Calling all Lanark shops!!

Have you entered our decorated shop window competition??

This years theme, as chosen by Lord Cornet Elect Iain Hughes is “Rugby” – with his Colours of Royal Blue, Gold / Yellow.

Windows should be set up by the beginning of Lanimer Week, with judging taking place prior to Lanimer Day.

The winner will be announced at the Crowning Ceremony on Lanimer Day – FRIDAY 9th June and there will be prizes for First, Second and Third place shops.

Should you be interested in taking part, please contact lanimers.ls@gmail.com to ensure your entry will be judged through the week.

Good Luck!!

Lanimer Rosettes are now available from the usual places in the town and still only £3 – Fringes, RS McColl, Brooks and Helen R Beauty Room.

The Lanimer Committee is delighted to announce that despite the last minute change of date for Lanimer Day 2017 arising from the General Election – this year’s procession will be supported by a full complement of Pipe, Brass and Silver Bands.

Our Bands Committee have worked tirelessly to ensure that this important, entertaining part of our Celebrations is included in our rescheduled events.

This year we will be entertained by Coalburn Silver Band, Dumfries Town Silver Band, Newmains and District Brass Band, North Lanarkshire Schools Pipe Band and Lanark & District Pipe Band.

Our Evening Spectacular at The Cross will include an extended display by current World Pipe Band Champions North Lanarkshire Schools Pipe Band.

The Lanimer Committee would like to thank all bands involved for rescheduling to accommodate the change of date. We look forward to hearing them all on Lanimer Day – FRIDAY 9th June 2017!

*** Photo Courtesy of John Prior ***

Just over three weeks until Lanimer Day 2017!!!

We hope that you can come along and join us for our week of activities, kicking off with the Kirkin’ of Lord Cornet Elect Iain Hughes on Sunday 4th June.

Here is a copy of this year’s traditional Lanimer Bill Poster detailing the week’s events.

Further details will soon be available in the 2017 Lanimer Brochure, on sale next week.

Two year old Honor Farrell is this year’s winner of the Great Lanimer Balloon Race and £50 prize.

Her balloon was released on 15th April and the tag returned from near Eindhoven, over 600 miles from Lanark, a week later.

Honor is going to use the money on her holidays.

As part of the equestrian events for Lanimer Week 2017, we are requesting that all riders pre-register with The Lord Cornets’ Club.

Registration is FREE, but mandatory, so that we can ensure the continued safe running of our equestrian activities throughout Lanimer Week.

Those looking to take part in the Monday Procession or the Official Lanimer Rideout on Tuesday 6th June should return a completed form by Sunday 28th May.

Rider Registration Form 2017 (PDF)

Rider Registration Form 2017 (MS Word)

Rideout Map – Tuesday 6th June 2017 (PDF)

Just one week after the announcement of the shock General Election – the Lanimer Committee are pleased to confirm the events as below.

We appreciate your patience as we have worked behind the scenes to make the necessary arrangements.

45 days and counting – lets make 2017 a Happy Lanimers for all to remember!