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Adam Bruce Thomson: The Quiet Path

11th May 2024 - 6th October 2024

The forthcoming exhibition Adam Bruce Thomson: The Quiet Path aims to bring this talented artist back to public attention.

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An Irish Impressionist | Lavery on Location

27th July 2024 - 27th October 2024

Indulge your wanderlust when you visit this solo exhibition of paintings by the renowned Belfast born artist, Sir John Lavery!

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Art Classes for Adults and Kids

13th May 2024 - 20th December 2024

Join Livia for these fun, informal, chilled and small painting classes for adult and kids at Cramond Kirk Hall.

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Arthur’s Secrets

16th April 2024 - 26th September 2024

Come along on a guided walk to learn more about Arthur's Seat's turbulent past, created by fire and ice!

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Author Talk- Lawrence Battersby

17th September 2024

Join us at McDonald Road Library on 17th September for an author event with historical fiction writer Lawrence Battersby as he talks about the history behind his novel Dead Reckoning!

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Cab-arette Showtour

1st May 2024 - 31st December 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

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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Castle Street Market

1st April 2024 - 13th October 2024
Edinburgh New Town

Held in brightly coloured gazebos in the heart of central Edinburgh, Castle Street Market is filled with top quality products and has something to satisfy every taste!

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Chris Ofili: The Caged Bird’s Song

28th June 2024 - 5th October 2024

The Caged Bird’s Song, Dovecot Studios' major tapestry with Chris Ofili, returns to Scotland in Summer 2024.

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Cold War Scotland

13th July 2024 - 26th January 2025

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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Come From Away

17th September 2024 - 21st September 2024

7,000 Stranded Passengers. One Small Town. A Remarkable True Story. Don't miss the smash hit musical Come From Away when it comes to the Edinburgh Playhouse in 2024!

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Conservation Hangar Talks

1st August 2024 - 30th March 2025

See behind the scenes of the work carried out in the museum’s Conservation hangar with these free talks.

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Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!

1st January 2024 - 31st December 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

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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Daily Tours at St Giles’ Cathedral

10th December 2023 - 1st December 2024

Join a volunteer guide for a 45 min to 1 hour glimpse into the history, heraldry and life of our historic Cathedral and Thistle Chapel!

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Daring & Delicious - Private Walking Tour

18th July 2024 - 27th October 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

Come to wander through the secret alleyways of old Edinburgh - come to listen, come to share your own daring stories. This private tour is unmissable!

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Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs

19th January 2024 - 20th December 2024

Join Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs for their Friday Ceilidhs 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 Ceilidh Club at Summerhall

Selected dates between 10th September 2024 - 17th December 2024

Come and experience Scottish dance the way its meant to be every Tuesday at the Edinburgh Ceilidh Club in Summerhall!

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Edinburgh Darkside Walking Tour: Mysteries, Murder and Legends

15th August 2024 - 26th October 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Dive into Edinburgh's darker corners on a thrilling 2-hour walk exploring the city's most bone-chilling legends.

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Edinburgh Food Tour

11th May 2024 - 29th November 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

Eat and drink your way through Scotland’s history and culture on a carefully curated wander through the cobbled streets and historic alleys of Edinburgh.

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Edinburgh Rising from the Ashes: 200 Years of the Scottish Fire Service

3rd May 2024 - 22nd September 2024

Journey through two centuries of firefighting legacy with our special exhibition created in partnership with the Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage.

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Edinburgh Steiner Teacher Development

13th September 2024 - 13th September 2025

Edinburgh Steiner School is offering this Teacher Development course starting on 13th September.

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Escape the Past: The Anatomist

1st January 2024 - 31st December 2024

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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Evening of Mediumship

17th September 2024

Join Angela Dunlop, Psychic Medium author of ‘The Miracle of Mediumship’ for an Evening of Mediumship at Church Hill Theatre, Edinburgh on Tuesday 17th September!

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Exhibition: Return of the Native inspired by the poem by John Killick

6th September 2024 - 4th October 2024

Building on the success of their 2022 exhibition inspired by A. Škėma's poem, this exhibition at Birch Tree Gallery continues to explore the profound synergy between poetry and visual art!

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Exhibition: Singing in Big Spaces by Fiona McDonald

31st August 2024 - 29th September 2024

This series of artwork by Fiona McDonald forms part of the Accessible Book and Story Festival.

