Lanark Lanimers

The Lanimer celebrations are based on King David I (r. 1124–1153) granting Lanark the status of Royal Burgh during his reign.

On the Monday evening, crowds turn out for the Perambulation of the Marches, when officials and members of the public walk the boundaries.

A Scottish country dance display takes place at Lanark Cross, followed by the Sashing of the Lord Cornet and the Shifting of the Burgh Standard.

Once the procession has gone once around the town centre, the children mount a stand in front of St Nicholas Church (and a statue of William Wallace on the steeple).

"Flower of Scotland" and "Scots Wha Hae" are played, and the Lanimer Queen's Proclamation read out, followed by "God Save the King", the British national anthem.