Events in Edinburgh Today
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Events in Edinburgh
A Shipshape Afternoon Tea
Celebrate Mother's Day at one of the most unique venues in Edinburgh with Afternoon Tea aboard the stunning ship Fingal, accompanied by the beautiful sounds of the harp!
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ABBA Drag Brunch
Strut into Brewhemia on Mother's Day and enjoy indulgent brunching and bubbly whilst the Dancing Queens entertain you with performances of all your ABBA favourites!
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Andy Keir: Leith
'Leith' is the first solo exhibition by Edinburgh based contemporary painter, Andy Keir and it's showing at Custom House Gallery on 29th and 30th March.
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Avengers Assemble: Superhero Academy
Learn how to be an Avenger and hunt for Infinity Stones, shoot lasers with Iron Man, test your Archery skills with Hawkeye and dance with Spider-Man on 30th March at Marchmont St Giles Parish Church!
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Blood and Guts: The Twists and Turns of Edinburgh’s Medical History - Walking Tour
Join Surgeons' Hall Museums on their 5* weekend walking tour through Edinburgh’s old town and hear tales of old Edinburgh, disease, dissection and curious methods of treatment!
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Bodies of Water
Bodies of Water at Haddington Corn Exchange is a playful, multi-sensory performance experience weaving together movement, choreography, water, objects and sound.
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Braid Bowling Club Art Exhibition
Over 50 artists, both professional and non-professional, are showing artworks at the Braid Bowling Club in Morningside from 27th to 30th March to raise funds for this historic club!
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Cab-arette Showtour
Enjoy a unique comedy musical Showtour in a taxi... be driven around Edinburgh, whilst entertained by Lola and her variety of characters!
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Cold War Scotland
Exploring Scotland’s critical position on the frontline of the Cold War, a new exhibition will tell the stories of the Scots at the centre of this global conflict.
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Conservation Hangar Talks
See behind the scenes of the work carried out in the museum’s Conservation hangar with these free talks.
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Contexture
Following on from International Women's Day on 8 March, this exhibition showcases the textile work of 80 female artists responding to their experiences of being a woman!
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Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt
Looking to entertain the kids? Come and spot our cuddly corgis hiding around Britannia’s tour route.
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Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!
Have fun discovering Edinburgh on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
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Deacon Blue
Deacon Blue return to Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Sunday 30th March with their The Great Western Road Trip tour!
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Discover the Joy of Reading in Japanese – Join Our Book Club!
Are you passionate about Japanese but find it difficult to enjoy the learning process? Then join our Japanese Book Club, led by Edinburgh-based native tutor Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior!
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Dr Arnott’s Sampling Sensation
Uncover the secrets of 17th-century medicine with a hands-on workshop led by an expert from his time: Dr Arnott, who examined his patients’ health by analysing urine’s colour, smell & TASTE!
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Eco-Lampshade Workshop
Make your own, eco-friendly lampshade in a relaxed environment at this workshop run by Joy Revival Design Studio!
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Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs
Join Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs with Live Band & Caller, held in the Royal British Legion Hall! If you love to dance or want to learn this event is for you.
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Edinburgh Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market
The Corn Exchange Car Boot Sale Market is the longest running car boot in Edinburgh... sell your unwanted goods to 1000s of bargain hunters and make extra cash!
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Edinburgh Steiner Teacher Development
Edinburgh Steiner School is offering this Teacher Development course starting on 13th September.
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Escape the Past: The Anatomist
Descend into a world of grave robbery, mystery and malpractice as you embark on a thrilling adventure into Edinburgh’s dark past.
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Escape the Past: The Deacon’s Cabinet
From Escape The Past comes a new escape room 'The Deacon’s Cabinet', a historical heist escape room which challenges you to outsmart the infamous Deacon Brodie!
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Everlyn Nicodemus
Everlyn Nicodemus opens her first retrospective exhibition, at National Galleries of Scotland: Modern One in Edinburgh.
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Exhibition: Recent Work by Mike Turpie
The Scottish Storytelling Centre is holding an exhibition of works by Edinburgh based painter, Mike Turpie in March!
