Battle of Prestonpans

A 2hr tour of the battlefield and other sites connected to the Battle of Prestonpans

In 1745 the Jacobite army won their first, and arguably only, major battle of the "45". It was a masterstroke in military tactics that saw a ragtag group of crofters and farmers defeat the might of the British army and enabled them to push on further south into England and get to within a hairs breadth of toppling the crown and Government. It is a battle that has gone down in folklore ever since.

This tour lasts aprox 2 hours and not only takes in the battlefield itself but also other associated sites and routes the the Jacobite army took the morning of the battle. pick up from Edinburgh is available or collection from local train station.

Call or message on 07597000823


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From £30 per adult


Departure days

  • Monday
  • Tuesday
  • Wednesday
  • Thursday
  • Friday
  • Saturday
  • Sunday

January — December

Contact details

Discover East Lothian

Ar Comraich Bheag
33 Annfield court
Macmerry
East Lothian
Scotland
EH33 1PN

Tour information

Starting

  • East Lothian
  • Edinburgh
  • Tranent

Length

2Hours

Transport

  • Driver guide
  • Walking

Type

  • Private

Languages

  • English

Themes

  • Ancestry
  • Archaeology
  • History
  • Outdoor Activities
  • Walking

Tour prices


From £30 Per Adult £10 Per Child

Prices are subject to change depending on season

Discover East Lothian

Tour company information

Discover East Lothian

Small tour operator providing custom tours around the hidden gem of East Lothian. -These tours include pick up drop off service and is 100% catered to each clients requests. Currently the only tour operator in East Lothian.

Opening times

Mon-Sun 0900-2200

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