
Spotlight: Victorian Exercise
Wed 25 Nov · 12:30
Physicians Gallery
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The event Spotlight: Victorian Exercise will take place on 25 November 2026 at Edinburgh's Physicians Gallery. Joining various speakers, a curator-led talk will explore the history of exercise using objects currently displayed in the gallery. The session is scheduled for 12:30pm on the last Wednesday of the month. Admission costs £0.00.
Join us to explore the history of exercise
Join us at the Physicians’ Gallery on the last Wednesday of every month at 12.30pm for a curator-led talk exploring some of the objects on display in our gallery.
Our topic for this talk is Victorian exercise. Across Europe bodybuilders and showmen like Eugen Sandow toured music halls, demonstrating their great feats of strength. At the same time Victorians were taking up gymnastics and huge open air public gymnasiums were established in many cities, including Edinburgh.
This 20 minute talk is free, but booking is required. The meeting point is in the Gallery.
Find out more about our Gallery on our website.
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Frequently asked questions
Spotlight: Victorian Exercise takes place on Wednesday, 25 November 2026 at 12:30.
Spotlight: Victorian Exercise is held at Physicians Gallery in Edinburgh (11 Queen Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1JQ).
Tickets for Spotlight: Victorian Exercise are priced at £0.00. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
The forecast for Spotlight: Victorian Exercise is Clear · 6°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Physicians Gallery can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Spotlight: Victorian Exercise 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 event Spotlight: Victorian Exercise will take place on 25 November 2026 at Edinburgh's Physicians Gallery. Joining various speakers, a curator-led talk will explore the history of exercise using objects currently displayed in the gallery. The session is scheduled for 12:30pm on the last Wednesday of the month. Admission costs £0.00.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Join us to explore the history of exercise
Join us at the Physicians’ Gallery on the last Wednesday of every month at 12.30pm for a curator-led talk exploring some of the objects on display in our gallery.
Our topic for this talk is Victorian exercise. Across Europe bodybuilders and showmen like Eugen Sandow toured music halls, demonstrating their great feats of strength. At the same time Victorians were taking up gymnastics and huge open air public gymnasiums were established in many cities, including Edinburgh.
This 20 minute talk is free, but booking is required. The meeting point is in the Gallery.
Find out more about our Gallery on our website.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
StayStaying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Physicians Gallery. Searching near 11 Queen Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1JQ; check-in Wednesday, 25 November 2026.
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WherePhysicians Gallery
11 Queen Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1JQ
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Spotlight: Victorian Exercise?
Spotlight: Victorian Exercise takes place on Wednesday, 25 November 2026 at 12:30.
Where is Spotlight: Victorian Exercise taking place?
Spotlight: Victorian Exercise is held at Physicians Gallery in Edinburgh (11 Queen Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1JQ).
How much are tickets for Spotlight: Victorian Exercise?
Tickets for Spotlight: Victorian Exercise are priced at £0.00. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
What will the weather be like at Spotlight: Victorian Exercise?
The forecast for Spotlight: Victorian Exercise is Clear · 6°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near Spotlight: Victorian Exercise?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Physicians Gallery can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Spotlight: Victorian Exercise?
Tickets for Spotlight: Victorian Exercise 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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