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Tapestry Tours App

Tapestry Tours App

Begin your virtual journey through the rich tapestry of Scottish history, culture, and landscapes by downloading Tapestry Tours from the App Store or Google Play. 

Explore the threads that connect the past to the present and experience the grandeur of the Great Tapestry of Scotland in a whole new way. Uncover the captivating tales that shaped a nation and be prepared to be amazed at the remarkable stories woven into every stitch. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, an art lover, or simply curious about Scotland’s heritage, this app is designed to captivate and educate users of all ages. Start your exploration today and embark on a captivating adventure through Scotland’s remarkable past.

Tapestry Tours goes beyond passive observation by offering a range of tours to enhance your exploration of the tapestry:


  1. Short History of Scotland: Take an audio narrated tour of the history of Scotland in 30 panels. Hand picked and narrated by Historian Alasdair Moffett this short tour pulls out some of the key events in Scottish history. Hear about Scotland as it emerges from the ice age, meet the Viking, discover the final Jacobite Uprising and more!
 
  1. Hidden Stories: This unique tours allows you to hear from the stitchers themselves – the story of the tapestry in the words of those who stitched it. Discover the hidden stories within the tapestry, by those who made it.
 
  1. Stitch Seekers: Designed for children this tour encourages you to look deeper into the panels and seek out hidden elements. Can you find the spider in panel 30? Why is there a mole in panel 60? Become a stitch seeker and find out!
 

With Tapestry Tours, you can enjoy the wonders of the Great Tapestry of Scotland anytime, anywhere. The app is compatible with smartphones and tablets, ensuring that you can carry this extraordinary tapestry in your pocket and delve into its stories whenever inspiration strikes.

Download Tapestry Tours Today!

Download Tapestry Tours for Apple Here
Download Tapestry Tours for Android Here

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  • CLOSED 25th & 26th December. 1st & 2nd January
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