Prestonpans Battlefield Legends - talk by Paul Macdonald
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Join renowned swordsmith and storyteller Paul Macdonald for an engaging talk on the Battle of Prestonpans at the Jacobite Museum in Edinburgh on August 18th at 2 PM. The event promises a look back at some famous tales connected to this significant battle. Price information is available on the website.
Paul Macdonald, a swordsmith and storyteller, delivers a narration of famous tales connected to the Battle of Prestonpans in 1745. The talk forms part of the Jacobite Festival 2026 and takes place inside the museum.
The event begins at 1pm on 18 August 2026. Attendance is by donation, with all proceeds supporting the Battle of Prestonpans Museum.
Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.
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Prestonpans Battlefield Legends - talk by Paul Macdonald takes place on Tuesday, 18 August 2026 at 14:00.
Prestonpans Battlefield Legends - talk by Paul Macdonald is held at Battle of Prestonpans Jacobite Museum (Prestonpans Town Hall) in Edinburgh (157B High Street, Prestonpans, EH32 9AY).
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Prestonpans Battlefield Legends - talk by Paul Macdonald
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Join renowned swordsmith and storyteller Paul Macdonald for an engaging talk on the Battle of Prestonpans at the Jacobite Museum in Edinburgh on August 18th at 2 PM. The event promises a look back at some famous tales connected to this significant battle. Price information is available on the website.
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Paul Macdonald, a swordsmith and storyteller, delivers a narration of famous tales connected to the Battle of Prestonpans in 1745. The talk forms part of the Jacobite Festival 2026 and takes place inside the museum.
The event begins at 1pm on 18 August 2026. Attendance is by donation, with all proceeds supporting the Battle of Prestonpans Museum.
Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.
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Battle of Prestonpans Jacobite Museum (Prestonpans Town Hall)157B High Street, Prestonpans, EH32 9AY
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When is Prestonpans Battlefield Legends - talk by Paul Macdonald?
Prestonpans Battlefield Legends - talk by Paul Macdonald takes place on Tuesday, 18 August 2026 at 14:00.
Where is Prestonpans Battlefield Legends - talk by Paul Macdonald taking place?
Prestonpans Battlefield Legends - talk by Paul Macdonald is held at Battle of Prestonpans Jacobite Museum (Prestonpans Town Hall) in Edinburgh (157B High Street, Prestonpans, EH32 9AY).
How do I get tickets for Prestonpans Battlefield Legends - talk by Paul Macdonald?
Tickets for Prestonpans Battlefield Legends - talk by Paul Macdonald 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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157B High Street, Prestonpans, EH32 9AY
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