Life at Lauriston Castle

Take a trip back to the 1900s, and join our multi-award winning Edinburgh Living History team as they bring the history of Lauriston Castle to life...

An Edwardian nurse, wealthy lady, and Castle staff stand in front of the entrance in the sunshine

Emerging from the shadows - the Women of Lauriston

Saturday 8 March 2025, 1:30pm

A Lauriston Castle Costumed Performance

On International Womens’ Day 2025 join us to meet some of the remarkable women who have lived in the castle since the 16th Century : from Dame... Book now More info
An Edinburgh Living History performer wearing a black dress standing in the living room at Lauriston Castle. Surrounded by chairs and a desk, outside the window the garden and trees can be seen

Emerging from the shadows - the Women of Lauriston

Saturday 8 March 2025, 3:00pm

A Lauriston Castle Costumed Performance

On International Womens’ Day 2025 join us to meet some of the remarkable women who have lived in the castle since the 16th Century : from Dame... Book now More info
A group of people in Edwardian dress of staff and residents stand in a passageway in the castle beneath a chandelier. The walls are covered in artworks; five doors lead off

The Duke's Visit

Sunday 13 April 2025, 1:30pm

A Lauriston Castle Costumed Performance

The residents and staff of the castle are looking forward to the visit from a member of the nobility. The Duke is eager to tour the castle where he... Book now More info
Four members of the household wearing Edwarding clothing stand in the passageway

The Duke's Visit

Sunday 13 April 2025, 3:00pm

A Lauriston Castle Costumed Performance

The residents and staff of the castle are looking forward to the visit from a member of the nobility. The Duke is eager to tour the castle where he... Book now More info
Magical Lauriston Castle

The return of visitors from the past

Sunday 11 May 2025, 1:30pm

A Lauriston Castle Costumed Performance

The spirits of former residents of the castle so enjoyed their tour last year that they have decided to return! This time they have chosen to visit... Book now More info
A black and white image showing staff of Lauriston Castle from Edwardian times. Two are seated, seven standing, one holding a black cat

The return of visitors from the past

Sunday 11 May 2025, 3:00pm

A Lauriston Castle Costumed Performance

The spirits of former residents of the castle so enjoyed their tour last year that they have decided to return! This time they have chosen to visit... Book now More info
Edinburgh Living History members in costume outside Lauriston Castle.

A welcome to Lauriston Castle Global Accessibility Awareness Day (Thursday 15 May)

Saturday 17 May 2025, 1:00pm

Step-free access events at Lauriston Castle

We serve a complimentary cup of tea/coffee and a sweet treat. We have created a special tour of the Castle as a digital presentation in our Maids’... Book now More info
Lauriston Castle underneath a blue sky. Yellow daffodils feature in the foreground

A welcome to Lauriston Castle Global Accessibility Awareness Day (Thursday 15 May)

Saturday 17 May 2025, 2:00pm

A step-free access event at Lauriston Castle

We have created a special tour of the Castle as a digital presentation in our Maids’ Hall to provide step-free access to the Castle. This will offer... Book now More info
Death pays us a visit-

Death Pays A Visit!

Saturday 28 June 2025, 3:00pm

A Lauriston Castle Murder Mystery

3pm - 5pm It’s 1913 on a summer’s day, and the Sunday morning after a party thrown by Gerald Oliver, the owner of The Laurels, to celebrate the... Book now More info
A group of visitors stand in the passage way at Lauriston Castle as Edinburgh Living Heritage, in Edwardian garb,perform

Highlights tour of the Castle

Sunday 5 October 2025, 1:30pm

Silver Sunday at Lauriston Castle

Join our knowledgeable guide for a FREE tour of Lauriston Castle. Find out about Willian and Margaret Reid, the last owners of Lauriston, and see for... Call us to book More info
Lauriston Castle

Step-free access tour of the Castle

Sunday 5 October 2025, 3:00pm

Silver Sunday at Lauriston Castle

We welcome you to our step-free access to Lauriston Castle where we will welcome you to our Maids' Hall and show you a digital tour of the castle... Call us to book More info
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A welcome to Lauriston Castle on International Day of Persons with Disabilities

Sunday 30 November 2025, 1:00pm

Lauriston Castle step-free access events

We serve a complimentary cup of tea/coffee and a sweet treat. We have created a special tour of the Castle as a digital presentation in our Maids’... Book now More info
A male ELH performer in a top hat and suit and female performer in a lilac dress and hat stand in front of Lauriston Castle

A welcome to Lauriston Castle on International Day of Persons with Disabilities

Sunday 30 November 2025, 2:00pm

Lauriston Castle step-free access events

We serve a complimentary cup of tea/coffee and a sweet treat. We have created a special tour of the Castle as a digital presentation in our Maids’... Book now More info