BECOME A MEMBER
We are keen to make the Clan Mackay into the once powerful highland force that it used to be. When you join, you will become a member of one of the oldest clan societies in Scotland, thus helping to ensure that the history and heritage of the clan continues for future generations.
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​Cost
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​Lifetime membership of the Clan Mackay Society is £100. You can pay for your membership through our Clan Shop.
​​Eligibility
Membership is open to anyone who:
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Has the surname of Mackay, however spelled
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Has a surname historically associated with our clan, associated families or ‘septs’ (see right)
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Is connected by marriage to, or is descended from someone bearing any of those surnames
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Believes they are affiliated with Clan Mackay.
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Associated Clan Names (Septs)
Allan; Allanson; Bain; Bayne; Kay; Key; Keyes; MacAllan; MacBain; MacCaa; MacCaw; MacCay; MacCrie; MacGaa; MacGow; MacGee; MacGhee; MacGhee; MacGhie; MacKay; MacKee; Mackey; Mackie; MacPhail; MacQue; MacQuey; MacQuoid; MacVail; MacVain; MacVane; McCoy; McKay; McKee; McKie; Morgan; Neilson; Nelson; Paul; Pole; Poleson; Pollard; Polson; Reay; Scobie; Williamson
How to Join
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Visit our Clan Shop and purchase the Lifetime membership.
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​During the purchase process you will be asked to provide your personal details and your connection to the Clan Mackay
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​Once your information is processed you will be sent a welcome email and further membership details.
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Please note membership applications can take 7-10 days to process as we are a small team of volunteers.
Membership Secretary - Murdo Mackay
Murdo Mackay (or “Murchadh MacAoidh” in his native Gaelic) is originally from the Isle of Harris and now lives in Edinburgh.
He has been involved with the Society since 2018 and a member of the CMS council since 2019. Murdo enjoys learning about Clan Mackay history, particularly in the North West of Scotland.