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Burns an' a' That! Festival
A whole festival dedicated to Scotland’s internationally acclaimed poet Robert Burns. To celebrate the 2013 Year of Natural Scotland, the festival heads outdoors to Belleisle Park for a programme of live music, and visual and performing arts.
Belleisle Park, Ayr
Fri 24 May
Prices vary / 01292 616143
- 12:00 – 17:30
Fri 31 May
Prices vary / 01292 616143
- 12:00 – 17:30
Fri 7 Jun
Prices vary / 01292 616143
- 12:00 – 17:30
Lost Dundee
You may think you know all the nooks and crannies of Dundee, but Scotia Heritage puts a new spin on the forgotten closes and streets of what was once Scotland's second city, uncovering visual markers of its thriving medieval and Renaissance past. Meet outside the DCA in weather-appropriate clothing.
Dundee Contemporary Arts
Sun 9 Jun
£10 (£8) / 01334 654833
Sun 7 Jul
£10 (£8) / 01334 654833
Sun 4 Aug
£10 (£8) / 01334 654833
Sun 1 Sep
£10 (£8) / 01334 654833
Swords of the Righteous
Partially dramatised explanation of how and why Cromwell's army came to lay siege to Edinburgh Castle, and how it was successful.
Edinburgh Castle
Mon 20 May
Included in admission / 0131 225 9846
- 11:15
- 12:15
- 14:00
- 15:00
Mon 27 May
Included in admission / 0131 225 9846
- 11:15
- 12:15
- 14:00
- 15:00
Mon 17 Jun
Included in admission / 0131 225 9846
- 11:15
- 12:15
- 14:00
- 15:00
Wed 26 Jun
Included in admission / 0131 225 9846
- 11:15
- 12:15
- 14:00
- 15:00
Antiques Roadshow Valuation Day
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.
Scone Palace, Perth
Tue 9 Jul
Free / 01738 552300
- 09:30 – 16:30
City of Glasgow International Highland Cattle Show
The largest gathering of cattle in Scotland. Watch the judges select the prize-winners and enjoy lots of other entertainment besides.
Pollok Country Park, Glasgow
Sat 14 Sep
Free / 0141 276 0924
- 10:00 – 16:00
The Scottish Vintage Tractor and Engine Club Farming Yesteryear and Vintage Rally
A whole host of tractors, stationary and steam engines, vintage cars, lorries and other vehicles, plus trade stands and auto jumble.
Scone Palace, Perth
Sun 8 Sep
Prices to be confirmed / 01738 552300
- 09:00 – 17:00
Day Out With Thomas
Engines with friendly faces and children's entertainment for Thomas the Tank Engine fans. Booking is essential.
Bo'ness & Kinneil Railway
Sat 3 Aug
£10.50 / 01506 825855
(hourly departures 10.30 until 15.30)
- 10:00 – 17:00
Sun 4 Aug
£10.50 / 01506 825855
(hourly departures 10.30 until 15.30)
- 10:00 – 17:00
Sat 21 Sep
£10.50 / 01506 825855
(hourly departures 10.30 until 15.30)
- 10:00 – 17:00
Sun 22 Sep
£10.50 / 01506 825855
(hourly departures 10.30 until 15.30)
- 10:00 – 17:00
Glasgow Style City Walking Tour
A walking tour led by guides from the Glasgow School of Art taking you through the history of this most stylish city of art, architecture and design.
Glasgow School of Art
Mon 20 May
£19.50 (Students and seniors £16; under 18s £9.75; under 5s free) / 0141 353 4584
Thu 23 May
£19.50 (Students and seniors £16; under 18s £9.75; under 5s free) / 0141 353 4584
Fri 24 May
£19.50 (Students and seniors £16; under 18s £9.75; under 5s free) / 0141 353 4584
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
Specialist Tours at Glasgow Museums
Learn more about a specific component of Glasgow Museums' vast collection from an expert on the subject. Booking is essential.
Glasgow Museums Resource Centre
Tue 21 May
Free / 0141 276 9300
Today: 'Optical Toys: From Magic Tricks to the Silver Screen' – A look at a variety of opitcal technology, from peepshows and stereoscopes to magic lanterns and cinematographs.
