Lanark Lanimer Week
A fantastic week of celebrations are planned for the annual Lanark Lanimer Week - one of Scotland's oldest traditions!
About Lanark Lanimer Week
| 3rd Jun 2018 to 9th Jun 2018 | |
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The Lanimer Celebration has been held in Lanark on the Thursday between the sixth and twelfth days of June annually since the year 1140.
Sunday: The Kirkin'
Lanark Lanimer week begins on Sunday with the Kirkin' of the Lord Cornet Elect. The day starts with a procession of the Lord Cornets Club and other town groups down the High Street to St Nicholas Parish Church - where a 'combined churches' service is held to 'Kirk' the Cornet Elect.
Monday: The Marches
Monday sees the Perambulation of the Marches - where the Lord Cornet Elect begins the historic task of checking the March Stones. Starting at 6pm in Hope Street, the Lord Cornet and ex-Lord Cornets lead a crowd of thousands of 'birk' carrying Lanarkians and visitors on the 7km route around the towns northern boundary.
Highlights of the evening include the traditional scramble in the Mouse at Leechford, the evening equestrian procession and the installation of the Lord Cornet at the Shifting of the Standard Ceremony at Lanark Cross.
Tuesday: Lord Cornet's Offical Ride Out
The Lord Cornets Ride Out takes place on the Tuesday afternoon of Lanimer week - where the town welcomes numerous visiting Principals and other Equestrians to take part in a ride around Lanark.
Thursday: Lanimers Day
Thursday sees the 'Big Day' - Lanimer Day has arrived and Lanark hosts one of the largest processions in the United Kingdom. Numerous Lanimer 'Lorries' (floats) - and a cast of over a thousand school children take to the streets to take part in the Lanimer Queens State Procession, led by the Lord Cornet and marching bands. Lanark's 'Lorries' are renowned for their creativity, scale and in many cases the use of thousands of hand crafted paper flowers.
The climax of the Lanimer Procession is the Crowning of the Lanimer Queen (chosen from a local school on a rota) in front of Her Court - crowned by the Crowning Lady under the watchful gaze of Lanark's statue of William Wallace.
Lanimer day comes to a thrilling finale when the massed bands play a stirring selection of music in the Evening Spectacular at Lanark Cross. From massed pipes and drums, rousing Silver bands, to a Lone piper - Lanark's own evening Tattoo has it all!
Friday: Lanimer Queens Reception
The Lanimer Queens Reception takes place on the Friday evening, where Lanimer entrants perform music, dance and variety acts for the Lanimer Queen in the Lanark Memorial Hall.
Saturday: Lanimer Ball
The Lord Cornets Lanimer Ball takes place on the Saturday evening of Lanimer week and provides a glorious finale to the weeks festivities. With nearly 400 attending a good night is had by all, with dancing into the wee hours of the morning!
While we take every opportunity to ensure the details for Lanark Lanimer Week are accurate, we always advise that you contact the event organiser before setting out for the event to avoid disapointment.
Community Events you might like...
Blether & Friendship Club
North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre, Motherwell Come along for a good old fashioned blether at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre every Wednesday afternoon!
Blether & Friendship Club
North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre, Motherwell Come along for a good old fashioned blether at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre every Wednesday afternoon!
Strathaven Gala Raft Race
Strathaven Make a splash at the start of Strathaven Gala week - join in the fun of the Gala's traditional curtain-raiser - the Round Table raft race and barbecue held at the Craig Bridge!
Charity and Fundraiser Events you might like...
Hotel Caledonia
Cambusnethan Miners Welfare Society & Social Club, Cambusnethan Catch Scotland's Eagles Tribute Act, Hotel Caledonia, live at Cambusnethan Miners Club on Friday 25th May - all proceeds raised will go towards The Haven!
St Andrew’s Hospice Sizzle - CANCELLED
Hamilton Park Racecourse, Hamilton St Andrew's Hospice have organised a fantastic event called 'The St Andrew's Hospice Sizzle' on May the 27th at Hamilton Racecourse which will be fun for all the family!
