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Events in Stirling

Ed Ley-Wilson: Making Waves: Highland Horizons

15th January 2025

Sea kayaker Ed Ley-Wilson journeys into the heart of the sea roads that make up the Scottish highlands and islands. Hear him talk about his travels on 15th January!

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Talks at The Smith: The Throckmorton Letters: A Diplomat’s Despair

29th January 2025

Throckmorton’s letters from Edinburgh show a world controlled by fragile alliances, political intrigue and betrayal, telling the story of a kingdom on the brink of civil war.

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Stargazing at Mugdock

Selected dates between 31st January 2025 - 7th February 2025

Learn some fascinating facts about space then search the skies for constellations and planets at Mugdock Country Park.

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Winter Talk: Scotland’s Railways at War – 1914-18

8th February 2025

Colonel The Rev Gavin Douglas OBE will give this talk covering a snapshot of the Scottish Railway System during the 1914 - 1918 war.

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Lawson Wood: 60 Years Underwater

12th February 2025

Join underwater photographer Lawson Wood as he reflects on 60 years spent underwater as part of Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People events.

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Speakers from the Edge presents: Sean Conway – Endurance

19th February 2025

In ‘Endurance’, Sean Conway takes audiences on the journey, from miserable school portrait photographer, to world record holder!

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Meet the Makar

20th February 2025

Come along and join us at Central Library on 20th February as we introduce our new Stirling Makar - Kevin P. Gilday!

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Gordon Buchanan - Lions and Tigers and Bears

22nd February 2025

Award winning wildlife photographer and filmmaker Gordon Buchanan will hit the road in 2025 with his biggest ever live tour. Join him at Macrobert Arts Centre on Saturday 22nd February!

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Only Here, Only Now: Tom Newlands

25th February 2025

Join us at Bridge of Allan Library as we chat to the new rising star of Scottish fiction, author Tom Newlands, about his debut novel 'Only Here, Only Now'!

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Talks at The Smith: University of Stirling Art Collection

26th February 2025

The University of Stirling Art Collection curators will introduce the magnificent collection of Scottish contemporary art that’s housed within the university’s modernist Pathfoot building.

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Winter Talk: The Exploits of Lt Col Duncan Lorne Campbell MBE MC in World War 2

8th March 2025

Angus Campbell CVO, the son of Lt Col Duncan Campbell MBE MC, will give this talk on the exploits of his father in World War 2.

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Tom Bowser: A Sky Full of Kites

12th March 2025

Tom Bowser explores the past, present and future of kites in Scotland, & shares stories from the Argaty Red Kite project as part of Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People events.

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Talks at The Smith: Illuminating the Dark Ages: Old Kilmadock Pictish Cross Slab

26th March 2025

Dr Murray Cook gives this talk on the medieval cross slab discovered near Doune in 2020.

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Talks at The Smith: Great Scottish Writers: Lavinia Derwent

30th April 2025

Writer Adrian Ross gives this talk on children’s author and broadcaster Lavinia Derwent, who found huge success late in life, with memoirs about growing up on a farm in the Borders.

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Talks at The Smith: Photography: A Victorian Sensation

28th May 2025

Dr Morrison-Low will explore the nineteenth-century photographic collections held by the National Museums of Scotland and the impact photography had on the general public.

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Stewart Copeland – Have I Said Too Much

8th November 2025

In this fascinating "Evening With", Stewart Copeland will talk about his incredible life as a performer, musician, entertainer, and writer!

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Talks And Lectures Events in East Renfrewshire

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Busby & Clarkston Horticultural Society Meetings

Busby & Clarkston Horticultural Society Meetings

Selected dates between 16th January 2025 - 15th May 2025

The Busby and Clarkston Horticultural Society is a gardening club for all who enjoy growing and learning about plants, why not join them for their exciting range of talks by knowledgeable speakers!

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Heritage Talk: From Dark into Light: A Southside Tale

Heritage Talk: From Dark into Light: A Southside Tale

20th February 2025

Join Paul Noble on a time travelling journey from the vikings to the Victorians from objects he discovered in the crawl space under his house!

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An Evening With Alex Gray

An Evening With Alex Gray

25th March 2025

Join the team at Waterstones Newton Mearns on Tuesday 25th March as they welcome bestselling crime novelist Alex Gray to discuss and sign copies of Acts Of Malice!

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Talks And Lectures Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians

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Guenther Steiner LIVE: Unfiltered

Guenther Steiner LIVE: Unfiltered

20th May 2025

Buckle up and fasten your seatbelts for a hugely entertaining all-areas-access conversation spanning a decade inside Formula 1, with former Haas F1 team principal Guenther Steiner!

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The Night Sky Show

The Night Sky Show

28th June 2025

The Night Sky Show comes to Edinburgh Playhouse to take you on an epic journey from our celestial back yard and across the cosmos!

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Selector Series With Gavin Hastings

Selector Series With Gavin Hastings

23rd January 2025

The LRC Selector Series Comes to Edinburgh on Thursday 23rd January for a special and intimate event with former Lions and Scotland legends Gavin & Scott Hastings!

