Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage, 1A Dryden Terrace, Edinburgh, EH7 4NB, United Kingdom

Upcoming events at Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage, 1A Dryden Terrace, Edinburgh, EH7 4NB, United Kingdom

Talks & Lectures

Around £5

Through Smoke & Time – Evening Historical Talk

Join us for an evening talk by Dave Farries QFSM, exploring the history of the Scottish firefighting. Discover how firefighting has evolved over the decades, from the earliest brigades to the creation of today’s Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, through stories, images, and artefacts from the collection. £5 per person includes coffee/tea and biscuit · Ticketed event. In person at the Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage

Thu 11 Jun19:00Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage, 1A Dryden Terrace, Edinburgh, EH7 4NB, United Kingdom

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History & Heritage

Bookbug at the Museum

Join us every other Tuesday morning before the museum opens for Bookbug! Designed especially for wee ones and their grown-ups, we’ll sing fun songs and share a story. Stay after and enjoy the museum. No booking needed, just drop in! The session is led by a volunteer, so please check our website or social media before you come to make sure we’re on.

Tue 16 Jun10:30Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage, 1A Dryden Terrace, Edinburgh, EH7 4NB, United Kingdom

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History & Heritage

Bookbug at the Museum

Join us before the museum opens for Bookbug! Designed especially for wee ones and their grown-ups, we’ll sing fun songs and share a story. Stay after and enjoy the museum. No booking needed, just drop in! The session is led by a volunteer, so please check our website or social media before you come to make sure we’re on.

Tue 30 Jun10:30Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage, 1A Dryden Terrace, Edinburgh, EH7 4NB, United Kingdom

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Community

Mellow Mornings – Autism Friendly Hour

It’s a braw morning for enjoying it your way Join us for a relaxed session in a calm, sensory-friendly space. These mornings are designed for autistic and neurodivergent visitors and their families, offering a quieter environment to explore, create, and enjoy the gallery at your own pace. Take things slow and discover something in a welcoming setting. Free, ticketed, donations welcome.

Tue 21 Jul10:00Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage, 1A Dryden Terrace, Edinburgh, EH7 4NB, United Kingdom

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History & Heritage

BSL Tour - Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage

Join BSL guide Babs Brown for a guided tour of our collections, exploring the story of firefighting in Scotland. The tour will last around one hour, with a chance to independently explore the museum space afterwards.

Fri 14 Aug15:00Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage, 1A Dryden Terrace, Edinburgh, EH7 4NB, United Kingdom

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CommunityHistory & Heritage

Doors Open Day – Explore, Meet, and Experience Firefighting History

It’s a braw day for heroes! Explore the museum, meet firefighters, climb aboard fire engines, and uncover Scotland’s firefighting story. Enjoy food, drinks, face painting, and a day filled with hands-on fun for the whole family. Free ticketed event – tickets released on 1st September at 10am.

Sat 26 Sept11:00Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage, 1A Dryden Terrace, Edinburgh, EH7 4NB, United Kingdom

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Community

Around £5

LEGO® Legends – Build Like a Pro

It’s a braw week for building! Join us for a LEGO® workshop led by a master LEGO builder, where all ages can get creative together. Work as a team to design, build, and bring your ideas to life. Whether you’re constructing a fire engine, a rescue tower, or something completely unique, it’s all about imagination, teamwork, and fun. (1-hour sessions) · Ages 6 and up · £5 per person (children and adults).

Tue 13 Oct11:00Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage, 1A Dryden Terrace, Edinburgh, EH7 4NB, United Kingdom

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Community

Brilliant Builders – Free Drop-In Fun

It’s a braw week for building! Drop in to our gallery space and get creative. Be inspired and see what you can build. This activity runs throughout the day, so you can stay for a quick build or spend time perfecting your masterpiece. Free, donations welcome.

