Events & Days Out For Everyone!

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1 WSREC presents Roots Scotland Spring / Summer Bulletin April 2016 Events & Days Out For Everyone! A fun filled issue full of information on events being held by Historic Environment Scotland and other historic attractions celebrating 5000 years of Scottish history. FAMILY DAYS OUT JUST 7.24 / MONTH member Introduction Welcome to our eleventh bulletin packed with exciting historical events for the spring and summer This bulletin is organised by West of Scotland Regional Equality Council (WSREC) who is funded by Historic Environment Scotland (formerly known as Historic Scotland) until March The main aim of the project is to raise awareness of Scotland s historic environment to all communities in particular minority communities who have settled in Scotland over the last few years. This bulletin includes details of open events that are running throughout Scotland in the spring and summer months which will mark the celebration of people and places telling the story of a nation with over 5000 years of history. So join us in retracing the footsteps of various historic figures bringing the past to life at castles, palaces and other historic attractions. Read on the fantastic programme which is sure to be an attraction to individuals from all communities regardless of cultural background and also ages. Introduction to WSREC project Roots Scotland Roots Scotland will be running a number of events in the following months. If you are looking for more information, please contact: WSREC Napiershall Street Centre 39 Napiershall Street Glasgow G20 6EZ T: Ghzala gkhan@wsrec.co.uk Suzanne sbingham@wsrec.co.uk Roots Scotland is funded by Historic Environment Scotland

2 APRIL 2016 Various The Art of Design 11am Stirling Castle Join us over the Easter Holidays and take part in art and craft activities. Discover Renaissance designs before creating your own masterpiece. Sat 23 Scottish Songs 1.30pm Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum Relax and enjoy live Scottish songs in our Scottish Gallery. (Free admission) Fri 29 Moray s Uprising 12pm Urquhart Castle Hear the tale of how Andrew de Moray later the victor at the battle of Stirling Bridge ambushed the castle s constable Sir William FitzWarin during the Wars of Independence.

3 Fri 29 Sat 30 Meet the Excise Man Dallas Dhu Illegal whisky skills are popping up all over the Highlands. Join us to learn about the Smuggling techniques used during the Victorian times. 12pm Till Sun 24 Exhibition: Ripples on the Pond Gallery of Modern Art Ripples on the Pond is a Glasgow Museums collection exhibition and is designed as a conversation between works by women on paper and moving image. For more information, please visit: exhibitions/pages/gallery-4.aspx Venue opening hours For information on more Historic Environment Scotland events, please visit:

4 MAY 2016 Sun 1 Sat 7 Sun 8 Sat 14 Sun 15 A Grand Day Out Duff House Experience Duff House at the turn of the 20th Century as the Duke of Fife welcomes you for a fun family day out. The Downfall of the de Vauxs Darleton Castle Join the Medieval de Vauxs as they defend their castle from the besieging English army. (Included in the admission cost) In Vogue Stirling Castle Join the fashion show of the centuries. Gain an insight into magnificent Renaissance style to discover innovative costumes, textiles and jewellery. And learn about the international connections that shaped the fashions that were in vogue in 16th century Scotland. Wander through the castle and experience the grandeur of the architecture and visit the palace of the Renaissance monarch, James V. Find out how he expressed his power and majesty through dazzling displays of interior design, architecture and imagery. 12pm 12pm 12pm

5 JUNE 2016 Sat 11 The Rock of Ages 12pm Dumbarton Castle For over 1,000 years Dumbarton Castle has witnessed many changes; social technological and more. Join us to relieve the centuries, from Roman and Vikings to WWI & II, and discover the changes each era brought to Scotland. Join us to watch over 100 performers bring history to life. Visit the blacksmith s forge and discover how blades and bows were made. See how fashions evolved and learn how this magnificent castle has been maintained over the years. (Buy tickets online in advance and save 10%) Sat 11 Trinity am Trinity House Join us to celebrate 200 years of Trinity House and enjoy fun family craft activities and take a tour Leith maritime history. (Free) Sun 12 Dundonald and Bruce 6.30pm Dundonald Castle Step back into 1298 and discover how Robert the Bruce laid-waste to Dundonald Castle during the Scottish Wars of Independence. For information on more Historic Environment Scotland events, please visit:

