Historic Scotland events programme launched

Historic Scotland has launched its 2012 events programme, with a diverse range of events, beginning with an 'enchanted Easter' at Stirling Castle.

The 2012 events programme for Historic Scotland has been announced, with a diverse programme of events, starting with an 'enchanted Easter' event at Stirling Castle on 7 and 8 April, where visitors can meet a 1,000 year old wizard and learn about James IV's personal alchemist.

Stephen Duncan, Historic Scotland’s Director of Commercial and Tourism said:  'Our diverse events showcase our spectacular past at some of the most iconic, historic sites in Scotland, including Edinburgh Castle, Stirling Castle, Urquhart Castle, St Andrews Cathedral, Dallas Dhu Distillery, Aberdour Castle and Gardens, Arbroath Abbey and Holyrood Park.

'Last year’s events were very popular and with many people choosing to take a staycation this year, they provide a great day out for all the family to find out  about Scotand’s history and heritage in an exciting and entertaining way.

'Nothing can beat the excitement of witnessing dramatic battle re-enactments, hearing the clash of swords, the thunder of hooves and the roar of musket fire. Our programme also features drama, comedy, music and dance with events which showcase the splendour of Renaissance courtly life, to musical performances and living history cameos.'

For more on the events, visit Historic Scotland's events website.

For all the latest history and archaeology events around Scotland, see each issue of History Scotland and Scottish Memories.

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