This year marks John Nicol’s 10^th year as Queensferry’s Burryman, a role that becomes more of an honour each year…

John (34) is a former pupil of Queensferry High School before graduating from Gray’s School Of Art in Aberdeen (Degree in Sculpture) and Glasgow School Of Art (Masters Degree in Fine Art).

 He has worked as a Graphic Designer for the last 8 years and currently works for his beloved Hibernian Football Club as the Club’s Graphic Designer. He lives in Leith with a ‘ferry lass Emma and her two pet rabbits…

 This year marks the last time that John will be supported by John Nicol Snr and Alex Nicol.   John would like to thank his Dad and Uncle very much for all their support, dedication and inspiration during this eventful and always unpredictable role.

As always, a big thank you to the staff of the Stag’s Head Hotel that forms a perfect backdrop to both the beginning and end of the day.

 Finally, a special mention to three friends no longer with us, my Granddad Alec Nicol Snr, John Seery and James Quigley, all of whom were fantastic and proud fellow Burghers…