Kirkpatrick
Kirkpatrick Tartan Collection
Honour a staunch clan of the Bruce with the Kirkpatrick collection — the lairds of Closeburn in Dumfriesshire, faithful to Robert the Bruce in his greatest hour, under the resolute motto I Mak Siccar, "I Make Sure."
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About the Kirkpatrick Tartan
Clan Kirkpatrick is an old Lowland clan of Dumfriesshire, taking its name from the church of Saint Patrick in the parish of Closeburn. Ivone de Kirkpatrick witnessed a charter of the Bruce family in the 12th century, and Alexander II confirmed the family in their lands. Long seated at Closeburn Castle — one of the oldest inhabited tower houses in Scotland — the Kirkpatricks are famous above all for their steadfast loyalty to Robert the Bruce.
Whether you bear the Kirkpatrick or Kilpatrick name, descend from Dumfriesshire, or simply admire a clan famed for its loyalty, this collection brings the Kirkpatrick tartan into wearable apparel, everyday accessories, home decor and meaningful heritage gifts.
Kirkpatrick Tartan Pattern & Colours
The Kirkpatrick tartan is a handsome sett of deep blue and green crossed with black and lifted by fine lines of red and white — the blue recalling the saltire of the clan arms, and dignified colours fitting for a staunch old clan of the Dumfriesshire dales.
Who Is This Collection For?
The Kirkpatrick tartan collection is a meaningful choice for the Kirkpatrick and Kilpatrick family, descendants of Dumfriesshire, those with Closeburn or Torthorwald connections, and anyone drawn to a clan famed for its loyalty to the Bruce.
- Kirkpatrick & Kilpatrick family
- Dumfriesshire roots
- Closeburn & Torthorwald ties
- Clan gatherings
- Birthday & Christmas gifts
- Everyday tartan style
Kirkpatrick Clan Heritage
The Kirkpatricks were close allies of the Bruces, their Dumfriesshire neighbours, and Sir Roger Kirkpatrick of Closeburn stood with Robert the Bruce at the fateful meeting in the Greyfriars Kirk at Dumfries in 1306, when the Red Comyn was slain and Bruce set on the road to the throne. The clan's motto and crest — a hand and dagger, and the words "I mak siccar" — are said to spring from that dramatic day.
Rewarded by the grateful king, the Kirkpatricks held Closeburn and fought on in Bruce's cause, and Sir Roger later took Caerlaverock and Dalswinton castles from the English. The chiefs were created Baronets of Closeburn in 1685. Branches of the name spread through the south-west and to Ireland as Kilpatrick, and one line, the Kirkpatricks of Málaga in Spain, gave an empress to France — Eugénie, wife of Napoleon III. The crest is a hand grasping a dagger, the motto I Mak Siccar.
Kirkpatrick Tartan FAQ
Quick answers about the Kirkpatrick tartan, who can wear it, and why Kirkpatrick products make meaningful Scottish heritage gifts.
What is the Kirkpatrick tartan?
It is the clan tartan of Clan Kirkpatrick, a deep blue and green sett with black, red and white — the blue recalling the saltire of the clan arms.
Who can wear the Kirkpatrick tartan?
Anyone can wear it. It is especially meaningful for those of the Kirkpatrick or Kilpatrick name and for anyone with Dumfriesshire ancestry.
What does the motto "I Mak Siccar" mean?
It is old Scots for "I make sure" — the words traditionally linked to Sir Roger Kirkpatrick's part in the events of 1306 that set Robert the Bruce on the throne.
Where does the Kirkpatrick name come from?
From the church of Saint Patrick in the parish of Closeburn in Dumfriesshire, the family's ancient home.
Does Clan Kirkpatrick have a chief?
Kirkpatrick is an armigerous clan, recognised by the Lord Lyon, though no chief is recognised at present; the historic seat is Closeburn Castle.
Is Kirkpatrick tartan a good gift?
Yes. Kirkpatrick products make thoughtful gifts for family members, clan gatherings, birthdays, Christmas and Scottish heritage celebrations.
Celebrate Your Kirkpatrick Heritage in Style
Discover Kirkpatrick tartan apparel, accessories and meaningful Scottish-inspired gifts that honour Closeburn, the loyalty to the Bruce and the resolute motto I Mak Siccar.
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