The Scottish Schools Pipe Band Championships is Scotland’s leading youth piping and drumming competition. For one unforgettable day, the William McIlvanney Campus, Kilmarnock comes alive with the sound of traditional Scottish pipes and drums.
Featuring more than 100 performances from over 60 bands and welcoming competitors, supporters and special guests from all over Scotland, the Championships showcase the very best of young musical talent.
From beginners to elite performers, there are opportunities for everyone. Schools without a full band can enter the Quartet competition, offering an accessible route into competing.
SPDT is proud to present the Eilidh MacLeod Endeavour Award, celebrating the qualities that make a school pipe band truly special.
This award recognises the importance of friendship, perseverance, inclusion, and community spirit within youth piping and drumming. It celebrates the positive impact made beyond competition performances, honouring those who embody the culture, values, and sense of belonging at the heart of the Championships.
Eilidh MacLeod Endeavour Award | Stirling and District Schools
We are committed to making the Championships as inclusive as possible and recognise that travel costs can be a barrier to participation for state school bands, particularly those from rural communities.
Bands based more than 100 miles from the venue may apply for a travel subsidy to help cover travel and accommodation costs. Support of up to 50% of eligible costs is available, subject to a maximum contribution of £500 per band.
To help us plan and allocate funding, applications should be submitted in advance of the event wherever possible using the Travel Subsidy Form.
See Event Information for further details
