A JOUSTING event featuring Robert the Bruce is set to take place at a historic site in the Highlands.
Historic Environment Scotland (HES) is hosting a “Celebration of the Centuries” at Fort George in Inverness, one of the largest Georgian fortresses in Europe, on Saturday August 9 and Sunday 10.
Visitors can experience a series of immersive events based on over 2000 years of Scottish history, including a jousting show starring Robert the Bruce.
The re-enactment will show a battle between Bruce – the former king of Scotland who helped rid the country of English rule in the 1300s – and Sir James Douglas, one of Bruce’s allies during the Wars of Independence.
Gillian Urquhart, events manager at HES, said: “Celebration of the Centuries at Fort George is one of our most popular summer events, where families and people of all ages have the chance to engage with history in an immersive, exciting way.
“From warriors and weavers to nobles and knights, it’s a celebration of Scotland throughout the ages.”
Alongside the joust, the Celebration of the Centuries will allow visitors to “wander through living history camps”, with immersive exhibitions featuring Scottish characters from the Pict, Roman and medieval times.
The current Fort George fortress was constructed to control the Scottish Highlands after the Jacobite rising of 1745, during which the original structure was besieged.
It is highlighted in HES’s Historic Places, Breathing Spaces campaign, which explores how heritage sites can support mental wellbeing. Site manager John Gibbon created a walking guide which maps out peaceful spots around the fort.
Celebration of the Centuries runs from 11am until 5pm on both days and all activities are included in the entrance ticket price, starting at £14 for adults and free entry for children under seven.
Tickets and further information can be found on the HES website.