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Flamenco Dance Class Programme

9th September 2024 - 28th June 2025

Alba Flamenca's Flamenco dance classes with amazing flamenco dance teachers ready to welcome everyone from beginners to advanced!

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Game On

29th June 2024 - 3rd November 2024

Get set for Game On - the largest interactive exhibition of the history and the culture of video games.

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HOME: A Residents’ Showcase

10th September 2024 - 20th September 2024

Don't miss an exciting new celebration by artists and makers who have their home-from-home here at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall this September!

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Inked Up: Printmaking in Scotland

14th September 2024 - 1st June 2025

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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Jake Lambert: The Sunshine Kid

17th September 2024

Described as 'A joke machine' by The Telegraph, Jake Lambert is trying to figure out who he is and who everyone else is, too! Join him at The Stand Edinburgh for his new show, The Sunshine Kid!

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Live music at Bar 13

30th November 2023 - 30th November 2024

Join us early evening at Bar 13 for live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday with Rory & The Island!

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Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Drop-in

1st July 2024 - 23rd December 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Every week at various Libraries, trained Macmillan Volunteers offer a friendly listening ear to anyone affected by cancer, including those with a cancer diagnosis, as well as family and friends.

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Maps: Memories from the Second World War

9th March 2024 - 26th January 2025

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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Material & Form

7th September 2024 - 2nd October 2024

&Gallery is delighted to welcome Richard Perry to the gallery in a two person exhibition with gallery artist Andrew Clausen!

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Oktoberfest

14th September 2024 - 13th October 2024

Back by popular demand, Oktoberfest comes to Volcano Falls Adventure Golf Edinburgh from 14th September!

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Once Upon a Time: A History of Children and Young People’s Nursing exhibition

27th June 2024 - 24th October 2024

This exhibition at the Royal College of Nursing explores the history of children and young people's nursing from the first children's hospitals in the 1800s to the development of family-centred care.

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Pedal 4 Poverty

1st August 2024 - 31st October 2024
Nationwide

Wherever you are and whatever the distance, join EMMS International in their cycling challenge this August, September and October!

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Pedal Power: Cycling and Activism in Edinburgh

27th April 2024 - 22nd September 2024

This exhibition at Museum of Edinburgh has been created by groups in Edinburgh who are campaigning to make our city a safe place for cycling.

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Personal PhotoShoot Experience

1st November 2023 - 1st November 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

Join professional local photographer Simon Messer in Edinburgh's Old Town for your Personal PhotoShoot Experience! It's a fun outdoor experience perfect for couples, families and solo travelers alike.

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Photography Tuition in Edinburgh’s Old Town

1st November 2023 - 1st November 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

Learn to use your camera in one of the most beautiful cities in the world from a working photographer and film maker! Perfect for solo travellers, couples and families.

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Plasticine Cowboy

2nd August 2024 - 28th September 2024

Meet ‘Plasticine Cowboy’, a new exhibition and comic created by Out of the Blueprint’s latest artist-in-residence, Jack Stamp during his residency in summer of 2024.

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Ramsay & Edinburgh Fashion

7th June 2024 - 24th November 2024

A collection of Allan Ramsay’s portraits of women from NTS properties are brought together at the Georgian House for the first time.

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Rosslyn Chapel & Scottish Antiquaries Exhibition

9th November 2023 - 1st October 2024

Historic Environment Scotland Archives acquired the Rosslyn Album in 2021 and this exhibition presents images from the archive collections relating to Rosslyn Chapel and the contents of the album.

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Hunter’s Tryst

1st April 2024 - 30th September 2024
Edinburgh South

Hunter’s Tryst is a well-stocked and beautifully designed, mature, medium-sized, wildlife-friendly town garden.

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Stobshiel House

3rd April 2024 - 25th September 2024
Various Locations East Lothian

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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Scottish Geology Festival

1st September 2024 - 6th October 2024
Nationwide

Learn about the incredible stories hidden within Scotland's rocks when the Scottish Geology Festival returns for 2024 between September 1st and October 6th!

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Six60

17th September 2024

Get ready Edinburgh! SIX60 will be headlining at The Mash House on the 17th of September!

