The Clanranald Trust for Scotland

The Clanranald Trust for Scotland[1] is a recognised non-profit organisation founded in 1995 and based in Carronvalley, Scotland. Its chairman is Charlie Allan.

Crest Clanranald Trust for Scotland
Clan Macdonald of Clanranald

Objectives

The prime objectives of the Clanranald Trust for Scotland are the preservation and dissemination of Scottish culture and Scottish heritage through entertainment and education.

Activities
  • Duncarron medieval fort – major construction project: replica of a medieval castle courtyard as a visual interactive visitor attraction
  • Educational activities for schools, gala days and public events
  • Combat International Team – the official Clanranald fight team for stunt work in film and TV productions
  • Additional services to the film industry (actors, fight training, battle choreography, music scoring, video production, etc.)
  • Medieval martial arts classes – training on methods of medieval fighting; many members of the class participate in the International Combat Team
  • Retailing, costume making and supply, themed room dressing
  • Genealogy and Scottish History research services
  • Saor Patrol[2] – a five-piece pipe and drum band

History

In 1995 the decision was taken recreate an original medieval village to illustrate the life and the culture of Scotland at that time. The Trust was established and the proceeds and donations taken by the various activities (see above) flow into this project; more than £400,000 has so far been made available for the construction of Duncarron. A big supporter was found by the film actor Russell Crowe, a close friend of the chairman Charlie Allan.[3][4][5]

References
  1. Charity Register
  2. Saor Patrol website
  3. Report BBC News
  4. Report in The Courier
  5. Report Caledonian Mercury Archived 2011-09-01 at the Wayback Machine
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