The Riding of the Marches of the Ancient and Royal Burgh of Linlithgow is a tradition dating back to the 16th century. In the 21st century the Riding is essentially just as it was in the early years of the 20th and the thriving Deacons’ Court will continue to organise the Riding on the first Tuesday after the second Thursday in June every year.

You can find out about the history of The Marches and information about Marches Day from the pages indexed on the menu bar above.

The important dates for the 2012 Marches Riding are

1st Deacons Night - Saturday 9th June
Crying of the Marches - Friday 15th June
2nd Deacons Night - Saturday 16th June
Marches Day - Tuesday 19th June

Significant Contributon to Marches Funds Local businessman John Hunter presented Provost Jack Adair with a donation to Deacons' Court funds this week. Provost Adair said afterwards, "John Hunter has in the past offered his support to the Deacons Court, and this once again demonstrates his generosity for which I and my fellow Deacons are extremely grateful"

A Date For Your Diary Deacons’ Court Street Fair When: Saturday 12th May Where: The Cross, Linlithgow Starts at 2pm after the Linlithgow Reed Band has marched from The West Port to The Cross Email rosswmcintosh@btopenworld.com for information and to reserve a site for a stall. Stall space £10 per pitch. Payment on the day