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In Pictures: Pittodrie cocktails kick off Perth Races Ladies Day

The glamour and fun started early at Pittodrie, where dozens gathered for breakfast and cocktails before heading to Edinburgh Gin Ladies Day.

Rhona Mackie, Darcy Buyers and Jillian Sim. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Rhona Mackie, Darcy Buyers and Jillian Sim. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
By Gemma Bibby & Kath Flannery

Dozens of ladies kicked off their day in style with breakfast and cocktails at Pittodrie, before heading to Perth Races for the annual Edinburgh Gin Ladies Day.

The event promised a glamorous mix of racing, fashion, and fun – topped off with an afterparty hosted by Denise van Outen. With the title of “Grand Lady 2025” on the line, did one of these stylish guests take the win?

Press and Journal photographer Kath Flannery was there to capture the glamour before they made their way to Perth.

Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.
Hazel Corkan celebrating her 50th with friends.
Aberdeen ladies celebrating friend Hazel Corkan’s 50th Birthday at the races. Image: Kenny Smith/DC Thomson
Aberdeen ladies celebrating friend Hazel Corkan’s 50th Birthday at the races. Image: Kenny Smith/DC Thomson
Amy Mennie, Chelsea Stables and Cherelle Greig.
Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.
Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.
Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.
Ashleigh Nicoll and Laura Milne.
Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.
Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.
Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.
Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.
Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.
Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.
Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.
Sharon Watson winning best dressed.
Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.
Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.
Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.
Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.
Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.
Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.
Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.
Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.
Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.
Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.
Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.
Emma Watson and Helena kidd.
Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.
Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.
Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.
Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.
Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.
Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.
Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.
Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.
Harri Campbell and Lara Thomason.
Moyra Smart, Chloe Stitchell and Rachel McDonald.
Kirstin Campbell and Rachel Haig.
Pittodrie to Perth Ladies Race Day Breakfast and cocktails.

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