Discover what life for Robert the Bruce was really like!

Learn about medieval society and find out how people of the era lived and fought for independence. Examine replica medieval clothing, armour, weaponry and siege equipment.

Interview a medieval knight or foot soldier from the time, or come face-to-face with Robert the Bruce.

Let one of our experienced costumed guides escort you around the Borestone and explain the events of the Battle of Bannockburn.

Special events include a chance to meet the experts - chat to our resident Medieval historian and author Dr Chris Brown (dates to be confirmed).

Please note that activities vary daily.

Dates:
Tuesday 1 July 2008 - Friday 31 October 2008

Times:
10am-4pm daily, from July 1 to October 31.

Price:
Normal admission charges apply

Contact:
0844 493 2139

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2-2:40pm, every Tuesday during July and August.

Dates:
Tuesday 1 July 2008 - Sunday 31 August 2008

Times:
2-2:40pm, every Tuesday during July and August.

Price:
Free with Entrance

Contact:
Places limited, book on 01770 302202.

Booking:
Places limited, book on 01770 302202.

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Who’d have thought writing could kill you?

Someone knew that Colonel Cockburn always licked the end of his pencil when writing. That’s how he got poisoned! There are just too many suspects – that’s why Chief Constable Sir Robert Ferguson has asked Chief Inspector Bowden to investigate.

Can you help?

Booking not necessary – just follow the clues in your own time and post your answer in the box provided.

Dates:
Tuesday 1 July 2008 - Sunday 31 August 2008

Times:
Every day at Pollok House, Pollok Country Park, 10am – 5pm (last entry 4.30pm)

Price:
Free with admission to Pollok House

Contact:
Telephone: 0844 493 2202, email: pollokhouse@nts.org.uk

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Pick up an entry form at the Castle (£1.00 each during July and August 2008) then follow the clues around the Castle, answer the questions and return your completed form to enter a prize draw, which will be held at the end of August 2008.

Dates:
Tuesday 1 July 2008 - Sunday 31 August 2008

Times:
10.30am until 5.00pm each day

Price:
£1.00 per Mystery Trail entry (in addition to normal Castle admission charges).

Contact:
0844 493 2149

Booking:
Not required.

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