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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 31 May
Prices vary / 01292 616143
- 12:00 – 17:30
Fri 7 Jun
Prices vary / 01292 616143
- 12:00 – 17:30
Fri 14 Jun
Prices vary / 01292 616143
- 12:00 – 17:30
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
ScotFest
A one-day celebration of homeland food and drink, craft, design and live music. You can nibble your way around the food fair, with samples of regional produce from Galloway Fudge to Arbroath Smokies. The craft fair sells a range of products from handmade cards to woodcarvings, while there's live music throughout the day.
Cochrane Park, Alva
Sat 13 Sep
Prices to be confirmed / 01259 215111
- 10:30 – 16:30
Galloway Antiques Fair
Browse this selection of antique furniture, jewellery, sculptures and rugs from the early Georgian period to the 1930s.
Scone Palace, Perth
Fri 8 Nov
£5 (Children free) / 01423 522122
- 10:30 – 17:00
Sat 9 Nov
£5 (Children free) / 01423 522122
- 10:30 – 17:00
Sun 10 Nov
£5 (Children free) / 01423 522122
- 10:30 – 17:00
Red Road: Past, Present, Future
Glasgow's iconic Red Road flats are being demolished to make room for a new skyline. However, the high-rise flats feature in the city's story in more ways than one. The exhibition looks at 50 years of the Red Road flats and the development's impact on its residents through their own artwork and commentary, as a way to…
People's Palace & Winter Gardens, Glasgow
Sat 25 May
Free / 0141 276 0788
- 10:00 – 17:00
Sun 26 May
Free / 0141 276 0788
- 11:00 – 17:00
Tue 28 May
Free / 0141 276 0788
- 10:00 – 17:00
Knights Challenge for Kids
Have you got what it takes to be a Norman or Saxon knight? Come and grab your sword and shield and we'll put you through this fun challenge to test the skills you will need to complete your quest before you're knighted.
English Heritage: 1066 Battle Of Hastings, Abbey And Battlefield
Mon 27 May
£7.80 (£7; Children £4.70; Family £20.30) / 0870 333 1181
- 10:00 – 17:00
Tue 28 May
£7.80 (£7; Children £4.70; Family £20.30) / 0870 333 1181
- 10:00 – 17:00
Wed 29 May
£7.80 (£7; Children £4.70; Family £20.30) / 0870 333 1181
- 10:00 – 17:00
Ring of Brodgar Guided Walk
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.
Ring of Brodgar Stone Circle and Henge, Stromness
Thu 30 May
Free / 01856 841732
- 13:00
Robin Hood
Meet Robin Hood and his band of merry men at Old Wardour this Bank Holiday weekend. See if you have what it takes to join the famous outlaws! Try your hand at archery, listen to tales of Sherwood Forest and watch Robin display his mighty long- bow skills.
English Heritage: Old Wardour Castle, Salisbury
Sat 25 May
£5.10 (£4.60; Children £3.10) / 0870 333 1181
- 11:00 – 17:00
Sun 26 May
£5.10 (£4.60; Children £3.10) / 0870 333 1181
- 11:00 – 17:00
Mon 27 May
£5.10 (£4.60; Children £3.10) / 0870 333 1181
- 11:00 – 17:00
Simon Chadwick
Virtuoso plucker Simon Chadwick presents a selection of ancient Gaelic laments in the picturesque ruins of St Andrew's Cathedral. Booking is essential.
St Andrews Cathedral
Thu 4 Jul
Free / 01334 472563
The story of the wedding of Margaret of Scotland, told through songs and music of the time.
- 12:45
Thu 1 Aug
Free / 01334 472563
Pibroch music for the harp, with stories and anecdotes about the tunes.
- 12:45
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 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
Tue 11 Jun
Free / 0141 276 9300
Today: Free Wheeling – a look at the specialist car collection.
- 14:30 – 15:30
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 11 Aug
£4 / 01771 624485
- 12:30 – 17:00
Brodsworth at War - The Home Front
Immerse yourself in the 40s this weekend with a long weekend of living history, performance and nostalgia. Various Home Guard soldiers train on the lawns of Brodsworth and the costumed actors of the household do their bit.
English Heritage: Brodsworth Hall And Gardens, Doncaster
Sat 25 May
£10.50 (£9.50; Children £6) / 0870 333 1181
- 11:00 – 17:00
Sun 26 May
£10.50 (£9.50; Children £6) / 0870 333 1181
- 11:00 – 17:00
Mon 27 May
£10.50 (£9.50; Children £6) / 0870 333 1181
- 11:00 – 17:00
Captain John A MacLellan Memorial Recital Dinner
A recital and dinner featuring four of the world's top pipers – Faye Henderson, Gordon Walker, Stuart Liddell and Iain Speirs – playing the compositions of Captain John A MacLellan, MBE.
