BLACK WATCH (ANCIENT) Choose:By the metre from an existing design

from an existing design

The territorial designation of this Royal tartan makes it appropriate for use as a district tartan in the town and county of Inverness

An old kilt worn by Commander Alex Hannay (1788 - 1844) was discovered by his descendant

The colours reflect the imposing scenery when journeying north from Perth to Inverness or through to Royal Deeside

Tartan also shared with Hunter

BLACK WATCH (ANCIENT) Choose:By the metre from an existing designIn 1725, General George Wade, the commander of British forces in North Britain authorised the formation of six independent companies of troops to police the Highlanders. One company was raised by Col William Grant of Ballindalloch. The companies were known locally as the 'Black Watch' and were eventually consolidated to form the 43rd (later 42nd) Royal Highland Regiment. The Independent Companies wore a dark blue, black and green plaid which was woven