Paisley’s 12 Talks of Christmas: Twelve Nights of Stories, Heritage and Festive Cheer
- Gavin Divers
- Nov 9
- 2 min read
This December, Paisley Tours invites locals and visitors to step inside the story of Scotland’s largest town with The 12 Talks of Christmas — a brand-new festive series of heritage evenings at the Paisley Tours Heritage Hub, 2 County Place.
Across twelve nights, local historians, artists and community voices will share the stories that made Paisley famous: the rise of the mills, the weaving of the Paisley Pattern, the songs of Robert Tannahill, the glory of St Mirren, and the hidden secrets of Paisley Abbey.
Tickets are just £9 (including booking fee and mince pies) and each talk is limited to 25 guests, creating a cosy, authentic atmosphere right in the heart of the town centre.
🎟️ Book here: www.paisleytours.org.uk/christmastalk
Why visit Paisley this Christmas
Once Scotland’s largest town, Paisley is now one of the country’s most exciting heritage destinations. From its medieval abbey and textile legacy to its music, art and community spirit, there’s no shortage of stories to discover — and The 12 Talks of Christmas brings them all together under one roof.
Founder Gavin Divers explains:
“We’ve welcomed over 2,000 visitors since launching Paisley Tours earlier this year. This new series keeps that energy going through winter — it’s about celebrating the people and stories that make Paisley special.”
Each evening offers a different theme, combining history, humour and community spirit — plus a mince pie and a warm welcome.
The full festive line-up
Mon 1 Dec – Richard Vassie: The Story of Coats
Wed 3 Dec – David Reid (William Wallace Society): Wallace and His Paisley Connection
Fri 5 Dec – Fred McNeill: The Paisley Punk Story
Mon 8 Dec – Dan Coughlan: The Story of the Loom
Wed 10 Dec – Paisley Thread Mill Museum: Life and Work in the Mills
Fri 12 Dec – Harry Hornby: Unseen Paisley
Mon 15 Dec – Garry Wallace (Whithaugh Barracks): Paisley’s Military History
Wed 17 Dec – Pauline Vallance: The Songs of Tannahill – Harp, Voice and Story
Fri 19 Dec – St Mirren Historian: The Heart of the Buddies
*Sat 21 Dec – Special Guest Talk – To Be Confirmed
Mon 22 Dec – Graeme McCormick: Secrets of Paisley Abbey
*Tue 23 Dec – Festive Finale
A celebration of Paisley heritage
Whether you’re visiting Renfrewshire for the first time or you’ve lived here all your life, The 12 Talks of Christmas offers a unique way to experience Paisley’s heritage. Every event is designed to be accessible, informal and full of local pride — the perfect evening out in the run-up to Christmas.
So if you’re searching for things to do in Paisley this Christmas, or you’re simply looking for a warm night out with stories, community and a mince pie in hand, look no further.
Come for the history. Stay for the stories.
Leave with a bit more Paisley in your heart.
🎟️ Book now: www.paisleytours.org.uk/christmastalk
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