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History events in East Renfrewshire

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Events in East Renfrewshire

Hands On Heritage

Selected dates between 16th September 2025 - 16th December 2025

Every month the team at East Renfrewshire Culture & Leisure's Heritage Collection will select some of their most interesting treasures and share the stories behind them at Hands On Heritage!

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Heritage Talk: Witchcraft in the Shire of Renfrew

28th October 2025

Join local historian Lorraine Murray to separate fact from fiction as she discusses Witchcraft in the Shire of Renfrew at Barrhead Foundry on Tuesday 28th October.

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History of Patterton and Darnley Ranges

9th November 2025

Here's another chance to visit the Patterton and Darnley rifle and pistol ranges if you missed it last year, and before it takes a break.

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Glasgow Science Centre
East Renfrewshire Culture
Open Pass Scotland
Renfrewshire Council

History Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians

Here's a selection of History Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:

Come for the Yacht, stay for the scones

Come for the Yacht, stay for the scones

11th October 2025 - 26th October 2025

Are you looking for something fun to do this October holidays in Edinburgh? Then bring the whole crew and follow in the footsteps of Royalty aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia!

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Curatorial Talk: The Patrons of the Renaissance

Curatorial Talk: The Patrons of the Renaissance

27th February 2026

Join Martin Clayton, Head of Prints and Drawings at Royal Collection Trust, for this lunchtime lecture as he discusses the vital role of patrons in the creation of Italian Renaissance art.

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Witches or Healers

Witches or Healers

13th October 2025 - 31st October 2025

Hear the story of Agnes Sampson, a woman accused of witchcraft and discover the scents of some of the herbs Agnes would have been familiar with as she worked as a local healer.

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History Events in Fife

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

Anster Nicht: More Than Leeches? Weird and Wonderful New Discoveries in Medieval Medicine

Anster Nicht: More Than Leeches? Weird and Wonderful New Discoveries in Medieval Medicine

19th March 2026

Join Professor James Palmer from the University of St Andrews as he gives us an entertaining tour of new discoveries that have transformed what we know about medieval medicine!

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Falkland Palace Ghost Tours 2025

Falkland Palace Ghost Tours 2025

Selected dates between 6th September 2025 - 18th October 2025

Come along to Falkland Palace this September and October for an after-hours journey through its dark history and ghostly legends.

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St Andrews: The Dark Side Walking Tour

St Andrews: The Dark Side Walking Tour

31st October 2025 - 1st November 2025

Back for its fourth year, uncover St Andrews' deepest secrets and darkest skeletons on this 1.5 hour tour run by Walking Tours in St Andrews this Halloween!

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History Events in Glasgow

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

Glasgow School of Art Archives & Collections Tour

Glasgow School of Art Archives & Collections Tour

Selected dates between 3rd April 2025 - 4th December 2025

Explore the fascinating history of The Glasgow School of Art with an exclusive tour of their Archives and Collections at The Whisky Bond on the first Thursday of each month!

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Capturing the Moment: Glasgow Then and Now

Capturing the Moment: Glasgow Then and Now

13th June 2025 - 21st December 2025

To celebrate Glasgow's 850th anniversary, students from Shawlands Academy have teamed up with Glasgow Life Museums to celebrate by curating this touring exhibition!

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Mackintosh on Film

Mackintosh on Film

29th October 2025

Join the National Library of Scotland at Kelvin Hall on Wednesday 29th October for an evening showcasing Charles Rennie Mackintosh in film!

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History Events in Lanarkshire

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

Hamilton Mausoleum Tour

Hamilton Mausoleum Tour

Selected dates between 8th February 2025 - 22nd November 2025

Take a tour of one of the finest private tombs in the country and the town's most striking historic landmark, Hamilton Mausoleum.

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Everything Flows: Music in North Lanarkshire

Everything Flows: Music in North Lanarkshire

28th June 2025 - 19th October 2025

Come hear the memories of local musicians, see costumes, photos and records through the decades or even just come for a boogie at the Everything Flows: Music in North Lanarkshire exhibition!

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Reminisce and Reunite - 1st Hamilton Girls’ Brigade 70th Birthday

Reminisce and Reunite - 1st Hamilton Girls’ Brigade 70th Birthday

23rd October 2025

Join 1st Hamilton Girls' Brigade on Thursday 23rd October as they open their doors to celebrate their 70th Birthday!

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History Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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

History Cafe: Views Of Renfrewshire

History Cafe: Views Of Renfrewshire

18th October 2025

Join Renfrewshire Heritage in Blend Coffee Lounge at Paisley Arts Centre on Saturday 18th October for their in-person History Cafe discussing Views Of Renfrewshire.

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Paisley Heritage Group Walking Tour: The Three Witch Trials Of Paisley

Paisley Heritage Group Walking Tour: The Three Witch Trials Of Paisley

26th October 2025

Join Gayle Pollock and Rachael Smith as they take you on a walking tour of Paisley exploring the history of the town's three witch trials.

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The Witches Of Renfrewshire - Book Launch & Talk

The Witches Of Renfrewshire - Book Launch & Talk

29th October 2025

Join Brian Hannan, author of The Witches Of Renfrewshire as he launches the book with a special event at Skirlies Cafe on Wednesday 29th October.

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History Events in Stirling

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

Stirling Ghostwalk

Stirling Ghostwalk

3rd January 2025 - 27th December 2025

Take a tour of the strange tales and stranger characters of Stirling's Old Town on the Stirling Ghostwalk... comedy, drama, fact and fable - fun for boys & ghouls of all ages!

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Andrew John Williamson Memorial Public Lecture 2025

Andrew John Williamson Memorial Public Lecture 2025

6th November 2025

At a moment of acute geopolitical instability, the Andrew John Williamson Public Lecture, delivered by General Sir Patrick Sanders, will reflect on Antonio Gramsci’s enduring observation.

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Remembered: 80 years since the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki

Remembered: 80 years since the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki

6th October 2025 - 14th November 2025

In the 80th year since the bombing, the University of Stirling is hosting an exhibition from the Nagasaki National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims. 

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Events in Other Areas

Highlight Talks

Highlight Talks

Selected dates between 8th October 2025 - 24th June 2026

On selected days throughout the year the team at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum and volunteers hold a Highlight Talk exploring the life and works of Robert Burns!

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Sponsored Links

The Quay
Media Shop
Hilton Glasgow
ATG
Hostelworld

Sponsored Links

Glasgow Science Centre
East Renfrewshire Culture
Open Pass Scotland
Renfrewshire Council
The Quay
Media Shop
Hilton Glasgow
ATG
Hostelworld

Popular Events

A Very, Merry, Clarkston Christmas
One of the most popular festive events in East Renfrewshire, 'A Very, Merry, Clarkston Christmas', makes its return to Clarkston Halls & Car Park on Saturday 15th November!
Christmas Wreath Making Workshop
Deck the halls with your own handmade wreath this year! Indulge in a glass of fizz and settle in for an afternoon of fun and creativity at The Redhurst Hotel's Christmas Wreath Making Workshop.
A Night To Remember: Motown Show
Be prepared for a high energy show, packed with the greatest Motown hits of all time when A Night To Remember: Motown Show comes to Eastwood Park Theatre on Thursday 25th June!
Festive Party Nights
Whether you're celebrating with friends, booking your work party, or fancy a night out with the other half - the Busby Hotel have got an events calendar packed full of ultimate party nights!
Breakfast With Santa
Join Santa for a tasty breakfast at The Bubsy Hotel ahead of his busy Christmas schedule on Sunday 14th or Sunday 21st December!

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