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BANNOCKBURN
TOUR 2014
This tour has been
specially designed with the co-operation of Chris
Brown to be a factual insight into perhaps the most
important battle in Scottish history; Bannockburn.
The tour is for groups of 12 minimum and above.
The tour will concentrate on The Battle of
Bannockburn and the Life of King Robert The Bruce.
 
The
prospect has been welcomed by the Scottish
Government and culture minister Mike Russell said a
clan gathering to coincide with the Bannockburn
anniversary would help make it a "fantastic year"
for Scotland, which is hosting the Commonwealth
Games and the Ryder Cup in 2014. Not only
all of these events but, the World Pipe Band
Championships also, on the second Saturday in
August in Glasgow, which we also have a tour to
coincide with.
MCLEANSCOTLAND are right on the
doorstep of Bannockburn and who better to take care
of your travel and accommodations? A GUIDED TOUR
TO COINCIDE WITH THIS DATE, please contact us for
details
bruce@mcleanscotland.com
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BRUCE
TOUR 2014
Tour; 2 nights Dumfries (Bruce lands), 2 nights Oban
(Brander Pass and Dunstaffnage), 3 nights Perth (1/2
hour from Stirling) 2 nights Edinburgh. We aim
to visit as many Bruce related sites as possible,
hold Bruce seminars, talks and generally celebrate
the Battle of Bannockburn! Luxury coach and fully
guided by true Scots!
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This is the
basic coach tour, fully guided; The tour
will start at Edinburgh airport, and travel
to Dumfries for the first 2 nights.
Followed by Oban. These days are still
being worked on, please bear with us.
Our Arrival at Perth,
Both the Tour Manager and Tour Guide will be
on hand to welcome you with a drink and a
chat taking us through what the tour will
consist of and what to expect during your
time in Perth with us. Please note; tour is
fully guided throughout.
The first day of our history
tour; departing for Scone palace, where
King Robert was crowned (twice). Chris Brown
will be on hand to talk us through this and, the
afternoon trip. Depart Scone 1pm, we will be
making a visit to Bannockburn, to walk
the field and hear of the actual battle. After
the walk, we will pay a visit to the Bannockburn
Centre and The Bruce Monument in Stirling. We
return to Perth late afternoon for another chat
with Chris, chatting over what we saw and taking
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A day trip to some of the other
locations here in Scotland relating The Bruce.
Brander Pass. Here Chris will give a
further insight into what events took place here
In July of 1308. The trip will also feature a
visit to St Conan’s Kirk, Loch Awe, where
there is an oversized effigy of The Bruce.
Superb scenic sightseeing, this is a day on the
road for all to enjoy. Returning to Perth early
evening.
Today we depart Perth heading for
the Borders. We will visit Dunfermline
Abbey, where Bruce lies in state before
heading south to our destination; Melrose,
where we visit the ruined abbey, here lies the
Heart of The Bruce. The day will end at a
hotel in the Scottish Borders.
Final day of the tour we
depart the Borders for Edinburgh. We will be
giving you many suggestions what to do, etc. The tour ends
in Edinburgh with a farewell dinner, after which
we will chat through the tour with a Questions &
Answer session. TOUR ENDS.
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The
Robert the Bruce
Commemoration Trust's long term aim is an
innovative, living history visitor centre in
Dumfriesshire dedicated to Scotland's hero king.
Why Dumfries? Simply because Bruce's quest for
the throne of Scotland started in the town with
the slaying of his cousin, John "The Red" Comyn,
Lord of Badenoch. That single act will provide
the centrepiece for the visitor attraction which
will give a deep insight into not only Bruce's
life story but life in general at the time.
www.brucetrust.co.uk
The main contribution of the Friends will be
helping us raise funds to ensure a centre is up
and running although we will welcome any
suggestions and help that is offered sincerely.
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If you would like to become involved please
contact the Trust on
info@brucetrust.co.uk
for info.
Family History Research
is perhaps the most fascinating hobby invented ~
why not let IMCHAD assist you with your
research. Imchad has the expertise to carry out
research in all the many sources, from Local
Scottish Libraries to the National Archives of
Scotland. Contact; Ian A. McClumpha,
Chairman, Robert the Bruce Commemoration Trust
imchad@freeola.com
Our very good
friend Chris Brown will be on hand to
give guided walks and tours of Bannockburn,
we also will have an evening with Chris to
hear the story, relive the battle and see
some period costume and weapons.
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