Days out, History

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The House of Annie Lennox

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

Scottish National Portrait Gallery, Edinburgh

Mon 20 May

Free / 0131 624 6200

  • 10:00 – 17:00

Tue 21 May

Free / 0131 624 6200

  • 10:00 – 17:00

Wed 22 May

Free / 0131 624 6200

  • 10:00 – 17:00
…and 39 more dates until 30 Jun

Ian Mitchell: Scotland's Mountains Before the Mountaineers

Author Ian Mitchell talks about the Highlands back in the days when bandits, poachers and illicit distillers camped out in the mountains.

National Library of Scotland, Edinburgh

Tue 21 May

Free / 0131 623 3918

  • 18:00

Jacobite Clans Alive

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

Scone Palace, Perth

Sun 26 May

£6 grounds admission (£5.40; Children £4.20; Family £25) / 01738 552300

  • 11:00
  • 12:00
  • 14:00
  • 15:00

Jurassic June

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

National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh

Sat 8 Jun

Free / 0300 123 6789

  • 12:00 – 16:00

Sun 9 Jun

Free / 0300 123 6789

  • 12:00 – 16:00

Sat 22 Jun

Free / 0300 123 6789

  • 12:00 – 16:00

Highlights Tours at Glasgow Museums

Get a closer look at some of the best specimens Glasgow Museums has in its collections. Booking is essential.

Glasgow Museums Resource Centre

Thu 30 May

Free / 0141 276 9300

Today: Highlights of the Transport and Technology Collection – Go on a journey through the history of transportation in Glasgow.

  • 14:30 – 15:30

Thu 20 Jun

0141 276 9300

Today: Highlights of the Human History Collection.

  • 14:30 – 15:30
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Hilarious History

Join Inner State Theatre as we take a humorous look at the hysterical side of History. This weekend it's the 'Viking Invaders'. A comic retelling of the entire history of the Viking nation with Eric and Hilda to guide you. Fun for all the family.

English Heritage: Scarborough Castle

Sat 20 Jul

£5 (£4.50; Children £3; Family £13) / 0870 333 1181

  • 11:30 – 16:30

Sun 21 Jul

£5 (£4.50; Children £3; Family £13) / 0870 333 1181

  • 11:30 – 16:30

Hilarious History

Join a cast of mischievous and marvellous entertainers as we take a humorous look at the hysterical side of history. This weekend it's the Spanish Armada. Fun for all the family.

English Heritage: Scarborough Castle

Sat 27 Jul

£5 (£4.50; Children £3; Family £13) / 0870 333 1181

  • 11:30 – 16:30

Sun 28 Jul

£5 (£4.50; Children £3; Family £13) / 0870 333 1181

  • 11:30 – 16:30

Hilarious History

Join a cast of mischievous and marvellous entertainers as we take a humorous look at the hysterical side of history. This Weekend Inner State Theatre perform 'Cooking Up A Storm', featuring local hero Captain James Cook.Fun for all the family.

English Heritage: Scarborough Castle

Sat 3 Aug

£5 (£4.50; Children £3; Family £13) / 0870 333 1181

  • 11:30 – 16:30

Sun 4 Aug

£5 (£4.50; Children £3; Family £13) / 0870 333 1181

  • 11:30 – 16:30

Hilarious History

Join a cast of mischievous and marvellous entertainers as we take a humorous look at the hysterical side of history. This weekend inner State Theatre tackle The Battle of Trafalgar. Fun for all the family.

English Heritage: Scarborough Castle

Sat 10 Aug

£5 (£4.50; Children £3; Family £13) / 0870 333 1181

  • 11:30 – 16:30

Sun 11 Aug

£5 (£4.50; Children £3; Family £13) / 0870 333 1181

  • 11:30 – 16:30

Hilarious History

Join a cast of mischievous and marvellous entertainers as we take a humorous look at the hysterical side of history. This weekend Inner State Theatre perform 'King Arthur and The Dragon!' Fun for all the family.

English Heritage: Scarborough Castle

Sat 17 Aug

£5 (£4.50; Children £3; Family £13) / 0870 333 1181

  • 11:30 – 16:30

Sun 18 Aug

£5 (£4.50; Children £3; Family £13) / 0870 333 1181

  • 11:30 – 16:30
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Hilarious History Festival

Join a cast of mischievous and marvellous entertainers as we take a humorous look at the hysterical side of history. See the 'Viking Invaders' and 'Don't Mess with Bess', plus watch out for the Victorian pick pockets too! Fun for all the family.

English Heritage: Scarborough Castle

Sat 24 Aug

£5 (£4.50; Children £3; Family £13) / 0870 333 1181

  • 11:30 – 17:00

Sun 25 Aug

£5 (£4.50; Children £3; Family £13) / 0870 333 1181

  • 11:30 – 17:00

Mon 26 Aug

£5 (£4.50; Children £3; Family £13) / 0870 333 1181

  • 11:30 – 17:00

Historic Holyrood Celtic Crag

This three hour guided walk with the Historic Scotland Rangers Service include exploration and activities! Discover what life was like for Holyrood's Celtic communities with a focus on the Iron Age and early historic periods.

Holyrood Park, Edinburgh

Sun 8 Sep

Free / 0131 652 8150

  • 09:00

Historic Holyrood Surviving Eidyn

This three hour guided walk with the Historic Scotland Rangers Service include exploration and activities! Discover what life was like for Holyrood’s first settlers from the arrival of hunter gathers through to farming.

