Events in Edinburgh on 20 September 2024
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Events in Edinburgh
A Society Soiree: Georgian Style
Join Surveyor of the King's Pictures, and curator of the exhibition, Anna Reynolds on 20th September for an exclusive view of Style & Society: Dressing the Georgians!
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Adam Bruce Thomson: The Quiet Path
The forthcoming exhibition Adam Bruce Thomson: The Quiet Path aims to bring this talented artist back to public attention.
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After-school Robotics: Age 7-13 & Age 4-7
Come along to Little Plaza for this engaging, and fun after-school Robotics club for kids in the local community!
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Alzheimer Scotland Annual Conference 2024
Alzheimer Scotland’s annual conference will take place on Friday 20th September at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC).
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An Irish Impressionist | Lavery on Location
Indulge your wanderlust when you visit this solo exhibition of paintings by the renowned Belfast born artist, Sir John Lavery!
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Andrew Wasylyk & Tommy Perman
Andrew Wasylyk & Tommy Perman have released their first single as a duo and announced a UK tour with a date at Summerhall on 20th September!
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AR26 Charity Free Football For All Sessions
On Fridays between September 6th and November 22nd, Scotland and Liverpool footballer Andy Robertson's charity, AR26, will host free football sessions at Wester Hailes High School.
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Art Classes for Adults and Kids
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
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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Auld Pals - An evening with the cast of ‘Still Game’
Whether you're a superfan or just looking for a great night out, 'Auld Pals - An Evening With The Cast Of Still Game' at The Queen's Hall is not to be missed!
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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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Castle Street Market
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
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
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
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
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!
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
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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DalkeithPhoto
This September DalkeithPhoto will present its inaugural month of photography at Dalkeith Palace showcasing exhibitions, a major symposium, workshops, portfolio reviews and exhibition tours.
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Daring & Delicious - Private Walking Tour
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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Daring Women of Edinburgh - A Walking Tour of Our History
Come on this walking tour and gain a unique insight into some of the daring women in Edinburgh's history!
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Dave Reubens - All Out Magic
Magician Dave Reubens goes all out to give you a sneaky peek behind the scenes with his All Out Magic Show at The Banshee Labyrinth!
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Edinburgh Art Fair
The annual Edinburgh Art Fair returns to the O2 Academy Edinburgh this September. Come along and immerse yourself in a world where art becomes a way of life!
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Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs
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 Darkside Walking Tour: Mysteries, Murder and Legends
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
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
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
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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Exclusive Outlander Locations Guided Tour of Hopetoun House
Transport yourself to the heart of Outlander with our exclusive guided tour of Hopetoun House (incl ticket to Midhope Castle)!
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Exhibition: Return of the Native inspired by the poem by John Killick
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
This series of artwork by Fiona McDonald forms part of the Accessible Book and Story Festival.
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Good Ideas: Catalyst
The Melting Pot's Catalyst workshop, part of our Good Ideas programme, is the perfect way to explore the potential of a new idea for social or environmental change.
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HOME: A Residents’ Showcase
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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Iconic! Drag Show
Join Hoots Comedy for an unforgettable evening of Edinburgh's fiercest glamour, comedy, and top tier DRAG!
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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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Karen Marshalsay - Three Scottish Harps
Enjoy Scottish harp music at its best from Karen Marshalsay, a master of traditional Scottish harp music, at St Peter's Scottish Episcopal Church, Linlithgow on 20th September!
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Little Explorers - Arty Class for Toddlers
Does your little one love to paint and splat, squish and stick? Then come along to Little Explorers for lots of arty and creative fun on Fridays at Marchmont St Giles' Church.
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Live music at Bar 13
Join us early evening at Bar 13 for live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday with Rory & The Island!
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Loud Poets
Don’t miss the next fantastic show from Scotland’s best spoken word night 'Loud Poets' on Friday 20th September!
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Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Drop-in
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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Makers Market at St Giles Cathedral
The Makers Market returns to the iconic St Giles' Cathedral in the heart of Edinburgh on 19th & 20th September!
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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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Material & Form
&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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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Royal Scottish National Orchestra: Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert
Relive the Star Wars magic on the big screen as Scotland's National Orchestra brings John Williams' Oscar-winning score to life in this powerful multimedia experience at the Usher Hall!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Hunter’s Tryst
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
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 Memory Walk
Be a hero in purple and join thousands of others for Alzheimer Scotland's Memory Walk this September!
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Scottish Folk Music Cruise with Pure Malt
Join Maid of the Forth for the highly-anticipated evening music cruises, making a comeback in 2024!
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Scottish Geology Festival
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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Sound Bath Meditation
Come and reconnect with your inner self and tap into living in balance with your body and the Earth's natural cycles at The Open Door in Morningside!
