W hat happened to me at the Battle of Culloden?

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It was here that the Jacobite army fought to reclaim thethrone of Britain fromthe Hanoverians for a Stuart king.The British army was equally determined to stop thishappening. The ferocious European war had come toScotland - dividing families and setting clan against clan.

With over 1,200 dead in just one hour Culloden wasa short but bloody battle – the last to be fought onBritish soil. Its outcome was not a foregone conclusionbut the odds were stacked against the Jacobites.

Stand where the½ghting took place and feel theemotion of this brutal battle.

� e course of history changed at Culloden on 16 April 1746.

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• Participate in daily Living Historypresentations which bring thebattle to life.

• Make use of the centre’s modern,environmentally friendly facilit ies.

• Enjoy the restaurant with a range ofdishes to suit all.

• Purchase a Culloden branded mementofromthe enhanced range of gifts availableat the shop, to remind you of your visit.

• Book the dedicated facilit ies foreducation meetings, research,presentations, seminars, productlaunches and functions.

• Walk the battle½eld now restored to how it appeared to theopposing forces on that fateful day – 16 April 1746. Theupgraded footpaths are suitable for families with prams andthose with access needs.

• Follow genuine characters who were involved in the Battle ofCulloden around the new interactive exhibition. Their accountsbring the events leading up to and beyond the battle alive.

• Use the animated Battle table to provide a bird’s eye view of thebattle½eld’s topography and the forces’ tactics and understand howthese contributed to the outcome. As the clouds part a narrationhelps you to visualise the sequence of events as the battle isre-enacted before your eyes using the latest graphic technology.

• Imagine what it was like to be at the centre of the action when youvisit the Battle immersion theatre. Here a 4 minute long, 360°½lmrelives the horror of the battle.

• Appreciate the true scale of the battle when you visit the new rooftop area. Fromthis platformyou’ll see a completely different viewof the battle½eld.

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Culloden Battle�eld G uideFor a really unique experience, try the newCulloden battle½eld guide and immerseyourself in the story of a momentous day as you visit the site of the last pitchedbattle on British soil.

With specially written audio and supporting illustrations and video, the portableguide’s compelling content is triggered automatically as you explore CullodenMoor at your own pace.

Pick up a battle½eld guide at the new visitor centre and be transported back morethan 250 years.

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A magni�cent place - Brodie CastleFine 12th-century tower house packed with art andantiques. Stroll by the pond, take one of the woodlandwalks and explore the castle grounds.Br�di�Castl�- just 30 minut�s’ driv�fr�m Inv�rn�ss.

A beautiful place - Inverewe GardenVisit one of the world’s greatest gardens –a tranquil place and unforgettable experience.Inv�r�w�Gard�n - 2 h�urs driv�fr�m Inv�rn�ss.

A breathtaking place - G lencoeAwe-inspiring and fascinating Glencoe offers you thechance to learn about the area,½nd out what it’s liketo climb on ice, discover how the glen was formed andhear stories about the infamous massacre of 1692.Gl�nc��- just 20 minut�s’ driv�fr�m F�rt William.

Experience something di�erent today…. The National Trust for Scotland owns, manages and nurturesover 100 sites right across Scotland including castles, beaches,nature reserves and much more – something for all the familyto enjoy. Here in the Highlands you’ll ½nd:

At the National Trust for Scotland there’saplace for everyone.So why not join today. With free entry to over 100 properties in Scotlandand almost 200 National Trust sites throughout the UK, you simply can’t lose.To join online go to www.nts.org.uk/ joinnow or call 0844 493 2100.

Tel: 0844 493 2159 www.nts.org.uk

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Getting here:Culloden Battle½eld, Culloden Moor, Inverness, IV2 5EU

– 5meast of Inverness on the B9006.– NCN1,7– Rapsons no.12 bus fromthe Post Of½ce, Queensgate, Inverness (01463 71055)

May to September City Sightseeing tour bus fromthe Tourist Information Centre,Bridge St, Inverness (www.city-sightseeing.com)

– Inverness station 6m. Direct rail to Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Perth and Stirling.– Inverness airport 3m. Direct ¾ights to Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, Dublin, Edinburgh,

Glasgow, Kirkwall, Leeds Bradford, Liverpool, London Gatwick, London Luton,Manchester, Stornoway, Sumburgh.

O pening times: Visit�r c�ntr�and �xhibit i�n:Winter - 10am- 4pm (November - March)Summer - 9am- 6pm (April - October)

Batt l�½�ld: all year, dailyLast admission to exhibition 30 minutesprior to close.

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