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  • OldTown Wall | Walking Tour | All About Edinburgh

    Walking tour of Edinburgh's Old City Wall. Flip book with all the history of the wall and where you can see the remains from 1427 - 1628. Start at Johnston Terrace (Granny Green Steps and finish the walk at the Tron Kikrk in the Royal Mile. also a link to all the history. Old Town Wall Walking Tour Start the tour at Johnston Terrace Granny Green Steps Edinburgh End the walk at the Tron Kirk High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh. For all the sites and history click on the button below. there is also a flip book on this page. Old Town Wall Walking Tour Old Town Wall walking tour takes you on a journey around what was Edinburgh from 1560. The first wall being built was 1427 and after the battle of Flodden where the last reigning monarch was killed the wall was extended and fortified to protect Edinburgh from invading English armies. On the walk you will not only see what remains of the wall you will see what made Edinburgh great. Edinburgh was where kings and Queens, Lords and Ladies, lived. The education centre of the world and where many inventions that changed the world.

  • Calton Hill | Free Walking Tour | All About Edinburgh

    Free Walking Tour from Tron Kirk around Calton Hill and back to the high street. This is the way to see Edinburgh on free All About Edinburgh Walking Tours. Calton Hill Walking Tour Calton Hill Sumit Climb the steps and short path to the top of Calton Hill from Waterloo Place and you will see views of Scotland for up to 100 miles on a clear day. To the east, west and north you can see the River Forth and the famous red Forth Rail Bridge and the many islands in the Firth of Forth. This includes the Bass Rock, named by David Attenborough as 'one of the 12 wildlife wonders of the world'. To the east Berwick Law, a 613-foot (187 m) volcanic hill (which is worth a climb). Looking over to Arthur Seat and Salisbury Crags below you can see Holyrood Abbey, Holyrood Palace, Scottish Parliament Building and Our Dynamic Earth. Just over the road you can see the memorial to Robert Burns and an enormous obelisk which remembers the political martyrs of 1793, who were banished for sedition and lived the remainder of their lives in Australia. The Nelson Monument (built in 1807) in the form of an upturned telescope can be climbed by the 143 spiral stairs to the top. It is well worth the climb just for the view. Edinburgh’s National Monument referred to as "The Athens of the North" (a replica of the Parthenon), the unfinished monument is to commemorate victims of the Napoleonic Wars. The project was started in 1826 and, as you can see, is still not finished. Calton Hill Walking Tour The route of the tour takes you from Tron Kirk in the High Street to Worlds End where the gates to Edinburgh once stood. On the way you will see Old Graveyard with a famous statue of Abraham Lincoln. Climb Calton Hill where there are amazing views of the city, Arthur Seat, Fife Coast, East Lothian Coast and the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Going down Jacob's Ladder to the Canongate and High Street where the tour Ends at the World's End. Calton Hill Sumit Climb the steps and short path to the top of Calton Hill from Waterloo Place and you will see views of Scotland for up to 100 miles on a clear day. To the east, west and north you can see the River Forth and the famous red Forth Rail Bridge and the many islands in the Firth of Forth. This includes the Bass Rock, named by David Attenborough as 'one of the 12 wildlife wonders of the world'. To the east Berwick Law, a 613-foot (187 m) volcanic hill (which is worth a climb). Looking over to Arthur Seat and Salisbury Crags below you can see Holyrood Abbey, Holyrood Palace, Scottish Parliament Building and Our Dynamic Earth. Just over the road you can see the memorial to Robert Burns and an enormous obelisk which remembers the political martyrs of 1793, who were banished for sedition and lived the remainder of their lives in Australia. The Nelson Monument (built in 1807) in the form of an upturned telescope can be climbed by the 143 spiral stairs to the top. It is well worth the climb just for the view. Edinburgh’s National Monument referred to as "The Athens of the North" (a replica of the Parthenon), the unfinished monument is to commemorate victims of the Napoleonic Wars. The project was started in 1826 and, as you can see, is still not finished. Blair Street Blair Street was formed when the South Bridge was being built in 1768. To give access to the Cowgate from the High Street, at that time Marlin’s Wynd and Pebble's Wynd were demolished in 1785 with the west side of Niddry Street. Blair Street as Hunter Square was named after Lord Provost Sir James Hunter Blair. Marlin’s (Merlyoune) Wynd Marlin’s Wynd is below the level of the present streets as Mary King’s Close is. Marlin’s Wynd was to the west of the Tron Kirk and ran down to the Cowgate. Named after John Merlyoune (Marlin), who was in charge of paving the High Street. He requested in memory of his work that he would be buried underneath the paving stones. He was buried at the head of the Wynd (which was named after him) by paving stones in the shape of a grave. Other writings mention that the High Street was paved in 1532 by two brothers John and Bartoulme Foliot. Also a John Merlyoune was first to pave Marlin's Wynd 1542. Hunter Square Sir Chris Hoy Gold Mail Box Sir Chris Hoy MBE, won his first Olympic gold medal in 2004. He won 3 Olympic gold medals in Beijing and was knighted by the queen in 2009. In the London Olympics of 2012 all British gold medal winners also received a post box painted gold in their home city/town. Sir Chris Hoy won 2 gold medals and there are 2 post boxes in Edinburgh one in Hunter Square of the Royal Mile and the other in Hanover Street across from the Art Galleries at the foot of The Mound. Chris Hoy is Scotland’s most successful Olympian. Sir Chris Hoy was educated at George Watson and Edinburgh University. With 6 Olympic gold medals and 11 world championships he is most definitely a world sports superstar. Tron Kirk Looking from the North Bridge and down the High Street during the Edinburgh Festival in August with the Tron Kirk in the distance. The Tron kirk was founded by King Charles I as the congregation at St Giles require a church due to St Giles now being a cathedral. The Tron Kirk was built circa 1644. Due to the Great fires in 1824 the Tron’s Steeple was burnt down and rebuilt in 1824 The Tron was closed as a church in 1952. The area beside the Tron was the original place for bringing in the bells (celebrating the changing of the old year to new). The Inscription on the wall tablet tells of the spire being burnt and rebuilt. North Bridge Edinburgh Connecting Old with New The Original North Bridge was founded in 1763, opening in 1772 to link the Edinburgh Old Town with the New Town. Due to the high volume of people and transport that used the bridge it was widened in 1876, it was then demolished in 1894 to make way for the present North Bridge which was opened in 1897. The main rail lines run underneath the bridge. At the foot of the bridge is the Balmoral Hotel and Princes Street and at the top are the Scotsman and Carlton Hotels and the famous Royal Mile. North Bridge Arcade The North Bridge Arcade opened in 1900 as part of the larger development that integrated the North Bridge with the Scotsman building rare surviving example of a Victorian covered arcade in Scotland, Fictional Figure above the North Bridge entrance to the Arcade, attributed to William Birnie Rhind, is located above the arcade entrance. Figure of Peace : A statue representing "Peace" sits in an aedicule on the north elevation, crafted by Frederick Schenck. There are also statues of the Roman god Mercury as part of the arcade's decorative scheme. Night and Day: These figures, based on Michelangelo's famous sculptures, were created by Joseph Hayes Scotsman Steps The Scotsman Steps is a covered ornate pedestrian staircase for quick access to Waverley Station from the North Bridge. Named after the Scotsman buiding as it was next to the Scotsmans front doors. Built as a public staircase. It opened in 1902. Scotsman Building Built for the Scotsman Newspaper and opened in 1904 as the headquarters for The Scotsman newspaper, with printing presses and news offices. Previously in a purpose built building in Cockburn Street built in 1860. BRONZE PLAQUE ILLUSTRATION OLD NORTH BRIDGE FOUNDATION STONE NORTH BRIDGE BRONZE PLAQUE The King’s Own Scottish Borderers Memorial Monument On the 19th March 1689 David Leslie Earl of Leven gathered a regiment of soldiers within two hours to defend the City of Edinburgh. For Leven’s regiment’s gallantry in defending Edinburgh and later at the Battle of Killiecrankie with a resounding victory for the Jacobite’s lead by James VII of Scotland and II of England, the magistrates of Edinburgh gave the unique right of recruiting by the beat of the drum, marching through the Edinburgh streets with drums beating and flags flying and bayonets fixed. The regiment was later named The King’s Own Scottish Borderers. It is now part of the Royal Regiment of Scotland. The North British Station Hotel (Balmoral Hotel) The North British Station Hotel (The Balmoral) opened for Business in 1902 built on the site of 2 previous hotels The Crown and Royal Eagle opening around 1811 and is positioned next to the Waverley Station between Waverley Bridge and the North Bridge, which gives direct access to Edinburgh’s old town, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle and The Palace of Holyrood House (Holyrood Palace). Directly behind the hotel is Calton Hill. The Hotel is at the east end of Princes Street, one of the most famous and picturesque streets in the world. The clock has historically been set 5 minutes fast giving rail travellers the illusion that they are late for their train. The site it stands on is where the first ever hotel in Edinburgh stood. James Young Simpson Duncan Flockhart & Co Plaque operated a pharmacy from a position at the foot of the North Bridge on part of the site now occupied by the Balmoral Hotel. Duncan Flockhart was to make the chloroform that James Young Simpson would use on his successful experiments on pain relief in 1847 which changed the way medical operations would be carried out. The plaque shows where the pharmacy was sited in 1847. Multrees Hill The Street's name Multrees Walk is derived from the family Montrays who lived here in the reign James V. The hill taking its name from the family. The hill was on the highest point before Calton hill and was used for hangings and displaying the dead on poles as a deterant to others. Later the area of Multrees Hill, was developed into a small village of workshops prior to the new town and North Bridge being Built. Lang Dykes From Multrees Hill on the east to Kirkbraehead (Rutland Square) on the west. This road was called the ' Lang gait,' or 'Lang dykes,' a country road walled on either side with farm lands on the north side. The main road from east to west now replaced by the New Town. The road now where Rose Street is. Register House Princes Street Edinburgh Register House can be found at the foot of North Bridge Edinburgh built on Multrees Hill. Named after It was opened in the 1790 and New Register House on the west side of the building in West Register Street was completed in the 1858. The buildings were built to store records of registry (births, deaths and marriages) and is also where the Tartan registry is now housed. Directly outside Register House can be found the Duke of Wellington’s statue which was erected in 1852 in memory of the Battle of Waterloo. Waterloo Place leading to the Calton Hill is also named in memory of the Battle of Waterloo which took place in 1815. Duke of Wellington Statue Princes Street Edinburgh Directly outside Register House can be found the Duke of Wellington’s statue which was erected in 1852 in memory of the Battle of Waterloo. Waterloo Place leading to the Calton Hill is also named in memory of the Battle of Waterloo which took place in 1815. The name of the horse erected in 1852. The Horse was called Copenhagen. Ritchie Clock Edinburgh Circle The clock that can be found on the west side of the Wellington Statue is a clock that was part of the “Edinburgh Circle” a number of electronic clocks placed around the city by Frederick James Ritchie to give the correct time to Edinburgh’s residents. General Post Office Building General Post Office in Edinburgh was built on the site of the Theatre Royal which opened in 1769 and closed in 1859 The area being Shakespeare Square at the east side of the North Bridge. The foundation stone was laid by Prince Albert in October 1861, and the building opened in May 1866. It closed as the Post Office in 1995. Robert Stevenson A case where a famous grandfather had an even more famous grandson. Robert Stevenson was a Scottish civil engineer and a specialist in lighthouse design. During his career he designed and oversaw construction of 18 lighthouses. His sons David and Thomas were also designers of Lighthouses Fidra Lighthouse and the Bass Rock Lighthouse were both designed by the Stevenson's. Robert Stevenson's bust in 1 Baxter Place Edinburgh where he lived in Edinburgh. An apt tribute to a great man, 'thanks to Courtyard by Marriott for the tribute'. The Regent Bridge The Regent Bridge Waterloo Place Edinburgh Building started in 1815 and opened on the 18th August 1819. Robert Stevenson built the Regent Bridge in Waterloo Place which was completed to give access from Leith to Princes Street and the New Town. The bridge spanned what was Leith Wynd a road from the Canongate to Leith. The route the Coaches to London would take before the Regent Bridge was built. Old Calton Graveyard The larger part of the graveyard lies to the south of Waterloo Place and includes a number of interesting memorials. An enormous obelisk by Thomas Hamilton (1784 - 1858) is of the memorial to the political martyrs of 1793, who were transported to Australia because of their incitement to rebellion. The classical monument to philosopher David Hume (1711-76) was built in 1777 by Robert Adam (1728-92) and the Emancipation Monument (1893), comprising a bronze of Abraham Lincoln with a grateful free slave, remembering the Scottish soldiers who fought in the American Civil War (1861-5). Other residents include painter David Allan (1744-96), Robert Burn (1752 - 1815), who built the Nelson Monument on Calton Hill and was the father of architect William Burn (1789 - 1870), publisher Archibald Constable (1774 - 1827) and sculptor Sir John Steel (1804-91). OLD CALTON GRAVEYARD GATES THE MARTYR’S OBELISK In 1793 members of the Friends of the People, a universal suffrage movement, were brought to trial and deported to Australia. They were charged with treason for attempting to correspond with the French. Their true crime in the eyes of the judges was, they wanted voting rights for all. The men became known as the Chartist Martyrs. Thomas Muir of Hunter’s Hill was their leading figure, and he, along with four others who followed him, were banished to Botany Bay in Australia on 30 August 1793. The men went on to become prosperous citizens in Australia. THOMAS MUIR, THOMAS FYSHE PALMER, WILLIAM SKIRVING MAURICE MARCAROT and JOSEPH GERRALD. The Obelisk memorial was erected in 1844 across from Calton Hill. John and James Playfair James and John Playfair memorial Old Calton Burial Ground Edinburgh. John Playfair was a minister of the Church of Scotland. He was also a professor of natural philosophy at the University of Edinburgh. Furthermore he was also an Astronomer Geologist and mathematician. His brother James was a Scottish Architect. They were both uncles to William Henry Playfair who similarly to James, possibly became Scotland’s greatest Architect. Both buried in Old Calton Burial Ground. Thomas Hamilton (1784 – 1858) Thomas Hamilton Architect and Builder from Glasgow had his main business in Edinburgh. He was certainly the leading Greek Revivalists in Scotland of Enlightenment Architecture. Most noteworthy places he was attributed to in Edinburgh are the the Royal High School, Royal College of Physicians, George IV Bridge, Dean Gallery and the Martyrs’ Obelisk all designed by Thomas Hamilton. Finally he was buried in the Old Calton Burial Ground. Robert Burn Robert Burn was a very prominent builder and Architect in Edinburgh and father of William Burn also to become an architect (possibly one of the great Architects of Britain). Born in 1752 at Jessfield, North Leith. Later he was to own the estate of Jessfield North Leith. A master Mason by trade and Burgess of Edinburgh. Father of 16 children his wife erected a Gothic tomb in his honour in the Old Calton Burial Ground in 1816 where he is buried. DAVID HUME'S TOMB David Hume was born on the 26 April 1711 in Edinburgh was a Scottish philosopher and historian He was one of the most important figures in the history of Western philosophy and the Scottish Enlightenment. David Hume attended the University of Edinburgh. Hume achieved great literary fame as a historian publishing The History of England. David Hume lived from 1771 until his death in 1776 at his home in St. Andrew Square in Edinburgh's New Town. The actual site of his home is 21 St David Street. There are two thoughts on how St David Street was named 1st after King David I and the other after David Hume. ABRAHAM LINCOLN CIVIL WAR MEMORIAL An important part of the graveyard, beside Hume’s tomb, stands Abraham Lincoln. The memorial was erected in 1893. It depicts a standing figure of Abraham Lincoln, with a freed slave giving thanks at his feet. A bronze shield bears the old US flag, and is wreathed in thistles to the left, and cotton to the right. Two regimental flags lay furled, the battle being over. A man holds a book, indicating that he is not only free, he is also now educated. This was the first statue to an American President in any country out with the USA. It is the only statue of Lincoln in Scotland, and the only monument to the American Civil War out with the USA. The monument was erected at American expense and dedicated to a small group of Scots, only one of whom, William Duff, is buried under the monument, the rest are nearby. Lincoln felt indebted, and wished their graves to be marked. They had all fought for the Union (the North) in the American Civil War. The inscription, "To preserve the jewel of liberty in the framework of Freedom" is a quotation from the writings of Abraham Lincoln. Those interred and honoured; Sergeant Major John McEwan, Company H 65th Regiment Illinois Infantry William L Duff, Lt Col 2nd Illinois Regiment of Artillery Robert Steedman, Company E 5th Regiment Maine Infantry Volunteers James Wilkie, Company C 1st Michigan Cavalry Robert Ferguson Company F 57th Regiment New York Infantry Volunteers Alexander Smith Company G 66th Regiment New York Infantry Volunteers Daniel Stewart Daniel Stewart born in Logierait, Killin, Perthshire in 1741. As a wig-maker he served his employer for many years and on his death his employer left a sum of money to Daniel which he invested in property as a result became a wealthy merchant. He was also appointed master of the Exchequer in Edinburgh. Daniel never married. Therefore he left his money to the Merchant Company of Edinburgh to fund a Hospital (school) for orphan and destitute boys. Daniel Stewart died in 1814 and is buried in Old Calton Burial ground. Stewart’s Melville College is certainly Edinburgh’s best independent Day and Boarding School for boys aged 12 – 18 in Edinburgh. Archibald Constable Archibald Constable was born in Fife Scotland in 1774. Firstly in 1788 on moving to Edinburgh he became an apprentice book seller. Starting his own business in 1795 dealing in rare books he quickly became well thought of and became publisher of the Edinburgh