The Caledonian Banquet

The 350th Anniversary of the Battle of Worcester
1651-2001

The Caledonian Banquet was held in Worcester Guildhall at the invitation of the Mayor of Worcester, Councillor David Clark. To reflect the part played by so many Scots in the Battle, this was a homage to them with Bagpipes to accompany the addressing of the Haggis, Roast Sirloin of Beef and Crannachan, a delicious pudding of oatmeal, cream, honey and raspberries.

The Chief Guest was Tam Dalyell Member of Parliament and Father of the House of Commons, who related to the diners that his ancestor and namesake had been captured at the Battle and after escaping from the Tower of London, he went on to command the Tsar of Russia's army at the Battle of Smolensk.