Lecture: Edwardian Entertainment and Costume Balls
Thu 12 Nov · 18:30
The Palace of Holyroodhouse
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A lecture on Edwardian entertainment and costume balls will be held in the Great Gallery of the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh on 12 November 2026 at 18:30. Senior Curator Kathryn Jones and Curator Emma Stead will discuss the Waverley Ball and its costumes. The ticket price is £12.
The event consists of a lecture on Edwardian entertaining held in the Great Gallery at the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Speakers will discuss the great costume balls of the Edwardian era, including the Waverley Ball held in aid of the Scott Monument in Edinburgh. Visitors will have the opportunity to see the Mary, Queen of Scots costume that Queen Alexandra wore to this event.
Kathryn Jones, Senior Curator of Decorative Arts, and Emma Stead, Curator at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, will lead the discussion.
The lecture takes place at the Palace of Holyroodhouse on 12 November 2026 starting at 18:30. Tickets cost £12.
Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.
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Lecture: Edwardian Entertainment and Costume Balls takes place on Thursday, 12 November 2026 at 18:30.
Lecture: Edwardian Entertainment and Costume Balls is held at The Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh (Canongate, Edinburgh East EH8 8DX).
Tickets for Lecture: Edwardian Entertainment and Costume Balls are priced at £12. Live prices and availability are shown on rct.uk.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Palace of Holyroodhouse can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Lecture: Edwardian Entertainment and Costume Balls can be booked via rct.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Lecture: Edwardian Entertainment and Costume Balls
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A lecture on Edwardian entertainment and costume balls will be held in the Great Gallery of the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh on 12 November 2026 at 18:30. Senior Curator Kathryn Jones and Curator Emma Stead will discuss the Waverley Ball and its costumes. The ticket price is £12.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
The event consists of a lecture on Edwardian entertaining held in the Great Gallery at the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Speakers will discuss the great costume balls of the Edwardian era, including the Waverley Ball held in aid of the Scott Monument in Edinburgh. Visitors will have the opportunity to see the Mary, Queen of Scots costume that Queen Alexandra wore to this event.
Kathryn Jones, Senior Curator of Decorative Arts, and Emma Stead, Curator at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, will lead the discussion.
The lecture takes place at the Palace of Holyroodhouse on 12 November 2026 starting at 18:30. Tickets cost £12.
Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.
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WhereThe Palace of Holyroodhouse
Canongate, Edinburgh East EH8 8DX
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Lecture: Edwardian Entertainment and Costume Balls?
Lecture: Edwardian Entertainment and Costume Balls takes place on Thursday, 12 November 2026 at 18:30.
Where is Lecture: Edwardian Entertainment and Costume Balls taking place?
Lecture: Edwardian Entertainment and Costume Balls is held at The Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh (Canongate, Edinburgh East EH8 8DX).
How much are tickets for Lecture: Edwardian Entertainment and Costume Balls?
Tickets for Lecture: Edwardian Entertainment and Costume Balls are priced at £12. Live prices and availability are shown on rct.uk.
Is there anywhere to stay near Lecture: Edwardian Entertainment and Costume Balls?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Palace of Holyroodhouse can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Lecture: Edwardian Entertainment and Costume Balls?
Tickets for Lecture: Edwardian Entertainment and Costume Balls can be booked via rct.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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