| 22 October 10.30am |
Growing up in Corstorphine in the 1950s This lecture will take the form of a personal reminiscence of growing up as a child in the 1950s and early 1960s in the suburb of Edinburgh. These were the days when life seemed altogether simpler and the sun shone all through the summer while winters were snow filled. School holidays were filled with pastimes such as playing football in the street and taking part in back garden plays; whilst a big day out was to Portobello in the tram! Gordon Roberts is a retired teacher of English and drama. He is the chairperson of Edinburgh Living History and directs amateur dramatic plays in his home town of Dunbar. The lecture image shows Gordon with his younger sister, Frances, in their back garden in Corstorphine. Frances was the founder of Edinburgh Living History and is very sadly missed. | Book here |
| 16 November 3pm–5pm |
Death is a Nightmare - Murder Mystery
An original murder mystery by Edinburgh Living History. Algernon Greystoke is the leader of an Edwardian sect, which is obsessed with the supernatural. He has summoned the other members to his grand house for a weekend to delve into the mysteries of the occult. Something unexpectedly fatal occurs! Can you solve the mystery of who – or indeed what – is responsible and why?
A light Edwardian-style afternoon tea will be served during the interval. |
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| 3 December 1pm, 2pm |
A welcome to Lauriston Castle on International Day of Persons with Disabilities We have created a special tour of the Castle as a digital presentation in our Maids' Hall to provide step-free access to the Castle. This will offer step-free access to the for those with limited mobility. Some of our costumed performers will serve you some tea and cake and you will be transported back to Edwardian times. You can have an opportunity to try on some hats and other Edwardian style accessories and learn about the life of the downstairs staff. You will also get a chance to see some special seasonal films about the Castle. Please note although the the Maids' Hall is all on one level, we have no accessible toilet in the Castle. There is an accessible toilet in the grounds a short distance from the Castle. | Book here |