Young dancers wait for their turnYoung dancers wait for their turn
Young dancers wait for their turn

In Pictures: Huge crowds flock to Burntisland High Games

The sun shone and the crowds turned out in huge number for the return of Burntisland Highland Games.

The first gathering since 2019 co-incided with the hottest day of the year, and that meant a bumper turnout in town.

The organisers were also delighted with how the day went as the world’s second oldest Highland Games returned after a two-year enforced pandemic break.

Organised by a team of volunteers, the event featured all the traditional competitors – athletes, heavyweights, cyclists and dancers.

The day began with a reception for Burntisland exiles returning for the day.

A parade then followed along the High Street to the games arena on the Links.

Fiona Sword, co-secretary, said: “It was a great day. The crowds were fantastic, and we had the biggest entrance of competitors for many years.

"It was a real boost for the town, and the competitors all enjoyed themselves.

"Everyone left with smiles on their faces.”

Organised by a team of volunteers, the event featured all the traditional competitors – athletes, heavyweights, cyclists and dancers.