Crann Tara derives from the Gaelic for Fiery Cross, the reasons behind the name and the symbol can be seen on our history page. It was decided from this history that it would be the appropriate name for the group as it is also part of our aim to bring like minded people together. As Crann Tara, our aims and objectives include preserving and maintaining the history, culture and heritage of Scotland, passing on the knowledge in the hope that it will keep the country in safe hands. The group was formed in the wake of the 700th anniversary of William Wallace's murder in London, 23rd of August 2005. From this time we have been striving to inspire and re-kindle the passions within those who have either had, or have Scotland's interests close to their heart.

Crann Tara is also about, rallying or uniting with those who are interested in the history, heritage and culture of Scotland and who believe it is something worth preserving. Crann Tara believes that by bringing the history alive and taking it to a wider audience they can help maintain and preserve it, perhaps even resulting in making Scotland as a nation stronger.
We have members and links worldwide, with a wide range of interests from the Picts and Celts, Bruce and Wallace, Montrose and Claverhouse to the Jacobites as well as the Gaelic Language and Piping.