Before 5pm, Days out, History

Experience the sights, smells and sounds of a different era each week during August at Dartmouth Castle. We explore the Victorian era this week and re-create an authentic camp where you can get up-close to discover about life during the Victorian Reign.

Discover some of the archaeological treasures which have been unearthed in Holyrood Park over the years. Join a Historic Scotland Ranger to visit some of the find spots of these artefacts and chat to some of the Historic Scotland Collections team.

Calling all budding Einsteins, this ingenious event will get your brains buzzing! From the totally practical to the downright wacky, take a trip through history's most exciting inventions or see if you can make an important discovery like Darwin himself.

A chance to see how maps have changed from the 19th century up until nowadays. Please book in advance.

A series of events, talks and performances looking at the life of the River Don in Aberdeen.

Learn how the viaduct changed the lives of the people of Greenock with this walk and talk.

Tours of this French Renaissance building with reference to its architecture.

Celebrating Edinburgh's Traditional Buildings - Edinburgh's Traditional Building Forum provides a series of talks on the challenge of providing appropriate skills and materials for the upkeep of Edinburgh's World Heritage Site. For more detailed information on specific events please see timetable on www.ewht.org.uk.

Are you ready for an adventure? Take a journey through time as you go exploring the ruins of Goodrich Castle. Discover what life was like there during times of war and peace, with interactive games and activities.

Are you ready for an adventure? Muster your Courage as the Time Travellers Go exploring! Discover the grounds of Witley Court as you try your hand at different activities and games that will keep you on your toes! Where will your adventure take you?

Over 500 costumed specialists from all over Europe combine to recreate over 2000 years of history at the country's largest re-enactment festival. Also featuring jesters and medieval markets.

Come and see medieval knights fighting for their honour in the castle grounds with awesome combat displays! Plus, for the kids there is a chance to take part in a special knights drill.

Formed for the first Edinburgh Festival in 1947, the Festival guides are local people, with a love of their Old Town, who wish to share their enthusiasm with you. We take small, friendly groups of visitors on a gentle stroll down the Royal Mile, exploring dark little alleys, treading hidden corners and secret…

An illustrated talk by George Dalgleish, Keeper of Scottish History & Archaeology, on the work and lives of some of Scotland's historic goldsmiths from the 16th century to the present.

The stunning ruins of Chesters play host to Gladiatorial combat. Come along and cheer your champion as Gladiators take on their opponents in this ancient sport. See the fighters in hand to hand combat and judge the outcome, will you be merciful?

The archivists at GWL present their immaculately organised history time capsules and living archives.

Come along to this family fun day to create your own creature crafts, test your nature knowledge, follow the clues of the Castle Garden Trail and meet some creepy crawlies in our handling sessions.

A magnificent medieval joust where fighting knights do battle in a live action show. Revel in the drama of clashing knights on horseback and cheer on your favourite. Be entertained by the court jester for plenty of laughs too. Let the battle commence!

A magnificent medieval joust where fighting knights do battle in a live action show. Revel in the drama of clashing knights on horseback and cheer on your favourite. Be entertained by the court jester for plenty of laughs too. Let the battle commence!

A magnificent medieval joust where fighting knights do battle in a live action show. Revel in the drama of clashing knights on horseback and cheer on your favourite. Be entertained by the court jester for plenty of laughs too. Let the battle commence!

A magnificent medieval joust where fighting knights do battle in a live action show. Revel in the drama of clashing knights on horseback and cheer on your favourite. Be entertained by the court jester for plenty of laughs too. Let the battle commence!

A magnificent medieval joust where fighting knights do battle in a live action show. Revel in the drama of clashing knights on horseback and cheer on your favourite. Be entertained by the court jester for plenty of laughs too. Let the battle commence!

A magnificent medieval joust where fighting knights do battle in a live action show. Revel in the drama of clashing knights on horseback and cheer on your favourite. Be entertained by the court jester for plenty of laughs too. Let the battle commence!

A magnificent medieval joust where fighting knights do battle in a live action show. Revel in the drama of clashing knights on horseback and cheer on your favourite. Be entertained by the court jester for plenty of laughs too. Let the battle commence!