The Royal Scots Club, Edinburgh
Sat 8 Jun
£37.50 / 07528 377704
- 18:00 – 22:30
Dartmouth Castle Through the Ages: Victorian
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.
English Heritage: Dartmouth Castle
Mon 19 Aug
£6 (£5.40; Children £3.60; Family £15.60) / 0870 333 1181
- 11:00 – 17:00
Tue 20 Aug
£6 (£5.40; Children £3.60; Family £15.60) / 0870 333 1181
- 11:00 – 17:00
Falls of Clyde Victorian Grand Tour
Guided time travelling trip to the Falls of Clyde.
Falls Of Clyde Nature Reserve, New Lanark
Sun 26 May
£10 / 01555 665262
- 11:00 – 13:00
Sun 2 Jun
£10 / 01555 665262
- 11:00 – 13:00
Sun 9 Jun
£10 / 01555 665262
- 11:00 – 13:00
Gilt and Silk: Early Seventeenth Century Costume
The Burrell's collection of 17th century garb is given the spotlight, including a rare embroidered skirt panel that Anne of Denmark might have once donned.
Burrell Collection, Glasgow
Sat 25 May
Free / 0141 287 2550
- 10:00 – 17:00
Sun 26 May
Free / 0141 287 2550
- 11:00 – 17:00
Mon 27 May
Free / 0141 287 2550
- 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
Sat 25 May
£19.50 (Students and seniors £16; under 18s £9.75; under 5s free) / 0141 353 4584
Sun 26 May
£19.50 (Students and seniors £16; under 18s £9.75; under 5s free) / 0141 353 4584
Mon 27 May
£19.50 (Students and seniors £16; under 18s £9.75; under 5s free) / 0141 353 4584
Grand Medieval Joust
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!
English Heritage: Old Sarum Castle, Salisbury
Sat 24 Aug
£7.20 (£6.50; Children £4.30; Member £3.30; Member Concession £3; Member Children £2) / 0870 333 1181
- 11:00 – 17:00
Sun 25 Aug
£7.20 (£6.50; Children £4.30; Member £3.30; Member Concession £3; Member Children £2) / 0870 333 1181
- 11:00 – 17:00
Mon 26 Aug
£7.20 (£6.50; Children £4.30; Member £3.30; Member Concession £3; Member Children £2) / 0870 333 1181
- 11:00 – 17:00
Knights and Princess School
Give that toy sword a whirl or put on your prettiest dress and head back in time for activities on a medieval theme. Transform yourself into a noble lord in squire training, and even try on armour in our academy for budding knights and princesses.
English Heritage: Bolsover Castle
Tue 28 May
£8.50 (£7.70; Children £5.10; Family £22.10) / 0870 333 1181
- 11:00 – 16:00
Wed 29 May
£8.50 (£7.70; Children £5.10; Family £22.10) / 0870 333 1181
- 11:00 – 16:00
Thu 30 May
£8.50 (£7.70; Children £5.10; Family £22.10) / 0870 333 1181
- 11:00 – 16:00
Fri 31 May
£8.50 (£7.70; Children £5.10; Family £22.10) / 0870 333 1181
- 11:00 – 16:00
Living History: Clansmen Displays
Alba Adventure bring you a fun filled and educational day where you can learn about traditions of the Jacobite era, including swordplay and wearing the belted plaid.
Glencoe & Dalness
Sun 2 Jun
Free / 0844 493 2222
Presentations at noon, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm.
- 12:00 – 15:30
Sun 21 Jul
Free / 0844 493 2222
Presentations at noon, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm.
- 12:00 – 15:30
Sun 4 Aug
Free / 0844 493 2222
Presentations at noon, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm.
- 12:00 – 15:30
Sun 1 Sep
Free / 0844 493 2222
Presentations at noon, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm.
- 12:00 – 15:30
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
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 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
Fri 21 Jun
Included in admission / 0131 225 9846
- 11:15
- 12:15
- 14:00
- 15:00
WWII: Soldiers and Spies
Visit Audley End House aka Station 43 this weekend and be transported back to the time of WWII. Join our troops as they train for battle, learn more about Audley End's secret wartime history and witness an explosive display!
English Heritage: Audley End House And Gardens, Saffron Walden
Sun 25 Aug
£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 – 16:00
Mon 26 Aug
£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 – 16:00
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
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
