Scotland's Festival of History

Thanks to everyone for helping to make the 2009 Festival a great event, which our visitors enjoyed immensely. Keep checking back here for details about next year's event!

AUGUST 22nd and 23rd 2009

~ Fun for all ages exploring the ages ~

• Viking • Roman • Medieval • 17thC • Napoleonic and more…

Experience History as it happened


10am-5pm daily at Lanark Racecourse, Hyndford Road (A73), Lanark ML11 9SZ.

Be transported back in time to the days of the Roman Legions, the marauding Vikings and the medieval battles of William Wallace and Robert the Bruce.
Meet the 15th century mercenaries, the Marquis of Montrose and his men, and the Napoleonic soldiers back from the wars.
Discover history through the ages with more than 40 activities spanning over 1800 years of history.

  • • Amazing Archery

  • • No holds barred Battles

  • • Cannons & Siege engine

  • • Weapons Displays

  • • Fantastic Falconry

  • • Historic Market

  • • Children’s Activities

  • • Specialist Food & craft stalls

  • • Circus skills workshops for kids

  • • Medieval musicians

  • • Jolly Jugglers

  • • Craft demonstrations

  • • Explore living history camps

  • • Real Ale Tent

Admission

Adults £6, OAPS and advance tickets £5.
Children under 16 £1; Family (2 adults, up to 4 children) £14
Reduced two day tickets available Free car parking
No unaccompanied children


Advance bookings/ further information 07963 128365
or e-mail admin@scotlandsfestivalofhistory.co.uk

 
 

Supported by:

Project part financed by the European Union - Europe and Scotland. Making it work together.
Scottish & Universal Newspapers
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Adcroft Hilton