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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 […]
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What is Burns Night?
Read moreConsidered to be Scotland’s second national holiday, Burns Night remembers Robert Burns’ exemplary poetry and nationalist spirit. Often referred to as Rabbie Burns, the Scottish poet was one of the leaders of the Romantic movement and a pioneer of eighteenth-century literature. In 2009, the Scottish nation voted him the Greatest Scot and an unforgettable icon. […]
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The Muir Project | Trakke X Carryology Tartan
Read moreSummer of 2022 seen the start of a very exciting project for Lochcarron of Scotland. The Muir Project blends exploration and collaboration with a genuine fashion forward approach. Undoubtedly, as the World’s Leading Manufacturer of Tartan, we were thrilled to be a part of this unique design project! A Little Insight into the Brands Involved […]
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Celebrating 200 Years of Tartan Becoming Legal
Read moreLets take a closer look at the events that unfolded that made the national dress of Scotland illegal. Join us in Celebrating 200 Years of tartan becoming legal! Our Royal Stewart Modern weaving at our mill in Selkirk, Scotland. – Stewart Royal Modern Lightweight Tartan Fabric | Lochcarron of Scotland Tartan is a symbol of […]
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Commonwealth Games Scotland - Team Scotland 2022
Read moreProducing the Team Scotland Commonwealth Games 2022 Tartan At Lochcarron of Scotland, we are incredibly proud to support and weave the new Team Scotland tartan for the Commonwealth Games 2022. Designed by Scottish fashion designer, whose kilts have been worn by many personalities. Siobhan MacKenzie has brought a modern twist to the traditional formalwear to […]
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The Steps to Hope SCIO Tartan
Read moreOffering support groups and awareness programmes to the homeless and those suffering from addiction. Steps to Hope are an Edinburgh based organisation that is committed to bettering one of the most common social problems we face today. Steps to Hope and Lochcarron This collection was launched on the 10th October 2021 for World’s Homeless Day. […]
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An Insight into Tartan Day
Read moreAt Lochcarron of Scotland, we are always looking for ways to celebrate all things tartan and Scottish! National Tartan Day does just that. We have formulated some of the occasion’s key events, to show you how the spirit of Scotland and America come together to celebrate heritage and culture! Keep reading to find out more. […]
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Discover Abbotsford House
Read moreAt Lochcarron of Scotland, our roots are firmly in traditional tartan manufacturing. We are immensely proud of our heritage and our home in the town of Selkirk. The Scottish Borders is home to beautiful scenery, for instance, the wonderful Abbotsford House is just a few miles from our Mill. A beautiful location, rich in history […]
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Welsh & Scottish Tartan
Read moreWelsh & Scottish Tartans What is the difference between Welsh and Scottish tartans? As tartans, their purpose and history is very similar. Firstly, one of the main differences is the design and weaving process each tartan undergoes. In Scotland, our tartans are woven with equal warp and weft proportions, giving a square and box design. […]