Review and also purchased the Scots Magazine in 1801. They certainly being two of the most popular of their time. He lived in South Leith 3 Park Place and died on 21 July 1827 age 52. He is buried in Old Calton Burial Ground Edinburgh. The Three Tenors At the right of the steps a bronze memorial plaque to the original 3 Tennors. They were at the time the most famous Singers in the world. David Kennedy a world renowned Scottish tenor born in Perth 1825 and died at the age of 61. John Wilson was a singer born in Edinburgh in 1800 and sang in front of Queen Victoria and in Covent Garden and Drury Lane he died in Quebec at age 49. John Templeton was the greatest musical artist of his time. Traveling the world he was a tenor opera singer born in Riccarton Kilmarnock 1802 and died age 84. Saint-Volodymyr Plaque Volodymyr was born circa 960, Volodymyr meaning peaceful ruler. On 11 July 978 become the “sole ruler” of the Kyiv realm. Few names in the annals of history can compare in significance with the name of holy Equal-to-the-Apostles 'Volodymyr, the Baptiser of Rus’, who stands forever at the onset of the foreordained spiritual destiny of the Russian Church and the Russian Orthodox people. Rock House Calton Hill Rock House was originally built circa 1750 and was where David Octavius Hill and Robert Adamson circa 1840 had an art and photographic studio. They were first to be recognised for photography as an art form. David Octavius Hill and Robert Adamson used the calotype process which was invented by William Henry Fox Talbot in 1840. The image of Hill and Adamson could be classed as the first ever selfie. Rock House was were Robert Adamson(right) and David Octavius Hill (left) lived. The Inscription on plaque reads; Rock House | The Studio of the | pioneer photographers | Robert Adamson and | David Octavius Hill | 1843 – 1847 Calton-Hill The-Way-up The way to the top is from Waterloo Place opposite St Andrew’s House. THE PORTUGUESE CANNON CALTON HILL EDINBURGH The Portuguese cannon was made in the 1400s of brass and has travelled all over the world. On the barrel can be seen the Spanish Royal Coat of Arms. In 1886 it was presented to Edinburgh and has stood on Calton Hill since 1887. The National Monument The National Monument was modelled upon the Parthenon in Athens one of the reasons that Edinburgh is known as the Athens of the North. Construction started in 1826 and, due to the lack of funds, was left unfinished. The monument has the nickname of, "Edinburgh's Disgrace", another reason Edinburgh is known as the Athens of the North is that the buildings of the new town were built of white sand stone which resembled marble DUGALD STEWART FRSE FRS CALTON HILL Dugald Stewart (1753 – 1828) was a Scottish Enlightenment Philosopher and mathematician. Born in Edinburgh in 1753, educated at the Royal High School, Edinburgh University and Oxford University. He died in 1828 and is buried in the Canongate Kirk graveyard. CITY OBSERVATORY The First Observatory in Edinburgh was founded in 1776 on Calton Hill by Thomas Short and was demolished in 1850 and moved to Castle Hill, the building where the Camera Obscura is now. The Gothic Tower was used for several years as the site of a new observatory before the City Observatory was built in 1818. In 1822 it became the Royal Observatory and moved to Blackford Hill in 1896 where it still stands. It has been a world leader in astronomy from then to this day. THE GOTHIC TOWER The Gothic Tower, the original Observatory House built 1776 design of James Craig. This was to be the first observatory with a camera obscura and a transit telescope for astronomical observations is a building of Architectural and Cultural Significance. NELSON MONUMENT The Nelson Monument is dedicated to Admiral Lord Horatio Nelson who died at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. The foundation stone was laid on 21 October 1807 and the monument was completed in 1816. The monument is shaped like an upside down telescope. It is linked with the One O’clock Gun at Edinburgh Castle. Professor Charles Piazzi Smyth, the second Astronomer Royal for Scotland was first to have the idea of the time ball. He had it installed on a mast on Nelson Monument in 1853. The ball on the mast rises every day at 5 minutes before 1p.m. (13.00hrs) not on Sunday. THE TIME BALL CALTON HILL EDINBURGH The Time Ball on the mast of Nelson’s monument was originally a visual aid for the sailors in the Leith port and the Firth of Forth to set their chronometers by. Later due to the regular bad weather in Edinburgh it was decided that an audio aid would also be required and the Time Ball was attached to a steel cable over 4000 feet long and 240 feet in the air in 1861, which was attached to a clock in the Edinburgh Castle which set the gun to fire from the half-moon battery, is still synchronised with the One O’clock Gun to this day. The ball will rise up the mast just before 13.00 hours and at one o’clock will return to the foot of the mast as the gun on the castle ramparts will be fired. Frederick James Ritchie clock maker of the One O’clock Gun lived at 6 Brunton Place at the foot of the Calton Hill. Inscriptions: Above main door on the Stone tablet reads: TO THE MEMORY OF VICE ADMIRAL HORATIO LORD VISCOUNT NELSON, AND OF THE GREAT VICTORY OF TRAFALGAR | TOO DEARLY PURCHASED WITH HIS BLOOD | THE GRATEFUL CITIZENS OF EDINBURGH HAVE ERECTED THIS MONUMENT | NOT TO EXPRESS THEIR UNAVAILING SORROW FOR HIS DEATH | NOR YET TO CELEBRATE THE MATCHLESS GLORIES OF HIS LIFE | BUT BY HIS NOBLE EXAMPLE, TO TEACH THEIR SONS | TO EMULATE WHAT THEY ADMIRE, AND, LIKE HIM | WHEN DUTY REQUIRES IT, TO DIE FOR THEIR COUNTRY. Calton Hill Stone Cairn The stone in the photograph below has been erected on this spot to indicate the highest point of Calton Hill. A tradition in Scotland, was to carry a stone from the foot of a hill / mountain and when at the summit. As many reached the summit a pile of stones formed as a Cairn signifying the top. Democracy Cairn The Cairn on Calton Hill is positioned when looking to the coast the Scottish Parliament building is to the right and when looking west the National Monument stand behind it. The Cairn has six plaques which are attached to stones from places of importance. The Cairn was unveiled on 10 April 1998. On top of the cairn stands a brazier including four sets of medallions, three to each side. On the top the dove of peace, centre Knight on horseback foot, a three-pronged abstract. On the other sides are; Two open hands, Bird on twig, A plaque with writing | Section of the World, Viking Ship, Ancient Celtic Cross. | Nuclear Family, Celtic Design, Crescent Moon with Compass Heading 2 Democracy Cairn Vigil Cairn Plaque The Cairn plaque reads: This cairn was built by the keepers of the Vigil for a Scottish Parliament. The Vigil was kept at the foot of this road. It began on the night of the 10th April 1992 as news broke of the fourth Consecutive Conservative General Election victory. It ended 1980 days later. The previous day, 11th September 1997, Scotland voted "Yes, Yes" for her own Parliament. Erected by Democracy for Scotland, 10th April 1998 Auschwitz Haining Plaque THIS STONE FROM AUSCHWITZ IS IN MEMORY OF JANE HAINING SCOTTISH MISSIONARY AND ALL OTHERS WHO DIED IN THE DEATH CAMP Hugh MacDiarmid Plaque FOR WE HA'E FAITH IN SCOTLAND'S HIDDEN POO'ERS. THE PRESENT'S THEIRS BUT A' THE PAST AND FUTURE'S OORS. HUGH MACDIARMID Paris-Auld-Alliance-Plaque PAVING STONE FROM PARIS USED FOR DEFENDING DEMOCRACY DONATED TO THE PEOPLE OF SCOTLANDN BY SUPPORTERS IN PARIS TO COMMEMORATE THE AULD ALLIANCE Robert Burns Plaque THIS STANE WAS TAEN FRAE THE MAUCHLIN HAME O ROBERT BURNS AND JEAN ARMOUR DURIN THE RENOVATION IN 1966 THE BICENTENARY O THE POETS DAITH "THE RANK IS BUT THE GUINEA'S STAMP THE MAN'S THE GOWD FOR A THAT." Destiny Marches Plaque DESTINY MARCHES 1993 LOCHMABEN THIS STONE FROM BRUCE'S CASTLE REPRESENTS AN EARLIER STRUGGLE FOR SELF-DETERMINATION BY THE PEOPLE OF SCOTLAND THE GOVERNOR'S HOUSE The Governor's House was built in 1817 in the centre of the picture above is a castellated structure situated next to the Old Calton Graveyard on the left. The Governor's House was in the ideal position to keep a watchful eye on the jail which was to the right of the picture. The Calton jail being just in front of the Governor’s House on Regent Road at the time the largest prison in Scotland. The site is now St Andrews House government offices. Part of the wall of the jail is still standing and can be seen far right of picture. Old Calton Jail | St Andrew’s House Regent Road starts at the Old Calton Jail opened in 1817 and was demolished in 1930. Remains of the jail that can still be seen are the door to the death cell, which can be found in the Beehive Inn in the Grassmarket and part of the perimeter wall which is still visible. The best view of the wall is from Jeffrey Street Edinburgh just of the Royal Mile. The Building that is now on the site is St Andrew’s House (The Scottish Office) Government Building. St Andrew’s House The Scottish Office was opened in 1939, however the Royal opening of the building was delayed due to the start of World War II. The ceremony took place in 1940. The carved tablet above the doors of St Andrew’s House, A shield between unicorn on left and lion rampant on right. Unicorn holds a staff with the Scottish saltire flag and the lion holds a staff with English St George’s Cross. The Pillars that stand at each side of the entrance have a band carved with, Thistles of Scotland, Shamrocks of Ireland and Roses of England each of the nation’s emblems. Statues on St Andrews House The statues that stand high across the outside of the front building donate six industries that the Government departments look after; Agriculture, Fisheries, Education, Architecture, Health and Craft. Old Royal High School The Royal High School Building temporary housed Parliament while the present Parliament building was under construction. The original site of the school was at Holyrood Abbey in 1128 and is said to have been the oldest school in the world. Iwas for a short time in Cardinal Beaton’s Palace before iIt moved to the Blackfriars Monastery in 1578 which was at the foot of Infirmary Street, also known as High School Yards and then to Regent Road. John Campbell, Viscount Glenorchy Grand Master Mason for Scotland laid the foundation Stone on the 28th July 1825 for the new Royal High School building on Calton Hill. The New High School Building officially open on 23 June in 1829. The building is 400ft in length and is modelled on the Doric temple dedicated to Hephaestus (god of fire and metalworking) in Athens. It is the finest Greek revival building in the UK. The High School moved premises to a modern campus in 1968 near Cramond. The High School and the University of Edinburgh were the main places of learning and were known worldwide. Robert Burns Memorial Robert Burns was born on Monday 25 January 1759 and died on Thursday 21st July 1796. The Robert Burns Memorial can be found opposite the Royal High School in Regent Road. Robert Burns died at the age of 37 and is the nation’s most famous poet. He was inspired by Robert Fergusson, at the time the royal poet. Fergusson’s statue stands outside the Canongate Kirk gates. Burn’s Memorial was built in 1831 and erected in 1839 to house a marble statue of Robert Burns. The statue is now in the National Portrait Gallery in Queen Street. Arthur Seat Attractions Arthur Seat in Gaelic was originally pronounced ARD- NA –SAID. It was a volcano that has shaped the land of Edinburgh for over 1000 years. Arthur Seat rises above the city to a height of 822 feet and provides excellent panoramic views of the city. It is a favourite place for visitors to climb as it is relatively easy to climb and is popular for hill walking. You can climb Arthur Seat from almost any direction. The easiest is from the east. Enter at Duddingston gates where there are steps for the first part then a grassy slope rises above Dunsapie Loch to the summit. The Radical Road is a footpath which will take you along the top of the slope immediately under Salisbury Crags which has long been a popular walk, giving a view over the city. It became known as the Radical Road after it was paved in the aftermath of the Radical War of 1820. The beacon was erected at the top of the hill in 1688. Arthur’s Seat also has a particular significance to the history of the Church of the Latter-Day Saints as this is where the nation of Scotland was dedicated in 1840 for the preaching of the gospel. The apostle Orson Pratt of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (The Mormons) arrived in Scotland in early 1840 and climbed the hill to pray to god for more converts. There is a road that runs around the hill and you can see the three lochs. Jacob’s Ladder Jacob’s Ladder is a short cut between the Royal Mile and Calton Hill. Jacob's Ladder is a staircase and path that leads from Calton Road at the foot of New Street up the hill to Regent Road, a direct route from the Canongate to Calton Hill. The steps are next to Burns memorial and there are further steps to the top of Calton hill on the far side of Regent Road Edinburgh. New Street New Street or Young Street as it was first named after Dr Thomas Young who owned the Land. The access at the Canongate was private with chains and locks to prevent unwanted visitors to the street. David Dalrymple 1726-1792, (Lord Hailes) a prominent Scottish judge resided in a house he built at 23 New Street in Edinburgh around 1780, his main residence was in Musselburgh. Several other figures of the Scottish Enlightenment also lived in New Street as the Canongate was a popular place with the wealthy gents of the time.. In 1786 it was deemed a public street but was still chained until 1819 when the chains were taken away and access was available to all from the Canongate to Back of the Canongate North or now Calton Road. At the foot of New Street is a Doorway (Jacob’s ladder) to steps that will take you to Regent Road close to the Burns Memorial and the Calton Hill. New Street Primary School where a the mansion of David Dalrymple (Lord Hailes). East Market Street East Market Street in Edinburgh was a connecting road to the Waverley Station with garages that were unused. Now it is a thriving area with cafes boutique shops and great views of Calton Hill. Market Street the best entrance to Waverley Station and well positioned hotels. Edinburgh Council HQ Council headquarters. The sculpture of a man in a white shirt and black trousers standing on a multi-coloured scaffold tower created by Stephan Balkenhol German artist. The statue "man on the street". Leith (Leytht) Wynd | Cranston Street Edinburgh Leith Wynd or Leytht Wynd (1514) was a road that started on the North Side of the Nether Bow Gate at what is Cranston Street and continued to the back of the Canongate (Calton Road) near to the entrance of Waverley Station on Calton Road and was used by the coaches to London. I have included Leith Wynd in the Closes of the Royal Mile as I felt that it gives an idea of how difficult it was to get into Edinburgh prior to the New Town and the draining of the Nor’ Loch. From the Head of the Canongate Leith Wynd travelled down to the foot of Calton Hill then west around the Calton Hill to joint Leith Street. Cranston Street was named in 1874 after Robert Cranston the councillor of the Canongate at that time. His son Robert became Lord Provost in 1891. The northern half of the street disappeared when Waverley Station goods yard and East Market Street were built circa 1850. The Canongate Christian Institute 2 Cranston Street, Edinburgh, was a Christian mission opening circa 1878. This was a place of worship for the old town. It held gospel meetings and services until its closure in 1930. The White Horse Inn The White Horse Inn (Boyd’s Inn) is the oldest Inn in the Canongate Edinburgh with the stables at the rear with entry from Gullan’s Close for passengers. The coaches and horses entered from Boyd’s Entry a short distance down St Mary’s Wynd, Boyd’s Inn now known as The White Horse Inn, was the starting point of the long journey by coach to London, 13 days. It was also the main dropping off point for the coaches from London. The White Horse Inn was also the place that runaway couples from England came to be married and many weddings were carried out here. The White Horse Inn consisted of a house for entertainment, stables for over 100 horses and sheds for over 20 carriages and rooms for the guests. This was the first 5 star lodging in Edinburgh the proprietor being James Boyd. James Boyd the Innkeeper was a gambler and was about to lose everything when he had good fortune with a run of winnings on a white Horse hence where the name The White Horse Inn derived James Boyd Sold the White Horse Inn in 1776 to retire. Gullan’s Close Gullan’s Close at the side of the White Horse Inn was the fourth close on the south side of the Canongate prior to 1869 when the first three closes of the Canongate were demolished under the improvement Act of 1867 replaced by a tenement. Gullan’s Close (named after James Gullan) led to the Stables where the coaches and Horses for the London coach journey where stabled. (100 horses and 20 carriages). Above were the rooms and living area, plus a room for the marriages. Nether Bow There were walls around the city of Edinburgh with gates known as Ports, 6 in all. The Nether Bow was the most important gateway as it stood at the foot of the High Street. The port (Gate) access to and from the Canongate, which was at that time a separate Burgh. The walls were built originally for defence against invading armies into Edinburgh after 1513 the battle of Flodden. The Nether Bow, was rebuilt many times, the last time it was rebuilt was in 1606. In the 1700s the demolition of sections of the wall began. The Nether Bow was pulled down in 1764, and demolition of the wall continued into the 19th century. Today, a number of sections of the three successive walls survive, although none of the ports remain. You can see and find out more about Edinburgh’s history in the Museum of Edinburgh in the Canongate. Nether Bow Brass Cobbles The outline of the Nether Bow Port can still be seen by the way of brass setts (cobbles) in the crossroads of St Mary's Street, Jeffrey Street the High Street and Canongate. Nether Bow There were walls around the city of Edinburgh with gates known as Ports, 6 in all. The Nether Bow was the most important gateway as it stood at the foot of the High Street. The port (Gate) access to and from the Canongate, which was at that time a separate Burgh. The walls were built originally for defence against invading armies into Edinburgh after 1513 the battle of Flodden. The Nether Bow, was rebuilt many times, the last time it was rebuilt was in 1606. In the 1700s the demolition of sections of the wall began. The Nether Bow was pulled down in 1764, and demolition of the wall continued into the 19th century. Today, a number of sections of the three successive walls survive, although none of the ports remain. You can see and find out more about Edinburgh’s history in the Museum of Edinburgh in the Canongate. No.9 High Street where the plaque has been put on the Building when erected in 1873. Nether Bow Brass Cobbles The outline of the Nether Bow Port can still be seen by the way of brass setts (cobbles) in the crossroads of St Mary's Street, Jeffrey Street the High Street and Canongate. World’s End Close World’s End Close previously Sir John Stanfield’s Close, Sir John Stanfield was supposedly murdered by his son who was then sentenced to hang at the market cross in Feb 1688 but due to the rope slipping he was finally chopped up and his head was displayed in Haddington his body in Leith and his tongue was cut out and hand chopped of for his crimes against his father. Known as World’s End Close as this was the last building inside the city wall which many people had never been past.

