7 October 2008

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Locals will have the opportunity to preview a newly redisplayed collection of more than 30 Pictish stones at the St Vigeans museum, near Arbroath. The museum is currently undergoing refurbishment, but on 10 October it will open its doors for one day only as a sneak preview before it officially opens next Easter.

7 October 2008

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Gaelic speakers and visitors from Russia and China can now read all about Edinburgh Castle in their own languages. The new translations of the castle’s official souvenir guide are going on sale in response to changes in the tourism market. China and Russia are among the developing markets where economic expansion means that increasing numbers of people are taking holidays in overseas destinations like Scotland.

6 October 2008

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Children can enjoy some arty fun at one of Scotland’s best historic attractions – and it’s free to get in. Fort George is taking part in this year’s Big Draw, the nationwide campaign to encourage drawing and art.

2 October 2008

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Historic Scotland invites you to step into the shadows of the 1700s and join our guides as they lead you through the dark ruins of Linlithgow Palace.

29 September 2008

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For the month of October, Historic Scotland is inspiring children to discover over 5,000 years of history without having to pay a single penny.