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Ray Harryhausen - Titan Of Cinema
14th June-20th February 2022
Time: 10am to 5pm
Venue: Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art Modern Two
Address: 73 Belford Road, Edinburgh, EH4 3DS
An epic journey into magical movie nostalgia. Without Ray’s pioneering techniques there would be no Star Wars, Wallace and Gromit or Lord of the Rings. Adults from £12, Under 12s free.
Flying Into The Future Trail
26th June-31st October 2021
Time: 10am to 5pm
Venue: National Museum of Flight
Address: East Fortune Airfield, East Lothian, EH39 5LF
Explore the museum with a new family-friendly trail. Learn about the challenges faced by the aviation industry and discover some of the innovative solutions that could be used. Most suitable for families...
Edinburgh Art Festival
29th July-29th August 2021
Time: Times vary
Venue: Edinburgh
Address: Online and venues
The festival will see more than 35 exhibitions across the city, alongside a digital programme of events.
Camping At Dalkeith Country Park
30th July-31st August 2021
Time: Any time
Venue: Dalkeith Country Park
Address: Via King's Gate, Dalkeith EH22 1ST
Campsite pitches include small, medium and large pitches or customers can hire a pre-pitched small or medium tent which include air beds. You can also buy discounted vouchers in advance for breakfast in...
River Dipping
5th August 2021
Time: 2pm to 4pm
Venue: Water of Leith Visitor Centre
Address: 24 Lanark Rd, Edinburgh EH14 1TQ
A fun afternoon in the river searching for creatures. Wear your wellies. 7 to 11 year olds only. Drop off event. Tickets £7.
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