Edinburgh Castle Quest

Edinburgh Castle 1st Jan-31st Dec All day Free to download/ admission fees apply for in-person visits

Best suited for Second Level

How did maths shape Edinburgh Castle and make life within it possible?

These activities are aimed at P5-7 pupils and cover aspects of Numeracy and Mathematics and Social Studies areas of Curriculum for Excellence.

Download the trail for your self-led visit to Edinburgh Castle or try out the activities at home or in the classroom. If you are visiting the Castle, we recommend bringing a tape measure with you.

Edinburgh Castle Quest

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