With Hawick Common Riding now only two weeks and one day away (Friday, June , the town is fairly buzzing with anticipation of enjoying their special day for the first time since 2019.
Our photographer Bill McBurnie was at hand at both ride-outs to capture the smiles and the fun.
Songs were sung, selfies were taken and autographs signed by the so-called “Big Four”, Right-Hand Man Connor Brunton, Left-Hand Man Gareth Renwick, Cornet Greig Middlemass and Acting Father Alan Brown.
There's more to come in the next few days, with the traditional ride-outs to Mosspaul at noon, this Saturday and Tuesday, and the Chase Night next Thursday, June 2 at 6pm.
Songs were sung, selfies were taken and autographs signed by the so-called “Big Four”, Right-Hand Man Connor Brunton, Left-Hand Man Gareth Renwick, Cornet Greig Middlemass and Acting Father Alan Brown.
5. After dismounting at the Backdamgate, The big Four make their way to the Tower Knowe with some extra passengers
After dismounting at the Backdamgate, The "big four" make their way to the Tower Knowe with some extra passengers. Photos: Bill McBurnie. Photo: Bill McBurnie
6. The Cavalcade returning from Priesthaugh
The Cavalcade returning from Priesthaugh Photo: Bill McBurnie
7. Right Hand Lass Victoria Campbell, Cornet's Lass Emma Gibson, Left Hand Lass Jenny Nichol and Acting Mother Tracey Brown
Right Hand Lass Victoria Campbell, Cornet's Lass Emma Gibson, Left Hand Lass Jenny Nichol and Acting Mother Tracey Brown Photo: Bill McBurnie