Annan Riding of the Marches (RoM)

Our 2008 preparations have begun!

The Alter Stane Drive took place on 30 June, view the Photo Gallery >>

+ The 2008 RoM Event Listing is now online >>

The Annan Riding of the Marches Magazine 2008 is now available! Priced £2.00 (or £3.00 including Post & Packaging nationally).

To get your copy call Kelly Barty on 01461 40425, or send a cheque or postal order for the correct amount payable to "Annan Riding of the Marches" to Kelly Barty, 7 Gill Place, Dornock, Annan, Dumfriesshire, DG12 6SS

An Annual Event in south west Scotland

The Marches or boundaries of Annan have been ridden since the town was created a Royal Burgh more than 600 years ago.

Each year in early July more than one hundred horsemen and horsewomen Ride the Marches to ensure that the landmarks, cairns and other features have not been removed or tampered with.

Annan Riding of the Marches is recognised as being one of the best displays of pipes and drums in Scotland with the closing ceremony attracting in excess of 5,000 people.

The 1st Saturday in July each year

Other festivities include a grand parade though the town with decorated floats and bands. In the afternoon a major pipe band competition, sports and entertainment are held on the sports field. Later massed pipe bands and Annan Town Band combine to entertain at the evening closing ceremony on Annan High Street.