Latest Blog Entries
Rest and Respite in the Woods – Poem from the Archive
Zem Zem and the Seaforths were relieved from the front lines of the Battle of the Somme, to the forests of Bois de la Haie.
Scenes from the Somme
Read Zem Zem’s poignant insights into the 9th Seaforth Pioneers’ experience at the Battle of the Somme.
A Ridge Too Far – Poem from the Archive
Our latest instalment of Zem Zem’s poetry takes place at Vimy Ridge, September 1916.
To My Jerkin – Poem from the Archive
Our next Zem Zem poem explores the delights of the ubiquitous leather jerkin worn by Officers and tommies in WWI & WWII.
Tiger Tim in Flanders – A Poem from the Archive
Read Zem Zem’s enjoyable yet scathing account of his Commanding Officer, ‘Tiger Tim’.
From Seaforth to Air Force – A Soldier Takes Flight
The incredible story of the Seaforth-turned-RAF gunner whose fateful last raid to La Spezia, Italy, took place 80 years ago today.
Weddings
Your wedding should be one of the most unforgettable days of your life. Make it a day to remember at the Fort George Chapel and The Highlanders’ Museum.
Room Hire
The Blue Hackle Rooms offer a unique location for weddings, functions, parties, lunches, meetings and corporate hospitality in the heart of the Highlands.
The Collection
Our Collection is one the largest regimental display outside London. Founded over 60 years ago, the Museum houses more than 50,000 objects.
Research
The archive at The Highlanders’ Museum (Queen’s Own Highlanders Collection) covers six British regiments & our allied regiments from overseas.