King and Queen attend Braemar Gathering alongside Highland games fans

One of the world’s most famous Highland Games has been held in Aberdeenshire, attracting members of the royal family and international spectators.

Held close to the royal Highland residence, Balmoral, the Braemar Gathering takes place each year on the first Saturday in September.

The popular event has been running in its present form since 1832 and has been attended regularly by the reigning monarch and other members of the royal family since 1848.

It features a host of traditional Highland Games contests, including tug-of-war and the caber toss, along with performances from pipe bands and Highland dancers.