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The Urban Historian

The Urban Historian provides professional Heritage Walks in Paisley and Renfrewshire all year round on a regular basis.

The Urban Historian

About The Urban Historian

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Each heritage walk is different, and ranges from the archaeology and weaving heritage of Kilbarchan to the origins and growth of Paisley.

The Urban Historian can provide bespoke heritage walks in Paisley and Renfrewshire, outwith our scheduled walks.

We also provide talks for interested groups such as church groups, care homes and hospices.

Stephen, the heritage walk leader, a professional archaeologist and historian has been working in Renfrewshire for 25 years on excavations and over the last 10 years has been teaching Renfrewshire's local history and archaeology at the University of the West of Scotland and privately (freelance lectures were previously run under the name Renfrewshire History).

Our Heritage Walk schedule can be found on our website.

Upcoming Events at The Urban Historian

Family History Cafe

4th October 2025

Join Renfrewshire Ancestors, from The Urban Historian, for the Family History Cafe and talk about discovering ancestors in Paisley and Renfrewshire!

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History Cafe: Views Of Renfrewshire

18th October 2025

Join Renfrewshire Heritage in Blend Coffee Lounge at Paisley Arts Centre on Saturday 18th October for their in-person History Cafe discussing Views Of Renfrewshire.

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Walking Tours on Wheels

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Paisley Tours: Walking Tours with Heart, History and Local Soul

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Kilmacolm Farm Tours

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Experience a fantastic farm animal safari from a purpose built 14 seater all weather trailer where you can enjoy the panoramic 360 degree views of this working farm in Kilmacolm!

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Popular Events

Braehead Autumn Fashion Weekender
Braehead Shopping Centre is turning up the style this October with its free Autumn Fashion weekender, on Saturday 4th October and Sunday 5th October!
Viennese Christmas Spectacular by Candlelight
Join London Concertante at Paisley Abbey as they celebrate the spirit of Christmas with a symphonic feast that will leave your heart soaring and your soul filled with joy!
Christmas At The Movies By Candlelight
Join London Concertante at Paisley Abbey and embark on a jolly journey through the heart-warming and hilarious worlds of beloved Christmas films!
Autumn Coffee Morning
Join the organisers of Kilbarchan Show for a lovely coffee catch-up with lots of chat and fabulous home baking at their Autumn Coffee Morning on Saturday 4th October!
King Of Birds
Don't miss Americana rock band King of Birds and special guest Sulidae live at The Bungalow Paisley on Tuesday 23rd December!

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