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Talks And Lectures Events in Fife

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An Evening with Paul Gascoigne

An Evening with Paul Gascoigne

4th October 2025

Join football icon Paul Gascoigne as he chats about his amazing career in football at the Alhambra Theatre Dunfermline on 4th October!

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Merryn Glover: A Cairngorms Journey with Nan Shepherd

Merryn Glover: A Cairngorms Journey with Nan Shepherd

17th February 2025

Merryn Glover's talk, part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People programme, is a celebration of Scotland's high and rocky heart and the people who explore it.

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A History of British Mass Murders with Professor Craig Jackson

A History of British Mass Murders with Professor Craig Jackson

1st March 2025

Professor Craig Jackson returns to Carnegie Hall on 1st March with A History of British Mass Murderers.

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Talks And Lectures Events in Glasgow

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James Martin Live

James Martin Live

8th March 2025

Celebrity chef James Martin is heading back on the road with his all new LIVE tour for 2025 including a date at the SEC Glasgow on Saturday 8th March!

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Neuk Presents Poetry in Motion: Poetry Films By Neurodivergent Artists

Neuk Presents Poetry in Motion: Poetry Films By Neurodivergent Artists

29th January 2025

Join Neuk at GMAC Film on Wednesday 29th January for an evening celebrating the creativity of neurodivergent poets and filmmakers!

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Murder: Staged

Murder: Staged

3rd April 2025 - 4th April 2025

Following the success of Crime Viral's sell out UK serial killer tour, Cheish Merryweather will bring Murder: Staged to the Oran Mor Glasgow on Thursday 3rd and Friday 4th April!

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Talks And Lectures Events in Lanarkshire

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Hari Budha Magar - No Legs, No Limits

Hari Budha Magar - No Legs, No Limits

15th April 2025

From injured veteran to the world's first double above-knee amputee to summit Mount Everest; Hari Budha Magar shares his inspiring journey at Cumbernauld Theatre!

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Emma Kenny’s Killer Couples

Emma Kenny’s Killer Couples

20th November 2025

Emma Kenny's Killer Couples promises an evening filled with intrigue, psychological depth, and discussions that will linger long after the show ends at Lanark Memorial Hall!

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Talks And Lectures Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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David Hamilton On Kindness

David Hamilton On Kindness

6th February 2025

The Butterfly Room are joined for another Feel Good February evening by David Hamilton as he discusses the health benefits of kindness as explored in his latest book!

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Dark Sky Viewing Nights

Dark Sky Viewing Nights

Selected dates between 20th January 2025 - 10th March 2025

Take a closer look at Renfrewshire's stunning night sky at a series of Dark Sky Viewing Nights led by Led by John Pressly, Science Curator at One Ren's Paisley Museum, and the Countryside Rangers!

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An Evening With Celtic Legends John Hartson and Chris Sutton

An Evening With Celtic Legends John Hartson and Chris Sutton

17th January 2025

Join Celtic Legends John Hartson and Chris Sutton at Beacon Arts Centre on Friday 17th January as they share their stories from their time at the club!

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Events in Other Areas

Highlight Talks

Highlight Talks

Selected dates between 11th September 2024 - 18th June 2025

On selected days throughout the year the team at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum and volunteers hold a Highlight Talk exploring the life and works of Robert Burns!

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Kirsty Fisher: The Journey West: Sailing Around the World

Kirsty Fisher: The Journey West: Sailing Around the World

29th January 2025

In January 2022, young geographer Kirsty set sail from Antigua on board a 72ft sailing yacht bound for a circumnavigation of the world.

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Luisa Hendry: The Geology of Scotland

Luisa Hendry: The Geology of Scotland

26th February 2025

Geologist Luisa spends her time sharing this world in an understandable way through social media platforms and her geology tour company.

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Dr Adrian Webb: Churchill’s Secret Chart Makers

Dr Adrian Webb: Churchill’s Secret Chart Makers

26th March 2025

Author and researcher Adrian records the trials and tribulations of staff in the UK Hydrographic Department.

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Popular Events

NCL Art Exhibition
NCL HND Art and Design students are hosting their first external exhibition of the year in collaboration with Made in Stirling from 16th to 20th January.
The McDougalls: Pirate Adventure
Packed with singalong songs such as Row Row Row Your Boat and A Sailor Went to Sea, join The McDougalls for a fun-filled afternoon at Macrobert Arts Centre!
Six Nations Rugby Afternoon - 24th February
Watch Wales V Ireland and England V Scotland on our big screen TV at Inglewood House & Spa on 24th February, whilst we serve a delicious Bar Classic Main!
Burns an’ a’ that
Join us at Stirling Castle to celebrate burns an' a' that and why not have a go at addressing the haggis!
Myths of the Vikings
Rod Puppets and Shadow Theatre brings Viking stories to life at Macrobert Arts Centre on April 16th!

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