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Edinburgh: Royal Reminiscence, Dementia-friendly mornings

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    Daily (Thursday 2 Feb 2023 - Thursday 7 Dec 2023)
  • 10:30 - 12:00
  • Free
  • Booking essential
  • Access event
    The historic Abbey Strand buildings at the Palace of Holyroodhouse after restoration.©

    Every month, we welcome people living with dementia and their friends/support givers/relatives to the historic Abbey Strand Learning Centre for a fun morning with refreshments, an interactive short talk, and craft activity.

    There is a different theme each month and sessions are run by our Community and Access Programme Coordinator, and Dementia Friend, Fiona Johnston.

    Join us for a chance to relax, enjoy time together and learn something new about Scottish Royal history!   

    • Thursday 2 February - A Prince at the Palace: Bonnie Prince Charlie
    • Thursday 2 March -  Introduction to the Royal Collection
    • Thursday 6 April -  History of Holyrood Abbey and the Physic Garden
    • Thursday 4 May - Romantic Scotland: Queen Victoria
    • Thursday 1 June - Royal Coronations
    • Thursday 7 September - A King’s Visit: George IV’s State Visit 1822
    • Thursday 5 October - Royal Collection Tapestry Tales
    • Thursday 2 November - St Andrew’s Day Celebration
    • Thursday 7 December - Royal Christmas Traditions
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    The income from your ticket contributes directly to The Royal Collection Trust, a registered charity. The aims of The Royal Collection Trust are the care and conservation of the Royal Collection, and the promotion of access and enjoyment through exhibitions, publications, loans and educational activities.