The legend behind Royal Dornoch logo
During the tumultuous 13th century, Sutherland became a battleground for frequent wars and invasions. The Battle of Embo in the 1260s marked a triumphant moment for them as they emerged victorious.
After a group of Danes (Vikings) arrived at Little Ferry and made camp at Embo, the fight erupted. The Earl of Sutherland called upon his brother, Sir Richard de Moravia, to ensure that the Danes remained under control. With unwavering courage, Richard fought fiercely, the sound of clashing weapons echoing through the battlefield, buying time until the Earl could rally enough troops to assist him.
As soon as the Earl joined the battle, the Danes found themselves crushed by his forces. Gathering his troops, Earl William engaged in a fierce battle, where he reportedly used a horse's leg as a weapon to slay the Danish leader. This event is said to be commemorated by the horse-shoe in the Dornoch coat-of-arms.
Despite the tragic outcome of the battle, the Earl made sure that Sir Richard's bravery was honored with a burial in Dornoch Cathedral.
But what about the cat?
Known as the Scottish wildcat or Highland wildcat, this feline has called the northern part of Scotland home for centuries. They're even the subject of a documentary called The Tigers of Scotland.
I could post pictures of how amazing the course is and how quaint the town of Dornach is, but their website has better photography.