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    Dean Village a favourite for visitors to Edinburgh. The Dean Village tour Free here. With a route, a map and pictures with history so on the walk you don't miss out on anything around the Dean area. Bridges, Houses, Schools, River Walk, Architecture, Art Galleries and amazing views. Dean Village Walking Tour All About Edinburgh Walking Tours Free Dean Village Tour Explore the captivating history and stunning architecture of Edinburgh with our walking tours. Discover iconic landmarks along the Royal Mile, including the Calton Hill, home to remarkable monuments and breathtaking views. Stroll through the picturesque Dean Village, and about the famous figures who shaped this vibrant city. Join for an unforgettable journey through Edinburgh's rich heritage and charm! For more details on tours click the yellow link Dean Village Tour + Route + Map (Free) For The History and images of all the sites on route More Walking Tours Tours Dean Village Dean Village was a small village outside Edinburgh known as Water o Leith Village, and was famous as a grain milling area for over 800 years. The name Dean (Dene) meaning Deep Gorge. The village has steep hills on all sides. The Dean Village with the Water of Leith flowing through, grew as a community in the 1100s from the many mills that were built on the river banks. You will see many stones carved with crossed paddles of the bakers, as this area supplied all the bakers of Edinburgh with their flour. The Incorporation of Baxters (bakers) was a crucial role in Dean Village, controlling the grain milling industry from the 12th century. Mills were first mentioned in 1143 by David I. Places to see on the route Randolph Cliff No.9 Belford Road Old Drumsheugh Toll House, Lynedoch House Dean Bridge Kirk Brae House, View Dean Village, Randolph Cliff Arches Queensferry Road Trinity Church, Belgrave, Buckingham, Bristo Baptist Church Dean Path Dean Church, Dean Cemetery, No.29, Dean Village School, West Mill, Well Court Dean Village Waterfall, Foot Bridge, Hawthornbank Houses, Merchant’s House, Bell’s Brae Bridge, Granary + Old Tollbooth Water of Leith Path Miller Row, Waterfall, Mill wheels, St George’s Well, St Bernard’s Well Nelson Memorial, The Dene Steps St Bernard's Bridge Places to see on the route Danube Street No 17 Ann Street Sir Henry Raeburn - No. 29 India Place Duncan’s Land Doune Terrace Robert Chambers House No.1 Gloucester Place John Wilson AKA Christopher North No.6 Moray Place No.1 Graham No.24 Fettes No.37 Hume Forres Street No.3 St Combe Street Catherine Sinclair Monument Charlotte Square 6 Bute House, 7 Georgian House, 9 Lord Joseph List, 13 Lord Henry Cockburn, 14 Sir William Fettes, 24 Earl Douglas Haig, 45 Professor Sir Robert Philip, Albert Memorial, Register House. South Charlotte Street Alexander Graham Bell No.16 Enquiry / Contact Next Tour Edinburgh Walking Tours Randolph (10th Earl of Moray) The streets named Randolph were named after Thomas Randolph, 1st Earl of Moray, nephew and lieutenant of Robert the Bruce. He made a night-time raid, scaling Edinburgh Castle rock or Cliff in 1313 and recapture the Castle from the English army who had been in occupation for 20 years. On the death of Robert 1st in 1329, Thomas Randolph became Regent of Scotland for the young King (David II). He was believed to have been murdered by poisoning on July 20, 1332, in Musselburgh. In 1822, the 10th Earl of Moray a land owner instructed the famous architect James Gillespie Graham to design an extensive, high-end residential estate on his 13-acre Drumsheugh lands. Joining the West New Town with The New Town. 1 Randolph Cliff Randolph Cliff built at the top of the Dean Gorge overlooking the Water of Leith and part of the Moray Estate was completed in 1831 designed by James Gillespie Graham. The houses were built on a number of underground arches to prevent the terrace and surrounding streets from collapsing and sliding into the Gorge. Famous resident at No.1 was Sir George Washington Browne a renowned architect and a former President of the Royal Scottish Academy. His work includes Holyrood Palace gates, Caledonian Hotel, Central Library 69 George Street (British Linen Bank) and many others some of which have been demolished. Drumsheugh Toll - Lynedoch House Lynedoch House was built in 1891 around an older and smaller house called Drumsheugh Toll, a cottage built circa 1820 for the tollgate keeper, where a toll gate and weighing machine stood for payment of tolls to use the road to the Queensferry. Lynedoch House was built as a family home and a studio for Charles Martin Hardie RSA a successful artist, for paintings of Scottish life and also portraits of Robert Burns and Walter Scott. Notice the stucco around the lower courses of the building, impressed with the motif of an H, (Hardie) an eagle and a thistle along with love hearts in the original cast iron window bars: The thistle for Scotland and the eagle for America, where his first wife, Mary Lewis came from. The heart was a symbol of their love. A marriage that did not last as she ran off with an actor. The name Lynedoch was already a local place name, having been applied circa, 1820 the landowner Major James Weir RM (Promoted to Major by Lord Nelson for his service at Malta) in honour of Major Thomas Graham, 1st Baron Lynedoch, who raised the regiment the 90th Light Infantry - Perthshire Volunteers a military Commander and Member of Parliament for Perthshire. Dean Bridge - Kirkbrae House Dean Bridge - Kirkbrae House The house on the corner of the bridge was the home of Cabbie Stewart, the owner and driver of a horse and cab hire. Stewart would collect old stones while working his cab from old buildings. Kirkbrae House is on 5 floors the stables were on the basement with access next to the water of Leith path. The house was also at times a Tavern and Bakers, the square panel on the wall shows a sun with two arms below, one holding scales and the other a wheat sheaf, with two baker’s paddles crossed One of his acquisitions from an old mill. The inscription on the plaque reads: IN THE SWEAT OF THY FACE SHALT | THOU EAT BREAD | GEN 3 VERSE 19 | ANNO DOM 1619 Known as ‘The Baxter’s Stone. Put on this wall in 1893 from a demolished mill. Above the door is PAX INTRANTIBUS - PEACE TO THOSE WHO ENTER And on the wall and the Edinburgh coat of Arms NISI DOMINUS FRUSTRA – Without the Lord everything is in Vain The Dean Bridge The Dean Bridge was designed by Thomas Telford, and was completed in 1832 and opened in 1833. The Dean Bridge was Thomas Telford’s last project at the age 73 and retirement. The Dean Bridge with 4 arches is 447 feet long (136m) and 39 feet wide (12m) and built on four arches rising 106 feet (32m) above the river. Prior to the building of the Dean Bridge the only way across the river in to Edinburgh was by a ford in the river, which had been crossed since medieval times (5th to 15th centuries). A bridge, of wooden structure across the water of Leith was built in the 5th century. It is now a stone bridge (Bell’s Brae Bridge). The building of Dean Bridge gave access to the north for further extension of Edinburgh’s New Town. Looking over the Dean Bridge West the Dean Village, East the New Town Randolph Cliff built on series of underground stone arches. The arches protect Randolph Cliff, Randolph Crescent, Great Stuart Street, Ainslie Place, and Moray Place from tumbling down into the Water of Leith. Designed by 1822 by, architect James Gillespie Graham for Francis Stuart, the 10th Earl of Moray on the Moray Estate which covers most of the western new town. Holy Trinity Episcopal Church Gothic church at the North end of the Dean Bridge. The church is in its original state from when design / built by John Henderson, 1837-8. Henderson has built many churches in Scotland to a Gothic design. The church was converted into an electric sub-station in 1957. It is now the Rhema Christian Centre Church. Belgrave and Buckingham Area Belgrave Crescent was built on land bought by property developer and Lord Provost of Edinburgh James Steel, Designed by John Chesser and completed in 1874. The land between Water of Leith and the new houses also purchased by Steel, which became private gardens for the residents. The gardens designed by James Jeffery and completed in 1876.Buckingham Terrace was also part of the Steel development designed by Chesser which was completed in 1831. The Dean Parish Church The first church in Dean Path was built in 1836 then demolished and replaced by the present church in 1903. This was the main church for the Dean Village population. With the reducing congregation the church closed in 2006. It is now known as The Dean and is used as an Assembly Hall and Event Venue for the nearby Erskine Stewart’s Melville Schools (ESMS). Bristo Baptist Church In 1765 in Bristo Place Original Scotch Baptist Church ‘the Scotch Baptist Church’ Bristo Baptist Church is the mother church for the Baptist movement in Scotland. A purpose-built chapel was constructed at Bristo Place in 1836. The designation ‘Scotch’ was discontinued from the church’s title in 1927. In 1932, the present site here on Buckingham Terrace was purchased for £1,000 In October 1933, the Memorial Stone of the new building on Queensferry Road was laid and the first service took place on Wednesday, 20th February, 1935. The church has a long history and is the second oldest Baptist church in Scotland Bible on Dean Path side inscription: SEARCH THE SCRIPTURES S. JOHN V. CH.39 Dean Cemetery Edinburgh The Dean Village is named from Dean House and the Nisbet family who owned the lands. The House was demolished in 1843 and in 1845 the Dean Cemetery was created. A carved heraldic panel from Dean House, now installed on a wall in Dean Cemetery, is decorated with three boars’ heads around a chevron, all surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves, and carries the initials HN for Henry Nisbet born 1535 who died in 1608 Some of the Famous Graves in Cemetery David Octavius Hill, Colonel Robert Smith, James Buchanan, Lord Francis Jeffrey, James Falshaw James Nasmyth, Alexander Nasmyth Artist, Lord Henry Cockburn, Robert McVitie, Lord Andrew Rutherfurd, James Hamilton, Sir Thomas Bouch, Alexander Russell, James Stevenson, William H Playfair, George Combe, Cameron Highlanders Obelisk, Robert Chamber, Sir John Ritchie Findlay, Thomas Drybrough, Flora Stevenson, Louisa Stevenson, Elsie Inglis, Dr Joseph Bell (see separate page) Dean Village Cemetery Dean Village Dean Village was a small village outside Edinburgh known as Water o Leith Village, and was famous as a grain milling area for over 800 years. The name Dean (Dene) meaning Deep Gorge. The village has steep hills on all sides. The Dean Village with the Water of Leith flowing through, grew as a community in the 1100s from the many mills that were built on the river banks. You will see many stones carved with crossed paddles of the bakers, as this area supplied all the bakers of Edinburgh with their flour. The Incorporation of Baxters (bakers) was a crucial role in Dean Village, controlling the grain milling industry from the 12th century. Mills were first mentioned in 1143 by David I. 29 Dean Path The house on Dean Path dates from circa 1790 with a Victorian-era post box with a ("VR" Cypher) circa 1850 still present. This may have been the post house in its time. The tenements in Dean Path, now all demolished and rebuilt, were where most of the families lived. Dean Village School The Old School house on Bell’s Brae was built in 1872 and a historic part of the Dean Village. The public school educated the local children until it closed in 1961. It was able to hold up to 400 children by 1961 there were only 37 pupils. Carvings can be seen "Education" above the ground floor windows and a tablet on the front with the words “Edinburgh School Board 1875” Old West Mill Building The stone building over the bridge with round windows is the Old West Mill, built in 1805. At the top of the building you can see a wheat sheaf. The mill is one of few surviving examples in the Dean Village of its former industrial heritage. Particularly based on grain milling, many of which utilised power provided by the Water of Leith. Bells Brae Bridge In the centre of the Dean village is the Bells Brae Bridge which was the original crossing point of the Water of Leith as it was shallow and narrow. Getting to and from Edinburgh this the only crossing. In the 5th century a single arch bridge which was wide enough for a carriage with horses. The Dean Village stands below the Belford Bridge which was built in 1887 to carry Belford Road. Bells Brae Bridge was built in 1830 replacing previous bridges, the old road from Edinburgh to Queensferry. Well Court- Dean Village The most impressive buildings are of Well Court. Built in 1884 by the then owner of the Scotsman newspaper Sir John Ritchie Findlay. Well Court had its own hall for socialising with a clock tower a communal court yard, and accommodation (tenements). For his staff who worked for Sir John at the Scotsman newspaper. Plaque on Well Court Portrait of Sir John Ritchie Findlay in National Portrait Gallery Dean Path Footbridge The foot bridge takes you over the Water of Leith to Well Court, Old West Mill and the Village School house. Along the water side 100 metres is a waterfall which was a weir (a low dam) which was used to power the mills. A great variety of wild life. The Plague The burgh records mention that the pest was in the Dene On the 15th June 1513 and no one from the area was allowed to enter the walls of Edinburgh. If a women entered she would be branded on the cheek. If a man entered the punishment would be sever even hung. Merchants House 17 Bells Brae The building on the south west corner of Bell’s Brae Bridge is one of the oldest buildings that still remains from the Water of Leith Village built circa 1650. 17 Bells Brae, was where the head of the local merchants' guild lived who oversaw the village's milling industry. It was also a local shop run by A W Kemp in the 20th century. The Granary | Old Tollbooth The Granary was built in 1675 (yellow building in photo) known as the Old Tollbooth Inscribed in two lines GOD BLESS THE BAXTERS OF EDINBURGH WHO BUILT THIS HOUS 1675. On the cornice is a carved panel with a circular garland, a wheat-sheaf flanked by two cherub's heads another inscription GODS PROVIDENCE IS OUR | INHERITANCE 1677, The Last Mill at Bell's Mills was nearly totally destroyed by an explosion in 1971. Hawthornbank Lane Hawthornbank lane is part of the original milling hamlet known the Dene or Water of Leith Village and was famous as a grain milling area for over 800 years. The name Dene (Dean) meaning Deep Gorge. The Dean Village with the Water of Leith flowing through, grew as a community in the 1100s from the numerous mills that were built on the river banks. Miller’s Row On the pathway towards Leith under the Dean Bridge is an area called Miller’s Row old houses for the mill workers. Also you can see three mill stones resting against each other previously used in the Granaries in the 1600s. Look over the wall to see a waterfall which is another part of the weir St George's Well The Water of Leith and the source of the mineral water for St Bernard's Well and St George's Well. St George's Well is on the banks of the Water of Leith near to Alexander Nasmyth's St Bernard's Well. Built in 1810 by Mr MacDonald of Stockbridge on the 50th year on the throne to commemorate the jubilee of George III. King George III celebrated his Golden Jubilee on October 25, 1809, marking the beginning of his 50th year on the throne. It was the first significant jubilee celebration in British history. The well was finally blocked up in 1969. St Bernard's Well A natural mineral spring was discovered on the Water of Leith near to Stockbridge in 1760, some claimed that the water could cure everything. Francis Garden, Lord Gardenstone of Troup the landowner, commissioned a building in 1789 to be erected over the well Alexander Nasmyth designed a Doric Temple, a copy of the Temple to the Sybil at Tivoli, the summer palace of the Roman emperors. The Temple has a domed ceiling supported by 10 columns which covers the statue of Hygeia, the Greek goddess of health The Well closed in 1940. There are two mineral wells on the Water of Leith one called St Bernard's Well and the other well a short distance west and this is called St George’s Well. This was also to have the same powers as St Bernard’s well but was never used to the extent of St Bernard's well. Hygeia Greek Goddess of Health. The well named after St Bernard of Clairvaux (1090–1153) a French abbot, theologian, and major leader in the reform of the Cistercian Order which was present over Scotland, in 1136 an invitation of King David I lead to many Abbeys being built. Melrose Abbey: Founded in 1136, was Scotland's first Cistercian monastery. Famously for the place the heart of Robert the Bruce is buried. Also a pig playing bagpipes. William Nelson Memorial William Nelson was a publisher in Edinburgh and took it upon himself to renovate the St Bernard’s well as it had become in a state of disrepair. He used his own funds to renovate and improve its aesthetic look. St Bernard’s Bridge Also known as Mackenzie Bridge possibly named after Samuel MacKenzie (portrait painter and pupil of Sir Henry Raeburn). The bridge was Built in 1824. The steps and added archways were built in 1887, with Edinburgh’s Coat of Arms above the western arch. The small arch was block off in 1890. The view over the Water of Leith east and west and the road from Mackenzie Place to Dean Terrace The Dene Archway Water of Leith Walkway. The Dene to Belford Bridge. The Dene meaning Deep Gorge was first mentioned in 1143 when David I granted one of his mills of Dene to the Abbey monks of Holyrood. The Dene steps take you to St Bernard’s Bridge built in 1824. 