News from Midlothian Tourism

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Keep up to date with your favourite Midlothian attractions and find out what's happening in the area during every season.

STRIKE: An Afternoon of Poetry and Song at National Mining Museum Scotland

11 July 2024

An event commemorating the Miners’ Strike of 1984 will take place on Saturday 20th July from 2pm at National Mining Museum Scotland in Newtongrange. STRIKE:
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Schools out for Summer

3 July 2024

Here are some holiday ideas across the Midlothian area. From summer art classes, to teddy bears’ picnics to the famous Dalkeith Show on the 13th
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Family Days Out by Train- Kids for a quid

30 June 2024

Travel by public transport within Midlothian for great family days out this summer What can you do if you take the Borders Railway train from
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Guided Tours of Newbattle Abbey College

3 June 2024

There are new tours available of the historic Newbattle College the last Friday of every month starting in June. A unique, insider experience Learn about
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CAKEHOUSE CLASSES AT THE SECRET HERB GARDEN CAFE

9 May 2024

New for 2024, cake making classes on throughout the summer at the fantastic Secret Herb Garden Cafe! Whether you are a cake making novice or
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Dalhousie Castle and Aqueous Spa – May Spa Offers

8 May 2024

At Dalhousie Castle and Aqueous Spa – Indulge in Pure Bliss with Ytsara Coconut Head Massage! Revitalize your mind and pamper your hair for just
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Friday May 3 to Sunday, May 12th at Dalkeith Palace

1 April 2024

Come and visit the Inception Art Show at Dalkeith Palace. Now in its 3rd year. The exhibition doors are open until Sunday 12 May. Come
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Easter at Peggyslea Clydesdales

26 March 2024

Here at Peggyslea we love hosting fun and educational events for kids. This year for Easter you can bring you kids along to have to
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What’s on over Easter in Midlothian – Family Days

19 March 2024

Spring has sprung and there are lots of activities going on to enjoy outside this month, as well as inside some of our key attractions.
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Rosslyn Chapel and The Da Vinci Code Effect !

18 March 2024

Da Vinci Code impact at Rosslyn Chapel – 21 years after publication Visitors to Rosslyn Chapel, in Midlothian, are still strongly influenced by its role
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National Mining Museum Scotland – Weddings are back

14 February 2024

Weddings are back at the National Mining Museum Scotland! Their diary is open for bookings and to get in touch call 0131 663 7519 or
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Stewart Brewing – Brewery Tours

29 January 2024

Did you know there were tours at the Brewery on Friday nights ? Book into Stewart Brewing for a behind the scenes brewery tour –
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New lighting shows up Rosslyn Chapel’s green credentials

2 November 2023

New lighting, which has just been installed inside Rosslyn Chapel, will enhance the visitor experience and highlight the Chapel’s commitment to green tourism. The new
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What’s new at The Old Mill House? – Unique guest concierge service

29 September 2023

The Old Mill House, Dalkeith is at your service every step of the way with its new unique Concierge Service New for 2023 is their
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PARTY PACKAGES AT RYZE

6 September 2023

“Looking for the best birthday of the year?” Choose Ryze, just outside Edinburgh for fantastic trampolining experiences for all ages on their massive trampolines and
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Penicuik Storehouse presents Pizza Sundays

25 August 2023

On the last Sunday of every month starting from 27th August – it will be Pizza Sunday at Penicuik Storehouse. Located just outside Edinburgh on
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Midlothian Council supports developments at Secret Garden Distillery

19 June 2023

Midlothian Council supports Secret Garden Distillery’s Transition to Greener Practices The Secret Garden Distillery, a prominent local gin producer, is nearing completion of its plans
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Pentlands welcome new Cycle Hire company

3 May 2023

Pentland Cycle Hire has opened in Midlothian. Opening now for the season is great for the region, offering locals and visitors the opportunity to explore
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National Mining Museum Scotland goes green

17 April 2023

A whole new world for visitors to explore renewable energy and engineering was officially opened on Friday 14th April at National Mining Museum Scotland. The
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BBC Grand Tour of Scotland’s Rivers – The North Esk with Paul Murton

8 March 2023

In the recent BBC TV programme the historic landscape and historic landmarks of Midlothian are revealed and enjoyed by well known TV presenter Paul Murton.
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HOTELIER FAMILY CELEBRATE HALF A CENTURY IN CHARGE OF FAMOUS ROSLIN INN

8 March 2023

THE HARRIS family celebrate 50 years of ownership of The Original Rosslyn Inn in Roslin, just south of Edinburgh  Grahame Harris and his son, Richard,
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