Days out, History

Exhibition, organised by the Victoria & Albert Museum, of personal effects, music, film, costume, awards and photographs from the career of the Aberdonian musical superstar.

Steam engines and vintage vehicles galore in the picturesque surroundings of Castle Fraser. Includes fairground rides for children.

An annual open day to come along and spend a day with the Historic Scotland Rangers Service in the Iron Age, meet characters from the past and try your hand at skills from the period.

Partially dramatised explanation of how and why Cromwell's army came to lay siege to Edinburgh Castle, and how it was successful.

A one hour tour of this iconic modernist apartment block on Brighton's seafront. See behind the creamy, concrete facade and hear about the luxurious lifestyle of the original occupants and its resoration. Includes roof terrace view. A family friendly event (i.e. suitable for all ages).

A whole host of tractors, stationary and steam engines, vintage cars, lorries and other vehicles, plus trade stands and auto jumble.

Fiona Bruce and the BBC's team of experts descend on Scone Palace for this valuation day. Take along your heirlooms and car boot discoveries to see if you have a dusty treasure on your hands.

A panel event as part of University of Edinburgh's 'Women in Warfare' conference, featuring novelist Sue Reid Sexton, lecturer and critic Faith Pullin and historian Yvonne McEwen and chaired by historian Jenni Calder.

A guided tour, discussion and drawing event intended to spark debate about the social issues and ethics surrounding the medical improvements that can be made to the human body (think: super powers). A family friendly event.

Jacobite clansmen from The Alba Adventure Company show off their fighting skills in traditional costumes.

Make your own dinosaur mask and look around the huge prehistoric specimens.

Learn more about a specific component of Glasgow Museums' vast collection from an expert on the subject. Booking is essential.

These amazing tours of Brighton's Railway Station only happen once a year as part of Brighton Fringe. A chance to learn about the hidden places, local history and wonderful engineering of Brighton's Grade II* terminus. Best to book, because of limited spaces. Tours given with Southern's permission. PG – Children (16 and…

Make your own royal headgear from craft materials and explore the symbols of Scotland's royal heritage.

Montpelier and Clifton Hill is a quiet central Brighton neighbourhood with outstanding buildings and a fascinating history. Largely a Victorian suburb, there are elements of an earlier landscape discernible in 2013, field shapes, place names and landforms, even the soil. This gentle stroll through the neighbourhood looks…

Especially for children and families – a non stop programme of activities and hands on history. From the Pirate Trail to the Highwayman assault course and storytelling, sword and cutlass drill and craft activities from the Georgian and Regency period.

The mighty castle of Conisbrough becomes the stage for the pageant of the Knights. See Escafeld re-enactors gather for courtly pursuits of archery and dancing, presentations of arming a knight and the tournament of Knights. Main combat at 3pm.

Visit another world! Explore history, nature and art: spectacular memorials in dramatic landscaped parkland, with a cast of remarkable characters from Brighton’s past. A gentle stroll through the wonderful valley which forms the Woodvale and Extra-Mural Cemeteries, visiting The Church of the Holy Cross and the catacombs.

Our daring knights return to the magnificent setting of Linlithgow Palace Peel to stage an unforgettable display of horsemanship and skill. Hear the thunder of hooves and the crack of lances splintering as our knights battle it out in the arena. Enjoy a full programme of supporting activities with shows and presentations…

Learn about the origins of tea and its significance in the 18th century and taste some special varieties.

Despite the fact that good ol' Edinburgh Castle was considered impregnable in the 1300s, that wily Sir Thomas Randolph managed to take control – and he didn't even have any fancy machinery. Meet the sly fox himself and find out more.

Dover castle's popular WWII weekend is back with a bang, so come along and witness an explosive WWII battle. Soak up the atmosphere as the castle returns to 1940's. Walk through military encampments and get up close to a full size replica spitfire.

A weekend of cultural activities, focussing on the 1960s and including talks and lectures, music, films and more.