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Almondell Past and Present
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Learn about the heritage of the Almondell Estate over this walk and talk. Meet at the Visitor Centre.
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18 Nov 1.30pm Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, by Broxburn
Applying Pressure
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Hear the bloody tale of Earl Gilbert and the megalomaniacal manner in which he took the ruling of Crossraguel Abbey into his own hands.
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17 Jun 11am Crossraguel Abbey
Arthur's Amble
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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
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4 Jun–30 Jul Mon 1–2.30pm Holyrood Park Education Centre, Edinburgh
The Artist's Book Day
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As well as discovering more about the fascinating collection of books at Surgeons' Hall, you're encouraged to take inspiration from medical journals and books on anatomy to create some drawings and prints which you'll fashion into a book of your own. Family friendly, suitable for ages 10+. Booking is essential.
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17 Aug 9.45am Surgeons' Hall Museum, Edinburgh
Back to School with Miss Baxter
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If you think school is bad now, try a day at school during WWII! No trainers, iPods or skiving allowed at this actress-led re-enactment. Places are limited so please arrive early. Ages 5+.
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30 Jun 2pm Scotland Street School Museum, Glasgow
Bang on Time
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The one o' clock gun has been fired almost every day since 1861. Now's your chance to learn the history behind the tradition with Professor Charles Piazzi Smyth.
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8 Jun Fri 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh
Beaton and Blackness
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Cardinal Beaton is languishing in his cell for attempting to forge the will of James V and trying to become the next ruler or Scotland. Meet the trickster himself and hear him plan his escape and revenge.
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10 Jun 11am Blackness Castle, Blackness
The Bruce Festival
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Dunfermline, home to the story of Robert the Bruce as well as the legendary king's grave, hosts a weekend of historical activities and re-enactments with a strong family feel. The centrepiece is Bruce Live in the Glen, a medieval village teeming with craftsmen, jesters, soldiers and knights, with storytelling, battle demos and plenty of hands-on activities to get involved with (sticking wounded soldiers back together at the medieval hospital being just one rather gruesome example).
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24 Aug–26 Aug To be confirmed Pittencrieff Park, Dunfermline
A Burning Most Foul
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Protestant martyr George Wishart is awaiting death by burning at the stake and tells of the events that led up to his unfortunate situation.
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7 Jul–8 Jul Sat & Sun 11am–3pm St Andrews Castle, St Andrews
Busy Servants and VIP Guests
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A chance to experience how the other half lived in Edwardian times as you prepare lemonade and biscuits with cook in the kitchen before transforming into Lord or Lady of the manor and touring the upstairs rooms.
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1 Sep 10.30am Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh
Carrick 800 Historical Enactment
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Living history re-enactment of a fateful meeting at the Red Moss Inn as members of the Kennedy clan reignite an old feud and struggle for power.
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3 Jun 2.30pm Culzean Castle & Country Park, Maybole
Courtly Games and Intrigues at the Court of Mary Queen of Scots
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Alewife Agnes Clarke lids the lid on life at Craigmiller Castle.
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11 Jul 11am
5 Aug 11am 		Craigmillar Castle, Edinburgh
The Crooked Stick: Medieval Archery
Date Location
Try your hand at archery Medieval style and see what kinds of weapons the powerful Douglases had at their disposal when faced with invasion by the English.
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17 Jun 11am Threave Castle, Castle Douglas
25 Jul 10am Craignethan Castle, Lanark
The Declaration of Independence
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The Declaration of Arbroath, signed in the Abbey in 1320, is a defining statement of Scottish nationhood, even if scholars are still debating its exact implications. Meet some of the barons and earls who out their name to it, and find out the extent to which they disagreed with each other.
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9 Jun–10 Jun Sat & Sun noon–4pm Arbroath Abbey, Arbroath
Defending Maclellan's Castle
Date Location
Get up close to the pikes, swords and guns that were used by Sir Thomas of Bombie's men to defend Maclellan's castle.
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24 Jun 11am Maclellan's Castle, Kirkcudbright
Enemy at the Gate
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A Jacobite soldier tells of his brave and steadfast defence of Urquhart Castle, and also of why it's now ruined.
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9 Jun–10 Jun Sat & Sun 11am–4pm
30 Jun–1 Jul Sat & Sun 11am–4pm
27 Jul–29 Jul Fri–Sun 11am–4pm 		Urquhart Castle, Nr Drumnadrochit
Falkirk Wheel 10
Date Location
A day of fun to celebrate ten years since the re-opening of the Forth & Clyde and Union canals, and the Falkirk Wheel, which connects the two in dramatic engineering style. There are myriad activities and entertainment both on land and on water, with a flotilla of 60 vessels, including the oldest passenger boat in Scotland, forming the centrepiece of the event. You can also have a go at canoeing, fishing, or even abseiling, take part in a raft race, join a guided walk, watch a theatre…
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7 Jul 10am The Falkirk Wheel, Falkirk
Family Tree Workshop
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Discover if your family has any historical skeletons in its closet with some family tree workshops. Parents encouraged to stay, help and discover for themselves! Booking is essential.
