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2022
CLAN GATHERING PROGRAMME
at Castle Menzies
Thursday 11th August to 14th August 2022.
Book online
Thursday 11th August
| 5.00 pm |
Whisky Tasting at the Castle. Hosted by Dewars World of Whisky. (1.5 hours) |
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7.00 pm |
Informal Clan Society Supper
To be held in the garden at rear of the Castle (or inside if wet/cold).
An informal light supper with an opportunity to socialise with fellow Clan Society members from around the world, local Menzies families and neighbours from the area around the Castle. (2 hours)
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Friday 12th August
| 9.00 am |
Historical Coach Tour
Route will be finalised soon
Last years tour was :
Departing from Weem Church Car Park, this year's historical tour will make its way through the old Menzies estate to Tummel Bridge. We will then proceed down the North side of Loch Tummel to the Queens View, the historic viewpoint with iconic panoramas over Loch Tummel. We will then travel to Killicrankie, stopping at the National Trust centre there. and hopefully also at the Killiecrankie battlefield. Length of tour approx. 4 hours, including time for tea & coffee.
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| 1.00 pm |
17th Menzies Clan Golf Tournament
Kenmore Golf Club. Meet at Kenmore Golf Club Pro Shop at 1.00pm. Tee off at 1.30 pm. Golf clubs and trolleys may be hired at the Club. Please arrange prior to game.
Contact: Iain Menzies. Tel. 07570 068600
or email matchlessg9@blueyonder.co.uk
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| 2.00 pm |
Tour of Castle Walled Gardens
A walking presentation of the history, the work and discoveries taking place in the Castle's Walled Gardens. Length of tour approx 1 hour.
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3.00 pm |
Scottish Country Dancing for Beginners
Beginners of all ages welcome. Come and learn some of the dances performed at the Ceilidh. In the Great Room at the Castle (1 hour) |
| 4.00 pm |
Bagpiping at the Castle
A chance to play the pipes with some of the Menzies Pipe Band (1.5 hours) |
| 4.00 pm |
Castle Tour
Featuring the history of the Clan and the development of the Castle. Meet in front of the Castle if dry, or in the Old Kitchen if wet. (1.5 hours)
Suggested donation to Castle Restoration funds : £5 per person. |
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| 7.00 pm |
Castle Open to Clan Members |
| 7.30 pm |
Reception and Welcome Drinks in The Great Room
(alternatively outside if weather fine)
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| 8.00 pm |
Clan Dinner in the Dewar Room.
Four course formal dinner featuring local Scottish produce.
Wine and other drinks available from the bar.
Seating plan for friends and families who wish to sit together. (please advise on booking form) Raffle Tickets for sale.
Dress – Smart/formal– Highland Dress & tartan encouraged.
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Saturday 13th August
| 9.30 am |
Castle open to Clan members |
| 10.00 am |
Clan Society Annual General Meeting in the Dewar Room. (1 hour) |
| 11.30 am |
Clan March
Assemble at the Castle to march to Weem with the pipers, and on to the Aileen Chraggan Hotel. |
| 12.00 pm |
Light Lunch at the Aileen Chraggan Hotel |
| 1.30 pm |
Atholl & Breadalbane Highland Games
at the Aberfeldy Showground. Assemble at the entrance to the ring at the Showground for the Grand March. (please remember to wear some tartan)
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| 4.00 pm |
Clan Tour of Dewars Distillery, Aberfeldy (1 hour)
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| 8.00 pm |
Castle and bar open to Clan Members |
| 8.30 pm |
Clan Ceilidh in the Dewar Room ‘til midnight. Entertainment and dancing featuring Ceilidh stalwarts, the popular Gallivanters band.
Full bar provided.
Raffle draw. Prize donations welcome !
Dress: casual, Highland dress & tartan encouraged |
Sunday 14th August
| 10.00 am |
Church Service in Weem Parish Church |
| 10.30 am |
Castle and shop open to Members |
| 12.00 pm |
Friends of Castle Menzies Members' lunch,
Followed by discussion of FOCM projects
Old Kitchen in the Castle (2 hours)
Please see website for more information on how to become a "friend". |
| 2.00 pm |
Open time at the Old Kirk. Closes 3.00pm. |
| 5.00pm |
Castle closes. |
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Drinks at the Castle
Some Council Members
Eoghann - Tour Guide
Dinner in the Dewar Room
Clan March to Weem
Dancing at the Ceilidh
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We prefer Online Bookings which save the Society time and money. |
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However, if you require to use the traditional booking form, please click HERE to see the form, print it and follow the instructions on the form. |
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