While many royals are in Paris for the Olympic Games, it’s another sporting tradition that has attracted King Charles. His Majesty headed to Scotland for the weekend for the Mey Highland Games.
The King, who is Royal Patron of the Games, was in the Scottish Highlands for the weekend to see the best of Scottish culture and athletics.
Wearing a kilt, His Majesty enjoyed watching Highland performances from some adorable young dancers, tried a traditional Scottish whiskey, and watched several different traditional Scottish athletic competitions, including Hammer Throw, Sheaf Toss and Stone Put. He also presented the trophy for the Tug of War competition, the high point of the Games.
Despite the rainy weather, King Charles wandered throughout the grounds to chat with visitors.
The Mey Highland Games are not solely for competitions. There are also stalls where vendors can sell local crafts, goods, foods, and more.
The Mey Games were originally held in 1970 to celebrate Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother’s 70th birthday. She enjoyed the games so much that she recommended that they be made a permanent, annual event.
The games are held on the first weekend in August each year to celebrate “the hospitality, culture, and talent of the people of the North Highlands”.
