Gregor cries “Jethart’s Here” at Redeswire

Jethart Callant Gregor Paxton at Redeswire. All photos: Bill McBurnie.

The biggest rideout of the Jethart Callant’s Festival also took place on Saturday, with Callant Gregor Paxton fulfilling his dream of shouting that immortal battle cry “Jethart’s Here!” at the Carter Bar.

Rugby commentator Bill Johnstone was the guest speaker at the traditional event, his well-polished tones given an atmospheric backdrop as the mists descended.

Also held this week was the leading rein rideout on Sunday, in which Callant Paxton and his Henchmen were joined by more than 40 young riders around the eastern boundaries of the town on Sunday, which included a fantastic turnout from all over the Borders. Charles Casson from Mounthooly took the trophy for best turned out rider.

This week also saw the Queen’s ride on Monday, with the Lanton and Ancrum rideout taking place tomorrow.

See next week’s Southern for the full report of all the week's activities, including Festival Friday.