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Family Print Club
Edinburgh Printmakers' Family Print Club is perfect for children as they explore lots of different printmaking techniques and have fun as well!
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Flamenco Dance Class Programme
Alba Flamenca's Flamenco dance classes with amazing flamenco dance teachers ready to welcome everyone from beginners to advanced!
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Forest Bathing Taster Session
Come along to this Forest Bathing taster session with Wild Rose Forest Therapy on Sunday 30th March in St. Mark's Park!
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Geordie Greep
One of the most unique musicians of his era, Geordie Greep plays The Liquid Room Edinburgh on Sunday 30th March!
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Ian Hamilton Finlay
The centenary of celebrated Scottish artist Ian Hamilton Finlay (1925-2006) will be marked by a new, free display of his work at the National Galleries of Scotland: Modern.
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Injecting Hope: The Race for a COVID-19 Vaccine
Injecting Hope is a new, free exhibition at the National Museum of Scotland that presents the science behind the COVID-19 vaccine.
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Inked Up: Printmaking in Scotland
Inked Up: Printmaking in Scotland celebrates this versatile artform, presenting a selection of works from the City Art Centre’s permanent collection of fine art.
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Japan Foundation Touring Film Programme
The UK’s biggest festival of Japanese cinema, the Japan Foundation Touring Film Programme (JFTFP), comes to Edinburgh for its latest and greatest instalment!
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Jerwood Survey III
Jerwood Survey, a major biennial touring exhibition that presents new commissions by 10 early-career artists from across the UK, is showing at Collective Edinburgh from 28th February!
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Kemah Bob: Miss Fortunate
Acclaimed stand up Kemah Bob takes their unmissable, critically acclaimed debut stand-up show on tour after a sell-out Fringe run and stops off at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Sunday 30th March!
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Live Music at The Botanist
The Botanist hosts live music from Thursday to Sunday every week! From acoustic singles, duos, trios and full band, we have it all.
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Longarm Quilting Workshops
Experience the joy of longarm quilting with a bespoke workshop with professional quilter Claire Sowton at Cloud Quilting!
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Mamma Mia Sing-along
Mother’s Day 2025 sees the return of Brewhemia's sell-out Mamma Mia Sing-A-Long. Watch the iconic film across three massive screens, accompanied by live renditions!
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Maps: Memories from the Second World War
Through personal stories, photography and memorabilia, this exhibition at the National War Museum charts the creation and use of maps during the Second World War.
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Midnight Solar Market - Spring
Midnight Solar Market is a gothic event full of small businesses, artists, performers, weird and wonderful people, on 30th March at Assembly Roxy!
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Millennium Stage School Presents Beauty & the Beast Jnr
The Millennium Stage School is delighted to present Beauty & the Beast Jnr at the Howden Park Centre on 29th & 30th March!
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Monumental Treasure Hunt: West Princes Street Gardens
Welcome to the Monument-al Treasure Hunt in West Princes Street Gardens Edinburgh, a cultural & historical exploration for children & adults of all ages to enjoy.
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Mother’s Day - Gin Tasting Experience
Join us at Holyrood Distillery this Mother's Day for a special edition of our Gin Tasting Experience!
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Mother’s Day Cocktail Masterclass
Join us at Summerhall Distillery for our Mother's Day Special Cocktail Masterclass to celebrate Mum with a cheer!
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Mother’s Day Flower Workshop with Juicy Flowers
Join Lucy from Juicy Flowers on Mother's Day for an immersive flower arranging workshop and craft stunning fresh flower arrangements in vases at Edinburgh Street Food!
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Mother’s Day Hairspray Screening with Afternoon Tea
Celebrate this Mother’s Day in style with a delightful afternoon tea and a special screening of the iconic film Hairspray at YOTEL Edinburgh!
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Ocean Terminal Car Boot Sale
The early bird catches the bargains... come and bag a bargain or earn some pennies from a recent clear out at the weekly Ocean Terminal Car Boot Sale on Sunday mornings!
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Poetry... More or Less
Join the Edinburgh School of Poets for a pop-up reading in the relaxed surroundings of the Storytelling Court on Sunday 30th March!