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Summer Salon

1st August 2024 - 28th September 2024

Join us at Detail Framing & Gallery in viewing over 50 artists' work as part of our Summer Salon exhibition!

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Tania Kovats: SEAMARKS

27th July 2024 - 2nd November 2024

Tania Kovats’ ongoing series SEAMARKS, multiple seascapes captured in brushstrokes, drawings and ceramic, is being expanded with the creation of a new tapestry by Dovecot Studios.

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Terror Walking Tour

12th August 2024 - 26th October 2024
Edinburgh Old Town

Dare you join Auld Reekie Tours on a spine-chilling adventure beneath Edinburgh's streets?

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The Comedy Cellar at Canon’s Gait

5th September 2024 - 27th July 2025

Get ready for a rib-tickling night of laughter with "The Good, The Bad and The Irish," as we have the craic every Thursday to Sunday, hosted by the hilarious Michael Porter!

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The Grain: Richard Goldsworthy

14th September 2024 - 4th October 2024

For this exhibition at Upright Gallery, Richard Goldsworthy will be showcasing new wall-based works that employ kiln-dried Ash, along with the introduction of pewter.

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The Outlander 1 Day Experience

15th August 2024 - 26th October 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Embark on an epic adventure to the iconic backdrops of the beloved series Outlander on this 1 Day experience!

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The Weekly Planet* & Plumbing the Death Star** Live in Edinburgh

17th September 2024 - 18th September 2024

One-half of The Weekly Planet and two-thirds of Plumbing the Death Star are coming to Edinburgh to do a complete show for you and 169 of your closest friends!

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Theravāda Buddhism

16th September 2024 - 12th January 2025

This thought-provoking exhibition charts the history and influence of the Theravāda Buddhist tradition across the world, including its role in Scotland today.

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Treasures of the National Library of Scotland

30th March 2024 - 30th April 2025

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

9th September 2024 - 15th June 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

Ignite your passion with TuFlamenco dance classes for adults and children, now returning bigger and better!

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Watches Valuation Day

Selected dates between 3rd September 2024 - 26th November 2024

Make an appointment with Bonhams Senior Watch Specialist Sarah Fergusson for a free valuation on any watches that you may be considering selling, including wrist and pocket watches.

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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:

The Community Hub Barrhead: Sewing Circle

The Community Hub Barrhead: Sewing Circle

Selected dates between 26th August 2024 - 29th October 2024

Whether you're an expert or just trying it for the first time, come along and join in at The Community Hub Barrhead's regular Sewing Circle!

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Chat & Plant Gardening Group

Chat & Plant Gardening Group

Selected dates between 27th August 2024 - 29th October 2024

Have you ever wanted to grow your own vegetables and herbs but don't know where to start? Join Chat & Plant - a gardening group where you'll learn all about how, when, and what to grow!

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Monteiths Bar Quiz Night

Monteiths Bar Quiz Night

Selected dates between 10th September 2024 - 30th December 2025

Join Monteiths Bar for their weekly Tuesday quiz night hosted by the fun and charismatic Chris Wainwright!

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Events in Fife

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:

Doors Open Days - Fife West

Doors Open Days - Fife West

7th September 2024 - 22nd September 2024

Scotland's annual Doors Open Days festival gives you free access to lots of fascinating buildings across Fife. Check out this year's events in Fife West!

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Doors Open Days - Fife Central

Doors Open Days - Fife Central

7th September 2024 - 21st September 2024

Scotland's annual Doors Open Days festival gives you free access to lots of fascinating buildings across Fife on selected dates in September!

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Small Business Market

Small Business Market

29th March 2024 - 24th December 2024

Small Business Market is a monthly market based within Dunfermline's Kingsgate Shopping Centre featuring over 25 small businesses each month selling handmade crafts and more!

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Events in Glasgow

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice

6th September 2024 - 19th September 2024

The ghost with the most is back! Tim Burton’s iconic 1988 film Beetlejuice gets its long-awaited sequel in IMAX on Scotland's BIGGEST screen at Glasgow Science Centre!

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Understanding Karma Meditation Series

Understanding Karma Meditation Series

Selected dates between 3rd September 2024 - 26th September 2024

Discover powerful and practical methods to let go of negative feelings and instead develop positive, peaceful states of mind at Kadampa Meditation Centre's Understanding Karma Meditation Series.

