Activities
History And Heritage in East Renfrewshire
East Renfrewshire's chock-full of historical interest, with a wealth of heritage. Join a local group to discover just what went on in its deep and distant past.
East Renfrewshire U3A
East Renfrewshire U3A was launched in 2008 and now has around 400 members. Membership is open to people living in East Renfrewshire and the surrounding areas.
Mearns History Group
Mearns History Group was founded in 1999 for people interested in Newton Mearns, its history and heritage. We meet monthly when guest speakers give illustrated...
National Trust Eastwood and District Members Centre
The Eastwood and District Members' Centre of the National Trust for Scotland draws its membership mainly from the southern suburbs of Glasgow and parts...
History And Heritage in Edinburgh and the Lothians
Auld Toun Walking Tours
Discover the people behind Edinburgh’s stories with walking tours of Edinburgh’s UNESCO Heritage Listed Old Town.
Calton Hill
Calton Hill is a hill in central Edinburgh, just to the east of the New Town and is included in the city's UNESCO World Heritage Site.It offers some of...
Curious About Edinburgh
Have fun discovering Edinburgh with two self-guided, heritage walks with an optional treasure hunt... buy or instantly download & get curious!
House of the Binns
Set in beautifully landscaped parkland overlooking the River Forth, this fascinating laird’s house near Linlithgow has been the home of the Dalyells for over 400 years.
Linlithgow Museum
A free museum, perfect for locals and visitors alike. Find out about our Royal connections, the trades of the town, the ordinary - and extra-ordinary! - people.
Museum of Childhood Edinburgh
The Museum of Childhood has a place in the hearts of millions. The first museum in the world dedicated to the history of childhood, it displays toys and...
National Museum of Scotland
Explore the diversity of the natural world, world cultures, art and design, science and technology and Scottish history, all under one roof at the National...
National War Museum
The National War Museum is housed in Edinburgh, and forms part of National Museums Scotland. It is located within Edinburgh Castle, and admission is included...
Nelson Monument
The Nelson Monument was built in memory of Admiral Lord Nelson, who died at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. Weather permitting, the Trafalgar flag signal...
Newhailes House and Gardens
Discover 300 years of Scottish history through this magnificent and carefully conserved neo-Palladian villa.
Prestongrange Museum
Prestongrange is a free open- air museum, that tells 700 years of industrial heritage history. Family friendly, with lots to see and do!
Traquair House
Traquair is a unique piece of living history welcoming visitors from all over the world. Enjoy the house, extensive grounds, maze, craft workshops, Garden Cafe and the famous Brewery!
Trinity House
Trinity House was once the base of the Incorporation of Mariners and Shipmasters and this elegant Georgian house now holds an outstanding collection of maritime treasures.
History And Heritage in Fife
Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum
State of the art interactive displays, weaving demonstrations,temporary exhibitions, children’s activities, a delightful café & garden, museum shop and a unique events space.
Museum Of Communication
One of Scotland's only museums of communication, with a regular programme of exhibitions and events.
St Andrews Castle
St Andrews Castle was a bishop’s palace, a fortress and a state prison during its 450-year history.
History And Heritage in Glasgow
Glasgow Archaeological Society
For over 155 years, the Glasgow Archaeological Society has been fostering public awareness of the importance of archaeology in increasing our understanding...
History And Heritage in Lanarkshire
Lanarkshire Family History Society
Lanarkshire Family History Society is a charitable organization which encourages the research of genealogy and general interests of Lanarkshire.The object...
History And Heritage in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Kilted Cousins Family Trees
Kilted Cousins Family Trees is a highly professional family business, offering a bespoke and personalised Scottish family history research service. What...
Renfrewshire Family History Society
Renfrewshire Family History Society was founded in March 1999 and has Charitable status. It exists to promote the study of Family History, based on the...
Renfrewshire History
Renfrewshire as we know it today is much smaller than it was in the past. In the context of history “Renfrewshire” refers to the Old County of...
History And Heritage in Stirling and Falkirk
Cambuskenneth Abbey
Originally known as the Abbey of St Mary or the Abbey of Stirling, Cambuskenneth Abbey rapidly gathered considerable wealth and influence because of its...
Church of the Holy Rude
Founded in 12th century, the Church of the Holy Rude is the second oldest building in Stirling.The church occupies a magnificent location on the shoulder...
Dunblane Cathedral
Dunblane Cathedral is the larger of the two Church of Scotland parish churches serving Dunblane, near the city of Stirling, in central Scotland.It dates...
Friends of the Stirling Smith
The Friends exist in order to help and support the Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum, which stands in Dumbarton Road, Stirling beneath the historic castle.
The Battle of Bannockburn Visitor Centre
Built in 2014, our award-winning visitor centre is inspired by traditional Scottish architecture and is a welcoming and accommodating venue for all ages...
The National Wallace Monument
The Wallace Monument stands tall and proud outside the city of Stirling, overlooking the scene of Scotland’s victory at The Battle of Stirling Bridge...
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