Living History Scotland Ltd

31/08/2026

31/08/2026

Ladies at work! Step into the Royal Apartments in Stirling Castle today and meet the ladies hard at work in the 16th‑century Stewart Court.

Discover the needlework and embroidery that filled their days, delicate stitches, rich colours and designs inspired by courtly life and European fashion.

Admire their artistry… and if you’ve heard any gossip from the other royal courts, they’ll be all ears.

30/08/2026

Today we mark the anniversary of the baptism of Prince Henry, son of James VI of Scots, right here at Stirling Castle, a moment of royal celebration that echoed through the kingdom.

Step into the Royal Apartments and meet the staff who would have been responsible for bringing up the babies of the court. Discover how royal infants were dressed, fed, soothed and educated, and learn what life looked like for the tiniest members of Scotland’s Renaissance court.

Join us throughout the day in the Royal Apartments.

29/08/2026

Step into the Royal Apartments at Stirling Castle today and meet John Kincaid, who’ll be sharing the noble art of venerie, the skills, knowledge and traditions behind hunting in the royal court.

Discover how hunters tracked, read and understood the landscape, and explore the tools and techniques that shaped this essential part of 16th‑century life.

16/08/2026

Galeón Andalucía at Ayr Harbour, worth a Visit!

The Galeón Andalucía is currently docked at Ayr Harbour, and it’s a stunning sight, a full scale replica of a 17th‑century Spanish galleon built in 2014. We visited on Saturday 15th August, and although the queue looked long, it moved fairly quickly. Boarding is via one gangplank, so it does slow things down when people are getting on and off.

Once aboard, the ship is wonderfully atmospheric, narrow passageways, lots of steep steps, and rooms filled with replica furnishings, maps, hammocks, and information panels about daily life for the sailors who once crewed ships like this. It’s genuinely fascinating but not suitable for anyone with mobility issues due to the tight spaces and constant up and down.

The official website mentions interactive exhibits and live demonstrations, but we didn’t encounter any during our visit. Maybe we just missed them, but worth noting if you’re expecting hands‑on activities.

Overall, a great experience and well worth a look. Tickets start at £6, with family tickets up to £30 (age restrictions apply) if bought online. Just be prepared for a bit of a wait when disembarking as that single gangplank creates a bottleneck!