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Polymer Clay Jewellery Workshop
Join Mud & Marsh Jewellery Design for this two and a half hour Polymer Clay Jewellery Workshop for beginners at The Crannie!
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Royal Portraits: A Century of Photography
This exhibition at The Palace of Holyroodhouse, charts the evolution of royal portrait photography from the 1920s to the present day!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kevock Garden
This wonderful hillside garden has magnificent views over the North Esk Valley with a wide diversity of plants and has featured in many magazine articles and gardening programmes.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Shepherd House
Visit Shepherd House, a constantly evolving artist’s garden that never stands still, with lots of surprises!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Stobshiel House
The garden at Stobshiel House is effectively split into four main parts and the extensive collection of shrubs and mature trees offer a fantastic backdrop during all seasons.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Winton Castle
Enjoy a visit to Winton Castle gardens as part of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme, it's a wonderful family day out!
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Scottish Dance Classes for Children
Let your child explore music, rhythm, and movement in a fun and welcoming environment at the RSCDS Edinburgh's Saturday morning Scottish Dance Classes in Greenbank Church Hall!
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Shining a Light: A History of Nursing Support Workers: Exhibition
Discover the fascinating history of nursing support work and celebrate the contribution that nursing support workers continue to make today.
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Showtime @ The Comedy Attic
Join us for Showtime at The Comedy Attic every Friday and Saturday for the best comedy this glorious city of Edinburgh has to offer!
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SNJO: 21 Spices with Trilok Gurtu
Trilok Gurtu brings his 21 Spices, a captivating musical experience, to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh featuring Scottish National Jazz Orchestra!
READ MORESpeak Japanese with Confidence – Join Our Japanese Chat Club!
Looking to practise speaking Japanese in a relaxed and supportive environment? Then join our Japanese Chat Club, led by Edinburgh-based native tutor Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior!
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Split Chain
Split Chain have announced a Scottish headline show at Legends in Edinburgh on Sunday 30th March!
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Stockbridge Market
The weekly Stockbridge Market is a foodie heaven featuring creative crafts, original artwork, superb street food. Eat, meet, greet or treat - there is something for everyone!
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Susan Morrison is historically funny
Susan Morrison, host of BBC Radio Scotland's 'Time Travels', will take you through some of Scotland's seediest, skankiest and scandalous history. And the funniest.
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The Big Show
Enjoy a night of top stand-up comedy at The Big Show every weekend at Monkey Barrel Comedy, come see a line-up featuring outstanding local, national, and international comedians!
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The Comedy Cellar at Canon’s Gait
Get ready for a rib-tickling night of laughter with "The Good, The Bad and The Irish," as we have the craic every night, hosted by the hilarious Michael Porter!
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The Craft of Couture: Victor Edelstein designs for Anna Miller
This small display explores the work of fashion designer Victor Edelstein. A favourite of Princess Diana, Edelstein exemplifies the finest British fashion design of the 1980s.
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The Crafters Roadshow - The Centre Livingston
Shop from the best in Scottish Crafts and support your local makers when The Crafters Roadshow comes to The Centre Livingston!
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The Edinburgh Academy Wedding Open Day
Are you're newly engaged or searching for the perfect wedding venue? Then come along to The Edinburgh Academy Wedding Open Day this Sunday, 30th March!
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The Glam Rock Show - Get It On!
Girls grab your boys it’s time to go wild, wild, wild as we transport you back to the golden age of Glam, with all the songs you know and love, at the Assembly Rooms on Sunday 30th March!
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The Living Mountain: Paintings by Evie Rose Thornton
Inspired by her recent residency in Florence, Evie Rose Thornton’s latest body of work, showing at Coburg House Art Studios in March, explores the rugged beauty of the Alps and Dolomites.
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The Scottish Colourists: Radical Perspectives
Discover this groundbreaking exhibition in partnership with the Fleming Collection, which for the first time showcases the Scottish Colourists in the context of their European contemporaries.
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The Sunday Night Laugh-In
Round off the weekend with our comedy cocktail which has the emphasis on the chilled and the laid back. At least five acts on each bill ensure variety and great value.
