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Monday Makes

This summer, join us at The Palace of Holyroodhouse every Monday in the Great Gallery to make your very own trinket box to take home.

Monday Makes

About Monday Makes

18th August 2025
25th August 2025
11am - 3pm
The Palace of Holyroodhouse
The Palace of Holyroodhouse Canongate, Edinburgh East EH8 8DX
Included in Palace ticket or 1-Year Pass
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This year marks the 280th anniversary of Bonnie Prince Charlie’s stay at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in September 1745. There are many amazing objects connected to the Jacobite’s found around the Palace of Holyroodhouse, including a beautiful box featuring a miniature of Bonnie Prince Charlie himself.

This summer, join us every Monday in the Great Gallery to make your very own trinket box to take home.

Additional Dates: 25 August 2025

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