Clan Donnachaidh News
Clan Museum
Members will be pleased to know that, with the current gradual easing of COVID-19 related restrictions in Scotland, House of Bruar have very recently reopened
Beechwood Cottage B&B Offer
A warm Highland greeting welcomes you to Beechwood Cottage B&B.
Update On Struan Kirk
Many of our members must have been hoping for almost any good news from Scotland in the troubling times we are living through. Although there is still some very minor "snagging" work for the contractors to finish off, I am very happy indeed to report, somewhat belatedly, just such a good news item. Phase 2 of the repairs to Struan Kirk was essentially completed this Spring.
Resignation of Clan Secretary
Your Council greatly regrets to have to inform members of the resignation, for personal reasons, of our Clan Secretary for the past three years, Catriona Macaulay.
2020 Gathering
Cancellation of 2020 Clan Gathering and News of Museum and 2020 Clan Annual.
2019 AGM Reports
Reports from the 2019 AGM published on our website.
New Vice Chairman Announced
Iain Reid, chosen unanimously by Council, has taken over the position of Vice Chair.
Robertson: A Musical Heritage
It all began with a casual observation about how many tunes are dedicated to someone with the name Robertson.
Beechwood Cottage B&B, In Glencoe
Beechwood B&B are offering a 20% Winter discount when booking 2 night or more from 1 December 2019 – 31 March 2020 (excluding Christmas and New Year).
2020 Tattoo Information Survey
The Clan Donnachaidh Society is making preliminary enquiries into hiring a coach during its 2020 Clan Gathering, 17th August – 23rd August to attend the Tattoo.
Update On Struan Kirk
Many of our members have I’m sure been wondering when they would see another update on repairs to Struan Kirk. Donors to the Society’s Kirk fund are no doubt anxious to see some concrete evidence that the funds are being spent, and of course spent to good purpose. (by Gillespie Robertson, Clan Society Council Chairman)
Hon. President Announced
The Council is delighted to report that The Rt. Hon. Lord Robertson of Port Ellen, KT, GCMG, PC, FRSA, FRSE has accepted the Society’s invitation to be our new Hon. President.
Honorary Vice President Announced
The Council is very happy indeed to report that another long-standing and well known Clan Donnachaidh Society member and distinguished Officer, Andrew Duncan, has accepted the title of Honorary Vice President.
Change of International Vice Chair
As already intimated by her to all Clan branches over the past year, our IVC, Christy Duncan Lange, will complete her 9th year as a Council member this year.
Sad News
Our Chairman has asked that members be informed of the death a few weeks ago, after a long illness, of Sir Alexander "Sandy" Reid, Bt.
Journey Home Consultants
John and Janet Duncan have agreed to serve as Journey Home Consultants for the Clan Donnachaidh Society.
2019 AGM & Gathering
The programme of events and booking forms are now available on our website.
Update On Struan Kirk
I’m sure that all Clan Society members, especially those who have already contributed to the Kirk, are still contemplating doing so, or may be thinking of doing so either a second time or on a more regular basis for the future, have been wondering about progress made by the Struan Kirk Trust since the purchase went through last August. (by Gillespie Robertson, Clan Society Council Chairman)
Clan Secretary Newsletter
Catriona, our Clan Society Secretary, has published her second Newsletter.
A.G.M. Meeting Minutes
Catriona has asked that the 2018 A.G.M. Meeting Minutes be published on the website. Please follow this link.
Scotland's Clan Donnachaidh Country
This book, by Donald Reid, may be purchased by emailing Admin at the Clan Office. The price for the Book is £6.99/USD$10 plus p&p and must be paid through PayPal.
Struan Kirk : Glad News
Some members will already have heard this, but we wish to inform the entire membership that the purchase of Struan Kirk from the Church of Scotland...
Photos From the Chief's Dinner
The gallery of The Chief’s Dinner is now available from the link below. Please use the code 180818 to view and purchase the photos.
Commemoration Of The Battle Of Prestonpans, 15-16 September 2018
On 15-16 September the East Lothian battle weekend will feature a special commemoration of the Battle of Prestonpans, at which a new memorial table of the clans will be unveiled.
2018 AGM & Gathering
The booking forms for the 2018 AGM & Gathering are now available from the link below. There is an on-line version along with printable versions of the form. (NOW CLOSED)
E.G.M. Meeting Minutes
Catriona has asked that the recent E.G.M. Meeting Minutes be published on the website. Please follow this link.
Struan Kirk Purchase
I’m following up on the appeal letter sent out from our Chief and the Society’s Chairman last September and am happy to be able to report very good news.
Celtic Legend Offer
Suzi McNutt has informed us that Celtic Legend are giving all Clan members a 5% discount or a free GPS this entire year. When requesting a quote, people need to mention that they are Clan Donnachaidh members, and provide a membership number.
Fisher's Hotel Offer
Catriona is delighted to confirm that the Fisher's Hotel, Pitlochry, will give 10% discount to Members booking accommodation, for the 2018 Gathering, with them using this special code. (CD150818)
Northlands B&B, Pitlochry
Northlands B&B in Pitlochry has an offer to those attending the 2018 Gathering
Clan Secretary Newsletter
Catriona, our Clan Society Secretary, has published her first Newsletter.
Special Clan Donnachaidh Gathering in 2018
To honour our Clan Chief, Gilbert Robertson of Struan, on his 35th year as Chief of Clan Donnachaidh and on his 80th birthday.
Struan Kirk Appeal
Can you help save this wonderful church for Clan Donnachaidh?
Good News
The Clan Museum at Bruar is now open. Unfortunately the Little House Shop is permanently closed.
Photo Album
A photo album has been added to our site for all things Donnachaidh. Please have a look and also share your Clan photos with us.