Paws, Claws and Cobblestones

Live Storytelling · Meet at Scottish Storytelling Centre

Meet at Scottish Storytelling Centre, Scottish Storytelling Centre, 43-45 High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1SR

Dates

• Fri 16 Oct 2026 · 11:00 · 1h · £8

Meet cheeky monkeys up to mischief on the Royal Mile, elephants on parade at the Castle and determined dogs whose loyalty made them famous. These fascinating tales, inspired by Edinburgh’s rich past, bring to life some of the city’s most unusual and beloved animal characters. Along the way, children and adults alike will be invited to sing, clap, chant, and join in the storytelling as the adventures unfold.

Perfect for families, this interactive show combines history, folklore, storytelling and song in a celebration of Edinburgh’s famous furry friends. Come along, join the fun and discover the animal antics hidden within the streets and stories of Scotland’s capital city!

Tickets & full listing

Also on nearby, Fri 16 Oct 2026

• Exhibition: Folkloria! — Storytelling Court · 100 m · 10:00
• Costume Couture: Sixty Years of Cosprop — Dovecot Studios · 300 m · 10:00
• Exhibition: Rain — National Library of Scotland · 500 m · 10:00
• Catherine Opie: To Be Seen — National Galleries Scotland: National · 700 m · 10:00
• Jillian Edelstein: Among People — Stills Centre for Photography · 300 m · 11:00
• Elizabeth Blackadder: A Life in Colour — Dovecot Studios · 300 m · 12:00

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