Our Major Sponsors for 2024 were:

"For this is June's great gala day,
When men rin wud and youngsters play;
The day that marks the glad return
Of Ceres men frae Bannockburn!"

Ceres Games are the oldest free games in Scotland. There has been a market and games held here at the end of June, every year (except for war and during the period of the 1746 Act of Proscription) since 1314. In that year, the charter to do so was given to the people of the village by Robert Bruce in recognition of their support at the Battle of Bannockburn. The battle was fought in order to preserve the right of the Scots to determine how they would be ruled.

With the 710th anniversary of Bannockburn being celebrated during the next event, it is appropriate that we should take up the Bruce's offer to enjoy our midsummer Games. As usual, the games will be a cheerful mix of pipe music, dancing, wrestling, heavy events, cycling and running.

Key SHGA championship events:

1600m cycle race
56lb Weight over the Bar

Around the Bow Butts, there will be shows, stalls, a refreshment tent and, of course, the magnificent GamesBurger barbeque.

Most of all, we would encourage you to attend the Games, held on the close, intimate stage of the Bow Butts, and to invite your friends and family to join you. It is a unique celebration of our village and our history and the planning, preparation, fund-raising and enjoyment of the Games, even the tidying up afterwards, give us a chance to strengthen our community further.

Entry to the Games is free!

On-site Parking:

£5 per Motorcycle
£10 per car
£15 per Campervan
£20 per Minibus
Coaches on request

(Please remember to bring cash)

The Games Committee

Bringing your dog to the Games ?

We love dogs but please remember we are a very busy, sometimes crowded, outdoor event in the Scottish summer. If the sun decides to shine, we will be very busy.
Please be prepared for all weathers. Bring water. Bring snacks (for you and your dog !). Oh and don't forget the poo bags as well. Please keep your dog on a lead at all times, for their own safety.
Also please be aware that you may well be close to the action and while this gives a fantastic view on what is happening, we also use traditional starters pistols which go bang (quite loudly if you are close up).
Please ensure you are comfortable with your dog in this environment.
We hope you, and your dog(s) have a wonderful day out here at Ceres Highland Games.

Calling All Volunteers!

Volunteers are always needed for helping to run the Games. Have you ever wanted to see how the Games are run and be part of the oldest free Games in the world ? We need over 70 marshals and volunteers to successfully and safely run the Games on the day and are always looking to new helpers. The commitment can be anything from a few hours on Games day to as much time as you are able to give. We are a friendly bunch and would be delighted to see where you can help us, from setting up and taking down the Games arena, supporting key events, helping out on stalls, selling programmes, meet and greet with our visitors or helping run the car parks. Please message Richard our President on president@ceresgames.co.uk

Next Committee Meeting:

Ceres Highland Games Ltd

Planning Meeting

Wed 8th January at 7.30pm

in The Ceres Inn, Ceres.

ALL INTERESTED PARTIES WELCOME