Celebrate the 750th Anniversary of Robert the Bruce!

Thursday 11 July, marks 750 years since the birth of King Robert the Bruce. Walk in his footsteps with our special anniversary trail, leading you to historic sites connected to Robert the Bruce and the Netflix film the Outlaw King. Immerse yourself in the history of Robert the Bruce! From a range of exciting activities to see and do, talks at Melrose Abbey to a fun children's birthday trail at our Dumfries and Galloway sites. Join us in commemorating this occasion!
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Outlaw King Trail

Follow in the footsteps of Robert the Bruce all around Scotland

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Videos

Watch the King & Legend as his stories unfold from site to site

Exterior view of Melrose Abbey with blue skies
Our sites

Explore all the sites that hold importance to Bruce

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Create

Calling all budding young artists! Make your own Bruce Mask

Robert the Bruce statue outside Stirling Castle with sprinklings of snow over the grass
Blogs

Think you know “Good King Robert”? Head to our blogs to learn more

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Shop

Celebrate a true Scottish hero with our latest Stor collection

Exterior view of Caerlaverock Castle with blue skies above
Trail

Take part in the big birthday trail

Exterior view of the magnificent ruin of Melrose Abbey
Visit

Find out why Bruce's heart was buried at Melrose Abbey

Exterior of Caerlaverock Castle with people walking over the grass enjoying the view
Talks

Caerlaverock Talks