The National Trust for Scotland’s Georgian House, which is next door to the First Minister’s official residence Bute House, starts its summer activities programme this Saturday 28 June.

Youngsters can sample Georgian fashions first-hand, getting dressed up in historic garb or try out the Georgian equivalent of texting - the quill pen. There are lots of other creative opportunities offered in the grand surroundings at the Georgian House too.

Property Manager Sheonagh Martin said:

“In Georgian times, children were expected to be seen and not heard. Thankfully, times have changed and we hope to hear lots of laughter in the Georgian House this summer as our younger visitors get dressed up in mob caps and cravats and get a glimpse of what life was like in Georgian times.”

Children’s events run daily at the Georgian House from 10am – 5pm. Activities are included in the entry price which is £5 per adult and £14 per family.

For more information, please call 0844 493 2118.