Planning to attend the Helensburgh and Lomond Highland Games? Here’s the answer to some of our most asked questions

The caber toss is perhaps the most iconic event of the Highland Games, where competitors toss a 20-foot-long caber to a 12 o’clock' angle.

The origins of highland games

Helensburgh and Lomond Highland Games are a highlight of the year, drawing highland dancers and spectators from near and far.

Highland Games were celebrated across Scotland for centuries. Helensburgh held it's first Highland Games in 1898.

Hill Race is a climb of 354 meters up and downhill. The Hill Race at the Helensburgh & Lomond Highland Games is a gruelling challenge.

Highland Games are not just about brute strength, it is a celebration of Scottish heritage and hospitality.

This iconic event is set to unleash the power of tradition like never before, captivating audiences from all corners of the globe.

Helensburgh and Lomond Highland Games combines traditional athletics, music, dance, and community spirit into an unforgettable spectacle.

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