Let Donald Kay take you back to the 1200s doscover where and when the Royal Charter was awarded and by whom , here about Ayr’s many distinguished guests .Here all the old stories see the place where the witch Maggie Osbourne was burnt , enjoy the old town , the fort, and not forgetting Robert Burns 07867 510 165 or 01292 885680 £8.50 £7.50 consessions group bookings accepted

Contact the tourist board 01292 885680 or Donald Kay 07867 510 165

Tourist Board the Sandgate Ayr Ayrshire KA7 1BY

Earth Explorers get ready ? as you are about to go travelling through time and across the planet on a rollercoaster journey of discovery! There?s so much to see and do! You can journey to the centre of the earth, become an astronaut and witness ?outer space?, go time travelling back to the beginning of time, wander through a tropical rainforest, feel the chill of polar ice and even come face to

Our Dynamic Earth Edinburgh EH8 8AS

Earth Explorers get ready ? as you are about to go travelling through time and across the planet on a rollercoaster journey of discovery! There?s so much to see and do! You can journey to the centre of the earth, become an astronaut and witness ?outer space?, go time travelling back to the beginning of time, wander through a tropical rainforest, feel the chill of polar ice and even come face to

Our Dynamic Earth Edinburgh Lothian EH8 8AS

Cook School by Martin Wishart will reveal the secrets of the ‘restaurant kitchen’ through a series of practical classes, demonstrations and corporate events. It promises to deliver an all round culinary education in an intimate setting.

Tues - Sat, 9 am - 9 pm, open at other times by appointment

14 Bonnington Road EH6 9JD

Every Thursday at 9:30pm. New Musicians / Bands always welcome. All gear supplied.

Thursdays at 9:30pm

Eagle Tavern, Prestwick Ayrshire KA9 1AJ

Workshops we offer are: 2-day Acting for TV, Film & Theatre, 1-day Monologue & Character Development, 1-day Cold Reading & Audition Technique, 1-day Paired Scene Study, 1-day Improvisation. Other classes we offer are: 1-1 Acting Coaching and Audition Prep, 1-1 Coaching for Higher Drama students, Summer School for 13-17 year olds, After school drama classes for 5 - 12 year olds

Classes and workshops are run frequently - please see the website for information

1 St Colme Street Edinburgh EH3 6AA

Are you always too busy? Do you never seem to have time to do what you want to do? Do you sometimes not know what you want to do? At Life Clubs you learn practical tools and skills to help you get more out of your life. Life Clubs are weekly group workshops around the UK where anyone can go to make their good life better. It only costs £15 a week, or £2.14 a day. 0207 22 22 199 lifeclubs.co.uk

The Edinburgh Life Club runs every Tuesday evening 6.45-8.30 pm.

The Cumberland Bar, 1-3 Cumberland Street Edinburgh EH3 6RT

Visit the milking parlour and the creamery where you can learn how we turn milk into delicious ice cream. The route is suitable for those with buggies or wheelchairs. Cost to be confirmed. Booking advisable: call 01557 814040. Children under 12 must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Every day we’re open. 2.45pm. Lasts approximately 1 and a quarter hours.

Cream o’ Galloway, Rainton, Gatehouse of Fleet DG7 2DR

Taste a selection of scrumptious Cream o’ Galloway ice creams & frozen yogurts and hear stories about their creation. From the viewing gallery overlooking our production area, you’ll see the equipment used and learn about the process from raw ingredients to finished product. Booking advisable - call 01557 814040 Price to be confirmed.

Every day we’re open. 11.30am and 1.30pm, with additional tours during busy periods - call for more info

Cream o’ Galloway, Rainton, Gatehouse of Fleet Dumfries Galloway DG7 2DR

The good weather is here and the cosybike is ready to respond to private hires especially on Sundays! 07789 912462 15% off if you quote the secret code (7seats) shhhhh! And tell me a good joke too just to make sure. That’s only £34!!!!

Glasgow Green Central Scotland G42 7JH

Sundays mainly 10 - 7pm

Learn about Tullibody and Cambus history all in one building. Come and see model village,school room with artifacts and information dating back to 4000BC. Family History material available Contact Mrs C Calder on 01259 723376. Admission Adults £1--Children 25p. Teas and coffees available.

Saturday 2-4pm or by arrangements at other times

Civic Centre, Abercromby Place, Tullibody, Clackmannanshire FK10 2RS

Relax Kids classes give children a unique & magical experience as they relax their bodies & minds while using their imagination & creativity. The class includes movement games, simple stretches, peer/self massage, breathing exercises, positive thinking and visualisations which help children improve their self confidence and self-esteem. Come along and join the fun with a different theme each week

1.50 - 2.20pm Parent (carer, granny, nanny etc) & child (age 2.5 to 4) 2.30 - 3.20pm Pre school (ages 3.5 - 5) 3.30 - 4.20pm P1 & P2 (ages 4 – 7 approx) Classes cost £4.50 per class when b

Relax Kids classes give children a unique & magical experience as they relax their bodies & minds while using their imagination & creativity. The class includes movement games, simple stretches, peer/self massage, breathing exercises, positive thinking and visualisations which help children improve their self confidence and self-esteem. Come along and join the fun with a different theme each week

With a -40ºc winter and +30ºc summer, the Tlicho people of subarctic Canada live in harmony with a hostile environment that has the most extreme temperature changes on earth. This moving exihibition highlights the traditional skills and crafts the Tlicho have used as well as the beneficial relationship they developed with Scotland after they won the rights to self govern their own land.

National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh EH1 1JF

From a 15th century mercenary to an infantry soldier in today’s army, the National War Museum’s exciting new exhibition covers the bloody and important history of the men on the fighting front of Scotland’s battlefields.

Monday to Sunday 9.30am to 6.00pm (1 Apr to 30 Sep); 9.30am to 5.00pm (1 Oct to 31 Mar)

War Museum Scotland, Edinburgh Castle EH1 2NG

Local musician, Dennis Alexander invites any performers to come and have a go. Singer Songwriters, comedy, covers, anything as long as it is acoustic. (PA supplied)

Every Wednesday

Betty Nicols Pub 287 High Street KIRKCALDY KY1 1JH

A new fun, healthy and interesting way to see towns in and around the Lothians. It is self-guided for you to complete in your own time and at your own pace. A Treasure Trail booklet costs £5 and is all that is required for an entire group, and will provide a half day’s entertainment. Making use of statues, plaques and other notable items on the trail will lead to solve your Treaure Trails mystery.

Complete the trails at your convenience. Trails available for download at the treasure trails web site.

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The University of Dundee’s new Zoology Museum is open to the public on Friday afternoons throughout the summer - why not come along to see amazing animals from around the world?

Fridays, 2 - 4.30pm

D’Arcy Thompson Zoology Museum, Carnelley Building, University of Dundee DD1 4HN

Visitors can become explorers for the day as they try out a fun mix of hands-on exhibits, multimedia displays and play areas, to discover how similar we are to our ape relatives. The exhibition is split into four main themes including a thought-provoking journey through ape species, ape behaviour, current threats and conservation initiatives. For more information phone 01382 228800.

Open 7 days, 10am - 5pm.

Sensation: Dundee Tayside DD1 4QB