Families visiting Caerlaverock Castle this summer can meet characters from Scotland’s past as part of Historic Environment Scotland’s (HES) popular Living History programme running Mondays to Wednesdays from Monday 30 June until Wednesday 13 August.
Highlights include Wednesdays with the fletcher, who will demonstrate how arrows were crafted for war and hunting – and reveal how medieval surgery tackled arrow wounds with ingenious tools – no gore involved. On Mondays and Tuesdays, other costumed performers will bring to life different aspects of Scottish history and castle life.
Gillian Urquhart, Events Manager at HES, said:
“Living History is a much-loved part of our summer programme – kids absolutely love meeting the characters, and adults do too. From surgeons and musicians to skilled craftspeople and colourful courtiers, these interactive encounters bring Scotland’s history to life in a way that’s hands-on, entertaining and completely unique. We look forward to welcoming visitors this summer to experience it for themselves.”
Part of a nationwide programme at 16 historic sites across Scotland, the Living History programme features dynamic costumed performers who bring Scotland’s past vividly to life and is included in admission. To view the full programme, visit the HES website.
Entry is free for Historic Scotland members. The Historic Scotland Explorer Pass also allows visitors to explore 5,000 years of history over just 14 days. Entry to Caerlaverock Castle, as well as sites across Scotland, is free for Explorer Pass holders.