Tue 13 Oct11:00Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage, 1A Dryden Terrace, Edinburgh, EH7 4NB, United Kingdom

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Workshops & Classes

Around £5

LEGO® Legends – Build Like a Pro Workshop

It’s a braw week for building! Join us for a LEGO® workshop led by a master LEGO builder, where all ages can get creative together. Work as a team to design, build, and bring your ideas to life. Whether you’re constructing a fire engine, a rescue tower, or something completely unique, it’s all about imagination, teamwork, and fun. (1-hour sessions) · Ages 6 and up · £5 per person (children and adults).

Wed 14 Oct11:00Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage, 1A Dryden Terrace, Edinburgh, EH7 4NB, United Kingdom

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Community

Brilliant Builders – Free Drop-In Fun

It’s a braw week for building! Drop in to our gallery space and get creative. Be inspired and see what you can build. This activity runs throughout the day, so you can stay for a quick build or spend time perfecting your masterpiece. Free, donations welcome.

Wed 14 Oct11:00Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage, 1A Dryden Terrace, Edinburgh, EH7 4NB, United Kingdom

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Community

Brilliant Builders – Free Drop-In Fun

It’s a braw week for building! Drop in to our gallery space and get creative. Be inspired and see what you can build. This activity runs throughout the day, so you can stay for a quick build or spend time perfecting your masterpiece. Free, donations welcome.

Thu 15 Oct11:00Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage, 1A Dryden Terrace, Edinburgh, EH7 4NB, United Kingdom

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Community

Brilliant Builders – Free Drop-In Fun

It’s a braw week for building! Drop in to our gallery space and get creative. Be inspired and see what you can build. This activity runs throughout the day, so you can stay for a quick build or spend time perfecting your masterpiece. Free, donations welcome.

Fri 16 Oct11:00Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage, 1A Dryden Terrace, Edinburgh, EH7 4NB, United Kingdom

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Community

Brilliant Builders – Free Drop-In Fun

It’s a braw week for building! Drop in to our gallery space and get creative. Be inspired and see what you can build. This activity runs throughout the day, so you can stay for a quick build or spend time perfecting your masterpiece. Free, donations welcome.

Sat 17 Oct11:00Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage, 1A Dryden Terrace, Edinburgh, EH7 4NB, United Kingdom

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Community

Pumpkin Projects – Halloween Carving Fun

It’s a braw day for carvin’! Join us for some pumpkin-carving fun and create your own seasonal masterpiece. All tools and -materials – including a battery tea light – are provided, and our team will be on hand to help you design and decorate your spooky creation. Due to sharp objects all participates must be above 6 years old.

Fri 23 Oct14:00Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage, 1A Dryden Terrace, Edinburgh, EH7 4NB, United Kingdom

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Arts & Culture

Spooky Saturday – Halloween Craft Fun

It’s a braw day for spooky makkin’! Join us for a fun, family-friendly Halloween craft session. Create your own spooky decorations and designs inspired by Scotland’s firefighting past -from haunted helmets to ghostly fire engines. All materials are provided, just bring your imagination! Drop-in · Free, donations welcome

Sat 31 Oct10:00Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage, 1A Dryden Terrace, Edinburgh, EH7 4NB, United Kingdom

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Talks & Lectures

Around £5

Great Fire of Edinburgh – Evening Historical Talk

In 1824, Edinburgh witnessed two events that transformed firefighting in Scotland: the appointment of James Braidwood as the city’s first Master of Engines, and the devastating Great Fire of Edinburgh that swept through the Old Town weeks later. From destruction came innovation, shaping modern firefighting methods across the country. Join us for a talk exploring the Great Fire and the legacy of James Braidwood. Presented by Dave Farries QFSM. This talk will take in person at the Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage, cost is £5 per person.

Thu 12 Nov18:00Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage, 1A Dryden Terrace, Edinburgh, EH7 4NB, United Kingdom

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History & Heritage

Christmas Cheer at the Museum

It’s a braw day for cheer! For one day only, Santa will be visiting the museum, spreading cheer and festive sparkle. Bring the family to meet him, share your Christmas wishes, take a photo, and receive a wee gift to take home.

Sat 12 Dec10:00Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage, 1A Dryden Terrace, Edinburgh, EH7 4NB, United Kingdom

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