The Royal Highland Show 2008

The Royal Highland Show has a proud and successful history with its origins dating back to 1784 when the 'Highland Society of Edinburgh' was formed to positively influence the industry, culture and social life of rural Scotland. Granted a Royal Charter in 1787, King George VI bestowed the title "Royal" on the Society at the Highland Show in 1948.

This year's exciting programme of events included comprehensive practical demonstrations and rural pursuits and other activities including over 4,000 competing animals and almost 1,000 trade stands! This year marks the show’s 168th year and the 49th to be held at the Royal Highland Centre at Ingliston just outside Edinburgh.

One of the highlights this year was the introduction of a Highland Games competition held in the main ring. International competitors demonstrated the skills involved in caber tossing, stone putting and weight for height where a 56lb weight is heaved over a bar. Other features included farming machinery demonstrations, sheepdog displays, axe throwing competitions, and a variety of popular equestrian events. The bandstand was naturally a big attraction with a wide range of talent featuring the Queen Victoria Pipes & Drums, The Royal British Legion Band and the Argyll's Cadet Band ... to name but a few!

Silver & Gold Jewellery

For those with a keen interest in serious shopping, Paul Wright Jewellery was once again a popular draw with a fine display of silver and gold jewellery including the popular "silver daisy jewellery" collection. One delighted customer, Fiona MacIntosh, was pleased to add to the silver daisy necklace she bought last year.

"I have had so many compliments - I just had to buy the matching silver daisy earrings and the new silver daisy bangle design. I am thrilled to see the new silver and gold jewellery products that have been added to this popular range."

Another equally satisfied customer had just purchased a diamond wedding ring set in platinum to compliment the diamond engagement ring bought earlier in the year from the new Paul Wright Jewellery website.

"We just love these original jewellery designs and the fantastic attention to detail that Paul Wright Jewellery has to offer", he said.

The short video presentation gives an idea of the great time had by all. For further information on the silver daisy jewellery, platinum wedding rings and diamond engagement rings available through Paul Wright Jewellery please log on to:

www.paulwrightjewellery.com