Reel Time Events were happy to provide a Scottish Highland Games Experience for a luxury German car company at the fantastic Dundas Castle as part of their incentive program.
Providing a taste of Scotland, the party of lucky attendees were greeted at the doors of the stunning Dundas Castle by a lone piper, before being separated into their clans to participate in a number of different events. A variety of traditional and more contemporary events, held both inside and out, gave the delegates a chance to experience the very best of Scottish tradition and also see the beauty of the ancient castle, while participating in exciting and entertaining team-building tasks.
Outside in the beautiful grounds of Dundas Castle the delegates had the chance to try their hand at 3 different highland games activities, which showcased the diverse traditions and history of Scotland.
They recieved a short taster session in archery, where they were instructed how to safely shoot these historic wooden weapons. They also had the chance to try tossing the caber with a true highland games champion, who was there to demonstrate the correct way to handle this iconic Scottish event. The final activity outside was the falconry display, where they was the opportunity to see the, birds of prey in action, along with handling them, asking quesions of the experts, and having the opportunity to take pictures.
Inside the Castle, in the relative warmth of the Auld Keep, guests were treated to 3 more activities. Starting at ground level in the stag chamber they were taught how to play Scotland’s great instrument -the bagpipes. Delegates were shown the intricacies of playing the pipes, before having the opportunity to try it for themselves. Some of the clans were even treated to a rousing rendition of AC/DC’s Thunderstruck. Moving up the keep to the Armory, the next activity was whisky tasting, hosted by David Fletcher, formerly of the Scottish Malt Whisky Society, and Annabell Meikle, formerly the global ambassador for Glemorangie and a legend in the whisky industry. Here, the attendees were able to sample 2 different whiskies, while being given notes by the experts about each one. Finally, guests made their way up again to the great hall, where they were greeted by Will Marshal of the Reel Time Band with his accordian. Accompanied by highland dancers Chris and Kirsty, each clan were taught the “Dundas Castle Reel” ceilidh dance, and given a great opportunity to experience the true atmosphere of a Scottish Ceilidh (no doubt helped by the whisky tasting beforehand!)
The final activity was a short walk from the Auld Keep to the croquet room, where the guests were met by Claire, to participate in Haggis Bowling. A Scottish innovative twist on 10 pin bowling, guests hurled a haggis at pins, in an effort to knock as many down as possible in an alloted time. A frantic pace was set by many of the clans, to amass as many points as possible for their team.
Throughout each activity clans were assessed by their instructors on team spirit, enthusiasm, participation and skills, with the winning team being awarded a prize at the gala dinner which was held later that evening.
All of the delegates had an exciting and entertaining time, and experience a true taste of Scotland, whilst having the opportunity to network with their colleagues in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.
Suitable for outdoor and indoor events, a true Highland Games Experience can be provided for your event. All of the activities offered above are suitable for either outdoor or indoor events, and also indoor foam caber toss, whisky cocktails and workshop, haggis shy and indoor curling.
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