Take
a closer look at the Palace of Holyroodhouse this summer
The Palace at
Work 19 - 21 & 26 - 28 July, 11:00 - 15:00
Using pictures
and objects from a special activity bag, explore the rooms used for royal engagements,
see where The Queen greets her guests and learn about the many ceremonies that
take place at the Palace. Visit the new Order
of the Thistle display and then design your own badge and add your favourite
motto.
The art-based
activities are suitable for children between 5 and 11 years of age and are run
on a drop-in basis. Standard admission
prices apply. A family ticket (2 adults,
3 under 17s) costs £24.50. Tickets purchased
directly from the Royal Collection entitle you to register for a year's
unlimited admission.
Garden Tours 2 & 3, 9 & 10 August, 11:00,
12:00, 13:00 and 14:00
Join a guided family
tour through the gardens of the Palace of Holyroodhouse and uncover their
fascinating history. Learn about the
lion that once lived in the 900-year-old Abbey and find out about a very special
royal party attended by 8,000 people.
Tours last approximately 45 minutes. Standard admission prices
apply. A family ticket (2 adults, 3
under 17s) costs £24.50. Tickets purchased
directly from the Royal Collection entitle you to register for a year's
unlimited admission.
Visitor information is available from www.royalcollection.org.uk
or 0131 556 5100.
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