The Gathering Edinburgh 2009

In 1822, Sir Walter Scott stage-managed one of the most successful and infl uential extravaganzas in Scottish history when he and a splendid array of kilted Highland Chiefs played host to King George IV in Edinburgh. In July, 2009, Edinburgh will host what promises to be an even bigger event, one in which all the Chiefs are being asked to invite their clansmen and women from around the world to participate. The two-day event, to be Holyrood Park, venue for The Gathering 2009 known as The Gathering 2009, is the brainchild of Jamie Sempill, vice-convenor of the Standing Council of Scottish Chiefs. Iain Gunn spoke with Lord Sempill in Edinburgh.