Support Us

Lecture | The Old Fox: The Life And Death Of Simon Fraser, 11th Lord Lovat

Thursday 18th March
6.30pm-8.00pm

Join Murdo Fraser as he explores the turbulent history of Lord Lovat, one of the most controversial figures of the Jacobite period. From clan chief and political double agent to his support for Bonnie Prince Charlie during the 1745 Rising, Lord Lovat navigated a world of shifting loyalties, political intrigue and ambition. Discover how his involvement in the Rising led to his execution as the last person in British history to be beheaded for treason.

Become a Friends Member here for discounted lecture tickets, free museum entry and exclusive member events.

Why not Stay for a post lecture supper in the Bistro (See Menu)

2 courses £30 | 3 courses £35

Price range: £10.00 through £47.00

Ticket

Post-Lecture Supper

Clear

Starters

Mains

Desserts

Allergies and Dietary Requirements

Other Dietary requirements can be catered for. Please let us know if you have any ...

Product total

Options total

Grand total

Additional Information

One of the most notorious figures in early 18^th century Scotland, Lord Lovat was a clan chief who had to fight for his land and title, an alleged rapist, a prisoner of Louis XIV in France, a Jacobite sympathiser and a Hanoverian double agent. His support for Bonnie Prince Charlie in the 1745 Rising would lead him to the block as the last man ever to be beheaded for treason in British history, whilst the crowds sang at him “Don’t you love it, Lord Lovat”. Murdo Fraser will give this illustrated talk which will cover the life and times of one of the most colourful, controversial and significant figures of the Jacobite period.

Murdo Fraser has been a Member of the Scottish Parliament for Mid-Scotland and Fife since 2001, and currently serves as a Scottish Conservative spokesman on Public Service Reform. A keen student of Scottish history, his double biography of the Marquis of Argyll and the 1st Marquis of Montrose, The Rivals, was published in 2015. He is now co-host of the Scottish history podcast A Thistle with Thorns

6.30pm Drinks Reception (Drink included in ticket price), 7.00pm Lecture Commences

£12 non members | £10 Friends

Become a Friends Member here

Why not Stay for a post lecture supper in the Bistro (See Menu)

2 courses £30

3 courses £35