Visit a Place
Sunday 15 February 2026
This event is now fully booked.
Join us for a tour of Trinity House followed by tales of Shackleton's life. A bored school boy, a sailor in the Merchant Navy, dabbles with journalism, attempts to become a politician, life in Edinburgh, the extraordinary women who supported him and his incredible leadership skills that led to the ultimate story of survival.
Suitable for age 12yrs+
10% discount for anyone with an EH6 postcode, use code EH610 when booking tickets. You will need to provide proof of address on arrival at the event.
Book ticketsFree car parking is available for users of the Kirkgate Shopping Centre and is limited to 90 minutes after which a charge applies.
Free on-street parking is available nearby.
There is disabled access to the ground floor of the house only.
The vaults are accessed via steep stairs.
For full access details please visit www.historicenvironment.scot/visit-a-place/places-trinity-house/access