The Cowal Highland Gathering names Taggart star Blythe Duff as its Chieftain

Aug. 15, 2011 - PRLog -- Ms Duff said, "I am so delighted to be asked to be Honorary Chieftain of the Cowal Highland Gathering 2011. I am aware of the incredible amount of effort that goes into producing the games, so I look forward to experiencing all they have to offer.”

The highland games have their origins in the Scottish Clan system and date back for over three hundred years. The Clan Chief would encourage his men to participate in feats of strength, skill and endurance to prove themselves skilled in battle. While the competitive elements of the games are still an integral part of the proceedings, the spectacle of Highland dancers and pipers, combined with the colour and grandeur of the Scottish scenery, make Highland games and gatherings a highlight for every visitor to Scotland.  

Attracting more than 3,500 competitors - many from Scottish Communities-in-exile as far flung as British Columbia (Canada), Australia and New Zealand, the Cowal Highland Gathering also attracts in the region of 23,000 visitors over the three days, many of whom return year after year for the unique Cowal atmosphere.

Close to the games is the Selborne Hotel, part of the family owned Leisureplex Hotel Group. This superbly situated property includes 98 bedrooms with central heating and bath or shower and WC. If you wish to continue the festivities after the games have finished for the day there is also a bar lounge with dance floor where entertainment is provided most evenings. For those looking for something a little quieter then why not sit back in one of the public rooms and enjoy uninterrupted waterside views with a glass of Scotland’s most famous tipple.

Coach tour operators Alfa Travel have coach holidays to the Selborne Hotel; for more information or to order an Alfa brochure go to http://www.alfatravel.co.uk or call 08451 305666.

For more details of what the Selborne Hotel, or any of the 19 hotels in the Leisureplex group, has to offer go to http://www.leisureplex.co.uk.