Famous 1647 Historical Story to be Re-Enacted at Duart Castle
News Release 30.07.09
A trip to Duart Castle, Isle of Mull, on Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th August will be a step back in time for visitors as they witness a highly entertaining re-enactment of one of Scotland's most famous mid 17th century wars.
The weekend, part of the castle's new extended summer event programme, will see the home of the clan Maclean go back to 1647 with the Fraser's Dragoones' realistic performance of the Clan Campbell's "siege of Duart Castle." Hugh Fraser's regiment are based in the Aberdeen area and each year deliver events across Scotland, with Duart Castle a firm favourite.
In 1647, the Isle of Mull was invaded by covenanting troops under Argyle with the intention to subdue the royalist Macleans. The event will tell the story of this invasion whilst giving an insight into the wars that ripped Scotland apart during the mid 17th century.
Visitors will be able to find out what happened in 17th century Scotland, walk round the soldier's camp and meet the musketeers and pikemen that make up the army. The weekend's action gets well underway from 12 noon each day when visitors will be able to watch the drill, the displays and the skirmish as the castle is attacked.
Dale Haigh, Event Organiser for Fraser's Dragoones said: "The weekend will be Fraser's fourth visit to Duart and the castle is a wonderful setting for the display, which is enjoyed by visitors and participants alike."
The event is free to watch on site both days and a great day out for all the family, full of entertainment and Scottish heritage. The Duart Coach meets the 9.50am, 11.55am and 2pm ferries daily. Prices apply to the Duart Coach and castle entry. For more information please telephone 01680 812 309 or visit www.duartcastle.com.
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For more information please contact:
Pauline Foster
Pure Shores PR - Oban
01631 569 651
07791573247
pauline@pureshorespr.co.uk
Notes to Editors:
- Interviews with Dale Haigh can be arranged. Please contact Pauline Foster as above for more information.
- Image attached: Fraser's Dragoones in action at Duart Castle. Picture Credit John Cable
Castle Info:
- Duart Castle is a four star visitor attraction which stands proudly on a clifftop overlooking the Sound of Mull and enjoys one of the most spectacular & unique positions on the west coast of Scotland.
- Visitors to Duart can explore the history of the castle and the Clan Maclean.
- Duart Castle is on the Isle of Mull on the west coast of Scotland, just 10 minutes away from the CalMac Ferry Terminal at Craignure. The Duart coach meets the ferry arrivals daily.
- Duart Castle & tearoom open 1st April, Sun-Thurs, & Easter weekend 11am to 4pm. Open daily (including the shop) from 1st May, 10.30am to 5.30pm. Shop & tearoom close 11th October. Castle closes 18th October.
- 2009 castle entry ticket prices are Adults £5.30, Children £2.65, Concessions £4.80, Family Ticket £13.25 (2 Adults, 2 Children).
- For all Mull ferry details please visit the CalMac website www.calmac.co.uk.