17 Danube Street The house at 17 Danube Street was once a high class Brothel owned by Dora Noyce, Scotland’s most famous Madam. She was in business circa 1945 until 1977. A well-known face in the Royal Mile making sure the men in the pubs new her address. She ran a reputable business with well looked after ladies and clients were given the best of attention. Her early days as a call girl she would dress in quality clothes and speak with a high class Edinburgh accent. (This is where the saying “Fur Coat and Na’ Knickers” came from. Anne Street Sir Henry Raeburn designed Ann Street and named after his wife Ann in 1823 by architect James Milne. It was one of the first streets in the New Town to feature private front gardens. He married Ann Leslie (née Edgar), a wealthy widow who own land and property in and around the Water of Leith. No 29 Ann Street was the house of writer Christopher North (John Wilson Edinburgh Lord Provost). His statue is in East Princes Street Gardens. Duncan’s land Stockbridge David Robert’s R.A. Birthplace Duncan’s land a house built 1790 from rubble from the houses of the Lawnmarket knocked down in development of Bank Street Edinburgh. The initials on the plaque could be of Husband and Wife, a wealthy family of the time. The inscribed lintel is from one of the old town houses. David Roberts was born on 24th October 1796 son of John Roberts who was shoemaker to trade. David Roberts started his career as a designer and painter and became a stage designer for a circus. His talents grew and he became a very successful stage designer and artist while in his free time he painted with oils and became a renowned artist of buildings and scenery which became a full time vocation by 1830. He travelled the world painting and travelled to Egypt and Syria which was the first time many had seen such scenery and Queen Victoria was so taken with his work purchased the entire collection. Inscription Lintel Duncan's Land Stockbridge; This lintel on the building was taken from the rubble of the houses demolished to make way for Bank Street in 1798 Inscription on Lintel I.G. I FEAR GOD ONLYE 1605 I.R. John Gourlay's House, in the Old Bank Close. Inscription on plaques on Duncan’s land Stockbridge; DAVID ROBERTS R.A. | LANDSCAPE PAINTER | WAS BORN HERE ON | 24TH OCTOBER 1796 ERECTED BY THE COCKBURN ASSOCIATION | IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE ROYAL SCOTTISH ACADEMY Robert Chambers 1802 - 1871 Robert Chambers at an early age started a business selling old books his brother started a printers and after a while they started a new business together Robert Chambers the writer and William Chambers the printer. There first venture was a periodical The Kaleidoscope a magazine published every two weeks. Robert interested in history published a number of books Traditions of Edinburgh, Walks in Edinburgh, the Life of Walter Scott, and many more on Scottish History. John Wilson AKA Christopher North John Wilson a writer, author, advocate and Professor of moral philosophy at the University of Edinburgh. He was most frequently identified by his pseudonym Christopher North. His family home was 29 Ann Street before having to move and live at his mother’s house No 6 Gloucester Place with his family due to almost bankruptcy caused by his uncle’s dishonest speculation with his money. Through hard work he recovered to move his family to their new home in Ann Street where he remained until his death in 1854. His statue stands in East Princes Street Gardens between the mound precinct and the Walter Scott monument. Moray Place and Forres Street The Moray Estate was designed for the 10th Earl of Moray (1771-1848). He inherited the 13 acre site from his father, after it was acquired from the Heriot Trust in 1782, and decided to feu the property for development in 1822. James Gillespie Graham, designed 1822. The complicated plan, with the crescent, oval and polygon of Randolph Crescent, Ainslie Place and Moray Place respectively, conjoins the New Town with the Second New Town. Building was completed in 1830-31. Lord Francis Jeffrey lived at No.24 Moray Place Lord Francis Jeffrey (1773 – 1850) was a literary critic and Scottish judge, Francis Jeffrey was also the editor of the Edinburgh Review a liberal critical periodical from 1803 -1829. He was appointed Lord Advocate, also as a member of the House of Commons he introduced the Scottish Reform Bill in 1831. On the naming of Edinburgh’s streets the connecting from the High Street to Waverley Station was named “Jeffrey Street” in his honour. Baron David Hume nephew of David Hume philosopher lived at No.37 Moray Place. David Hume, Baron Hume of Ninewells (1757–1838) was a Scottish advocate and judge. In 1822, he became Baron of Exchequer. When he became Baron David Hume. He wrote many books on Scottish Law of which culminated in his ‘Commentaries on the Law of Scotland, Respecting Trial for Crimes (1797)’, which is still used as a reference in court cases to this day. David Hume of Ninewells, is buried in Old Calton Cemetery as is his sons and Uncle. William Graham live at 1 Moray Place William Graham was a pioneer for secondary education for girls and the principal founder of the Scottish Institution for the education of young Ladies. In 1847 the Educational Institute of Scotland (E.I.S) was set up. Thomas Chalmers No.3 Forres Street No. 3 Forres Street was the residence of Thomas Chalmers 17 March 1780 – 31 May 1847 His Statue is in George Street Edinburgh. Thomas Chalmers was a Scottish minister, professor of theology, political economist, and a leader of the Free Church of Scotland. He has been called, "Scotland's greatest nineteenth-century churchman". He was highly regarded during his lifetime as a natural theologian. Catherine Sinclair Memorial Replica Scott Monument Catherine Sinclair was born in Edinburgh on 17 April 1800. Her father was Sir John Sinclair, a well-known politician and the first organiser of the Statistical Account of Scotland’. Catherine Sinclair was home educated and published her first book in 1832 (‘Charlie Seymour, or, the good aunt and the bad aunt’). Catherine Sinclair most popular book was for children and was sold worldwide Holiday House published in 1839. She also established cooking depots and was instrumental in drinking fountains and park benches being installed around the Edinburgh streets. Sir Robert Philip 45 Charlotte Square Professor Sir Robert Philip opened the world's first tuberculosis dispensary in Bank Street Edinburgh in 1887. Sir (Dr) (Professor) Robert Philip pioneered the management, prevention, detection and treatment of tuberculosis (TB). On the wall in Bank Street a blue Plaque reads “Near this place in 1887, Dr Robert Philip founded a tuberculosis dispensary, the first clinic in the world dedicated to fighting a disease of which he foretold Man’s eventual mastery. That vision has brought hope to many lands.” Tuberculosis (TB) was the biggest killer in the UK by the middle of the 19th century and due to Sir Robert Philip it has been almost eradicated. Sir Robert Philip died at home in 9 Palmerston Road, in the Grange area of Edinburgh, on the 25th January 1939. Charlotte Square A typical terrace of houses built in the new town in the 1796 on the north side of Charlotte Square. The row of terraced houses in Charlotte Square was the city’s most affluent area, with boot scrappers and torch snuffers at the doors the must haves before electric and door mats. Also a stone paving for geting in and out a carraige. This is where the wealth lived in the city whith the country house for weekends. Charlotte Square Gardens Charlotte Square was part of the designs of the new town of 1759, originally called George Square after King George III and renamed Charlotte Square after his wife, as there was a George Square already in existence in Edinburgh. The memorial in Charlotte Square Garden is of Prince Albert, husband of Queen Victoria. Albert Prince Consort Monument Albert Francis Charles Augustus Emmanuel of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha was born on 26 August 1819 in Bavaria. He married Queen Victoria in 1840. Albert and Victoria's were cousin. In 1857 he was given the title of Prince Consort. Albert was behind the great exhibition of 1851. Albert and Victoria had 9 children and when Albert died in 1861 at the age of 42. His wife Queen Victoria went into morning on his death, which lasted until her death in 1901. The monument in the centre of Charlotte Square is a memorial to Albert Prince Consort. A bronze statue of Prince Albert on a horse. It was unveiled in 1876 by his late wife Queen Victoria. Sir John Steell the sculptor. Bute House First Ministers Residence (No. 6) Charlotte Square Edinburgh No. 6 Charlotte Square has been the official residence of the First Minister of Scotland since 1999. The First Minister is the equivalent to the UK Prime Minister, if Scotland were to become independent. The house is similar to next door at No.7 and it is believed to be one of the finest examples of Georgian architecture in Edinburgh. The Georgian House No. 7 Charlotte Square Edinburgh. Charlotte Square was one of the most fashionable and desirable residential addresses in the New Town. The Georgian House is a fully restored house with furniture of the period and some even older. Built in 1796 by Robert Adam. The 18th Chief of Clan Lamont was the first owner in 1796. The 4th Marquees of Bute purchased the property with others in the row, restoring the properties to their original Georgian grandeur as you see today. (The real Downton Abbey in Edinburgh). Lord Joseph Lister No. 9 Charlotte Square Edinburgh Lord Lister lived with his father- in- law James Syme at No. 9 Charlotte Square for 7 years 1870-1877. Born in Upton Essex he introduced carbolic acid to sterilise surgical instruments. Carbolic Acid is now known as Phenol. Sir William Fettes 1st Baronet (25 June 1750 – 27 May 1836) No.13 Charlotte Square Edinburgh Founder of Fettes College. When he was eighteen he went into business as a grocer, trading in wine and tea from Smith’s Land at Bailie Fyfe’s Close in the High Street Edinburgh. He retired from trading Tea and Wine in 1800 to concentrate on his many other investments, after his retirement he moved to No.13 Charlotte Square and this is where he died. School building was designed by David Bryce, and it opened in 1870, 34 years after his death. His tomb is in Canongate graveyard. Lord Henry Cockburn (1779-1854) 14 Charlotte Square Edinburgh Henry Cockburn entered the Faculty of Advocates in 1800 at 21 years of age. Following in the footsteps of his father. He married in 1811 and lived in the new town of Edinburgh (14 Charlotte Square). He also had a country farmhouse in Bonaly at the foot of the Pentland Hills. He had 10 children. In 1834 he became a Judge in the Court of Session. And also became Solicitor General for Scotland and Lord Cockburn. A great conservationist protecting Edinburgh’s old buildings for the benefit of Edinburgh. He was happily married for over 40 years and died at Bonaly on 26 April 1854 and is buried in the Dean Cemetery. After his death in 1875 The Cockburn Association was founded and named in his honour. The first major campaign by the Association was to resist the removal of trees at Bruntsfield Links and the Cockburn has campaigned for the retention and improvement of Edinburgh's open and green spaces ever since. Lord Henry Cockburn Lived at 14 Charlotte Square Edinburgh from 1813 -1848. Lord Henry Cockburn’s acquaintances were Lord Francis Jeffrey, Sir Walter Scott all members of the Speculative Society founded in 1764 and still meets at the Old College of Edinburgh University. Bonaly Tower Edinburgh was the country residence of Lord Cockburn. This building was originally purchased as a farm house circa 1810. Lord Henry Cockburn a wealthy Advocate of Edinburgh (became a Lord in 1834) over time had the farmhouse extended with a peel tower added, designed by William Playfair in 1839, the west wing by David Bruce in 1870 and later a library was added in 1888, where the original farmhouse had stood. The church of St George / West Register House West Register House was built as part of the new town plans, having a Square at each end of the plans with a church looking over a garden square. This did not go ahead in St Andrew Square as there was no land space available to build a Church to mirror the one in Charlotte Square. The church of St George was built in Charlotte Square between 1811 and finished in 1813 and opened in 1814 which was to hold up to 1500 worshipers with a dome said to replicate the dome of St Paul's in London. In 1964 St George's church united with St Andrew's Church in George Street and later that year the National registers moved in and it became West Register House. Earl Douglas Haig (No.24) Charlotte Square Edinburgh. Douglas Haig son of the Haig Whisky family and became a Field Marshal in the British Army in the First World War. He also served in India and in Africa in the Boer War. He led his forces in the Battle of the Somme and was nicknamed,The Butcher of the Somme due to his tactics. He died in London in 1928 and was buried in Dryburgh Abbey in the Borders. Born in Edinburgh (No.24) Charlotte Square Edinburgh. THe Statue on Horseback is in Edinburgh Castle Alexander Graham Bell (No.16) South Charlotte Street Edinburgh Alexander Graham Bell was a scientist, inventor, engineer and innovator. He was the inventor of the first practical telephone. He was born in Edinburgh on 3 March 1847 and his home was at 16 South Charlotte Street. The door is now 14 but above on the stone work 16 can still be seen. There is now a commemorative wall tablet beside the door marking where he was born. He was educated at University of Edinburgh and University College London. He died of diabetes on 2 August 1922 (aged 75) in Nova Scotia, Canada. Alexander Graham Bell was awarded the first US patent for the telephone in 1876. Bell considered his most famous invention an intrusion on his real work as a scientist and refused to have a telephone in his study. Dean Village Area Visit (Free Entry) Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art I Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art 2 More Places to visit in the Dean Area Views of Sunbury + Belford Mews + Belford Bridge Daniel Stewarts

