Medical Tales
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The Medical Tales event will be held on August 31, 2026, at Gladstone's Land in Edinburgh. The event will explore Edinburgh's medical history and visitors can expect to discover the city's move from traditional practices to modern medicine.
A History of Medicine in Edinburgh
Join us on the journey throughout Gladstone’s Land to discover Edinburgh’s medical history. Discover the move from at home remedies to professional care and how Edinburgh itself has had a long and rich history with medical advancements – even if they haven’t always been legal or morally correct. A Medical Tale brings to light Edinburgh’s Old Town disrepair, the advancement or surgeons and even The Black Death!
This tour lasts approximately 1 hour and will transport you back in time.
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Light drizzle · 18°C
Feels like 15°C · Chance of rain 65% · Wind 22 km/h
Rain likely — worth a coat for the walk in.
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Medical Tales takes place on Monday, 31 August 2026 at 16:00.
Medical Tales is held at Gladstone's Land in Edinburgh (477B Lawnmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2NT).
Tickets for Medical Tales range from £8.50 to £14. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Tickets for Medical Tales can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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The Medical Tales event will be held on August 31, 2026, at Gladstone's Land in Edinburgh. The event will explore Edinburgh's medical history and visitors can expect to discover the city's move from traditional practices to modern medicine.
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A History of Medicine in Edinburgh
Join us on the journey throughout Gladstone’s Land to discover Edinburgh’s medical history. Discover the move from at home remedies to professional care and how Edinburgh itself has had a long and rich history with medical advancements – even if they haven’t always been legal or morally correct. A Medical Tale brings to light Edinburgh’s Old Town disrepair, the advancement or surgeons and even The Black Death!
This tour lasts approximately 1 hour and will transport you back in time.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Medical Tales?
Medical Tales takes place on Monday, 31 August 2026 at 16:00.
Where is Medical Tales taking place?
Medical Tales is held at Gladstone's Land in Edinburgh (477B Lawnmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2NT).
How much are tickets for Medical Tales?
Tickets for Medical Tales range from £8.50 to £14. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
How do I get tickets for Medical Tales?
Tickets for Medical Tales can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Hotels within walking distance of Gladstone's Land
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