Scott Brown (Society member) and his wife Jane run ‘Capielaw Livestock’, based in Midlothian just 10 miles from the Edinburgh city centre.

The outstanding feature of the Autumn sale was the unprecedented demand for first cross Highland heifer calves, which saw buyers from Wales and the Isle of Skye competing with several local hill farmers to secure the best lots.

attendance. Highland enthusiasts from Australia, the United States, Germany, Ireland and Denmark were looking on with interest although the likelihood of being able to export live animals soon seemed quite remote.

We are delighted to announce that this much-awaited event, ‘Return to the Highlands’ is taking place 6-13 October 2025.

It is with great sadness that we have to announce Duncan passed away suddenly on Saturday, 7 September 2024, aged 67.

There can be no doubting of the superior standard and ability of the young handlers coming through the ranks. The quality and showmanship saw six young star performers compete for the Dalchirla Trophy, which was first presented in 2019.

From the 28 June to 6 September, a fold of 30 Highland Coo’s will take over Perthshire and Kinross, each individually designed and painted by talented artists. The Coo trail will contribute to the social, cultural and economic growth of Perth and Kinross by attracting visitors to this beautiful area.

We are sorry to inform you of the passing of Miss Daphne Allan of Summerberry fold. Daphne passed away last spring and was a keen Life Member of the Highland Cattle Society.

We are sorry to inform you of the passing of Keith Howman of Borland Fold, aged 88 years. Keith was a Life Member and a keen supporter of the Highland Cattle Society who will be sadly missed.

It is with great sadness that we must inform you of the passing of Robert Phillip on Saturday 24 February. Robert was a much loved and respected member of the Highland Cattle world and will be truly missed.

Peacefully at Dr Grays Hospital, Elgin on Sunday, 12 November 2023, Alexander (Alex) Garrick died, aged 78 years. Loving husband of Rosie (nee Cockburn), dearly loved dad of Nina and Mark, dear father-in-law of Alistair and Jackie, proud and devoted granda of Blair and Miriam.

It is with great sadness that we must inform you of the sudden passing of Jean Turner, wife of former President Richard Turner, Fellbeck Fold.

United Auctions held their annual sale of breeding cattle on Tuesday 24 October. One of the highlights of this annual event was the high demand for quality cross Highland heifers.

It is with great sadness that we must inform you of the passing of Hugh MacPhail on Thursday 6 July. Hugh was a much loved and respected member of the Highland Cattle world and will be truly missed.

Our warmest congratulations go to Dochy and Silvia Ormiston on receiving the Sir William Young Award for their outstanding contribution to livestock breeding in Scotland.

Sadly, on Saturday 6 May 2023 (Neilston Show day), the Woodneuk family lost another member when Margaret Thomson peacefully passed away at home with her family by her side.

On Monday afternoon at the Prince and Princess of Wales Hospice in Glasgow, our friend and Chairman of the West of Scotland Highland Cattle Club, Roddy McDougall sadly passed away.

Andrew Morrow was a larger-than-life personality and many members of the Highland Cattle Society had been privy to his great enthusiasm for the breed and his tremendous zest for life.

It is with great sadness that we learned of the passing of Liz Gwynn, much-loved Secretary of the Midlands and Southern Club, on Monday 6 February.

It is with great sadness that we have learned of the passing of Bill Fiddler, who sadly died on 28 December at home. Bill and his wife Marie ran the Loch Maree fold of Highland Cattle in Chorley, Lancashire.