  • Edinburgh Walking Tours | Guided | All About Edinburgh

    Edinburgh Walking Tours, Guided tours of Edinburgh streets. Royal Mile, Calton Hill, Old University Walking buildings Tour, Grassmarket and Cowgate Walking Tour, Old City Wall Walking Tour, , city centre walking tours, foreign language guided walking tours. If you like walking there is a tour for you. Edinburgh Walking Tours All About Edinburgh Walking Tours Guided Tours Guided tours are up to 3 1/2 hours Or Do it Yourself Tour FREE Contact for Guided Tours +44 7539 867 587 Edinburgh Walking Tours Edinburgh Walking Tours take you on a Self Guided Tour, or a Guided Tour if required. The Edinburgh Walking Tours cover different areas of Edinburgh. The Old Town famous iconic buildings, Edinburgh Castle Area and the Canongate Edinburgh Walking Tours covering: Old Edinburgh | Royal Mile | Old City Wall Calton Hill |New Town | Dean Village Southside | Leith Free Walking Tours EDI-TOURS Free Walking Tours A map and route with all the attractions and history We also offer Guided private tours on each of the Routes. Free Walking Tour Walking Tour No.6 Route - Southside Tour South Bridge, Infirmary Street High School Yards, Surgeons Square Drummond Street, Nicholson Street Nicholson Square, Potterrow Buccleuch Street Buccleuch Place, Windmill Street George Square, Bristo Square Teviot Place, Bristo Place, Lothian Street Chamber Street, Horse Wynd Steps Guthrie Street, Cowgate, Blair Street Walking Tour No.5 Route - Old / New Town Tour Marlin's Wynd, Cowgate, Grassmarket Vennel, King stables Road Grassmarket, West Bow, Victoria Street, Victoria Terrace George IV Bridge, Greyfriars, Chamber Street, South Bridge Walking Tour No.3 Route - New Town West Rutland Street, Rutland Square Atholl Crescent, Coates Crescent Gardens, Walker Street, Melville Crescent, Melville Street, Randolph Place, Charlotte Square, St Colme Street, Forres Street, Albyn Place, Queen Street, North Castle Street, Young Street, George Street, Castle Street, South Charlotte Street, Princes Street, West Princes Street Gardens Walking Tour No.4 Route - New Town South Charlotte Street, Charlotte Square, George Street, North Castle Street, Castle Street, George Street, Hanover Street George Street, St Andrews Square, Thistle Court St Andrews Square, East Princes Street Gardens, Mound Precinct, West Princes Street Gardens, St Cuthbert's Church, St John's Church Walking Tour No.1 Route - Dean Village Tour This Tour is available in detail click on link Link to dean-village-tour Randolph Cliff, Dean Bridge Queensferry Road, Belgrave Dean Path, Dean Village, Water of Leith Path, The Dene, Danube Street Anne Street, India Place, Doune Terrace Moray Place, Forres Street St Colme Street, Charlotte Square South Charlotte Street Walking Tour No.7 Route - Lawnmarket / Greyfriars Tour Castle Esplanade * , Castle Hill, Upper Bow, Lawnmarket North Bank Street, Bank Street St Giles Street, Lawnmarket, George IV Bridge, Victoria Terrace Greyfriars, Chamber Street, Guthrie Street, Old College, South Bridge * No access to Castle Esplanade during Tattoo Walking Tour No.10 Route - Canongate Tour St Mary's Street, Canongate South, Horse Wynd, Abbey Strand, Abbey Hill, Watergate, Canongate North, Cranston Street, Nether Bow. Walking Tour No.8 Route - Calton Hill Tour Tron, North Bridge, East End, Waterloo Place, Calton Hill, East Market Street, Cranston Street Canongate, High Street Lower Southside, Blackfriars Street, Cowgate, Blair Street. How can we help? * Full Name * Email * Phone * Date Required Transfers or Tours Airport Transfer Golf Transfer Walking Tour Bus Tour Whisky Tasting * Tell us what you need help with... Send St Andrews Day Tours Walking Tour No.9 Route - High Street West High Street, West Parliament Square, Parliament Square, Barrie's Close, Old Fishmarket Close, Borthwick's Close, Old Assembly Close, Covenant Close, Bell's Wynd, Wellhead, New Assembly Close, Stevenslaw Close, Tron Kirk (Black Turnpike), Cockburn Street, Fleshmarket Close, Jackson's Close, Lyon's Close, Old Stamp Office Close, North Foulis Close, Geddes Entry, Anchor Close, Craig's Close, Allan's Close, City Chambers, Warriston's Close, Real Mary King's Close, Writer's Court, Roxburgh's Close, Advocate's Close, Byre's Close, Lawnmarket East Walking Tour No.2 Route - Old City Wall Tour Johnston Terrace, King Stables Road, Grassmarket, Vennel, Heriot Place, Lauriston Place, Forrest Road, Forrest Hill, Bristo Place, Lothian Street, West College Street, University of Edinburgh, Drummond Street, Pleasance, St Mary Street, Cranston Street, High Street, South Bridge Walking Tour No.11 Route - Leith North / South / Shore Souvenir Historic Guide Three historical guides to Edinburgh Maps Pictures and History (In English only) Edinburgh's Historic sites Pictures, History and Map s. There are 176 pages over 500 images and stories. Maps pinpointing the attractions historic sites and Streets Royal Mile | Old and New Town | Suburbs

