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History Events in Stirling in August 2024

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Events in Stirling

Stirling Ghostwalk

5th January 2024 - 21st December 2024

Join Stirling Old Town's most grumblesome Ghoul, the Happy Hangman, Jock Rankin, on a creepy, comic guided ghostwalk!

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Scotland’s National Hero

10th February 2024 - 27th October 2024

Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.

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History Events in East Renfrewshire

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:

Arthur’s Secrets

Arthur’s Secrets

16th April 2024 - 26th September 2024

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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Balmwell Storytelling Walk

Balmwell Storytelling Walk

23rd August 2024

Take a journey from the beautiful gardens of Gracemount Mansion to the ancient healing Balmwell on this walking tour hosted by our wonderful storyteller Jane Mather!

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ScotlandsFest: You Are What You Wear - Eunice Olumide

ScotlandsFest: You Are What You Wear - Eunice Olumide

15th August 2024

Join Scottish supermodel Eunice Olumide MBE as she discusses everything you want to know about the fashion industry.

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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:

Object Explorer - Family Drop-in

Object Explorer - Family Drop-in

8th August 2024

Join us at The Scottish Fisheries Museum on 8th August and explore interesting items up close with the behind-the-scenes museum staff! ASN-Friendly and open to all ages.

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Heritage Tour: East End of St Andrews

Heritage Tour: East End of St Andrews

Selected dates between 25th May 2024 - 28th September 2024

Enjoy a fascinating Heritage Tour of the East End of St Andrews and explore the rich history of this beautiful area with knowledgeable and local guides!

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Dysart Townhouse Museum - Sunday Opening

Dysart Townhouse Museum - Sunday Opening

Selected dates between 30th June 2024 - 15th September 2024

Dysart Townhouse Museum will be open every Sunday afternoon from June 30th until September 15th so come along and explore the history of Dysart and Kirkcaldy!

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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:

Historic Tours of Glasgow University

Historic Tours of Glasgow University

Selected dates between 5th January 2024 - 15th December 2024

Join a historic walking tour of the University of Glasgow the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world!

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Behind The Scenes Tour of GMRC

Behind The Scenes Tour of GMRC

Selected dates between 15th January 2024 - 18th December 2024

Glasgow Museums Resource Centre is home to over a million treasures, come and see for yourself on one of their regular Behind the Scenes Tours!

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Glasgow Necropolis Walking Tours

Glasgow Necropolis Walking Tours

Selected dates between 6th January 2024 - 29th December 2024

The Friends of Glasgow Necropolis run regular friendly and informal walking tours of the Glasgow Necropolis!

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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:

The Battle of The Scheldt, 1944: An Illustrated Talk

The Battle of The Scheldt, 1944: An Illustrated Talk

22nd August 2024

Low Parks Museum is pleased to host an illustrated talk on this pivotal battle of the Second World War, delivered by Colonel Allan Downie.

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Glitz and Glamour The Golden Age of Cinema in Scotland

Glitz and Glamour The Golden Age of Cinema in Scotland

25th May 2024 - 17th August 2024

This colourful exhibition at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre showcases artefacts from Scotland's largest cinema collection!

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Leadhills Miners Library

Leadhills Miners Library

Selected dates between 4th May 2024 - 29th September 2024

Leadhills Miners Library is the oldest subscription library in the British Isles and is now a museum of literature and village life, open weekends May to September!

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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:

Sma’ Shot Cottages

Sma’ Shot Cottages

Selected dates between 1st April 2024 - 30th September 2024

The Sma' Shot Cottages are a major attraction in the Renfrewshire area, providing visitors with an insight into two distinct periods of Paisley's weaving history!

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Paisley Heritage Group Talk & Presentation:The 3 Witch Trials of Paisley

Paisley Heritage Group Talk & Presentation:The 3 Witch Trials of Paisley

19th August 2024

Join Gayle Pollock from The Renfrewshire Witch Hunt 1697 charity as she gives a talk and presentation on the 3 witch trials of Paisley.

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Paisley Heritage Group Event: Mill Movie Night

Paisley Heritage Group Event: Mill Movie Night

26th August 2024

Take a step back in time and visit Ferguslie and Anchor Mills on screen at this special event hosted by Paisley Heritage Group,

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Events in Other Areas

History of Prestwick Airport Walking Tour

History of Prestwick Airport Walking Tour

28th December 2023 - 31st October 2024

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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Largs Viking Festival & Festival of Fire

Largs Viking Festival & Festival of Fire

31st August 2024 - 8th September 2024
Largs

The 2024 Largs Viking Festival & Festival of Fire, marking the 1263 Battle of Largs, will be held between Saturday 31st August and Sunday 8th September!

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Sponsored Links

Hilton Glasgow
ATG
National Trust
Rabbies
Kids Pass

Sponsored Links

Great Run Company
Edinburgh Cocktail Week
Hilton Glasgow
ACME Comic Con
Hilton Glasgow
ATG
National Trust
Rabbies
Kids Pass

Popular Events

Alternative Fayre: Queer Climate Justice Zine Making
Forth Valley Climate Action Hub partner with Coin Operated Press and Stirling Student's Union for this interactive Queer Climate Justice Zine workshop on Friday 13th September!
Stone Set Pendant Workshop
Join us at Central Scotland School of Jewellery on 28th September for a stone set pendant workshop and make yourself a beautiful semi-precious gem and silver necklace in just a day!
New Falkirk Stadium Car Boot Sale
Come and visit Falkirk Stadium Car Boot Sale, the biggest and best car boot sale in the region, every Sunday - weather permitting.... all welcome!
Embroidered Pendants
Come along to Central Scotland School of Craft on Sunday 15th September for a day creating colourful embroidered pendants and wearables with local textile artist Kirstie Campbell!
Beans on Toast
Cult legend and all-round hero ‘Beans on Toast’ will take to the road this winter for The Wild Goose Chase, an extensive tour of the UK, visiting the Tolbooth Stirling on 22nd November!

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Macrobert Arts Centre Stirling Castle The Albert Halls Stirling The National Wallace Monument Tolbooth Stirling