Evening Tours


A costumed performer dressed as Robert Burns, at Stirling Castle

Scotland’s national poet had strong links to Stirling Castle – find out more by booking a place on our Burns evening tour.  Or be among the first to enjoy another special tour, dedicated to the Stewart kings and queens who had a special love of Stirling Castle.  It’s a joy to have exclusive access to the castle after the crowds have gone, and even more so in the company of our stewards who have created these tours to take a more in-depth look at some of the most fascinating parts of its history.

Wednesday 4th August

The Royal Stewarts

“Here Stewarts once in glory reign’d…”  Join our guides for this inaugural tour and enjoy an insight into the life and times of one of Scotland’s greatest dynasties.

Wednesday 25th August

Robert Burns Evening Tour

Back by popular demand, this glorious tour explores The Bard’s links with Stirling Castle and the influence it had on his poetry, both surprising and illuminating.

Tour Details
(applies to both evening tours)

Time:
18:00-19:45

Booking:
Places are limited therefore pre-booking is recommended.
Please call 01786 431 310/312

Prices:
£15 (£12 concession) for non members, £12 (£10 concession) for members. (price includes tea or coffee and shortbread).

Tickets can also be purchased from the Castle Gift Shop


Competition
-This competition is now closed

To celebrate the evening tours we are giving away a free pair of tickets to one lucky winner. To enter simply answer the following question:

In what year was Robert Burns born?


How to enter

Mark your entry Burns Evening Tour and send it to Nicola.McCrae by 5.30pm, UK time on Friday, 23rd July.

The winner will be allowed to choose which tour they would like to attend.

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