Royal Burgh of Selkirk and District Community Council

A series of exhibitions and event programmes have been organised in 2024 to mark the 200th anniversary of the publication of James Hogg’s novel The Private Memoirs and Confessions of a Justified Sinner.

Described as “Relaxed, accessible and informative”, Rantin’ Rovin’ Romantics is a new monthly series of readings of extracts from the literature of Scott, Hogg and their contemporaries.

Incorporating collections-focused discussions, these events have been taking since at Sir Walter Scott’s Courtroom since May; the last one is on 31 October. The Courtroom also has a special exhibition about James Hogg to mark the anniversary of the publication of his seminal novel.

 

Event info and dates:

1. John Keats: Season of Mists and Mellow Fruitfulness: Wed 25th September, 19:00 – 20:00

2. Gothic, Ghostly & Gruesome Tales: Thursday 31st October, 19:00 – 20:00

 

 Seated talks/events have limited places and entry is by donation. Please book via Sir Walter Scott’s Courtroom: Telephone – 01750 720761.