The site of the Battle of Prestonpans
Group walks 2024
All day
Battle of Prestonpans guided walk
Tranent / Prestonpans
A guided walk around the site of the famous Jacobite victory in 1745
Date : Tuesday August 27th
Time : 11 am
Meet : Meadowmill sports centre
With : Scottish Battlefields Trust
JOIN BATTLEFIELD EXPERT Dr Arran Johnston for a walking tour of key locations and landmarks associated with the Battle of Prestonpans, site of Bonnie Prince Charlie’s famous victory in 1745.
Although over very quickly, this battle was the first significant engagement in the Jacobite uprising of 1745 and has played a role in Scottish history and culture ever since.
The walk will cover approximately 2 miles using a mix of tarmac and stone-chip paths. There will be an option to climb up the Viewpoint Pyramid on the return leg.
Please make sure you wear appropriate and comfortable footwear and bring a waterproof in case of rain!
Booking
Places are free, but please book in advance through our ticketing website.
Scottish Battlefields Trust
Dr Johnston is a member of the Scottish Battlefields Trust, an organisation that aims to raise the profile of Scotland’s battlefields and other heritage sites associated with their campaigns. For more information about the Trust, and their events programme, please visit www.scottishbattlefields.org