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    Edinburgh's Famous Royal Mile from Edinburgh Castle to Holyrood Palace, Attractions, museums, historic buildings, ghosts, statues, monuments. A map of the Royal Mile pinpointing all attractions inside and outside. No need for a guide, go to the google map for everything Free. Southside Walking Tour Edinburgh Walking Tours Attractions - History- Route MAP The Southside Walking Tour Starts on South Bridge and covers Historic buildings places of interest and the history of Edinburgh Medical and University Famous People

  • St Andrews | The Scores | All About Edinburgh

    The Scores St Andrews a road that follows the coast from the Old Coarse to the Castle, with historic houses monuments statues plaques and St Andrews Castle. Many old University buildings and a museum (free entry). The Scores St Andrews The Scores is the road that follows the shore path and continues to East Scores then The Pends, the Harbour and a wonderful golden sandy beach. The Scores St Andrews Attractions Band Stand The Scores St Andrews Attractions The Bandstand in the Scores St Andrews has been used for over 100 years for concerts and events since it was built in 1905. St Andrews Aquarium The Scores St Andrews St Andrews Aquarium with an outside area for sea Lions. Inside there are many Molluscs, octopus, shell fish, Sea horses, and other creatures from the sea in tanks. Tom Morris Snr The Scores St Andrews Attractions 4 times winner of the open, keeper of the greens at St Andrews. First honorary member of the R & A club. For more on Tom and Tommy see The Pends St Andrews | All About Edinburgh West Sands St Andrews St Andrews Scotland View from The Martyrs' Monument West Beach is close to St Andrews town centre, 2 miles of golden sand beach with safe swimming a board walk and picnic area. This is also the beach that was used in the Chariots of Fire movie. Martyrs' Monument The Scores St Andrews Scotland The Martyrs’ Monument was built to commemorate four men executed in St Andrews during the 16th Century Scottish Reformation Patrick Hamilton Patrick Hamilton was one of the first critics of the Catholic Church in Scotland to be tried and burnt at the stake, in 1528, for promoting the doctrines of Martin Luther. Patrick Hamilton was of royal blood, Patrick was related to King James V. Henry Forest Henry Forest was executed in 1533 Henry a Benedictine monk. Began his sermons with the story of teacher Patrick Hamilton, A Martyr for the truth. Archbishop Beaton had him executed for his sermons and beliefs. Not by burning at the stake, but in a cell by suffocation away from the people. George Wishart George Wishart age 33, died 1 March 1546, a Scottish Protestant Reformer and one of the early Protestant martyrs burned at the stake as a heretic. Walter Milne Walter Milne was the last Protestant martyr to be burned in Scotland before the Scottish Reformation changed the country from Catholic to Presbyterian. He was burned at the stake for heresy outside Deans Court, St Andrews, in April 1558 at the age of 82. Martyrs' Monument Inscription In memory of the Martyrs' Patrick Hamilton, Henry Forrest, George Wishart and Walter Mill Who in support of the Protestant faith suffered death by fire at Saint Andrews between the years of MDXXVIII (1528) and MDLVIII (1558). The righteous shall be in everlasting remembrance Robert Chambers House Robert Chambers built this house 6 Gillespie Terrace (The Scores) in St Andrews in 1863 after marrying his second wife in North Street St Andrews in 1867 and lived in Gillespie Terrace till his death in 1871. Chambers was the top publishing house of its time in Edinburgh. In 1844 he wrote "Vestiges of the natural history of creation" (A theory of Evolution) 15yrs prior to Darwin. Simple Sugars Plaque Near this site in 1903, James Colquhoun Irvine, Thomas Purdie and their team found a way to understand the chemical structure of simple sugars like glucose and lactose. Over the next 18 year this allowed them to lay the foundations of modern carbohydrate chemistry, with implications for medicine, nutrition and biochemistry. St Katherine’s West St Katherine's West is used for Admissions, and Registry to St Andrews University. It is also a meeting point for guided tours of the University of St Andrews Wardlaw Museum The Scores St Andrews The Wardlaw Museum is part of St Andrews University with free entry to all. The Museum has a selection of art, history, science and natural history in their collections Gallery 1: Scotland’s First University Gallery 2: Enquiring Minds Gallery 3: Reformers and Innovators Gallery 4: Expanding Horizons The Wardlaw Museum is part of St Andrews University with free entry to all. Peter Pan Statue JM Barrie creator of Peter Pan presented this sculpture to the students Hall St Andrews University when he was Rector in 1922. Skeletons The collection of Skeletons were collected in the 1800's and early 1900's Patagonian Mara | Red Fox Skull | Tiger Skull | Coral Chunks Alligator Skull | Oystercatcher Skeleton James Kennedy Skull James Kennedy was Bishop of St Andrews after Henry Wardlaw. He was Chancellor of the University and founded the College of St Salvator's in 1450. It became known as Old College after St Leonard's College was founded in 1512 and the new college of St Mary's in 1538 Popes Benedict XIII Skull Cast of skull of Pope Benedict XIII He was head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 29 May 1724 to his death in February 1730. Born Pietro Francesco Orsini and later called Vincenzo Maria Orsini. The University Maces The medieval maces, the Mace of the Faculty of Arts (completed 1418-19), the Mace of the Faculty of Canon Law (mid-15th century) and the Mace of St Salvator’s College (1461) are of outstanding workmanship. The Maces are used in University ceremonies such as Graduations. The Poetry House (Castle) The Scores St Andrews This four-storey listed building, is now a national focal point for poetry. Thought to be the larges building dedicated to Poetry writing in the UK. Edgecliffe House The Scores St Andrews Edgecliffe House was built 1865 by, George Rae, architect. A Baronial listed building on the shore side of the Scores in St Andrews. St Andrews Castle The Scores St Andrews St Andrews Castle was first built circa 1070 the castle was erected around at the time of Malcolm III who also was behind the fortification of Edinburgh Castle. St Andrews Castle stands on a cliff overlooking the sea. It was a courtyard castle now in ruins. The stronghold of the Bishops of St Andrews and where the murder of Cardinal David Beaton took place in 1546. Also where George Wishart was burnt alive as a punishment for being a heretic. Castle Ghosts The ghost of Archbishop John Hamilton, George Wishart Archbishop David Beaton, Archbishop James Sharp and ‘The White Lady’, described as being clad in white with a veil which hides her face. St Andrews Castle from St Andrews Pier George Wishart Plaque George Wishart age 33, died 1 March 1546, a Scottish Protestant Reformer was burned at the stake outside St Andrews Castle and was Hung on the Castle wall for all to see. One of the first Protestant Martyrs'. His Crime of being a heretic. GW Cobbles on Road The GW on the road is where George Wishart was burned at the stake by Cardinal Henry Beaton, who later was assassinated by friends of Wishart

  • Visit Scotland | Fife Attractions | All About Edinburgh

    Fife once known as the KIngdom of Fife was accessed by boat until 1890 when the Famous Forth Rail Bridge opened. Birth place of Andrew Carnegie, Falkland Palace, Dunferline Abbey and Home of Golf and many coastal ports. Fife Attractions Scotland Just across the bridge from Edinburgh is Fife Known as the Kingdom of Fife. The Area stretches from the Firth of Forth to the Firth of Tay at Dundee. There are many towns and villages with much to see. Castles, homes of famous people, Palace of the kings and the home of Golf, St Andrews. Culross the village in Outlander and Dunfermline Abbey where kings were buried. Old Course St Andrews, Weymss Caves and the birthplace of Andrew Carnegie. Deep Sea World, museums Falkland Palace and the Scottish Deer Centre. A great place to tour. Gateway to Fife Over the Bridges of the Firth of Forth Forth Rail Bridge From South Queensferry to North Queensferry in Fife Opened in 1890 The first trains crossed the Forth in 1850 when the Edinburgh, Leith and Granton Railway started the world’s first ‘train ferry’ Forth Road Bridge From South Queensferry to North Queensferry in Fife opened in 1964 Queensferry Crossing From South Queensferry to North Queensferry in Fife opened in 2017 Culross Village Attractions Outlander Village See the many historic sites of Culross the Outlander Village Dunfermline Attractions Fife Dunfermline was first a Neolithic settlement. Dunfermline has been linked to Royals from 1070 when King Malcolm III, married a Norwegian Countess known as Margaret, later Saint Margaret, at the church in Dunfermline. A church was established by Margaret which became Dunfermline Abbey in 1150 Malcolm III was the first King to be buried at Dunfermline Abbey and after his son Alexander I was also buried at Dunfermline Abbey it became the mausoleum of Scotland's Kings and later Queens Dunfermline Abbey & Palace Dunfermline Fife KY12 7PE Andrew Carnegie Museum & Birthplace One of the most famous modern day Scots was born in Dunfermline the entrepreneur and philanthropist, Andrew Carnegie who was born in the town in 1835. Pittencrieff House General John Forbes who fought the French in the French and Indian War to capture Fort Duquesne and establishing the city of Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania. He was brought up in his family's ancestral home of Pittencrieff House. Canmore Tower Pittencrieff Park Fife KY12 8QH Malcolm Canmore's Tower Malcom III and his Queen Margaret lived in Edinburgh Castle. Dunfermline's name is thought to derive from the Tower Dun (Hill or Fort) Fearam (Bent of Crooked) Lin (Pool or running water) Fife Village Attractions St Andrews Attractions Deep Sea World North Queensferry Fife KY11 1JR St Monan's Windmill St Monans Fife KY10 2DN Robinson Crusoe Lower Largo Fife KY8 6BP King Alexander III Monument A921 Near Pettycur Bay Fife KY3 9YE King Alexander III (4 September 1241 – 19 March 1286) was the last Celtic King of Scots from 1249 to his death 1286. Alexander III, then aged 44, was returning on horseback to be with Yolande at Kinghorn Castle after meeting his Council in Edinburgh. It was after dark and the weather was very bad when he came along the cliff road above Pettycur. It is believed Alexander's horse stumbled, and pitched him to his death over the cliffs. Other Attractions Fife Aberdour Castle Aberdour Outlander Fife KY3 0SL Aberdour House Obelisk Aberdour Fife KY3 0TR Anstruther Harbour Anstruther Fife QY10 3EA Kellie Castle Anstruther Fife KY10 2RF Jimmy Shand Monument Auchtermuchty Fife KY14 7BS Myres Castle & Gardens Auchtermuchty Fife KY14 7EW Buckhaven Museum Buckhaven Fife KY8 1JP Rossend Castle Burntisland Fife KY3 0DF Museum of Communications Burntisland Fife KY3 9AA The Binn Burntisland Fife KY3 9HP Constantine’s Cave Crail Fife KY10 3XN Crail Harbour Gallery Crail Fife KY10 3SU Crail Museum & Heritage Centre Crail Fife KY10 3TL Daftmill Distillery Cupar Fife KY15 5RF Lindores Distillery Cupar Fife KY14 6HH Scotstarvit Tower Cupar Fife KY15 5PA Scottish Deer Centre & Raptor World Cupar Fife KY15 4NQ Other Attractions Fife Andrew Carnegie library & Gallery Dunfermline Fife KY12 7Nl Knockhill Race Track Dunfermline Fife KY12 9TF St Margaret's Cave Dunfermline Fife KY12 8DQ Dysart Harbour Dysart Outlander Fife KY1 2TQ MacDuff Castle East Wemyss Fife KY1 4RT Ardross Castle Elie Fife KY9 1EU Elie Harbour Elie Fife KY9 1EG Elie Ness lighthouse Elie Fife KY9 1BS Lady's Tower Elie Fife KY9 1BS Covenanter Hotel Falkland Falkland Outlander Fife KY15 7BU Falkland Palace & Gardens Falkland Outlander Fife KY15 7BY Bonnet Stane Gateside Fife KY14 7RR Balgonie Castle Glenrothes Fife KY7 6HQ Lost Seggie Distillery Guardbridge Fife KY16 0UU Seafield Tower Inchkeith Crescent Kirkcaldy Fife KY1 1GL Inverkeithing Museum Inverkeithing Fife KY11 1LS Jim Clark Statue Kilmany Fife KY15 4PT Ravenscraig Castle Kirkcaldy Fife KY1 2QG Other Attractions Fife Hickery Golf Workshop and Experience St Andrews Road Largoward Leven Fife KY9 1HZ Methil Heritage Centre Methil Fife KY8 3EQ Dairsie Castle Osnaburgh Fife KY15 4RL Glen Pavilion Pittencrieff Park Fife KY12 8QH Pittencrieff Glasshouse Pittencrieff Park Fife KY12 8QH Pittencrieff Park Pittencrieff Park Fife KY12 8QH St Fillan's Cave Pittenweem Fife KY10 2LE Pittenweem Harbour Pittenweem Fife KY10 2NH Rosyth Castle Rosyth Fife KY11 2XB Newark Castle St Monans Fife KY10 2BX Auld Kirk St Monans Fife KY10 2BX St Monans Tidal Pool St Monans Fife KY10 2BB Wemyss Castle Wemyss Fife KY1 4RT Wemyss Caves Wemyss Fife KY1 4RT Dunino Den Dunino Village Fife KY16 8LU Fife Folk Museum Ceres Fife KY15 5NF Cupar Zoo ladybank, Cupar Fife KY15 7UT Falkirk Attractions