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Student Sessions: Style & Society
Join us at The King's Gallery on 20th September for an exciting opportunity for students in arts, heritage and culture to explore to the exhibition, Style & Society: Dressing the Georgians!
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Summer Salon
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
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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Teen Spirit - 90s Rock Night
Come as you are and join La Belle Angele Edinburgh for the ultimate 90s Rock night on Friday 20th September!
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Terror Walking Tour
Dare you join Auld Reekie Tours on a spine-chilling adventure beneath Edinburgh's streets?
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The Amy Winehouse Experience Live
Coming to Edinburgh... The Amy Winehouse Experience provide, without doubt, the most authentic recreation of Amy Winehouse, designed to entertain and deliver the experience of Amy at her very best!
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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 Thursday to Sunday, hosted by the hilarious Michael Porter!
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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 Friday Show
Let your hair down at the end of the week with fabulous Friday fun at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh!
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The Grain: Richard Goldsworthy
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 History Of Rock
Featuring the music of artists such as Led Zeppelin, Cream, Guns n Roses, AC/DC, Queen and many more, don't miss The History Of Rock when it comes to the Howden Park Centre!
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The Late Show @ The Comedy Attic
Join us in the wee hours in The Comedy Attic in Edinburgh, where every weekend we deliver nights packed full of unadulterated comedy mayhem!
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The Outlander 1 Day Experience
Embark on an epic adventure to the iconic backdrops of the beloved series Outlander on this 1 Day experience!
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Theravāda Buddhism
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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Tom As Usual - Tom Jones Tribute
The simply sensational Robert T Leonard with his Tom As Usual Showband. Close your eyes and Robert IS Tom Jones!
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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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Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
East Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions
Free, fun and fantastic! East Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions!
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Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Drop-in
Every week, 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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Singin’ In The Rain
Theatre Guild Glasgow are delighted to return to Eastwood Park Theatre in September with their next musical production, the timeless classic Singin' in the Rain!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Veterans Supper Club
The Knights Templar Goodwill Charity of Scotland are hosting suppers for Veterans, Serving Personnel and Reserves every second and fourth Tuesday of the month.
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Freddie & Queen Experience - CANCELLED
The Freddie and Queen Experience are one of the UK's Premier Queen and Freddie Mercury Tribute Bands who are internationally and critically acclaimed, don't miss them at Carnegie Hall!
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Hello, I’m Johnny Cash
Enjoy a fantastic exhibition about the special connection between Johnny Cash and the UK in the Adam Smith Theatre reception foyer until 2nd October!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Peace & Jam Presents: Open Stage Jam
Peace & Jam's Open Stage Jam at Nice N Sleazy provides artists with an open stage to plug in and jam with the house band at this iconic Glasgow venue.
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The Hidden Lane
Come wander round, enjoy the quirkiness of old Glasgow and maybe do a little shopping at The Hidden Lane in Finnieston, one of Glasgow's little hidden gems!
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Big Band Buble
Scotland's number one Buble tribute act, Michael Hastie and Scotland's record-breaking big band, Jon Ritchie and That Swing Sensation bring 'Big Band Buble' to Websters Theatre on September 20th!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Newmains & District Gala Day - The Big Lunch
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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The Counterfeit Sixties Show
Re-live the sounds of the swinging sixties, as Britain’s No. 1 tribute show brings alive the magic of the sixties at Airdrie Town Hall on Friday 20th September!
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Tractor Tots
Tractor Tots is a bookable series of playful sensory singalong sessions for under-fives and their adults at the National Museum of Rural Life!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Kilmacolm Farm Tours
Experience a fantastic farm animal safari from a purpose built 14 seater all weather trailer where you can enjoy the panoramic 360 degree views of this working farm in Kilmacolm!
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Education Education Education
Greenock Players are delighted to present the inventively theatrical and irreverently funny Education, Education, Education at Beacon Arts Centre in September!
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Renfrew Market & Car Boot
Renfrew Market and Car Boot is held weekly on Fridays at Renfrew FC's New Western Park between 8am and 1pm!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
The Man Who Could Paint Anything – The Legacy of Thomas Stuart Smith
This exhibition showcases some of The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum’s remarkable art collection.
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Embroidered Excellence: Treasures from the RSN Collection
The Stirling Smith Art Gallery & Museum continues the celebration of their 150th anniversary with an exhibition showcasing treasures from the renowned Royal School of Needlework (RSN).
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kilbryde Castle
Come and explore Kilbride Castle gardens! They cover some 12 acres and are situated above the Ardoch Burn and below the castle.
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Arran Festival of Food and Drink
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
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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