Published in Scotland Magazine Issue 29 on 25/10/2006.

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Great Scot!

There’s enough happening in Scotland to keep even the most demanding child amused on a family holiday. Cora Lydon reports

FOR CULTURE VULTURES
Rumour has it that the ghost known as the Green Lady still appears in Crathes Castle in Aberdeenshire – so why not take the kids on a ghost hunting tour?

Crathes Castle is a 16th century tower house with a walled garden and well worth a visit. Watch out for the ‘trip’ step which was originally intended to disconcert attackers from bygone years who were climbing the staircase.

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For literary minds what could be more exciting then recreating a scene from Harry Potter?

All aboard the Jacobite Express steam train, as featured in the popular books and movies transporting pupils to Hogwarts, for the focus of the West Highland experience organised by McKinlay Kidd.

The West Highland Railway line is renowned for its engineering and stunning scenery, and your trip will include a day on the Jacobite Express and a stay in the beautiful Lochaber area.

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Travel back in time and come face to face with your 5,000 year-old ancestors at Tomb of the Eagles – which pre-dates the pyramids.

The tomb was discovered in 1958 and now houses many artifacts including bones of 340 people, ceremonial tools, beads, talons, pottery and working tools. Visitors can also stop off at the Bronze Age site and even handle some of the original artifacts during guided talks in the museum.

The attraction is located in South Ronaldsay.

www.tomboftheeagles.co.uk
Tel: +44 (0)1856 831 339

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By Cora Lydon

Section : Scottish Activities

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