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30 Jun 11.30am National Mining Museum Scotland, Newtongrange
The Fires of Hell
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A theatrical tour of Bonawe Iron Furnace to see how the work used to be divided: Gaelic people cutting timber and making charcoal, alongside English speakers working the furnace.
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16 Jun–17 Jun Sat & Sun 11am, 2pm & 3pm Bonawe Historic Iron Furnace, Taynuilt
For Independence
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The story of Andrew de Moray, friend of William Wallace and unsung hero of the War of Independence.
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23 Jun–24 Jun Sat & Sun 11am–4pm
13 Jul–15 Jul Fri–Sun 11am–4pm
17 Aug–19 Aug Fri–Sun 11am–4pm
27 Dec 11am 		Urquhart Castle, Nr Drumnadrochit
A Fort Fit for a King
Date Location
A redcoat recruit explains life in the 18th-century barracks.
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9 Jul–7 Sep Mon–Fri 10.45am, noon, 1.45pm & 3.15pm Fort George, Nr Nairn
From Waterside to Waterloo
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Hear all about some of the most daring feats of the Battle of Waterloo, including Sergeant Charles Ewart's capture of the Colours and Standard of the 45 Regime of Napoleon's army.
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6 Jun–13 Jun Wed 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
27 Jun–11 Jul Wed 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
25 Jul Wed 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
31 Jul Tue 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
8 Aug–22 Aug Wed 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 		Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh
Games and Crafts in the Garden
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Medieval games, plant lore and painting and art-making in the beautiful gardens of Dirleton Castle.
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5 Aug Noon Dirleton Castle, North Berwick
Gordons For the King
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Could you fight for the King during the Covenanting Wars? Prove your mettle with two Royalist Officers and learn about the role the Gordon family played at this time.
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15 Jul Sun 11am, noon, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm & 4pm Huntly Castle, Huntly
The Great British Story Tour
Date Location
To tie in with the BBC series The Great British Story, which looks at a peoples' history of Great Britain, there are related activities, talks and hands-on workshops throughout the day, with the prospect of a few special guests too!
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9 Jun 10am The Tall Ship at Riverside, Glasgow
Halloween at Traquair: Ghost Tour
Date Location
The history of Traquair is brought to life on this ghost tour, followed by a glass of mulled wine. Suitable for children aged eight years and over but not for those with a nervous disposition. Booking is essential.
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26 Oct–3 Nov Fri & Sat 7pm & 9pm Traquair House, Innerleithen
Hands-On Sunday
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Games, art and interactive fun for families to discover the history of the Museum.
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3 Jun 1pm Scotland Street School Museum, Glasgow
Horse & Dray History Tour
Date Location
Take a horse and dray ride around Glasgow's oldest park and learn more about its heritage. Booking is essential.
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20 Jun 10.30am
26 Jul 10.30am
29 Aug 10.30am 		Glasgow Green, Glasgow
John Shanks Digs Up History
Date Location
The cathedral keeper sheds light on what he's uncovered on his excavations.
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17 Jun 11am Elgin Cathedral, Elgin
Jousting Tournament with the Knights of the Damned
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A breathtaking jousting spectacular from the country's best Medieval jousting team, alongside historical activities, birding displays and the chance to have a go at old-fashioned archery.
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1 Jul 10.15am Brodie Castle, Forres
Jubilee Jaunt and Balmoral Picnic
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A day of family fun, remembering the 50s and celebrating the Queen's Jubilee. There's a nature walk, followed by games and activities in the park. If you have anything interesting from the 50s, please bring it along. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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5 Jun Noon Douglas Community & Library Centre, Dundee
Kilts and Captivity
Date Location
Hear about the rebellions of the 17th and 18th centuries first-hand (well, kinda) from two Jacobite soldiers involved in the uprisings.
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21 Jul–23 Jul Mon, Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
13 Aug–14 Aug Mon & Tue 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
22 Sep–24 Sep Mon, Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 		Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh
Ladies of the Renaissance
Date Location
Learn how the 16th century ladies of the court dressed and the French influence on fashion.
