Tag: Band of the Royal Regiment of Scotland

Band of The Royal Regiment of Scotland to hit the road in aid of Poppyscotland

Join the Band of the Royal Regiment of Scotland for a special concert featuring a range of contemporary and classical music, in aid of Scotland’s leading Armed Forces charity. 

Taking place on Friday, June 5, 2026, at the Reconnect Theatre, Livingston, this spectacular performance is being held in aid of Poppyscotland. 

All funds raised on the night will help provide life-changing support for members of the Armed Forces community across the country. Doors open at 7pm and the show starts at 7.30pm. 

Richard Todd, National Poppy Appeal Manager Scotland, said: “We are grateful for the opportunity to work with the Band of the Royal Regiment of Scotland as we continue to grow the Poppyscotland concert series.

“Their performances are always something special and we look forward to seeing them take to the stage in Livingston, a town that gives tremendous support to the Armed Forces community.

 “We hope to see as many people as possible come along on the night and enjoy what the Band has to offer.”

All money raised for Poppyscotland goes toward helping men, women and families facing issues linked to their service or challenges adjusting from military to civilian life, including support with housing, debt, mental health and mobility. For example, £15 can provide food for a day for a homeless veteran in urgent need.

Tickets are priced at £18, concessions £15. To purchase tickets, please visit www.reconnecttheatres.com/event/poppyscotland.

For more information about Poppyscotland, visit www.poppyscotland.org.uk.

Concert to celebrate Legion centenary celebrations

A year of celebrations marking the centenary of the Royal British Legion Scotland will culminate in a musical extravaganza on Sunday 28th November. A Centenary Concert will feature performances from the Band of the Royal Regiment of Scotland, Legion Scotland Sweetheart Amy Hawthorn, the Edinburgh Academy Chamber Choir and many others.

In June 1921, with the trauma and painful after-effects of the First World War crippling the nation, four ex-service organisations came together at St Cuthbert’s Church in Edinburgh to unite for the greater good of the nation. At that moment the Royal British Legion Scotland was born.

100 years later, St Cuthbert’s will host the charity in celebrating its centenary.

Dr Claire Armstrong, Chief Executive of Legion Scotland, said: “The Centenary Concert will be a fitting culmination to a memorable year for our members.  In June, 100 commemorative wreaths were laid at War Memorials across the country exactly 100 years since the formation of the Legion.

“During the summer months members of our Bikers Branch set off on a National Ride to visit our network of branches and clubs throughout the country. We hoped to hold a huge Beating Retreat event in Dundee in September, but the ongoing restrictions meant this has been postponed until April 2022. Nevertheless, branches and clubs across Scotland held their own local celebrations.

“The past few weeks have seen a return to our usual programme of Remembrance events up and down the country, which have been exceptionally well attended. Remembering the fallen and joining together in a spirit of comradeship has always lay at the heart of our ethos. The number of people, both veterans and members of the public, who want to show their support demonstrates that Legion Scotland has a very bright future ahead.”

The Centenary Concert is split into four acts, with each examining a different aspect of the Legion’s history.

The first act will highlight the aftermath of the First World War and the formation of the Legion. Act two will explore the Legion’s early years and the impact of the Second World War. This will be followed by two further acts, looking at the legacy of more recent conflicts and ahead to a positive future for Legion Scotland beyond its centenary. Other performers include Juniper 3, Dunfermline and District Pipe Band and Jedburgh Pipe Band.

The Centenary Concert takes place on Sunday 28th November at The Parish of St Cuthbert’s Church in Edinburgh and begins at 7.00pm.

A number of tickets are still available free of charge and can be booked by emailing events@legionscotland.org.uk.