- 14:30 – 15:30
Tue 28 May
Free / 0141 276 9300
Today: Highlights of the Arms and Armour Collection.
- 14:30 – 15:30
Tue 4 Jun
Free / 0141 276 9300
Today: Hidden Treasures of the British Painting Collection – Get up close and personal with portraits, still lifes and landscapes by artists like Samuel John Peploe and Joan Eardley.
- 14:30 – 15:30
Women’s Heritage Walks
The Glasgow Women's Library leads these walks in various areas around the city, which unearth local histories that aren't commemorated on plaques and celebrate historical figures who aren't immortalized in statutes. Tickets must be purchased in advance as guides aren't able to handle money; contact the library for…
Merchant City, Glasgow
Sun 30 Jun
£7.50 / 0141 248 9969
Women of the Merchant City – Discover the women behind the scandal, vice, radicalism, regeneration and revival of this famous quarter of the city.
- 14:00 – 16:00
Venue TBC, Glasgow
Sun 2 Jun
£7.50 / 0141 248 9969
West End walk: Learn all about pipe-smoking forewomen, revolting schoolmistresses, and the unique car made by and for women. Exact starting point will be communicated one week prior. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. Part of West End Festival.
- 14:00 – 16:00
Sun 16 Jun
£7.50 / 0141 248 9969
Hidden Gems of Garnethill walk – Take in the area's grand tenements, painted gables, miniature park, synagogue and other architecture. Contact for exact meeting location. Part of West End Festival.
- 14:00 – 16:00
Armed Forces Day
A salute to our Armed Forces and Veterans with musical and military celebrations.
Aylesbury Waterside Theatre
Sat 29 Jun
£3.50–£7.50 / 0844 871 7607
Medieval Castle Clash
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.
English Heritage: Conisbrough Castle, Doncaster
Sat 29 Jun
£5.50 (£5; Children £3.30; Family £14.50) / 0870 333 1181
- 12:00 – 17:00
Sun 30 Jun
£5.50 (£5; Children £3.30; Family £14.50) / 0870 333 1181
- 12:00 – 17:00
Summer Market Fun Day
Craft, confectionery, healthy and well being information stalls sit alongside fun activities for kids, including face painting and glitter tattoos, at these monthly summery days of fun.
Lagoon Leisure Centre, Paisley
Sat 22 Jun
Free / 07803 346489
- 11:30 – 15:00
Sat 20 Jul
Free / 07803 346489
- 11:30 – 15:00
Sat 17 Aug
Free / 07803 346489
- 11:30 – 15:00
Trainspotting Tour
The story behind Leith's own famous fictional version of the 1980s drug scene, and a chance to see where Mark Renton, Begbie, Sickboy and the gang used to hang.
Port O'Leith, Edinburgh
Sat 8 Jun
£5 (£4; Children free)
Part of Leith Festival.
- 19:00 – 20:00
Thu 13 Jun
£5 (£4; Children free)
Part of Leith Festival.
- 19:00 – 20:00
Fri 14 Jun
£5 (£4; Children free)
Part of Leith Festival.
- 19:00 – 20:00
Sat 15 Jun
£5 (£4; Children free)
Part of Leith Festival.
- 19:00 – 20:00
Aden Pipe Band Competition
Over 15 pipe bands and 4,000 spectators are expected at this pipe band and highland dancing competition.
Aden Country Park, Mintlaw
Sun 18 Aug
£4 / 01771 624485
- 12:30 – 17:00
Afternoon Tea on the 14.05 Steam Train
Enjoy traditional afternoon tea on the 14.05 steam train from Bo’ness to Manuel. Tuck into sandwiches, cake and scones, washed down with tea or coffee.
Bo'ness & Kinneil Railway
Sat 25 May
£14–£18 includes steam train ticket / 01506 825855
- 14:00 – 16:00
Sun 26 May
£14–£18 includes steam train ticket / 01506 825855
- 14:00 – 16:00
Mon 27 May
£14–£18 includes steam train ticket / 01506 825855
- 14:00 – 16:00
Andrew Kerr: Explore Stockbridge
The historian delves into the archive to share photographs, maps and memories of the area, and then leads a walking tour of Stockbridge the following Saturday.
