The 700th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Arbroath is to be marked with a horse-led procession, the unveiling of a new choral work and a mass picnic in the historic Angus town where the document was signed.

A re-enactment of the Declaration’s journey to France, following a ceremonial reading of the document by local people “of all generations” is expect to be one of the highlights of the Abroath 2020 festival.

The programme of anniversary celebrations unveiled today also features the unveiling of a new tapestry commissioned for the occasion and the launch of a collection of poetry and prose inspired by the Declaration.

Declaration of Arbroath : Celebration plans for 700th anniversary revealed