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1 Jun Fri 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
15 Jun–29 Jun Fri 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
6 Jul Fri 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
20 Jul–27 Jul Fri 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
10 Aug Fri 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
24 Aug–31 Aug Mon–Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
13 Oct–14 Oct Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 		Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh
Life in a Cistercian Monastery
Date Location
The life of a Cistercian priest was a tough one: hard graft, a vegetarian diet and the occasional full day of unbroken prayer from 1.30am–8pm! A canon has snuck away from this routine to let you know all about life in the abbey.
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7 Jul–8 Jul Sat & Sun 10.30am–12.30pm & 1.30–3.30pm Melrose Abbey, Melrose
Life in a Cluniac Monastery
Date Location
Crossraguel Abbey adopted the Cluniac order – considered the ultimate expression of monastic life – at the behest of Duncan the Earl of Carrick. Today, meet Abbott Patrick as he explains the ins and outs of the abbey during the 1100s.
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24 Jun 11am Crossraguel Abbey
Living History: Clansmen Displays
Date Location
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.
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3 Jun 9am
22 Jul 9am
5 Aug 9am
2 Sep 9am 		Glencoe & Dalness, Glencoe
The Marriage of Thistle and Rose
Date Location
As confidante to Margaret Tudor, wife of King James IV, Elizabeth Barlow has all the goss about what's going down in the Royal Court. Join her as she spills the beans.
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24 Jun 11am Linlithgow Palace, Linlithgow
Medieval Mayhem
Date Location
A chance for the little ones to have a go at all the things that made life in the middle ages interesting: archery, swordfighting (with foam swords, admittedly) and jousting. There are also games, storytelling and other kinds of medieval fun to be had.
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26 Jul–29 Jul Thu–Sun noon–4pm Caerlaverock Castle, Dumfries
Meet the Castle Gatekeeper
Date Location
As guard to the door of Lord Grant's private chambers, Calum Durward was essentially a 16th century bouncer. Meet the man himself and learn more about his life.
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2 Jun–3 Jun Sat & Sun 11am–4pm
16 Jun–17 Jun Sat & Sun 11am–4pm
6 Jul–8 Jul Fri–Sun 11am–4pm
10 Aug–12 Aug Fri–Sun 11am–4pm 		Urquhart Castle, Nr Drumnadrochit
Meet the Castle Minstrel
Date Location
Learn about life as a minstrel at the beck and call of the Duke of Albany.
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18 Jul Wed 10.30am–12.30pm & 1.30–3.30pm Doune Castle, Doune
Mrs Doig's City of Genius
Date Location
Mrs Doig open the lid on the dirty laundry of the Edinburgh Enlightenment, and tells you how to conduct yourself around philosophers. Ages 4-12.
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30 Jun Sat 11am, noon, 2pm & 3pm Scottish National Portrait Gallery, Edinburgh
Mrs Reid’s Magical Christmas Present
Date Location
Learn how the household would have prepared for Christmas in 1910 in this interactive living history tour, featuring a magic lantern show.
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15 Dec Sat 2pm & 3pm Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh
A Night at the Theatre
Date Location
As Mr and Mrs Reid prepare for an evening out, help the cook prepare early dinner in this interactive living history tour.
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29 Sep–30 Sep Sat & Sun 3pm & 4pm Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh
Parasols and Panamas
Date Location
Help Cook in the kitchen as she prepares for the arrival of guests to the house – just watch out for the gardener and his muddy boots!
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21 Jul–22 Jul Sat & Sun 3pm & 4pm Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh
Pirates and Patriots
Date Location
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.
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18 Jun–19 Jun Mon & Tue 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
12 Jul–13 Jul Thu & Fri 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
2 Aug–3 Aug Thu & Fri 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
6 Oct–7 Oct Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 		Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh
The Power and the Glory
Date Location
The man behind the Roman Catholic church in Scotland, Cardinal Beaton, speaks about how he got to be in such a position and the events that lead to his eventual downfall and murder.
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14 Jul–15 Jul Sat & Sun 11am–3pm St Andrews Castle, St Andrews
Prehistoric Fun Day
Date Location
Join the folks from the Scottish Crannog Centre for a day exploring the ancient way of life, including how to start fires with flint and how to use a prehistoric drill.
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16 Jun 10am Perth Museum and Art Gallery, Perth
Premonstratensian Cannon
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A canon describes the hardships involved in living the life of a Norbertine Priest at Dryburgh Abbey.
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29 Jul 11am Dryburgh Abbey, Melrose
The Prisoners of Duff House
Date Location
A Scottish soldier tells all about life guarding prisoners at Duff House and the building's eventual devastation during WWII.
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28 Jul–29 Jul Sat & Sun 11am–3pm Duff House, Banff
Punishment Through the Ages
Date Location
Join the Perth Hangman as he tries to regain order in the Earl of Ruthven's Castle. Learn about the different punishments you would have to endure for a variety of crimes, including poaching and simply being a bit of a nag.