Stockbridge Library, Edinburgh
Wed 22 May
Free / 0131 529 5665
Today, a look back at the archive.
- 19:00 – 20:00
Sat 25 May
Free / 0131 529 5665
Today, Kerr leads a walking tour. Meet at the corner of Saunders St and Bridge.
- 11:00 – 12:00
Art Tour of Drumlanrig
A tour of the castle and its art collection, followed by cheese and wine. Booking is essential.
Drumlanrig Castle and Country Estate, Dumfries
Sat 25 May
£20 / 01848 331555
Part of Spring Fling Fringe.
- 18:00 – 20:00
Audley End Through The Ages!
Monks, Monarchs and Munitions! Discover the incredible history of Audley End House and Gardens when we bring history to life with camp life, music and dance, plus fun family activities!
English Heritage: Audley End House And Gardens, Saffron Walden
Sun 26 May
£15 (£13.50; Children £9; Family £39.20; Member £1.60; Member Concession £1.40; Member Children £1.20; Member Family £4.40) / 0870 333 1181
- 11:00 – 17:00
Mon 27 May
£15 (£13.50; Children £9; Family £39.20; Member £1.60; Member Concession £1.40; Member Children £1.20; Member Family £4.40) / 0870 333 1181
- 11:00 – 17:00
Awesome Archaeology!
Let the kids get stuck into history with the chance to uncover clues and handle artefacts. Take part in a sand pit dig to unveil secrets from the past. Plus plenty of hands on activities.
English Heritage: Wrest Park Gardens, Bedford
Tue 28 May
£8.80 (£7.90; Children £5.30; Family £22.90) / 0870 333 1181
- 11:00 – 16:00
Wed 29 May
£8.80 (£7.90; Children £5.30; Family £22.90) / 0870 333 1181
- 11:00 – 16:00
Thu 30 May
£8.80 (£7.90; Children £5.30; Family £22.90) / 0870 333 1181
- 11:00 – 16:00
Fri 31 May
£8.80 (£7.90; Children £5.30; Family £22.90) / 0870 333 1181
- 11:00 – 16:00
The Battle of Stirling Bridge
Learn the story of William Wallace and his compatriots as costumed actors bring the Battle of Stirling Bridge to life.
The National Wallace Monument, Stirling
Sat 7 Sep
Free / 01786 472140
- 18:45
Battle Tactics for Kids
Learn the skills of a Norman or Saxon soldier. Paint your own shield and have a go in the Kids Battle of Hastings!
English Heritage: 1066 Battle Of Hastings, Abbey And Battlefield
Thu 1 Aug
£7.80 (£7; Children £4.70; Family £20.30) / 0870 333 1181
- 10:00 – 17:00
Fri 2 Aug
£7.80 (£7; Children £4.70; Family £20.30) / 0870 333 1181
- 10:00 – 17:00
Sat 3 Aug
£7.80 (£7; Children £4.70; Family £20.30) / 0870 333 1181
- 10:00 – 17:00
Battle Tactics for Kids
Could you be a brave Norman knight or bold Saxon warrior? Prepare for action by painting your own shield, then take part in a Kids Battle of Hastings!
English Heritage: Old Sarum Castle, Salisbury
Sat 17 Aug
£3.90 (£3.50; Children £2.30) / 0870 333 1181
- 11:00 – 17:00
Sun 18 Aug
£3.90 (£3.50; Children £2.30) / 0870 333 1181
- 11:00 – 17:00
Behind the Scenes Tour
Take a look behind the scenes on this guided tour around the house's Swimming Pool, Burges Chapel, Billiard Room and the gardens. Afterwards, afternoon tea awaits in the Private Family Drawing Room. Booking is essential.
Mount Stuart Visitor Centre, Isle of Bute
Sun 4 Aug
£50 / 01700 503877
- 13:00
Wed 7 Aug
£50 / 01700 503877
- 13:00
Sun 11 Aug
£50 / 01700 503877
- 13:00
