Historic Scotland: Linlithgow Palace to open its gates after hours in the countdown to All Hallows Eve in a series of ‘Fright Night’ events

Edinburgh, Scotland, 2014-10-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Birthplace to Mary Queen of Scots and once a seat of the Royal Stewart dynasty, Linlithgow Palace will open its gates after hours in the countdown to All Hallows Eve in a series of ‘Fright Night’ events.

As Halloween approaches and darkness falls the public will have the chance to  experience a series of spook-tacular events taking place on the 24th, 25th and 31st October as well as 1st November.

Those who are brave enough to enter the ruined palace by night will have an evening filled with spine-chilling tales from  the palace’s centuries of history, as well as stories from Scotland’s past, from the outbreak of the deadly black plague to the infamous witch trials.

Meanwhile, visitors will also encounter characters from the palace’s darker side, brought back to life by costumed performers.

The unique Halloween themed evenings will provide those who dare with a real insight into the darker goings on that the palace has witnessed over the centuries.

Head of Visitor Experience at Historic Scotland, Lorna Ewan, said: “Fright Night, will take our visitors on a tour with a twist this Halloween, offering a unique opportunity to explore the darker side of Linlithgow Palace’s history by night.  Complete with costumed performers and tales from its past it’s not to be missed by those wanting a Halloween experience to remember.”

Due to the popularity of these tours, availability only remains for the 9pm Fright Night tours on the 24th October and 1st November. In order to secure a place on these tours, pre-booking is highly recommended. Tickets are priced at £10 and available to purchase online, please visit www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/events. A 10% discount for Historic Scotland members is available.

Please note that Fright Night events are not recommended for young children.

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• Scotland welcomes the world in the Year of Homecoming 2014 providing a year-long programme of events alongside the Ryder Cup and Commonwealth Games. The Year of Homecoming Scotland will run until 31 December 2014 throughout the length and breadth of the country. Visitors from around the world are invited to join in a celebration of the nation’s food and drink, active pursuits, cultural heritage, nature and ancestral heritage. Homecoming Scotland 2014 is a Scottish Government initiative being led by EventScotland and VisitScotland, supported by numerous partners. To find out more visitwww.homecomingscotland.com. For more on Historic Scotland’s Homecoming activities visitwww.historic-scotland.gov.uk/homecoming or tweet us using #hshomecoming.

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For further information
Iona Matheson, Media & PR Officer
Historic Scotland Media Office
0131 668 8703 or 07827 956 858
iona.matheson@scotland.gsi.gov.uk

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