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THE HERITAGE TRAIL
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Immerse yourself in our unrivalled heritage, from impressive castles and the finest churches, to poets and dragons. From
Wordsworth to the hidden mysteries of the Scottish Kings, find out the latest on the greats and uncover hidden gems right on
your doorstep. Discover the depth and diversity of our four nations and be fascinated by tales of the divine, the dastardly and
the delightful. The Heritage Trail takes you on a journey over thousands of years. This year marks much of the excitement of
the past including the anniversaries of Henry VIII’s accession and the birth of Robert Burns. There will be many special events across Britain
and Ireland and The Heritage Trail will pick out the exhibitors who can give you all the details of who and what are being celebrated and why,
where and how.
THE HERITAGE THEATRE
10.45 The Seafood Trail - In the Footsteps of Scottish Kings
Cairnbaan hotelier Darren Dobson explains the delights of the ancient kingdom of Dalriada -with hot off-the-press
news about the only public area in Britain where wild beavers are about to roam.
11.30 Tourism Ireland – Connemara
Songs and stories from Connemara’s history man Dan O’Hara. (Saturday only)
11.30 Visit Wales - The Dragon Roars
John Wake talks about the heritage and history of Wales – from Castles to the Millennium Stadium, from Owain
Glyndwr to Gareth Edwards, Daffodils to King Arthur. This ex senior detective has undertaken a police-style investi-
gation into the existence of King Arthur. The results may surprise you. (Sunday only)
12.15 The Council for British Archaeology - Archaeology for All: digging for history
Dr Mike Heyworth MBE showcases some of the most famous archaeological sites across Britain and Ireland. Learn
about the chronological sequence from early humans through to the present day and discover how easy it is to get
involved with archaeology today.
13.00 Wordsworth Trust: Beyond the Daffodils Visionaries, Environmentalists, Adventurers, Revolutionaries Poets
Did Dorothy Wordsworth contribute more to William’s poetry than is taught in school? What was Pantisocracy? How
did Walter Scott react to the staple diet served in Dove Cottage? Learn about the lives of the Romantics who gathered
in the Lake District and hear the stories that contradict the common image of the Victorian poet as a stuffed shirt.
13.45 English National Ballet
English National Ballet was founded in 1950 to bring classical ballet of the highest quality to the widest audience at
a price everyone can afford. Take a peek behind the scenes at English National Ballet and hear members of this
internationally acclaimed ballet company share some fascinating facts and ballet anecdotes.
14.30 The Landmark Trust - Pineapples, cottages and castles
Historic holidays with a difference. Peter Pearce talks about the charity’s work giving new life to forgotten historic buildings.
15.15 VisitScotland - Tracing Your Scottish Ancestory
Genealogist Cameron Taylor tells us about Scotland’s clans and history and offers family searches to trace your
Scottish ancestry. (Saturday only)
15.15 VisitScotland - Influencing the world
David Forsyth from the National Museums of Scotland will present on the Scottish Diaspora highlighting where
Scots have settled and influenced cultures around the world.
16.00 Visit Kent - The Canterbury Tales
Mr Chaucer entertains with his Tales from Canterbury. (Saturday only)
16.00 Royal Geographical Society - Mapping England
England has been continuously mapped from Medieval times to the present; politically,
administratively and functionally as well as creatively and imaginatively. Maps have helped to define ideas of what
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