Galloway Hunting Ancient Tartan Fabric
The Galloway Hunting Ancient Tartan Fabric offers a soft, muted take on one of Scotland’s regional tartans, blending gentle greens and blues inspired by the landscapes of southwest Scotland. Produced from 100% Scottish acrylic wool at our own mill in Selkirk, Scotland, this fabric combines an authentic district sett with the durability and easy care that today’s makers and wearers expect.
Whether you’re commissioning a bespoke kilt, sewing a sash or shawl, upholstering a piece of furniture, or working on any project inspired by Scottish regional heritage, Galloway Hunting Ancient Tartan Fabric delivers a subtle, versatile pattern with genuine ties to southwest Scotland.
The Story Behind the Tartan
Galloway is a region in southwestern Scotland comprising the historic counties of Wigtownshire and Kirkcudbrightshire. Rather than belonging to a single clan or family, the Galloway tartans were designed by Councillor John Hannay during the 1930s as district tartans — patterns created for people who had no clan tartan of their own but wished to show their attachment to a particular part of Scotland. There are two Galloway variants: a vibrant red sett and this green Hunting version, of which this fabric is the softer, Ancient-dyed edition.
Hunting tartans traditionally use darker, more subdued tones suited to outdoor wear, historically favored for blending into the landscape while out in the field. The Ancient designation reflects a further softening of that palette, echoing the muted tones produced by the natural dyes used in tartans of centuries past, in contrast to the deeper, richer shades of the Hunting Modern colorway. Because it was created as a regional rather than a clan tartan, anyone with a connection to Galloway — whether by blood, residence, or personal interest — is entitled to wear it, making it one of the more inclusive tartans available.
Fabric Specifications
- Material: 100% Scottish acrylic wool
- Width: 54 inches (standard)
- Weight: 16 oz — a medium weight suited to year-round use
- Sold by: Running yard, with quantity options ranging from half a yard up to eight yards
- Origin: Woven at our mill in Selkirk, Scotland
This medium weight strikes a practical balance — substantial enough to hold its shape and drape well for kilts and outerwear, yet manageable enough for accessories, wraps, and lighter craft applications.
Why Choose This Tartan Fabric?
Authentic Scottish Weaving – Every yard of this fabric is produced at our own mill in Selkirk, in the heart of the Scottish Borders, using traditional weaving techniques refined over generations. You’re not buying a mass-produced imitation — you’re buying fabric woven with genuine Scottish craftsmanship.
Open to Everyone with Galloway Ties – As a district tartan rather than a clan-specific one, Galloway Hunting Ancient can be worn by anyone with a personal, family, or geographic connection to the region — a rare inclusivity among traditional Scottish tartans.
Soft, Earthy Colorway – The muted green-and-blue Ancient palette gives this tartan a subtle, understated character, well suited to everyday Highland wear and pieces meant to pair easily with other accessories.
Flexible Quantities – Sold by the running yard in nine different quantity options, you can order exactly what you need — from half a yard for a small accessory project to a full eight yards for a complete traditional kilt or great plaid.
Durable, Easy-Care Material – The acrylic wool construction offers excellent color retention and resistance to wear, while remaining easier to care for than pure wool, making it a practical choice for garments and accessories that will see regular use.
Ideal Uses
- Kilts – Both traditional 8-yard kilts and modern hybrid or utility styles
- Great Plaids – For those seeking the full traditional Highland look with a softer palette
- Shawls and Wraps – A warm, understated accessory for cooler weather
- Sashes and Accessories – Perfect for regional gatherings, weddings, and Highland games
- Craft and Upholstery Projects – Bring subtle tartan character to bags, cushions, and other heritage-inspired creations
Who Is This For?
- Individuals with a personal, family, or geographic connection to Galloway
- Anyone seeking a custom kilt or Highland outfit without a specific clan tartan of their own
- Crafters and sewists working on tartan-based accessories, wraps, or home decor
- Costume designers and reenactors looking for a versatile, historically documented regional tartan
- Anyone who prefers the soft, muted tones of an Ancient sett over a bolder Modern palette
What’s Included
Your order includes the exact yardage selected, cut from our running stock of Galloway Hunting Ancient tartan, woven at 54 inches standard width. Because the fabric is cut to order, please select the quantity that matches your project requirements before ordering.
Final Thoughts
The Galloway Hunting Ancient Tartan Fabric offers something a little different from a clan sett: a genuine regional tartan, open to anyone with ties to southwest Scotland, presented in the soft, muted colorway that Ancient dyeing techniques are known for. It’s as suited to a formal kilt as it is to a handmade accessory or craft project, giving you the freedom to bring a real piece of Galloway’s story into whatever you’re creating.
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