An audience with Mary, Queen of Scots
It is 1566, find out what life is like at the court of Mary, Queen of Scots here in Edinburgh Castle.
About An audience with Mary, Queen of Scots
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29th October 2018 30th October 2018 |
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| 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm. | |
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Edinburgh Castle Edinburgh Castle Castlehill, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 2NG |
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| Included in the normal admission price. | |
| Call 01312259846 | |
| Visit the event website here | |
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| Facebook information can be found here | |
It is 1566 and Mary, Queen of Scots has given birth to James, heir to the Scottish throne.
Amid great rejoicing, The Queen will be holding an audience in the Great Hall. This is your opportunity to congratulate her and find out what life is like at her court here in Edinburgh Castle.
This event is included in the normal admission price. Tickets can be bought online in advance to beat the queues or purchased on the day.
Additional Dates: 30 October 2018
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