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Glasgow Jazz Club presents Atlantic Road Trip

Glasgow Jazz Club presents Atlantic Road Trip

17th September 2024

From the team behind Jazz At The Merchants House, Glasgow Jazz Club proudly presents Atlantic Road Trip at Blackfriars as part of their European tour!

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Events in Lanarkshire

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:

AR26 Charity Free Football For All Sessions

AR26 Charity Free Football For All Sessions

Selected dates between 3rd September 2024 - 19th November 2024

Every Tuesday between September 3rd and November 19th, Scotland and Liverpool footballer Andy Robertson's charity, AR26, will host free football sessions at Airdrie Leisure Centre.

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Get Walking Lanarkshire Health Walks

Get Walking Lanarkshire Health Walks

1st January 2024 - 31st December 2024

Join Get Walking Lanarkshire on one of their regular health walks! Enjoy the fresh air, meet new people and have a good blether!

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Newmains & District Gala Day - The Big Lunch

Newmains & District Gala Day - The Big Lunch

2nd June 2024 - 2nd June 2025

Join Newmains & District Gala Day on Sunday 2nd June for The Big Lunch, a fantastic community event for the whole family featuring inflatables, races, stalls and more!

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Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:

Social Tea Dance

Social Tea Dance

Selected dates between 30th April 2024 - 17th December 2024

Enjoy dancing to all the popular ballroom, latin and jive music, including your favourite sequence dances at the weekly Social Tea Dance at Beechwood Community Centre!

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Big Art Show

Big Art Show

30th August 2024 - 16th November 2024

Large-scale public exhibition, The Big Art Show returns to The Art Department in Paisley between Friday 30th August and Saturday 16th November!

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The Spotless September Challenge

The Spotless September Challenge

1st September 2024 - 30th September 2024

Renfrewshire Council's Spotless September is back again this year with volunteers heading out into their communities to brighten up the area where they live and tackle litter!

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Events in Stirling

Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:

An Exhibition by Peter Hancock - In and around campus

An Exhibition by Peter Hancock - In and around campus

19th July 2024 - 29th September 2024

To mark his retirement, Peter Hancock, a professor in Psychology, presents a selection of photographs taken in and around the university campus since his arrival in 1987.

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Loch Ard Kayak Tours Half Day

Loch Ard Kayak Tours Half Day

6th March 2024 - 29th September 2024

Enjoy a tour of Loch Ard in Kayaks with a guide and instructor and immersive yourself in the natural beauty of the Loch!

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Happy Chinese Classes

Happy Chinese Classes

11th March 2024 - 31st December 2024

These fun Happy Chinese Classes for pre-school age children are run by Yan An at The Raploch Community Campus on Monday mornings.

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Events in Other Areas

Arran Festival of Food and Drink

Arran Festival of Food and Drink

13th September 2024 - 22nd September 2024
Brodick

The Isle of Arran is looking forward to holding its third festival of food and drink that celebrates the local produce that comes from the island's unique terroir and micro-climate!

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History of Prestwick Airport Walking Tour

History of Prestwick Airport Walking Tour

28th December 2023 - 31st October 2024

Prestwick Airport, just 30 miles south west of Glasgow has had a colourful history since aviation activity was first recorded over 110 years ago in 1913, find out more on one of these walking tours!

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Popular Events

Creative Play: Wonder Studio for 2 - 5 year olds
Join us at the Fruitmarket on 28th September for a multi-sensory, loose-parts play experience for children aged 2–5 years & their parents/carers, delivered by Katy & Kerry the Wonder Studio artists!
An Autumn Equinox Event for Families and Children
Bring your family along for a magical day of stories, crafts, and nature exploration. It's a wonderful chance for parents and children to bond, learn, and celebrate the beauty of the season together!
Museum Late: Game On
Join us for a night of grown-up fun and games in the spectacular setting of the National Museum of Scotland on 5th October!
For The Love of Shane MacGowan
Direct from their sensational 2024 Edinburgh Fringe sell-out run, For The Love of Shane MacGowan will come to La Belle Angele on Monday 21st April!
Movies on the Lawn
Join us for an outdoor cinema experience at Marine North Berwick, featuring matinee and evening showings in the hotel’s garden.

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