As they prepare for SPL battle at the weekend against Inverness Caley Thistle, Dunfermline Athletic players tasted ancient recipes that would have been served to Robert the Bruce before the Battle of Bannockburn.

Chef and food consultant, Christopher Trotter, served the players from Dunfermline Athletic, samples from the menu being prepared for the Medieval Banquet taking place at the 2011 King Robert the Bruce Festival.

- Traditional 'archer caught' game
- Pottage seasoned with foraged herbs
- Authentic 13th century pudding
- Medieval Ale

The 2011 Bruce Festival is one of Scotland's premier historical events, attracting 16,000 visitors to Scotland's ancient capital over the weekend of 26 - 28 August. The Bruce Festival Medieval Banquet, hosted by Christopher Trotter takes place on Saturday 27th August. Full details can be found at www.visitdunfermline.com/brucefestival