Just south of Stirling lies Bannockburn. Site of the 1314 battle between the Scots and the English it is here that Robert Bruce s army secured independence for Scotland by defeating Edward II s forces. Late afternoon continue to Edinburgh. This evening we attend the world famous performance of the Tattoo located on the esplanade of Edinburgh Castle - a wonderful display of marching bands and guest artists from around the world. Overnight in Edinburgh.
Dinner is provided tonight along with full Scottish breakfast tomorrow morning.
Thursday August 9th - Border Country Today enjoy a full day excursion into the Borders region. Our first stop however will be just outside of Edinburgh at the small town of Prestonpans, the name of which recalls priests salt pans set up in the 12th Century. It is here that the 14th century home of the Hamilton s may still be seen today, although visits are not permitted. Continue our tour of the borders, a region inexorably linked with the protestant faith. It was in this area during his policy of dissolution that King Henry VIII of England left his mark on three proud Catholic monasteries, two of which we will visit today.