Borthwick Pipe Band History

The band was founded in 1924 by residents of the then small community of Fushiebridge. As Borthwick Castle is a nearby famous landmark the Borthwick family at that time granted permission for their family name to be used as the name of the Pipe Band. Fushiebridge was demolished many, many years ago and the residents moved to the nearby villages of Arniston and Gorebridge. The band continued to grow from strength to strength and it was decided to continue with the established name of Borthwick & District.

They are not a competition band and undertake bookings at local community events such as Village Fetes, Fun Days, Gala Days, opening of Bowling Greens, Gala Days, Weddings etc.

Currently they operate from Stobhill Primary School in Gorebridge. Chanter practice takes place on a Tuesday night. Drumming Tuition takes place on a Thursday and also band practice is held on a Thursday. Both nights they operate from 7pm – 9pm.

To visit Borthwick and District Pipe Band's website: Click Here

Documents

To download a document simply click a link and a new browser window will appear with the file download window.

The story of Borthwick Pipe Band - A document outlining the history of the band.