  • Wedding Venues | Lothian | All About Edinburgh

    Wedding Venues in the lothians from a castle or church in a balloon on the beach or stately home this comprehensive list of wedding venues contact details. Wedding Venues East Lothian | West Lothian | Midlothian West of Edinburgh City Weddings EAST LOTHIAN WEDDING VENUES Wedding Venues Ravelston House 182 North High Street Musselburgh EH21 6BH East Lothian Scotland 0131 665 2478 Wedding Venues Greywalls Hotel Muirfield Gullane EH31 2EG East Lothian Scotland 01620 842 144 Wedding Venues Colstoun House Colstoun Water Bolton Haddington EH41 4PA East Lothian Scotland 01620 822 922 Wedding Venues Lennoxlove House Haddington Lennox Love Estate Haddington EH41 4NZ East Lothian Scotland 01620 823 720 Wedding Venues Maitlandfield House Hotel Haddington 24 Sidegate Haddington EH41 4BZ East Lothian Scotland 01620 082 6513 Wedding Venues Mavis Hall Park B6368 Humbie EH36 5PL East Lothian Scotland 01875 833733 Wedding Venues Gosford House North Berwick Road A198 Longniddry EH32 0PY East Lothian Scotland 01875 870 808 Wedding Venues Musselburgh Racecourse Linkfield Road Musselburgh EH21 7RG East Lothian Scotland 0131 665 2859 Wedding Venues Inveresk Lodge Garden 24 Inveresk Village Musselburgh EH21 7TE East Lothian Scotland 0131 458 0200 Wedding Venues Brunton Musselburgh Ladywell Way Musselburgh EH21 6AA East Lothian Scotland 0131 665 2240 Wedding Venues Quay Complex Musselburgh 131 New Street Musselburgh EH21 6DH East Lothian Scotland 0131 665 1066 Wedding Venues Eskmills Venue Stuart House Station Road Musselburgh EH21 7PQ East Lothian Scotland 0131 273 5145 Wedding Venues Winton House Winton Estate Pencaitland EH34 5AT East Lothian Scotland 01875 340 222 Wedding Venues Seton Collegiate Church North Berwick Road A198 Port Seton EH32 0PG East Lothian Scotland 0131 668 8686 MIDLOTHIAN WEDDING VENUES Newbattle Abbey Dalkeith Newbattle Road Dalkeith EH22 3LL Mid lothian Scotland 0131 663 1921 County Hotel 152-156 High Street Dalkeith EH22 1AY Midlothian Scotland 0131 663 3495 Dalhousie Castle Bonnyrigg EH19 3JB Midlothian Scotland 01875 820153 Wedding Venues West of the City of Edinburgh Wedding Venues Carlowrie Castle Kirkliston Bridge Road Kirkliston EH29 9ES West Lothian Scotland 0131 335 3184 Wedding Venues Pride of the Union Canal Boat & Pride of Belhaven Canal Boat Bridge Inn Baird Road Ratho EH28 8RA Scotland 0131 333 1320 Wedding Venues Bridge Inn at Ratho 27 Baird Road Ratho EH28 8RA Scotland 0131 333 1320 Wedding Venues Dundas Castle B800 South Queensferry EH30 9SP Scotland 0131 319 2039 Wedding Venues Dakota Hotel Ferrymuir Retail Park South Queensferry EH30 9QZ Scotland 0131 319 3690 Wedding Venues Orocco Pier 17 High Street South Queensferry EH30 9PP Scotland 0870 118 1664 Wedding Venues Hopetoun House Hopetoun Estate South Queensferry EH30 9SL Scotland 0131 331 2451 WEST LOTHIAN WEDDING VENUES Wedding Venues Kirknewton House Stables Kirknewton Estate Kirknewton EH27 8DA West Lothian Scotland 01506 881235 Wedding Venues Linlithgow Palace Kirkgate High Street Linlithgow EH49 7AL West Lothian Scotland 0131 668 8686 Wedding Venues Linlithgow Burgh Halls The Cross Linlithgow EH49 7AH West Lothian Scotland 01506 282 720 Wedding Venues Deer Park Golf and Country Club Golf Course Road Livingston EH54 8AB West Lothian Scotland 01506 446 699 Wedding Venues National Mining Museum Lady Victoria Colliery Newtongrange EH22 4QN West Lothian Scotland 0131 663 7519 Wedding Venues Macdonald Houstoun House Dechmont Road Uphall EH52 6JS West Lothian Scotland 01506 853831 Wedding Venues Harburn House Harburn West Calder EH55 8RN West Lothian Scotland 01506 461 818 Wedding Venues Jupiter Artland Bonnington House Steading Wilkieston EH27 8BB West Lothian Scotland 01506 889 900 East Lothian Wedding Venues Wedding Venues Gilmerton House Athelstaneford Athelstaneford North Berwick EH39 5LQ East Lothian Scotland 01620 880342 Wedding Venues Madonald Marine Hotel Cromwell Road North Berwick EH39 4LZ East Lothian Scotland 01620 897 300 Wedding Venues Nether Abbey Hotel 20 Direlton Avenue North Berwick EH39 4BQ East Lothian Scotland 01620 895 298 Wedding Venues National Museum of Flight East Fortune Airfield North Berwick EH39 5LF East Lothian Scotland 0300 123 6789 Wedding Venues Fenton Tower Kingston North Berwick EH39 5JH East Lothian Scotland 01620 890 089 Wedding Venues Harvest Moon Holidays Lochhouses Farm (beach) Tyninghame EH42 1XP East Lothian Scotland 07960 782246 Wedding Venues Carberry Tower Musselburgh Wallyford EH21 8PY East Lothian Scotland 0131 341 3422

  • Cramond | Edinburgh attractions | All About Edinburgh

    Cramond Edinburgh with many attractions. A Roman settlement from 140 A.D., Heritage museum, Almond River estuary, Cramond Island, Beach and wonderful views. History going back 8000 years. cafe restaurant and village. Cramond Village Attrctions Edinburgh Cramond Village CRAMOND VILLAGE 8400 B.C. This was the oldest known area of where there is evidence of human settlement in Scotland (8400 B.C.). The Romans used the area as a camp and evidence shows Cramond started to grow as a village in 142 A.D. Cramond was also the first area the residents were called commuters, as the new railway built in 1894 would take the residence of the area to Edinburgh City to work. There are many historic buildings and interesting things to see in Cramond Village a short Taxi ride from Edinburgh city centre. You can also see the Royal Burgess Golf Club the oldest established golf club in the World founded in 1735. The oldest recorded area of human habitation in Scotland is just outside Edinburgh at Howburn dated from (12000 B.C.). SEPTIMIUS SEVERUS Cramond Village Septimius Severus was the last Roman Emperor to try and conquer Scotland in 208 AD but died of illness in 210 AD. A previous emperor Antoninus Pius also tried to conquer the Scots but gave up after 30 years about in 140 AD. The Romans failed in their attempts to conquer Scotland and all they left were ruins, walls, roads and bridges which can still be seen today. Both emperors built forts in Cramond about a century apart. This area was inhabited by many hundreds of Romans and was more like a town than a Fort. Don’t miss the Cramond Lioness a sandstone sculpture found in 1997 in the river bed at Cramond. Depicting a Lioness devouring a human torso (600 B.C – 200 B.C.) now in the National Museum in Edinburgh. Cramond Roman Bath House Ruins Cramond Village Edinburgh The Bathhouse was found while the car park was being constructed in 1975. This is said to be the best preserved Roman Bathhouse in Scotland. Cramond Tower Cramond Village Edinburgh The Cramond Tower once the residence of the Bishop of Dunkeld. Originally built in the 11th century and left vacant for over 300 years it was renovated in the 1970s under strict guidance from historians. Stone Fish Sculpture Attraction Cramond Esplanade The Stone Fish Sculpture all of 8 tonnes (8000 Kgs) stands 7 feet high (2.2m) and 10 feet (30.5 m) in length can be found on the beach at Cramond. Cramond Kirk Attractions Cramond Village Edinburgh Cramond Kirk dates from the 15th century with additions in 1800s. The bell is from Holland as were most church bells in Scotland. The River Almond Estuary Attraction Cramond Village There is a walkway at the side of the River Almond access can be gained from the estuary at Cramond. The Almond river is 28 Miles long and winds its way through West Lothian from its source in the Cant Hills near Shotts in Lanarkshire. If you are interested in fishing the Almond it is a great place to start. There is an angling club at Cramond that started in 1963. The fish that occupy the Almond are salmon and sea trout. Contact the club and catch the big one secretary@fishalmond.co.uk . Cramond Island Attractions Cramond Island is accessible by a causeway dependent on tides, have a walk to the island and see the deserted buildings. An Ivy covered Farm house which once was occupied as early as the 1700s and possibly there would have been a Roman lookout tower when Cramond was a Roman strong hold in 200 A.D. Cramond Heritage Cramond Heritage Museum The Maltings Cramond Heritage Trust, The Maltings 6 Riverside Cramond is run by local volunteers. The area is believed to be the oldest continuously occupied settlement in Scotland dating back to 8500 b.c. The Maltings was originally part of the Royal Oak Inn a favourite meeting place for Robert Louis Stevenson and his friends. If interest in Cramond and its history and wish to find out more about Cramond Heritage Trust or arrange a visit Please use this contact email admin@cramondheritage.org.uk Lauriston Castle Attractions Lauriston Castle originally a Tower House built circa 1330 John Tennand, Almost totally destroyed by the English in 1540 the lands were sold to the Napier’s of Colinton circa 1590. The Law family purchased from the Napier’s Circa 1660 John Law the son was said to be the first ever millionaire. William Reid became the owner of Lauriston Castle in 1902 and modernised it with plumbing and electricity. He died leaving Lauriston Castle to his wife and on her death she left the castle and land to Scotland with one stipulation, the house and contents were to remain unaltered. Lauriston Castle is still decorated and furnished as it would have been in 1926. With furnishings dating back to the first owners. There is in Lauriston Castle's a Courtyard Café. Japanese garden and a woodland walk. Lauriston Castle Lauriston Castle Gardens Attractions Lauriston Castle and Gardens. Take a walk round the beautiful gardens. Also in the gardens are statues and memorials and the original well they would have got their drinking water. The pond has a Statue of Diane. Above the main entrance is the coat-of-arms of the Rutherfords "Per Mare per Terras", and what looks like a mermaid. Lauriston Castle Wall Tablet The inscription on the tablet reads; Lauriston Castle Attractions Japanese Garden The Japanese Garden at Lauriston Castle was gifted by Kyoto. Take a stroll and meditate in the Japanese garden. Lauriston Castle Attractions Garden and Grounds Next - South Queensferry

  • Edinburgh Castle Shop | All About Edinburgh

    Edinburgh Castle shop at the top of the Royal Mile just over the Drawbridge no entry fee. Edinburgh Castle is the No.1 attraction when you visit Scotland and Edinburgh Edinburgh Castle Shops and Businesses Edinburgh Castle is one of the most visited places in the United Kingdom and is in the heart of Scotland's capital city Edinburgh. In Edinburgh Castle there are cafe's and restaurants to make your visit relaxing and enjoyable for all. Edinburgh Castle also has a number of areas in the Castle that you can be married and also have your reception. Edinburgh Castle Attractions and History Advertise your business here View More Advertise your business here View More Advertise your business here View More Wedding Venue Religious Ceremony Only St Margaret’s Chapel Edinburgh Castle Royal Mile Edinburgh Scotland EH1 2NG Tel: +44 (0)131 225 9846 Crown Gift Shop Edinburgh Castle Castlehill, Royal Mile Edinburgh Scotland EH1 2NG Tel: +44 (0)131 225 9846 Portcullis Shop Edinburgh Castle Castlehill, Royal Mile Edinburgh Scotland EH1 2NG Tel: +44 (0)131 225 9846 Edinburgh Castle Castlehill, Royal Mile Edinburgh Scotland EH1 2NG Tel: +44 (0)131 225 9846 Wedding Venue Evening Reception Edinburgh Castle Jacobite Room Castlehill, Royal Mile Edinburgh Scotland EH1 2NG Tel: +44 (0) 131 668 8686 Queen Anne Room Wedding Venue Civil and Humanist Ceremony Edinburgh Castle Castlehill, Royal Mile Edinburgh Scotland EH1 2NG Tel: +44 (0) 131 668 8686 Edinburgh Castle Queen Anne Tearoom Edinburgh Castle Castlehill, Royal Mile Edinburgh Scotland EH1 2NG Tel: +44 (0)131 668 8081 Edinburgh Castle Ticket Office Castlehill, Royal Mile Edinburgh Scotland EH1 2NG Tel: +44 (0)131 225 9846 Redcoat Café Edinburgh Castle Castlehill, Royal Mile Edinburgh Scotland EH1 2NG Tel: +44 (0)131 668 8081 Advertise your business here View More View More Advertise your business here Gatehouse Suite Wedding Venue Civil, Religious and Humanist Ceremony Edinburgh Castle Castlehill, Royal Mile Edinburgh Scotland EH1 2NG Tel: +44 (0)131 225 9846 Whisky and Finest Food Edinburgh Castle Castlehill, Royal Mile Edinburgh Scotland EH1 2NG Tel: +44 (0)131 225 9846 Next - Castlehill Edinburgh

