Scottish Champs set for Dumfries return

AS the world turns its eyes to the Winter Olympics, Dumfries is preparing for its own centre-stage moment.

Dumfries Curling is proud to announce that the Hardie Engineering Men’s and Women’s Scottish Curling Championships will return to the town’s Ice Bowl from Tuesday, February 24 to Saturday, February 28.

This marks the fifth consecutive year that Dumfries has hosted Scotland’s premier national curling event.

Strategically positioned between the Winter Olympics and Paralympics, the championships offer a high-octane platform for Scotland’s elite athletes to showcase their talent to a global audience riding the wave of Olympic excitement.

The championships are bolstered by the return of David Hardie Engineering Ltd as the principal sponsor.

This continued partnership, alongside vital contributions from local businesses and the Dumfries and Galloway Council Major Events Fund, ensures the event maintains its reputation for world-class delivery.

The 2026 event is being planned as the most digitally ambitious yet, with fans able to expect live episodes of the SC Podcast, daily reviews, behind-the-scenes access, live scores, and live text coverage. Spectators who attend in person will enjoy an unrivalled experience watching some of the world’s best athletes competing for their national title.

Before the Scottish Championships begin, the Ice Bowl will also play host to the English Curling Championships, cementing Dumfries’ status as a premier hub for the sport.

While the athletes take the spotlight, behind the scenes is a dedicated team of volunteers who return year after year. Their expertise and passion are the reasons why Dumfries has successfully hosted this event and numerous others over the years for five consecutive years.