6 Thur 23 Scottish Chambers Orchestra 8am Stirling Castle The Scottish Chambers of Orchestra presents a carnival of music expertly lead by Pablo Gonzalez. Expect a spell-binding musical adventure. (Tickets available from Albert Halls Box Office) Thur 30 Danny the Champion of the World 6.30pm Duff House Join Danny and his Father William the most exciting Dad a boy has ever had as they embark on the adventure of a lifetime. A magnificent adventure for all the family. (More details on website) JULY 2016 Sat 2 Sun 3 Spectacular Jousting Linlithgow Palace His Grace the King of Scotland invites you to join him and the queen for two days of action and excitement at his royal tournament. Over the weekend you can meet the retinue and cheer on your favourite as they fight for victory. They will battle it out on foot, in archery and in a dazzling display of horsemanship pm Drop in the palace, discover the camps on the Peel and learns more about the weapons and armour in medieval times. (Adult 12, Concession 9.50, Child 7. Free for Historic Environment Scotland members.) For less than 4 a month, you can become a member of Historic Environment Scotland

7 Sat 13 As You Like it 7pm Duff House With her Father the Duke banished and in exile, Rosalind and her cousin Celia leave their lives in the court behind them and journey into the forest of Arden. (More details on website) Sat 16 As You Like it 7pm Bothwell Castle See above entry for details. Sat 16 The Keys to the Castle 12pm Sun17 Aberdour Castle Step into the early 14th century and hear the tale of when King Robert the Bruce gifted Aberdour Castle to Sir Thomas Randolph for his role in the Wars of Independence.

8 Sat 23 Sun 24 Wed 27 Thu 28 Fri 29 The Fight to the End Caerlaverock Castle In 1640, Caerlaverock Castle came under a prolong and bitter siege from a Covenanter army. Meet Covenanters and discover more about the weeks of assault. A Midsummer Night s Dream Stirling Castle Hermia loves Lysander and Helena loves Demetrius But Demetrius is supposed to be marrying Hermia... When the Duke of Athens tries to enforce the marriage, the lovers take refuge in the woods and wander into the midst of dispute. (More details on website) A Midsummer Night s Dream Caerlaverock Castle See above entry for details 12pm 7.30pm 7.30pm For information on more Historic Environment Scotland events, please visit:

9 AUGUST 2016 Thur 11 A Midsummer Night s Dream 7.30pm Urquhart Castle Hermia loves Lysander and Helena loves Demetrius But Demetrius is supposed to be marrying Hermia... When the Duke of Athens tries to enforce the marriage, the lovers take refuge in the woods and wander into the midst of dispute. (More details on website) Fri 12 A Midsummer Night s Dream 7.30pm Elgin Cathedral See above entry for details. Sat 13 The Stuart s Struggle 12pm Fort George Join us to find out more about the three major Jacobite risings and discover the causes and myths surrounding these events. Till Sun 14 Fossil Hunters Various Unearthing the Mystery of Life on Land National Museum of Scotland Discover how life on earth moved from water onto land million ago through ground-breaking discoveries made in Scotland. (Free)

10 SEPTEMBER 2016 Sat 3 The Siege on the Forth 12pm Sun 4 Blackness Castle Join us to discover more about the castle that guards the Firth of the Forth. Learn about its role in the history of the Inner Forth Estuary and meet the medieval and Covenanter armies. (Included in the admission cost) Sat 24 Holding the Key to Scotland 12pm Stirling Castle The year is 1651 and Stirling Castle is the focus of English military activity in Scotland after the Scots field army marched into England under Charles II. Meet the defenders and hear the roar of their cannon. (Included in the admission cost). All year round Discover the National Museum Various National Museum of Scotland Take an introductory tour around the National Museum of Scotland and discover the stories about selected objects. (Free)

11 WSREC West of Scotland Regional Equality Council work in the West of Scotland to promote equal opportunities for minority ethnic communities. Our projects include working with youth groups tackling religiously motivated crime, Central and Eastern European migrants advice and support, working with young Roma communities. WSREC also support community planning partners and other organisations who are trying to bridge the gaps in service provision. We have a number of volunteers with our project and also co-ordinate volunteers through a set project which aims to build capacity for individuals. KEEP UP TO DATE WITH HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND alerts Keep up to date with events and promotions by registering for alerts. Subscribe at Text alerts Get event updates straight to your phone when you sign up to text alerts service. Visit for more information Sneak preview Get a taste for what s in store at Historic Environment Scotland fantastic events this year. Watch events teaser trailer on Become a member Get unlimited access to Historic Environment Scotland attractions all year round when you become a member. Benefits also include a quarterly membership magazine and free entry to over 400 Historic Environment Scotland events. For details ask at any site, or visit For more information log on to our website on: For more information on this bulletin and upcoming events with ROOTS SCOTLAND Contact: Ghzala Khan gkhan@wsrec.co.uk Suzanne Bingham sbingham@wsrec.co.uk HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND Longmore House Salisbury Place Edinburgh EH9 1SH Tel: