Welcome to the Clan Gunn Society!

We’re one of Scotland’s oldest and most northerly clans, proudly tracing our roots all the way back to the Viking “Jarls” (Earls) of Orkney in the 10th century. The name “Gunn” comes from Gunni, grandson of the legendary Sweyn Asleifsson - better known as the “Ultimate Viking” and star of the Orkneyinga Saga!

Our story as an organised society began back in 1821, when the very first Clan Gunn Society was founded in Thurso, Caithness, with the wonderful name “The Loyal and United Benevolent Society of the Clan Gunn”.

The modern Clan Gunn Society was reborn in 1960 with a simple and heartfelt aim: “promote a spirit of kinship amongst members of the clan throughout the world”. Today, more than 60 years later, we have over 700 members – and we’re always delighted to welcome more!

What we do

• We send out a full-colour magazine, the The Gunn Herald, three times a year – packed with stories, news and photos.
• Every four years we hold an International Clan Gathering in Scotland (the next one is planned for 2026). People travel from America, Canada, Australia, New Zealand – everywhere! – to meet cousins they’ve never met, explore our ancient homelands and have an absolute blast.
• We organise guided trips to all the places that matter to Clan Gunn history, plus plenty of fun activities so the whole family can make memories together.
• Between the International Gatherings, we hold friendly Mini-Gatherings in different parts of Scotland.

Come and join the family – we can’t wait to meet you!