UK Pipe Band Championships

UK Pipe Band Championships

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The pipes are calling you to the Royal Highland Centre on 12 July for the RSPBA UK Pipe Band Championships.      

About the Event

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at The UK Pipe Band Championships, an event by the Royal Highland Centre. Whether you're a fan of Scottish culture, viewing the exciting competition, an exhibitor, or just looking for a great day out, that promises to be a day of piping, drumming and traditional Scottish music for all the family!

 

What to Expect

 

World-Class Pipe Bands – Experience the power and precision of top pipe bands as they compete for championship titles.

Thrilling Competitions – Watch skilled musicians showcase their talent in categories including Grade 1 to Juvenile.

Drum Major Displays – See expert drum majors demonstrate their incredible control and showmanship.

Family-Friendly Fun – A great day out with music, street food, drinks, shopping, and entertainment for all ages.

 

Band List: 

 

Arbroath

Ayr Pipe Band Society

Badenoch and Strathspey

Barrhead and District

Black Raven - Eire

Buchan Peterson

Bucksburn and District

Burntisland and District

Camelon and District

City of Inverness

City of London

City of Newcastle

City of Stirling Pipe Band

Coalburn I.O.R.

Culter and District

Denny and Dunipace Association

Dunbar Royal British Legion

Dunnottar Pipes & Drums

Dunoon Argyll

East Ayrshire Caledonia Pipe Band

Elgin and District

Govan Community

Grampian Police Scotland

Granite City

Greyfriars Pipes and Drums

Irvine and District

Isle of Arran Music School

Johnstone

Kirkcaldy and District

Livingston Caledonia

Lochgelly High School

Macanta

Mackenzie Caledonian

Methil and District

Mid Argyll

Milngavie

North Lanarkshire Schools

Paisley and District R.B.L 

Penicuik and District

Peoples Ford Boghall and Bathgate Caledonia

Perth and District

Pitlochry and Blair Atholl Pipe Band

PLC Pipe Band, Melbourne - Australia

Royal Burgh of Annan

Scottish Borders

St Laurence O'Toole - Eire

Stockbridge

Strathendrick

TEXO Deeside Caledonia

The Glasgow Skye Association

The J1225 Pipe Band

Troon Blackrock

Tweedvale

Uddingston

Uddingston Strathclyde

Vale of Atholl

Wallacestone and District

Worcester Kiltie - U.S.A.

 

Order of Play

 

10:30 GRADE 4B FINAL ARENA 2

10:30 NOVICE JUVENILE B ARENA 1

10:30 DRUM MAJOR DRESS ARENA 4

11:45 NOVICE JUVENILE A ARENA 1

12:30 GRADE 4A ARENA 3

13:15 GRADE 3B ARENA 2

13:30 GRADE 1 FINAL ARENA 1

13:30 JUNIOR DRUM MAJOR FINAL ARENA 4

14:37 GRADE 3A FINAL ARENA 3

15:10 JUVENILE DRUM MAJOR FINAL ARENA 4

15:30 GRADE 2 ARENA 2

16:00 ADULT DRUM MAJOR ARENA 4

17:45 MARCH PAST & PRIZE GIVING MAIN ARENA

 

Tradestand Information

Take a look at some of the exciting Tradestands that will be at this event:

 

Brownhill Whisky 

More Ideas Than Time

Oor Haggis 

Andrew McGavin Designs

Inverness Fudge

Cairney Jewellery

Donald McPherson - The Legend Lives On 

Jan Laird Art

Linda's Personalised Flashes

Penny Trading

Armed Forces

Meredith Jewellery 

Peoples Group 

 

How to Get Here

Address: Royal Highland Centre, Ingliston, Edinburgh EH28 8NB

BUS: There will be a dedicated 98 Lothian Bus service for the event which will take you from the City Centre all the way to the East Entrance of the venue.

TRAM: The Tram runs from Newhaven to the Ingliston P&R which is a 20 minute walk to the East Entrance of the Venue.

CAR: There will be Car Parking On-Site available access to the venue via car can be found via the M8 and M9 as well as from the A8 please make sure to book all parking in advance.

Please see below the Royal Highland Centre Bus & Tram Travel Map:

 

 

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frequently asked questions

What date is this event on?

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The 12th of July 2025

Can I leave and re-enter the event?

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Yes, please inform the gate attendant and you will receive a hand stamp to allow re-entry.

What accessible facilities are there?

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There will be accessible parking available - please have your Local Authority Disabled Badge displayed. You will find accessible toilets at every toilet block on the site. People with wheelchairs and scooters can access the event with hardstanding routed throughout the event. Also, assistant dogs are permitted.

Are there baby changing facilities?

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Yes, please ask a member of staff for directions if you need to.

Can I bring a bag?

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No bag over A3 in size will be permitted on site. 

Do children go free?

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Children under 5 years old can attend for free but must have a ticket. 

Is WIFI available at the venue?

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Yes, you can connect to the Royal Highland Centre Wi-Fi

Is the event dog friendly?

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Yes! Dogs on leads are welcome at the event. Please ensure your dog is comfortable in busy and noisy environments and that you clean up after them.

Can I bring my own food and drinks?

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No food and drinks are allowed to be brought into the venue

Will there be food and drinks available?

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Yes! There will be lots of food and drink stalls to choose from

Is the venue accessible for wheelchair use?

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Yes. Please get in contact with the venue if you have any concerns

Is there parking available?

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Yes, please follow event signage. Tickets can be pre-purchased or bought on the day for £10 per car.

How can I apply to be a tradestand?

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Get in front of thousands of attendees by booking a stand at our event. Spaces are available for businesses of all sizes, from local artisans to major brands. Apply Here: https://form.jotform.com/250654109213348

Date

12 Jul 2025

Doors open

09:30

Location

Royal Highland Centre

Entrance Gate

North Gate

GeNERAL & TICKET ENQUIRIES

Phone - 01313356200

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