Pipers performing at all of Aberdeen's Hare Sculptures

The Pipers, led by Gordon Caird, are hoping to raise awareness for Clan Cancer Support, the Aberdeenshire charity behind the 550-mile trail.

Gordon Caird, Tom Sinclair and Graeme Thom – who all play for the Gordon Highlanders Association – are performing at the six-foot artist-decorated statues.

The trio have recently formed their own group – Twa Tatties and a Neep.

They’re using their musical talents to raise awareness for Clan Cancer Support – a northeast charity supporting those with a diagnosis and their loved ones.

Support from Clan

Gordon said he wanted to help Clan after the support they offered him.

Mr Caird said: “My wife died in January after two years of terrible illness. I spent the last two years in Roxburghe house with her.

“It was such a horrible time, I probably didn’t appreciate how it was affecting me. The staff at Roxburghe suggested I speak to someone outwith family and friends.

“I went to speak to someone at Clan, which I found quite difficult. I was probably unsure as to what I was going to say when I got there.

“But, once I was in the door, I found myself being made very welcome, and I have been to Clan every week since, for the last six months.”

Giving back to Clan

The piper added: “Clan’s a serious business and we’re trying to promote the project they’re doing at the moment.

“I thought, what could I do that’s slightly different, to help raise the profile of the sculptures and maybe raise some money at the same time.

“It’s all about giving back. Doing something to help.”

The hare sculptures will eventually be sold at auction to raise money for Clan.