Principals

Innerleithen Introduction

Last night Cornet Elect Jamie and Lass Rebecca along with their supporters, were down the road at Innerleithen for their introduction night. Congratulations to all the new principals!

The Introduction of the Beltane Court

A nice dry day for the introduction of the Beltane Court today. The Beltane Queen, First Courtier and members of the Court were announced to Primary Six and Seven pupils in the Drill Hall.

Busy in Berwick

It was a busy weekend for the Peebles team; Saturday saw Cornet and Lass Jamie and Caitlin Hamilton riding the Berwick ride out and then last night they were joined by Cornet Elect Jamie and Lass Rebecca for the Berwick Ball.

Colin McEwan

Peebles March Riding & Beltane Queen Festival were saddened to learn of the passing on Ex-Cornet Colin McEwan at the end of last year. Colin was Cornet in 1967 and was supported by Ex-Cornets George Gilmour and Tom Swanston.

Biggar Introduction Night

And just like that the festivities begin again! Here is Cornet Jamie and his Lass Caitlin Hamilton with supporter Rianna Sterricks in Biggar for their introduction night.

Peebles March Riding & Beltane Queen Festival 2026

Nominations are being sought for key positions in this year’s Beltane Festival. The Peebles March Riding & Beltane Queen Festival Committee is seeking nominations for the positions of Cornet, Warden of Neidpath and Crowning Lady.

Galashiels ride – Lindean

Tonight saw Cornet's Lass Caitlin Hamilton with her support Rianna Sterricks taking part in the Galashiels Lindean rideout.

Selkirk Common Riding

An early rise for the Principals this morning in Selkirk! Hope everyone in Selkirk has a fantastic common riding!

Happy Lanimers Day to everyone in Lanark!

Happy Lanimers Day to everyone in Lanark! Sending our best wishes to this year’s Lord Cornet, Edward Pringle!

West Linton Installation

Tonight Cornet Elect Jamie and his Lass Caitlin were joined by their supporters, together with our Beltane Queen Annie, the Warden of Neidpath Elect Christina Elder, and the Beltane Chairman Lorna Evans, enjoying representing Peebles at the West Linton Installation.