Carluke Fun Saturday and Run Sunday
John Cumming Stadium, Carluke This year Carluke Development Trust (CDT) will be expanding its annual Carluke on the Run 10K race form the Sunday event to a two day Saturday and Sunday event.
Dance Events you might like...
Giovanni Pernice - Born to Win
The Town House Hamilton, Hamilton Strictly Come Dancing finalist, Giovanni Pernice, returns to the stage with a bang in his brand new show 'Born to Win', catch it at The Town House, Hamilton!
Lanark Lanimer Week
Lanark A fantastic week of celebrations are planned for the annual Lanark Lanimer Week - one of Scotland's oldest traditions!
Summer Tea Dance
Shotts Bon Accord Social Club, Shotts Mingle and meet new friends at Shotts Bon Accord Social Club's Summer Tea Dance on Friday 8th June!
Days Out Events you might like...
Calderstock
Calderglen Country Park, East Kilbride Come along to Calderglen Country Park for Calderstock... a free music and arts event for all the family to enjoy!
Tremendous Toads!
James Hamilton Heritage Park, Hamilton Join Froglife at the James Hamilton Heritage Park in East Kilbride on Saturday the 26th of May for a FREE toad themed activity afternoon!
St Andrew’s Hospice Sizzle - CANCELLED
Hamilton Park Racecourse, Hamilton St Andrew's Hospice have organised a fantastic event called 'The St Andrew's Hospice Sizzle' on May the 27th at Hamilton Racecourse which will be fun for all the family!
Family and Kids Events you might like...
Baby and Child First Aid Class - Stepps
Stepps Library, Stepps Helping Hands First Aid are running a two hour baby and child first aid workshop at Stepps Cultural Centre.
M&D’s After School Event
M&Ds Scotlands Theme Park, Motherwell Head along to M&D's Theme Park after school and enjoy bowling, soft play or Amazonia for only £1 each!
Bookbug at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre
North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre, Motherwell Free, fun and fantastic! North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre hold Bookbug sessions every Monday and baby Bookbug every Tuesday during term time!
Food and Drink Events you might like...
Strathaven Gala Raft Race
Strathaven Make a splash at the start of Strathaven Gala week - join in the fun of the Gala's traditional curtain-raiser - the Round Table raft race and barbecue held at the Craig Bridge!
Lanark Lanimer Week
Lanark A fantastic week of celebrations are planned for the annual Lanark Lanimer Week - one of Scotland's oldest traditions!
Carluke & District Gala Day
Carluke The Carluke & District Gala Day is being held on Saturday the 9th of June 2018 - a great day out for all the family!
Gala Days Events you might like...
Strathaven Gala Raft Race
Strathaven Make a splash at the start of Strathaven Gala week - join in the fun of the Gala's traditional curtain-raiser - the Round Table raft race and barbecue held at the Craig Bridge!
Lanark Lanimer Week
Lanark A fantastic week of celebrations are planned for the annual Lanark Lanimer Week - one of Scotland's oldest traditions!
Carluke & District Gala Day
Carluke The Carluke & District Gala Day is being held on Saturday the 9th of June 2018 - a great day out for all the family!
Nights Out Events you might like...
Robert Owen Commemoration Lecture
New Lanark World Heritage Site, Lanark Book your place for the annual Robert Owen Commemoration Lecture on Friday 25th May at New Lanark World Heritage Site!
Fred MacAulay 30 Years On
Rutherglen Town Hall, Rutherglen To celebrate his 30 years of stand-up, Fred MacAulay is touring Scotland with his '30 YEARS ON' tour, catch it at Rutherglen Town Hall!
Rod Stewart Tribute Night
Garfield House Hotel, Stepps Get your 'Handbags & Gladrags' at the ready and book your tickets for Garfield House Hotel's Rod Stewart Tribute Night on May 25th!
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