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Skye boat story

Illustration of Bonnie Prince Charlie
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  • This event is in the past
    Every Saturday (Saturday 5 Sept 2020 - Saturday 26 Sept 2020)
  • 11:00 - 15:00
  • Included with Palace ticket or 1-Year Pass
  • Children / Families

    In 1746, after the Battle of Culloden, Bonnie Prince Charlie made a famous escape over the sea to Skye. Discover the story of his unusual escape in this drop-in family activity and make your very own paper boat fit for a prince. 

    All activities are included in your Palace ticket. You can convert your ticket into a 1-Year Pass for no extra charge, enabling you to come to the Palace again and again for the next year, when we’ll have lots more activities for you to enjoy.

    All events at the Palace of Holyroodhouse will be managed in line with COVID-secure procedures. Please see our Welcome Back page for more information.


    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.