Introducing the 2025 Jethart Callant
The Jethart Callant for 2025 is Lewis Ronald Turnbull – a proud young Jedburgh man whose roots run deep in the tradition and spirit of the Festival.
Lewis follows a strong family legacy, with three Ex-Callants before him: his Great Uncle, Ex-Callant William Sinton (1973); his Uncle, Ex-Callant Derek Sinton (1997); and his cousin, Ex-Callant Ross Sinton (1999). Inspired by their example, Lewis first rode out with the Festival in 2014, earned his Redeswire badge in 2016, and last followed on horseback in 2023.
A former pupil of Parkside Primary and Jedburgh Grammar School, Lewis began working weekends at Woodside Garden Centre before starting his apprenticeship with Scott & Foggon in 2017. He qualified as an electrician in 2021 and continued in the role until late 2024, when he and his partner Katie embarked on a new adventure. The pair travelled the East Coast of Australia from Melbourne to Cairns and spent five months living and working in Perth before Lewis returned home – ready to embrace the honour of becoming Jethart Callant for 2025.
Lewis is well known locally for his sporting talent, having played rugby for Jed Minis, Jed Thistle, and eventually for Jed-Forest – including being part of the squad that won the Peebles 7s in 2019. In recent years, he made the switch to football and now plays for Ancrum AFC.
Friendly, grounded, and committed to his hometown, Lewis carries the spirit of Jethart with him in all he does. We are proud to welcome him into this historic role.
Dates for 2025
Sunday 22nd June Morebattle rideout
Saturday 28th June Southdean rideout
Social Evening in the Bowling Club
Wednesday 2nd July Crailing & Nisbet rideout
Friday 4th July Redeswire Dinner in the Carters Rest
Saturday 5th July Redeswire rideout
Callant's Ball at the school Campus
Sunday 6th July Leading Rein rideout
Kirkin’ of the Callant
Monday 7th July Queens rideout
Tuesday 8th July Car Treasurer Hunt
Wednesday 9th July Lanton and Ancrum rideout
Thursday 10th July Investiture of the Callant
Friday 11th July Festival Day - Ceremonial rideout
Festival Day Lunch
Family Afternoon on Murray's Green
Fancy Dress Parade
Party on the Green
Sunday 13th July Ceremonial Return of the Sashes
The Callant's Ball will be held on Saturday 5th July 2025 in the School Campus, this is a change for 2025 following supporter feedback.
Supporting the Festival 2025
Become a Patron
Minimum donation - £15.00 per person.
All patrons will receive a patrons ribbon and have special access/are invited to:
- Guest privileges at the Declaration Night Reception – 16th May
- Guest privileges on Investiture and Festival Day – 10 & 11th July
- Apply for tickets to attend the Callant’s Luncheon on Festival Day – 11th July - note due to restricted numbers for the lunch only those who have become patrons before or on Declaration Night will be given the opportunity to apply for lunch tickets.
If you prefer to pay via cheque or cash then please send an email to: [email protected] and request an application form.
Volunteer helpers
The committee are always grateful for help whether it be with:
Foot marshalling duties, setting up/dismantling events, delivering letters/invites, serving refreshments, coming onto the committee.
If you would like to know more or volunteer then please contact Hon Secretary – 07818 654205 email: [email protected] or visit the website and sign up. www.jethartcallantsfestival.com