Historic Scotland invites to Edinburgh’s magnificent Holyrood Park this Sunday 21st July 2013 for ancient royal sports

2013-07-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Come along to Edinburgh’s magnificent Holyrood Park on Sunday 21st July 2013 and step back in time to take part in a fantastic, fun-filled day of ancient royal sports and outdoor pursuits.

The event is free and takes place from 12 noon until 4:00 pm.

Matt McCabe, Interpretation Ranger at Historic Scotland  said: “Visitors will have the  opportunity to learn about the long heritage of these activities and their links to the rich past of Holyrood Park, together with its importance as a royal hunting ground.

“Come and find out about some fascinating traditional outdoor activities which are less common today, for example you can come along and try your hand at archery, a favoured sport of kings and commoners through the ages.

“Falconry was another great pastime of centuries past and we’ll have a variety of magnificent birds of prey here for people to get right up close to.  And if ground conditions permit, we will also be hosting a display of artificial lure coursing with whippets.  Queen Elizabeth I formalised the rules of this sport which, as a result, is historically known as ‘The Sport of Queens’.

“This is the 5th year we’ve been running this event which is always a popular and entertaining day out. If people haven’t come to Holyrood Park before, why not come along on Sunday – it’s a great way of being introduced to the Park and try something different.”

For more information people should contact the Ranger Service on 0131 652 8150, or by email aths.rangers@scotland.gsi.gov.uk.

Notes for Editors

Historic Scotland is an executive agency of the Scottish Government charged with safeguarding the nation’s historic environment. The agency is fully accountable to Scottish Ministers and through them to the Scottish Parliament. For more information visit www.historic-scotland.gov.uk

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For further information

Jennifer Johnston-Watt
Media & PR Officer
Communications and Media
0131 668 8070 or 07827 956 866
jennifer.johnstonwatt@scotland.gsi.gov.uk

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