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20 Jun Wed 1.30pm, 2.30pm & 3.30pm Huntingtower Castle, Perth
Queen Margaret's Castle
Date Location
Mary Edmund, a lady of the Queen's household describes what life was like working for the pious monarch.
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3 Jun Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
23 Jun–24 Jun Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
16 Jul Mon 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
4 Aug–5 Aug Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
19 Aug Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
27 Aug–28 Aug Mon & Tue 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 		Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh
Queen of the Castle
Date Location
Meet Mary Queen of Scots and overhear her discussions with her guardian Lord Erskine about her plans for governing Scotland. (Note: for reasons related to her death by decapitation over 400 years ago, the part of Mary Queen of Scots will be played by an actor.)
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5 Jun–12 Jun Tue 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
3 Jul Tue 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
9 Jul Mon 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
17 Jul Tue 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
30 Jul Mon 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
7 Aug Tue 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
20 Aug Mon 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 		Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh
Renaissance Dancing
Date Location
See the difference between dance styles of the Renaissance era and the modern day, and join the authentically-costumed ladies in a dance.
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17 Jun Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
28 Jul–29 Jul Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
1 Dec–2 Dec Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 		Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh
Renaissance Music
Date Location
Learn about the pop charts of old and see if you can figure out how a hurdy gurdy or renaissance rackett was played.
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9 Jun–10 Jun Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
14 Jul–15 Jul Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
29 Sep–30 Sep Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
8 Dec–9 Dec Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
27 Oct–28 Oct Sat & Sun 10.15am, 11.15am, noon, 1.15pm, 2.15pm & 3.15pm 		Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh
Renaissance Revelry
Date Location
A week of Renaissance-themed activities for kids, including a chance to try a crossbow, dress up as a Renaissance nobleperson and design your own coat of arms.
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11 Oct–16 Oct Mon, Tue & Thu–Sun noon–4pm Stirling Castle, Stirling
Rizzio Must Die
Date Location
Catch Lord Ruthven and the Earl of Morton in the act of discussing what they plan to do to David Rizzio, Mary Queen of Scots' secretary. Hint: it's not pleasant.
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25 Jun–26 Jun Mon & Tue 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
25 Aug–26 Aug Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
3 Nov–4 Nov Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 		Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh
The Rough Wooing
Date Location
Two castle soldiers tell the story of the Earl of Hertford's 1544 attempt to destroy Edinburgh and its castle.
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20 Jun Wed 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
5 Jul Thu 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
24 Jul Tue 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
1 Aug Wed 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
9 Aug Thu 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
23 Aug Thu 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 		Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh
St Margaret, Queen of Scotland
Date Location
Learn more about the pious, charitable Queen and discover what her life was like ruling in 11th-century Scotland.
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30 Jun–1 Jul Sat & Sun 10.45am–12.45pm & 1.45–3.45pm Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh
Swords of the Righteous
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Partially dramatised explanation of how and why Cromwell's army came to lay siege to Edinburgh Castle, and how it was successful.
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30 May Wed 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
14 Jun–21 Jun Thu 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
10 Jul Tue 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
19 Jul Thu 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
26 Jul Thu 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
6 Aug Mon 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
16 Aug Thu 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
21 Aug Tue 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
30 Aug Thu 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 		Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh
Time Capsule
Date Location
Take some small (non-perishable) trinkets to pop in this A4 box for future explorers to unearth. Ages 5–16. Booking is essential.
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1 Sep 2pm Polkemmet Park Centre, West Lothian
Time Travellers: School Days
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Relive schooldays from the 60s, WWII and Victorian times in this themed classroom session hosted by an actress. Ages 5+. Places are limited so please arrive early.
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16 Jun 2pm Scotland Street School Museum, Glasgow
Treason and Plot
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A tale of intrigue as the Regent Morton partakes in some dodgy dealings with Mary of Guise and becomes involved with the murders of David Rizzio and Henry Lord Darnley.
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3 Jun 11am Aberdour Castle and Garden, Aberdour
Whispers in the Water
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A theatrical tour of the mill to learn more about the early workforce who were mainly comprised of displaced Highland folks.
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29 Jul Sun 11am, 1pm & 3pm Stanley Mills, Perth
Wildlife Jubilee
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This celebration of nature is packed with things to do for the whole family. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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5 Jun 11am WDCS Scottish Dolphin Centre, Fochabers
Wolves in Sheep's Clothing
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Hear from Sir Thomas Randolph about his daring night attack on Edinburgh Castle in 1314 in order to capture it for Robert the Bruce.
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31 May Thu 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
4 Jun Mon 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
28 Jun Thu 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
18 Jul Wed 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
15 Sep–16 Sep Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
17 Nov–18 Nov Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 		Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh

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