Stirling Highland Games and their role in the community

The team at Stirling Highland Games have a dedicated volunteer committee that includes many people from the local community. Volunteers are key to the event with them taking on activities such as event stewarding, car parking support, helping in the food vendors area or in the many event arenas. 

They’ve found from volunteer feedback that it can give people the chance to build confidence, meet new people, take on a challenge and most importantly have fun. 

Matt said: “Our volunteers share a passion to provide visitors with an amazing authentic cultural experience whilst delivering a professional sporting competition. Last year we had 65 volunteers engage with and support the local community.” 

Ceangail has outlined plans to develop a new events space at the Burgh Meadows Sports Ground on the outskirts of Stirling. The land proposed to build the new sports ground is Borrowmeadow Farmstead land, currently unutilised brownfield land owned by Stirling Council. 

This development would provide a permanent space for events such as Stirling Highland Games, with a capacity of 10,000 visitors. 

Matt is 100% behind the ambitious plan. “The Stirling Highland Games committee support Ceangail’s vision to secure the land from Stirling Council so it can develop a better sports field for our Highland games to flourish.

“Our mission to inspire and support young people is at the heart of what we do, and the new Burgh Meadows Sports Ground will help create a lasting legacy for future generations.”  

Jim Bennett, social enterprise specialist and consultant speaks highly of the event and it's contribution to the local community and economy. “The Stirling Highland Games is a highlight of the annual events calendar, bringing enjoyment to locals and visitors alike and providing a boost to the local economy. It’s a true example of social enterprise in action, helping fund Ceangail’s invaluable work supporting young people. Their plans for a community-owned events space, will ensure a bright future for both Ceangail and the Stirling Highland Games.”  Jim Bennett, social enterprise specialist and consultant.