After 12pm, Days out, History

While the Suffragettes have a huge place in history, there are also other women who made waves in the social and political realms. This event commemorates the radical work and lives of Elizabeth Pease Nichol, Priscilla Bright McLaren, Eliza Wigham and Jane Smeal – four Edinburgh Quaker women who fought against slavery in…

Explore the area around the Ring of Brodgar with a daily guided walk and learn about its special historical significance. Meet at the car park.

A series of discussions examining various aspects of cinema.

Brighton's North Laine location away from the fashionable seafront, but adjacent to the commercial centre ensured it was a provider of manufactures and services to the Old Town. These patterns of trade and industry can still be discerned in the area with the former workers housing. We stroll this fascinating area, once…

Enjoy the exclusive company of King James IV and his Court as they celebrate a day of royal revelry. Relive the spectacle of knights clashing in combat, see the ladies parade the fashions of the day and try your hand at archery.

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.

Rebecca Goldstein ponders the conflict between literature and moral philosophy and whether or not literature is more adept at engendering moral advances than dear old Plato might have imagined.

David Mullane, Hyndland Residents Association Chairman gives an illustrated talk on the elegant Edwardian architecture of Hyndland and the havoc left by the Clydebank blitz in 1941.

Dr Michael Ward's maps of Everest speak to the modern history of exploration of the mighty tall mountain. Curator Paula Williams takes a look at them on the 60th anniversary of the Everest conquest of Hillary and Norgay.

Have you ever fancied a sleepover in a historic building? Bring your family for a unique night time event. Start the night with a tour of the castle, followed by a warming evening meal and spooky stories in the Gatehouse.

Brighton's most legendary walking tour introduces you to an intriguing labyrinth of hidden byways, some unfamiliar even to local residents. It's an unmissable trail of discovery throughout! Suitable for ages 18+.

A 70 minute walk around Brighton's most haunted quarter with either Silas, Ebenezer or Jasper, dressed in full Victorian attire. Discover the spectre of the old police cells, the wandering nun of Meeting House Lane, the hideous spectre of Old Steine, the amorous apparition and more… Suitable fo all age-ranges. A family…

Think school is bad these days? You kids don't know you're born. Take this interactive tour of SSSM and experience just how bad kids in the olden days had it. Suitable for all ages.

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

Meet an American prisoner who's holed up in the depths of the castle's vaults and learn about the American War of Independence and what life was like once you'd been captured.

Celebrate the seventh day of the seventh month by tying wishes to bamboo trees as part of this traditional Japanese celebration.

Brighton's colourful history brought to life on this acclaimed 90 minute guided walk. Find secret tunnels, 'twittens', and a long forgotten lost black cat on this unique tour. A family friendly event (i.e. suitable for all ages).

In the 500th anniversary year of the Battle of Flodden which saw the devastating loss of James IV, visit Stirling Castle to hear reflections on what went wrong for the Scots on that fateful day. Join us on this special anniversary weekend as we commemorate the battle and mark the crowning of James V.

Explore the natural history collections and learn about the animals contained in them. Suitable for under 5s.

This strenuous graded walk, led by Historic Scotland Rangers Service, will explore the geology, natural history, archaeology and cultural history of Holyrood Park. Find out about the people who lived in the park and learn more about the rare wildlife that makes the park so special.

Learn all about the folk who lived and worked around Arthur's Seat on this gentle walk around Hunter's Bog and St. Margaret's Loch

The Historic Scotland Rangers Service will lead this easy graded walk to explore the geology, natural history, archaeology and cultural history of Holyrood Park. This gentle guided walk around Hunter’s Bog and St. Margaret’s Loch will look at Arthur’s Seat’s turbulent past, created by fire and ice!