King Charles has begun his annual summer migration to Scotland, kicking off the season at the Mey Highland Games on Saturday. Dressed in his customary kilt, King Charles spent the afternoon at the John O'Groats showground in Caithness, near the northernmost point of mainland Scotland. Getty Images Lady Sarah Chatto and King Charles departing the Mey Highland Games. The Mey Highland Games started in 1970, when the inaugural event was held in the village of Mey to mark the Queen Mother’s 70th birthday. Jane Barlow - PA Images // Getty Images Lady Sarah Chatto watches the Mey Highland Games, 2025.