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TIC TAC TOE Exhibition
Catch this new exhibition created by Out of the Blueprint’s latest artist-in-residence Maddie Lennon, a self-taught designer and facilitator!
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Treasures of the National Library of Scotland
The National Library of Scotland's permanent exhibition provides a unique insight into Scotland’s history, culture and people and its place in the world.
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TuFlamenco is Back with More Flamenco Magic! Course 2024/25
Ignite your passion with TuFlamenco dance classes for adults and children, now returning bigger and better!
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Whisky Tasting and Tales
Taste 4 deliciously different whiskies while taking a journey into the history of whisky in Scotland and its profound importance within Scottish culture.
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Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Cinema Screening: Billy Elliot The Musical
Based on the Academy Award nominated film, Billy Elliot the Musical has won the hearts of millions since it opened in 2005, don't miss a screening at Eastwood Park Theatre on Sunday 30th March!
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Rouken Glen Junior Parkrun
Rouken Glen Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Rouken Glen Park!
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Karaoke Sundays With Dino
Join Dino Martino and some of the best singers and entertainers in Barrhead at the Arthurlie Inns for Karaoke Sundays With Dino!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Falkland Estate Monthly Makers and Producers Market
Enjoy browsing the monthly Makers Market held in our beautiful and unique spaces here at the Stables on the gorgeous Falkland Estate!
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Buckhaven’s Hidden Harbour
Buckhaven’s Hidden Harbour was created by local P6 school children and explores the history of Buckhaven Harbour which was built in 1838.
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Mothers Day Crafternoon Workshop
Come and make memories to cherish with us and treat your Mum this Mothers Day to a wonderful relaxing day of creativity in the Deborah Cameron Studio!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Bet Low: An Island on Your Doorstep
The centenary of the birth of the Scottish artist Bet Low is to be marked through a collaboration between the Reid Gallery, The Glasgow School of Art and the Pier Arts Centre in Stromness, Orkney.
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Dogs Trust Dog Training Classes
The Dogs Trust offer training classes for dogs at all stages of their lives, in a relaxed and enjoyable environment at Mount Vernon Community Hall!
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Soul On Sunday 2nd Birthday Celebration
Daytime Disco, Soul On Sunday, is turning two! Join them for a day to remember at The Barras Art & Design on Sunday 30th March!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Mother’s Day Lunch at The Castle Rooms
Join The Castle Rooms for a fabulous 3-course lunch, surrounded by the ones you love, while we fill the air with live music from Sean McCluskey featuring all of your mum’s favourite tunes!
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The Artful Codgers
The Artful Codgers Exhibition celebrates the work of three old pals – award winning artist, Jim Scullion, acclaimed actor and director Tony Roper and Scottish football legend, Danny McGrain.
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Allsorts Youth Group
Allsorts Club is a new Sunday Youth Group for children taking place at Hamilton South Parish Church from Sunday 2nd March.
READ MOREEvents in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Harvies Pub Quiz
Think you know your stuff? Join CJ every Sunday at 8pm for a fun-filled quiz night at Harvies in Paisley!
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Royal Conservatoire of Scotland at Beacon
Experience the unparalleled talent of Royal Conservatoire of Scotland's Vocal Performance students as they take the stage at Beacon Arts Centre!
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Clan Wrestling
Clan Wrestling isn't just any wrestling show... it's an action-packed, family-friendly extravaganza featuring top-notch athletes from all over the globe!
READ MOREEvents in Stirling
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Scotlands Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Thorntree
Thorntree is an inspiring garden to visit at any time of the year. From the garden you can see panoramic views from Aberfoyle and the hills beyond to Doune.
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Scotland’s National Hero
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
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Stirling Folk Club Events 2025
Check out all the upcoming events at Stirling Folk Club in 2025!
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Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale
Whether you're wishing to purchase a few hidden treasures, interested in selling or just wishing for an enjoyable day out, there is something for everyone at Ayr's Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale!
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Mother’s Day at Kelburn
Celebrate Mother’s Day in timeless elegance with a guided tour of the historic Kelburn Castle, followed by a delightful afternoon tea in its charming surroundings.
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