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Lochcarron of Scotland Blog
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Cycling Souters | All Roads Lead to Rome
Read moreThis year Lochcarron of Scotland are sponsoring the Cycling Souters, a team of cyclists local to the Selkirk community where our mill is based in the Scottish Borders. The Souters are preparing to embark on a tough charity challenge this year, cycling from Selkirk to Italy to help Rob Wainwright deliver the match ball for the six-nation Italy v. Scotland rugby match taking place in Rome’s Stadio Olympico on the 9th of March 2024.
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The Best Places to Visit in Lochcarron
Read moreLochcarron is a beautiful village, with a population of around 900, found in the Highlands of Scotland. Situated on the west coast, this two-mile area is home to the most stunning scenery in the British Isles, particularly Loch Carron and its flame shell reef (now a marine protected area) and beautiful landscapes including the Torridon […]
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The Weaving of a Royal Tartan | The King Charles III Tartan
Read moreScotland’s rich cultural heritage is often celebrated through its traditional crafts and fabrics. One such craft is the art of weaving tartan, which holds a special place in the heart of the nation. At Lochcarron of Scotland we have been weaving tartan for generations, creating exquisite patterns and designs. Here, we explore the fascinating world of weaving a very unique tartan created for His Majesty and the significance of this timeless tradition.
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Lochcarron of Scotland Add a Stitch to the Galashiels Interchange Panel
Read moreWe welcomed Susie Finlayson at our Lochcarron of Scotland Visitor Centre, Selkirk on the 6th of September with the tapestry panel for the Galashiels Interchange Panel Project. Holding this event allowed many of our colleagues and visitors to get involved and add a stitch to the beautiful panel.
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The King and Queen Visit Lochcarron Of Scotland
Read moreLochcarron of Scotland had the honour of hosting a visit from their majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla at our weaving mill in Selkirk on the 6th July 2023, as part of Holyrood Week. The King and Queen were warmly welcomed by the Lochcarron team, including Dawn Robson-Bell Managing Director, who guided them through the […]
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Style Tips and Essentials for your Kilt
Read moreA short, simple guide full of our kilting essential style tips to keep you looking your absolute best in your Lochcarron of Scotland kilt outfit… no matter the occasion! Our Kilts Style tip 1 | Wear your kilt around your belly button, ensuring there is no gap […]
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Our Strome Scottish Wool Kilt Cloth
Read moreAs the world’s leading manufacturer of tartan, we feel it is important to adapt and develop with what is becoming one of the most important influencing factors of modern times, environmental sustainability. Our 100% Scottish Wool Strome Kilt premium quality cloth does just that! As of April 2023, we have sourced fleece from Scottish-farmed Romney Marsh sheep allowing us to complete the journey towards creating a 100% Scottish wool product.
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How a Kilt is Made
Read moreWhat gives a kilt its charm is the construction, using traditional techniques that have been handed down through the ages. The kilt, which is instantly recognisable all over the world, has become an important part of Scottish identity. Not only is it famous for its undeniable Scottishness, but also for the expert craftsmanship that goes into making one.
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Our Guide to Throwing a Burns Supper
Read moreJanuary the 25th is host to one of the biggest nights in the Scottish Calendar – Burns Night. Marking the birth of the National Bard Robert Burns and celebrating all that is wonderful about Scotland, a traditional Burns Supper is hosted where poems are read in homage to Scotland’s most prolific writers, Robert Burns. The […]