The Lockhart clan traces its origins to the 12th century when Symon Locard received lands in Lanarkshire from King David I. The family established themselves at Lee Castle, becoming hereditary keepers of the Heart of Bruce. According to legend, Sir Simon Lockhart accompanied Sir James Douglas on his crusade to carry Robert the Bruce's heart to the Holy Land in 1330. When Douglas fell in battle against the Moors in Spain, Lockhart retrieved the sacred relic and returned it to Scotland. This heroic deed earned the family their distinctive coat of arms featuring a human heart within a fetterlock, symbolizing their eternal guardianship of Scotland's greatest king's heart and their unwavering loyalty to the crown.
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Lockhart Tartans & Clan
The Lockhart clan tartan represents one of Scotland's most distinguished Lanarkshire families, whose legacy spans from medieval castle builders to renowned military leaders across the British Empire and throughout North America.
Clan Motto
Corda serrata pando
(I open locked hearts)
Heritage & Identity
Who Wears Lockhart Tartan?
Worn by Lockhart descendants worldwide, sept families including Lockard and Loccard bearers, Border regiment members, and Scottish heritage enthusiasts across America, Canada, and Britain.
Associated Names
Lockard
Loccard
Lockert
Lockwood
Locard
Lockhart of Lee
Lockhart of Carnwath
Lockhart of Cleghorn
Lockhart of Birkhill
Lockhart of Wicketshaw
Military Heritage
Associated Regiments
Lockhart warriors served with distinction in Border regiments, Cameronian forces, and elite British Army units, particularly excelling in European campaigns and colonial frontier service throughout the Empire.
Cameronians (Scottish Rifles)
King's Own Scottish Borderers
Royal Scots Fusiliers
Black Watch (Canada)
Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders (Canada)
Highland Light Infantry (Canada)
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Each tartan can feature several variations, with the most common being Ancient, Modern, Weathered, Hunting and Dress.
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Ancient Tartan
Before 1860, all fabric dyes came from nature — plants, berries, bark, and insects. The colours they produced were softer and more muted than what we're used to today: think mossy greens, dusty sky blues, and reds with a warm, orangey tone. A lot of people actually prefer Ancient tartans for this reason — the gentler contrasts let the pattern breathe and stand out in a way that bolder colours sometimes don't. Worth knowing: the pattern itself, called the sett, is exactly the same across all variations of a tartan. It's only the colours that change.
Modern Tartan
Modern tartans came about after 1860, when chemical dyes replaced natural ones. The difference is pretty striking. Those soft, earthy greens became deep bottle green. Pale blues turned into rich navy. Reds went from warm and muted to full-on scarlet. If you're after something bold and vivid, Modern is usually the one to go for. It's the version most people picture when they think of a classic tartan.
Weathered Tartan
Weathered tartans take their inspiration from what happens to fabric left out in the elements — faded by sun, softened by rain, worn in by time. The colours shift towards olive greens, warm browns, and very pale blues, with reds that fade down to something close to a dusty pink. It's a more rustic, lived-in look, and honestly a really beautiful one. If you want something that feels a little more understated and natural, Weathered is worth a look.
Hunting Tartan
Hunting tartans are essentially the camouflage version of a clan's tartan — greens and browns brought forward so the wearer could move through the landscape without standing out. Not every clan has one, and that's by design. If a tartan is already mostly green or brown (like the Black Watch or Gunn), there's no need to adapt it. But a tartan like the Fraser, which is predominantly red, would make someone very easy to spot in the field — so a Hunting version makes a lot of sense for clans like that.
Dress Tartan
Dress tartans were made for the big occasions — Highland games, celebrations, and traditional dance. The pattern stays the same, but the main colour is swapped out for white, or extra white is woven in to give it a lighter, more formal feel. As you'd expect from the Scots, the rules get bent every now and then — yellow has been used instead of white in some cases, which is exactly how the famously bold MacLeod Dress Modern and Barclay Dress Modern came to be.
The Lockhart Story
Four centuries of history woven into every thread
During the 14th and 15th centuries, the Lockhart clan expanded their influence throughout the Scottish Borders through strategic alliances and military prowess. The family acquired additional estates including Carnwath, Cleghorn, and Birkhill, establishing cadet branches that strengthened their regional power. Lockharts served as sheriffs, justiciars, and royal commissioners, wielding considerable influence in medieval Scottish governance. The clan weathered the Wars of Scottish Independence while maintaining their loyalty to the Bruce dynasty. Notable clan members included Sir James Lockhart of Lee, who fought at Flodden Field in 1513, demonstrating the family's continued commitment to Scottish independence against English aggression throughout the turbulent Border conflicts.
Where does the name Lockhart come from?
Lockhart derives from the Anglo-Saxon 'locc' meaning lock or enclosure, and 'heard' meaning hard or brave. The name originates from the ancient barony of Lockhart in Lanarkshire, Scotland, where the clan held Lee Castle from the 12th century. This territorial surname reflects the Border tradition of naming families after their fortified strongholds along Scotland's contested southern frontier regions.
The 16th and 17th centuries witnessed Lockhart involvement in the religious and political upheavals that transformed Scotland. The clan embraced Presbyterian reform while navigating the dangerous waters of religious conflict. Sir James Lockhart of Lee became a prominent Covenanter, supporting Scottish religious independence against royal interference. His son, Sir William Lockhart, achieved international distinction as Cromwell's ambassador to France and later served as a diplomat under Charles II. The family's political acumen enabled them to survive regime changes while expanding their estates. Lockharts established themselves in Edinburgh's legal circles, with several clan members serving as advocates and judges in the Scottish courts, cementing their influence in both Highland traditions and Lowland society.
Throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, Lockharts continued their tradition of military and diplomatic service while embracing opportunities in the expanding British Empire. Clan members served as officers in Highland regiments during the Jacobite uprisings, colonial administrators in India and the Caribbean, and pioneers in North America. The family produced distinguished scholars, including John Gibson Lockhart, Sir Walter Scott's son-in-law and biographer. Lockharts emigrated to America, Canada, and Australia, establishing thriving communities while maintaining their Scottish heritage. The clan adapted to industrialization by investing in coal mining and manufacturing, ensuring their economic survival during Scotland's transformation from feudal society to modern industrial nation.
The Lockhart tartan weaves together centuries of Lowland heritage, from ancient castle strongholds to global military service, in distinctive patterns worn with pride.
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