Homecoming Scotland 2009 - The Northeast Clan Fortnight

The North East Clan Fortnight from July 18 to August 3 showcases our clan ancestral homelands, history and tradition.

Find out your clan at: www.ancestralscotland.com/regions-and-counties/aberdeen-and-grampians/aberdeenshire

Clans - Read the Invitation to the North East Clan Fortnight!

Launching the Fortnight is the National Trust for Scotland’s NE Clan Ball and Gala Evening at Haddo House, on Saturday, July 18.

You'll be able to learn more about 'Your North East' at a day conference in historic King’s College, University of Aberdeen, on Monday, July 20.

Visit your Clan homelands on Blue Guide coach tours of the City and Shire, and enjoy a visit to Aberdeen and North East Scotland Family History Centre, City and Shire archives and registrar offices

Evening entertainment includes the Scottish premieres of Burns’ Opera 'Ae Fond Kiss' at Haddo House, and 'Monboddo the Musical'at Crathes Castle, and there's the chance to see Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham in concert at Turriff Ceilidh.

Join the March of the Clans at Aboyne Highland Games on Saturday, August 1, and again at Aberdeen Tartan Day on Sunday, August 2, closing with an International Beating Retreat by the Gordon Highlanders Reunion.

The world-renowned Aberdeen-Angus Cattle will be on view at Turriff Show on August 2 and 3, where the Overseas Visitors Tent stewards will provide you with a warm welcome.

These are just a sample of the events that make up Clan Fortnight, providing a wealth of history and entertainment whether you're a part of a clan, or simply a clan fan!

• North East Clan Fortnight 2009 Advertisment (334 kb)