David Broadbent from Outer Herbrides had the pleasure of attending the International Sheepdog Trails held at Fearn, near Tain, Easter Ross in the Highlands from 8th to 10th Sep '11
The event; weather conditions were good, the Princess Royal attended on the Friday and she had a lengthly discussion with David regards Harris Tweed and Walking sticks.
David was selling sticks to visitors from all over the UK and worldwide. David meet old aquaintances from near and far and had a fabulous time at the Sheepdog Trails.
David Broadbent's show of Champion walking sticks.
He won the Black Isle Show, Keith show and Aberchirder Show, 5 trophies over the 3 shows.
Photo kindly provided by Anne Broadbent
David Broadbent chatting to the Princess Royal about the craft of making walking sticks.
Photo kindly provided by Anne Broadbent