Braw Lads’ Gathering 2025

Now well established, this ceremony provides a fitting closure to the day. All Past-Principals of the Braw Lads’’Gathering are invited to march from the foot of Bank Street Brae to the War Memorial. The march sets off at 7:50pm allowing the party, led by the Braw Lad and Braw Lass, to arrive at the War Memorial for 8pm. The Braw Lass, accompanied by the Braw Lad and Attendants, places the “mingled roses” at the foot of the War Memorial as a mark of respect and in remembrance.of those from Galashiels who gave their lives during wartime.