Living History at our sites
During your visit look out for our living history character. They will be on hand to tell you more about the site, the character and time period they are portraying, as well as posing for photos!
Our performers will be at various sites on selected days throughout the Easter holidays, between Saturday 1 April and Sunday 16 April. We have various characters from throughout history ready to tell the tales of Scotland’s past, so come and say hello.
What's more, it is all included in the price of admission and free to members! Just book your ticket and pop along. Please check site information for opening times.
You can also join us on Sat 8 and Sun 9 April at Sweetheart Abbey between 10am and 4pm to mark 750 years since Lady Devorguilla requested the building of an abbey in memory of her husband Lord John Balliol, now known as Sweetheart Abbey. Meet our Lord and Lady re-enactors and find out more about their story. Please note access is to the cloister only.
Living History at Edinburgh Castle
As you wander round the castle during the Easter holidays (Saturday 1 to Sunday 16 April) be on the lookout for our living history character. They will be on hand to tell you more about the castle, the character and time period they are portraying as well as posing for photos!
Our roving performer will be at the castle on selected days, it is all included in the price of admission and free to members! Just book your ticket and pop along. Please check site information for opening times.
What's more, it is all included in the price of admission and free to members! Tickets often sell out in advance. Book your tickets online in advance for the best price and to guarantee entry.
Not a Member? Join now to start enjoying benefitsIf you would like more information on our Living History please contact the events team on 0131 668 8885 or events@hes.scot