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Some flowers and herbs in a mortal and pestle

On until Sunday 3 November 2024
Edinburgh Castle
Living History
Technical Level:
Nature, Halloween
Edinburgh Castle
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Potion Maker's Trail

Children are invited to find the answers to break the spell on the castle. A certificate and sticker are awarded at the end.

On until Tuesday 15 October 2024
Edinburgh Castle
Living History
Technical Level:
HES, Edinburgh Castle
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Make your own peg doll

Join us to make your own peg dolls inspired by Mary, Queen of Scots

A group of people intently looking at a display in a museum setting; the display is a small white house indicating heat loss from a building. Another person is pointing something out as if explaining the display.

Monday 14 October 2024
Engine Shed
Lecture
Technical Level: Least technical
Technical Conservation, Architecture
Enthusiast, Professional
HES, Engine Shed, Learn
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Exploring Micro-volunteering in the Inner Forth

Join us to find out how small actions can make a big difference to the historic buildings and natural environment in the Inner Forth area.

On until Friday 18 October 2024
Edinburgh Castle
Living History
Technical Level:
HES, Edinburgh Castle
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The Herbologist

James Buchanan, an itinerant Apothecary who travels from town to town, has arrived at the castle to attend to the needs of the Garrison.

An aerial view of a castle surrounded by floodwater

Tuesday 15 October 2024
Engine Shed
Lecture
Technical Level: Quite technical
Research, Sustainability, Technical Conservation
Enthusiast, Professional
HES, Engine Shed, Learn
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Climate Change, Energy Efficiency and Adaptive Re-use of Buildings

We will discuss climate change and the significant issues impacting Scotland’s historic environment. We will also examine the basic principles of making traditional Scottish buildings more energy efficient, with insights into current practical techniques.