Video – Photo Gallery – Northumberland Scottish Festival and Highland Games

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The Northumberland Scottish Festival and Highland Games kicked off in Port Hope on Friday, June 20, 2025.

The 61st annual event kicked off on Friday at the Agricultural Park in Port Hope with the IHGF Canadian Stones of Strength Championship.

Men and woman competed in the 250 pound overhead stone press, the 60 pound stone throw, the Dinnie stone walk 300 pound and 280 pound and the Atlas stones 320 pounds to the shoulder.

Also taking place on Friday evening was the Celidh featuring Madman’s Window.

Pete Fisher
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Has been a photojournalist for over 30-years and have been honoured to win numerous awards for photography and writing over the years. Best selling author for the book Highway of Heroes - True Patriot Love

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