Holyrood Park, Edinburgh

Sun 1 Sep

Free / 0131 652 8150

  • 09:00

Historic Plockton Village Tour

A guided walk around the picturesque seaside village of Plockton, in which you can learn about its history as a planned village and its sailing tradition. Booking is essential.

Balmacara Estate, Kyle

Wed 5 Jun

Free / 0844 4932233

  • 10:00 – 13:00

Wed 19 Jun

Free / 0844 4932233

  • 10:00 – 13:00

Wed 3 Jul

Free / 0844 4932233

  • 10:00 – 13:00
…and 4 more dates until 28 Aug

History Live!

Prepare to immerse yourself in the story of England at History Live! - an action-packed blockbuster and Europe's biggest historical event. Over 2,000 re-enactors and performers bring two millennia of history to life through stunning combat displays, thrilling battle re-enactments and a host of interactive experiences.

Kelmarsh Hall, Northampton

Sat 20 Jul

Free (Free; Children free; Family free; Member free; Member Concession free; Member Children free; Member Family free) / 0870 333 1181

  • 09:30 – 18:00

Sun 21 Jul

Free (Free; Children free; Family free; Member free; Member Concession free; Member Children free; Member Family free) / 0870 333 1181

  • 09:30 – 18:00
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HMT Tours

Volunteer ushers lead tours of His Majesty's Theatre, exploring the architecture and the spooky history of the venue. Tours last approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.

His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen

Sat 1 Jun

£5 (£3) / 01224 641122

Sat 8 Jun

£5 (£3) / 01224 641122

Sat 22 Jun

£5 (£3) / 01224 641122

…and 2 more dates until 6 Jul

Homecoming Burns Night Parade

A spectacular Burns Night celebration featuring a cast of over 2000, original music and giant puppets on a parade to celebrate Homecoming Scotland 2014 and Burns Night.

Various venues, Dumfries

Sat 25 Jan

Times vary / Free

Horrible Heidie Tours

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.

Scotland Street School Museum, Glasgow

Sat 25 May

Free / 0141 287 0500

  • 11:00 – 12:00
  • 13:00 – 14:00

Sat 8 Jun

Free / 0141 287 0500

  • 11:00 – 12:00
  • 13:00 – 14:00

Hospitalfield House Tours

Learn more about this historic centre on a relaxed guided tour of the grounds and house. These monthly walks end in Hospitalfield's refectory with afternoon tea, included in the ticket price.

Hospitalfield House, Arbroath

Mon 3 Jun

£8 / 01241 872333

  • 14:00 – 16:00

Mon 1 Jul

£8 / 01241 872333

  • 14:00 – 16:00

Mon 5 Aug

£8 / 01241 872333

  • 14:00 – 16:00
…and 16 more dates until 1 Dec 2014

The Imperial Roman Army

Join the armoured ranks of the Ermine Street Guard as the imperial Roman army is put through its training. Youngsters can join in the drill and training with sessions throughout the day, or meet the Roman potter with hands on fun for all junior potters.

English Heritage: Birdoswald Roman Fort, Gilsland, Brampton

Sun 26 May

£6.50 (£5.50; Children £4.50) / 0870 333 1181

  • 11:00 – 17:00

Mon 27 May

£6.50 (£5.50; Children £4.50) / 0870 333 1181

  • 11:00 – 17:00
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Industrial Heritage Conference

Glasgow's Industrial Heritage, Victorian Design and Industry plus much more on offer.

Maryhill Burgh Halls, Glasgow

Sat 15 Jun

Times vary / TBC / 0845 860 1891

Part of West End Festival.

Sun 16 Jun

Times vary / TBC / 0845 860 1891

Part of West End Festival.

Interior Design of Daniel Cottier

David Robertson of Four Acres Charitable Trust talks about one of the leading lights of the 19th century, and the completion of phase 1 of the restoration at Cottiers (once Downahill Church).

Hillhead Library, Glasgow

Thu 13 Jun

Free / 0141 339 7223

Part of West End Festival.

  • 18:30

Introductory German Longsword Session

An introduction to historical fencing and working with the Longsword.

Kirk O'Field Parish Church, Edinburgh

Thu 23 May

£7 per session (introductory lesson free); per month £20 (students £15) / 07976 769630

  • 19:30 – 21:30

Thu 30 May

£7 per session (introductory lesson free); per month £20 (students £15) / 07976 769630

  • 19:30 – 21:30

Thu 6 Jun

£7 per session (introductory lesson free); per month £20 (students £15) / 07976 769630

  • 19:30 – 21:30
…and 8 more dates until 1 Aug

Jewel in the Glen: Gleneagles, Golf and the Ryder Cup

Just as it's about to return home, Ed Hodge explores the history of the Ryder Cup from 1921 to the present day.

National Library of Scotland, Edinburgh

Tue 25 Jun

Free / 0131 623 3918

  • 18:00

Kids WWII Training School

Air raids, rationing, evacuation - how would you have fared during WWII? Find out what life was really like during the 1940s, and learn about Audley End's role during the war as Station 43, then take part in the children's drill and obstacle course.

English Heritage: Audley End House And Gardens, Saffron Walden

Mon 22 Jul

£13.40 (£12.10; Children £8; Family £34.80) / 0870 333 1181

  • 11:00 – 16:00

Tue 23 Jul

£13.40 (£12.10; Children £8; Family £34.80) / 0870 333 1181

  • 11:00 – 16:00

Wed 24 Jul

£13.40 (£12.10; Children £8; Family £34.80) / 0870 333 1181

  • 11:00 – 16:00
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