About Stockbridge Pipe Band

Our History

Three Decades of Edinburgh Tradition

Stockbridge Pipe Band is a community-orientated pipe band based in Edinburgh, competing in Grades 3B and 4B of the Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association. Founded in 1994 just north of the city centre, we've spent over three decades bringing the tradition of Scottish pipe band music to the heart of the community - from our first competition in 2006 to multiple Champion of Champions titles and performances across Europe, Mexico and China.

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Stockbridge Pipe Band on the Edinburgh May Day Parade

Championship Titles

Honours Roll

Since the band began competing in 2006, Stockbridge Pipe Band has won the following championship titles.

Year	Title
2008	Grade 4B British, European, World Champions and Champion of Champions Promoted to Grade 4A
2010	Grade 4B Champion of Champions - Drum Corps
2011	Grade 3B Scottish Champions - Drum Corps and Band
2013	Grade 3B British Champions - Drum Corps
2013	Grade 3B European and Cowal Champions - Drum Corps and Band Promoted to Grade 3A
2013	Grade 3B Champion of Champions - Drum Corps and Band
2016	Grade 3A European Champions - Drum Corps
2018	Grade 4B British Champions - Drum Corps
2019	Grade 3A World Champions - Drum Corps
2026	Grade 4B British Champions - Drum Corps

What Drives Us

Our Mission & Values

Stockbridge Pipe Band exists to serve two equally important purposes: to compete at the highest level we can, and to be a genuine community resource for Edinburgh. Our primary goals are:

To encourage the continued development of the band, both musically and as an established community organisation within Stockbridge
To encourage the appreciation of Scottish music both locally and internationally
To provide a community focus and an opportunity for social interaction for all ages
To provide instruction to all ages in piping and drumming

We actively seek to attract new members - especially young people - and work hard to keep membership costs as low as possible. Our success on the competition circuit and our community work are not in conflict: they reinforce each other.

The band wears Stewart of Appin Muted tartan - a distinguished, understated tartan that reflects our identity as a serious, community-rooted organisation. Members compete and perform in full Highland dress.

Our People

Band Leadership

With strong new leadership in place, Stockbridge Pipe Band is well positioned for its most successful period yet.

Competing Band

Grade 3B Band

Mark Bennett

Grade 3B Pipe Major

Leading the Grade 3B band's musical direction and competitive programme.

Mike Macaulay

Grade 3B Pipe Sergeant

Supporting the Pipe Major and assisting with the musical development of the pipe corps.

Jim Walker

Grade 3B Lead Drummer

Leading the Grade 3B drummers.

Competing Band

Grade 4B Band

Richard Fairnie

Grade 4B Pipe Major

Leading the Grade 4B band's musical direction and competitive programme.

Andy Park

Grade 4B Pipe Sergeant

Supporting the Pipe Major and assisting with the musical development of the pipe corps.

Alfie Cunningham

Grade 4B Lead Drummer

Overseeing the drum corps that won first place in drumming at the 2026 British Pipe Band Championships.

Administration

Band Committee

Stockbridge Pipe Band operates with a volunteer committee to ensure the organisation runs well. The band also holds an annual AGM - the next one is due to take place on Monday 28th September 2026.