History events in East Renfrewshire

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Events in East Renfrewshire

History

Hands On Heritage

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

ERCL Heritage Store, Thornliebank

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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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:

Underground Unlocked at The Real Mary King’s Close

Selected dates between 4th December 2025 - 11th December 2025

For two unforgettable nights, experience The Real Mary King’s Close as it once was, bustling, full of life and echoing with the voices of those who lived and worked beneath the Royal Mile.

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Edinburgh Nuclear Bunker Tour

25th October 2025 - 27th December 2026

Don't miss an amazing opportunity to see part of Scotland's Cold War History on the Barnton Nuclear Bunker Tours every Saturday and Sunday!

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Showcase: Ripley Alchemical Scroll

28th January 2026

Join us at the Physicians’ Gallery on 28th January as we explore the Philosophers’ Stone and the secret to eternal life!

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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:

The Light Beneath the Stone

27th November 2025

Join storyteller Beverley Bryant with musicians Stuart Williamson and Steve Saunders of Celtic Spirit, for a haunting evening inspired by the story of Lilias Adie!

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Anster Nicht: Finding the Fairy Queen's Voice

19th February 2026

For decades, an enigmatic figurehead, known as The Fairy Queen, has been displayed in the Scottish Fisheries Museum. But where did it come from, and what does it symbolise?

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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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History Events in Glasgow

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

Theatre Royal Glasgow Building And Heritage Tour

Selected dates between 15th November 2025 - 13th December 2025

This exceptional insight into the Theatre Royal Glasgow is your chance to get to know the building like you never have before and grab some historical facts along the way!

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From Pit To Pitch: A Story Of Coal Seams & Football Dreams

20th November 2024 - 31st December 2025

From Pit To Pitch: A Story Of Coal Seams & Football Dreams at the Scottish Football Museum explores the links between mining and football in Scotland.

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Themed Tours at The Burrell Collection

Selected dates between 6th November 2025 - 27th November 2025

Join the Burrell Collection's expert Volunteer Guides as they take you on a journey through the collection with free themed weekly tours.

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History Events in Lanarkshire

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:

Paisley After Dark: The Darkside Tour - Launch Night

27th November 2025

Step into Paisley after dark with a brand new evening walking experience created in collaboration between Paisley Tours and Paisley Darkside Historical Walking Tours!

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Paisley & District U3A Talks: Robert Tannahill’s Life In Poetry & Song

4th December 2025

Fans of Paisley's weaver poet, Robert Tannahill can celebrate his achievements on Thursday 4 December at the last Paisley & District U3A Talk of 2025!

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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

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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Burns an’ a’ that

25th January 2026

Join us at Stirling Castle to celebrate burns an' a' that and why not have a go at addressing the haggis!

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Celebrating International Womens Day

8th March 2026

Come along to Stirling Castle this international women's day to meet some of Scotland's most influential, powerful women as they wander around the Castle.

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Events in Other Areas

Highlight Talks

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

Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Ayr

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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