  • Edinburgh Beaches East Coast | Guide | All About Edinbuh

    Edinburgh Beaches East Coast golden sand beaches have a BBQ or go for a swim Edinburgh in easy reach and activities on the water Edinburgh Beaches, East Coast of Scotland Beaches in Edinburgh, East Lothian , West Lothian and Scottish Borders East Lothian beaches are the best on the East coast for swimming and water sports, with many harbours hiring boats, Kayaks and sightseeing boat trips go to East Lothian on this link. East Lothian Beaches Beaches in Edinburgh Cramond Beach Cramond Glebe Road Cramond Village EH4 6QU City of Edinburgh Scotland Portobello Beach James Street Edinburgh EH15 2DX City of Edinburgh Scotland Silverknowes Beach Marine Drive Edinburgh EH12 7EG City of Edinburgh Scotland South Queensferry Beach Gote Lane South Queensferry EH30 9PP West Lothian Scotland Beaches West Lothian Carriden Beach A904 Carriden EH51 9SN West Lothian Scotland Beaches in the Scottish Borders Pease Bay Beach Peas Bay Cockburnspath TD13 5YP Scottish Borders Scotland Berwick-upon-Tweed Beach Pier Road Berwick-upon-Tweed TD15 1JB Scottish Borders Scotland Spittal - Quay Beach Sandstell Road Berwick-upon-Tweed TD15 1RE Scottish Borders Scotland Spittal Beach Sea Road Berwick-upon-Tweed TD15 1SE Scottish Borders Scotland St.Abbs Beach Seaview Terrace St Abbs TD14 5PW Scottish Borders Scotland Cove Beach Southern Upland Way Cove Village TD13 5YB Scottish Borders Scotland Beaches in the Scottish Borders Cocklawburn Beach Ancroft Goswick TD15 2RW Scottish Borders Scotland Dunglass Beach Dunglass Cockburnspath TD13 5XE Scottish Borders Scotland Cheswick Sands East House Cheswick TD15 2SY Scottish Borders Scotland Coldingham Bay Beach Fisher's Brae Coldingham TD14 5PA Scottish Borders Scotland Eyemouth Beach High Street Royal Mile Eyemouth TD14 5EU Scottish Borders Scotland Fishermans Haven Beach Northumberland Avenue Berwick-upon-Tweed TD15 1AF Scottish Borders Scotland

  • Finding Gold | Pan for Gold | All About Edinburgh

    Wanlockhead is the highest village in Scotland a short trip from Edinburgh. This is where you can still pan for gold. Spend a day at Wanlockhead where the gold for the Scottish crown jewels was found. There many attractions and a tour down a lead mine or Pan for Gold. Pan For Gold Wanlockhead village Pan for gold in the nearby Wanlockhead streams. All equipment and waterproofs provided. I have panned for gold and it was a great day out. In the Wanlockhead museum learn about the area and see many of the minerals taken from the hills. Finding Gold Pan for Gold Wanlockhead Village, Dumfries and Galloway, ML12 6UT In Wanlockhead village the Romans mined the lead for their armour and weapons. Wanlockhead villages is over 450 meters up the hills of the Southern Uplands of Scotland, Wanlockhead and Leadhills area became known as "God's Treasure House in Scotland". The area has produced some of the world's purest gold (22.8 carats) which was used in the making of the Honours of Scotland (Scottish Crown Jewels) circa 1540. Pan for Gold From Edinburgh it takes approximately 90 minute. The 5 hour Gold Panning experience includes the services of our experienced gold panner, use of all the necessary equipment, panning permit and packed lunch. OR Day Out Tour Visit Carlops, West Linton, Biggar, Leadhills and Wanlockhead email for prices info@allaboutedinburgh.co.uk Back to Activities Book - Trip

  • Edinburgh Racket Sports | Tennis Courts | All About Edinburgh

    Edinburgh Racket Sports Guide with tennis squash badminton and table tennis all world sports aand Scotland has world champions in mfacilities in Edinburgh Tennis badmington table tennis Squash Clubs , courts for all ages outdoor and indoor EDINBURGH RACKET SPORTS GUIDE Tennis |Table Tennis Badminton |Squash Enjoy the fun of indoor and outdoor tennis or indoors Table Tennis, Squash or Badminton SPORTS Racket Sports Abercorn Tennis Club 12a Abercorn Terrace Edinburgh EH8 7HZ City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 661 1952 Racket Sports Academy Sports Centre 10 Arboretum Road Edinburgh EH3 5PL City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 624 4900 Racket Sports Barnton Park Tennis Club 12 Barnton Park Edinburgh EH4 6JF City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 312 7131 Racket Sports Corstorphine Lawn Tennis Club 70 Belgrave Road Edinburgh EH12 6NH City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 551 0455 Racket Sports St Serfs Lawn Tennis Club Clark Road Edinburgh EH5 3AP City of Edinburgh Scotland 07971 501 118 Racket Sports Braid Lawn Tennis Club 58 Cluny Gardens Edinburgh EH10 6BR City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 447 0612 Racket Sports Craiglockhart Tennis Courts 177 Colinton Road Edinburgh EH14 1BZ City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 443 0101 Racket Sports Murrayfield Lawn Tennis Club 57 Corstorphine Road Edinburgh EH12 8QG City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 339 8078 Racket Sports Meadows City Tennis Club East Meadows Edinburgh EH8 9NL City of Edinburgh Scotland 07766774529 Tennis Outdoor Selkirk 2G Hillside Terrace Selkirk TD7 4EW Scottish Borders Scotland 01896 66 11 66 Racket Sports Meadows City Tennis Club East Meadows Edinburgh EH8 9NL City of Edinburgh Scotland 07766774529 Racket Sports Drummond Tennis Club East Scotland Street Lane Edinburgh EH3 6ND City of Edinburgh Scotland 07455 182 372 Racket Sports David Lloyd Tennis Centre 89a Glasgow Road Edinburgh EH12 8GZ City of Edinburgh Scotland 0345 129 6788 Racket Sports Edinburgh Academy 42 Henderson Row Edinburgh EH3 5BL City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 556 4603 Racket Sports Leith Links Tennis Courts John's Place Edinburgh EH6 7QR City of Edinburgh Scotland 07766774532 Racket Sports Thistle Lawn Tennis Club Katesmill Road Edinburgh EH14 1JF City of Edinburgh Scotland Racket Sports Blackhall Lawn Tennis Club 10 Keith Terrace Edinburgh EH4 3NJ City of Edinburgh Scotland 07765 370 650 Racket Sports Kirkliston Leisure Centre 1 Kirkland’s Park Street Edinburgh EH29 9EY City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 333 4700 Racket Sports Dean Lawn Tennis Club 24 Lennox Street Edinburgh EH4 1QA City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 315 2836 Racket Sports The Falcon Tennis Club 84 Newbattle Terrace Edinburgh EH10 4SE City of Edinburgh Scotland 07948 036 417 Racket Sports Mortonhall Tennis Club Pentland Terrace Edinburgh EH10 6ES City of Edinburgh Scotland 07894 343 711 Racket Sports Merchiston Tennis Club Polwarth Terrace Edinburgh EH11 1NA City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 228 6447 Racket Sports Grange Dyvours Tennis Club 7 Portgower Place Edinburgh EH4 1HQ City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 334 2148 Racket Sports Craigmillar Park Tennis Club Sharpdale Loan Inch Park Edinburgh EH16 5 PB City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 516 4790 Racket Sports Waverley Lawn Tennis / Squash Club 22 Suffock Road Edinburgh EH16 5NJ City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 667 9517 Racket Sports North Berwick Sports Centre Grange Road North Berwick EH39 4QS East Lothian Scotland 01620 893454 Sports Centres Crags Community Sports Centre 10 Bowmont Place Edinburgh EH8 9RY City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 667 3334 David Lloyd Sports Centre Newhaven Place Edinburgh EH6 4TW City of Edinburgh 0131 554 5000 www.davidlloyd.co.uk

  • St Andrews Streets | Visit Scotland | All About Edinburgh

    St Andrews Streets are full of history and historic sites. From the oldest University in Scotland to the Home of Golf. Inventors, Open Champions, Churches, Cathedral ruins and museums, including The World Golf Museum St Andrews Streets St Andrews Streets, where you can find historic places of interesting in other streets of St Andrews. All the places can be found on the google map on this link. St Andrews attractions Map Blue Stane St Marys Place's St Andrews The Blue Stane (stone) a prehistoric memorial stone, a place for meetings and oath taking. Knights swore Failte to the kings of Scotland over it, and passers-by would touch the stone for good luck. The legend of the stone has it thrown by a giant from a safe distance (Blebocraigs 5 miles from St Andrews) at St Rule who had usurped him. St Mary's Place St Andrews Thomas Rodger's Studio St Mary's Place St Andrews Thomas Rodger, born April 1832 and died 1883. Rodger's photographic studio was built in 1866 in St Mary's Place St. Andrews. St Andrews University Library has a photographic collection of his work. Thomas Rodger was a pioneer of photographer. West Infant School Gateway St Mary's Place St Andrews This ancient Gateway built in 1846 in St Mary's Place St. Andrews. The teacher's house is through the gate. East boundary wall of playground comprises part of mediaeval Greyfriars precinct wall. Greyfriars Gardens St Andrews Greyfriars Monastery Well Greyfriars Gardens St Andrews Greyfriars was a religious house of Franciscan monks in St Andrews, from 1465 to 1547. Founded by Bishop James Kennedy. The Monastery had provision for 24 friars. In July 1547, the friary was burned by the army lead by Norman Leslie (Also leader of assassins of Cardinal Beaton at St Andrews Castle). The Monastery was completely destroyed, by June 1559. The only part that remains above ground is a well which is located in a private garden. Greyfriars Gardens was part of the lands the monastery stood on. Market Street St Andrews St Mary's Place and Market Street St Andrews are a continuous Street. That stretches from one end of the town to the other. Whyte-Melville Memorial Fountain Market Street St Andrews (1821 – 1878) Iconic landmark in Market Street St Andrews Major George John Whyte-Melville he was a grandson to the 5th Duke of Leeds. A soldier and novelist. His father was a well-known sportsman and Captain of The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews. Educated at Eton joined the 93rd Highlanders in 1839. Transferring to the Coldstream Guards in 1846 retired in 1849. Mercat Cross Market Street St Andrews The Mercat Cross once stood where now setts in the road mark where it stood. Circa 1195 it was agreed that a Cross should be erected in St Andrews' market-place on "the land of Lambinus" an open space where markets could take place. It was also where executions took place hangings and burning at the stake. Pavel Kravař an emissary from Bohemia was burnt at the stake for heresy 0n 23rd July 1433. Paul Craw Plaque Market Street St Andrews Real name Pavel Kravař was executed for heresy, by burning at the stake in 1433 at the Market Cross in Market Street St Andrews. He was a religious reformer who was martyred for his beliefs. Buchanan Gardens St Andrews Observatory St Andrews Buchanan Gardens St Andrews In 1940 when an observatory was founded in St Andrews, bringing back astronomy to St Andrews. It was 350 years ago in 1672 when James Gregory, established the Meridian Line. St Andrews today has the largest operating optical telescope in the United Kingdom. Open to the public by appointment. New York Cottage Bridge Street St Andrews Thomas Rodger was a photography pioneer and took his first photographs in the Garden of New York Cottage. New York Cottage was where he lived for most of his life. More info about him at his studio in St Mary’s Place St Andrews. Bridge Street St Andrews Canongate St Andrews Canongate St Andrews St Andrews Botanic Gardens St Andrews Botanic Gardens are 18 acres of trees plants flowers and wildlife. Internationally acclaimed, as a 'Hidden gem' of Scotland. Founded in 1889 by St Andrews University, moved to its present position circa 1960 needing more space. With a visitor’s centre, gift shop, and café. Climb on the rope structures and visit the tree house. City Road St Andrews Gavin Douglas Plaque City Road St Andrews Through West Gate on corner of street opposite a plaque to Gavin Douglas. Gavin Douglas was born in 1476 Tantallon Castle East Lothian. He was 3rd son of Archibald "Bell the Cat" Douglas 5th Earl of Angus his house stood near this spot. A student of St Andrews University, he was a poet noted for his "Palice of Honour" and for his "Eneados" a translation of Virgil's "Aeneid" into Scots. He was Dean of St Giles Edinburgh in 1501, the Bishop of Dunkeld in 1515. Died 1522 London of the Plague. His Coat of Arms (no longer visible on the wall). His Coat of Arms once was above the plaque. The Shield is an accurate reconstruction of the original stone carved coat of arms above the plaque. Abbotsford Crescent St Andrews Abbotsford Crescent St Andrews Jo Grimond Plaque No.8 Abbotsford Crescent is where Jo Grimond was born in 1913. He was the leader of the Liberal Party from 1956 -1967 and again in 1976. He was the MP for Orkney and Shetland (1950 – 1983). Doubledykes Road St Andrews Doubledykes Road St Andrews Kinburn House St Andrews Museum Kinburn House where St Andrews Museum is situated, was named after a battle in the Crimean War in 1855. The House and Gardens were built by a retired local (Dr Davis Buddo) in St Andrews 1855. The next owner a John Paterson Provost of the Burgh of St Andrews from 1872 till 1920. The Town Council acquired the property IN 1920 and the Museum opened in 1991. St Andrews Museum and Gallery has exhibitions throughout the year with gardens and activities for the children and a café and shop. Memorial Bust Wladyslaw Eugeniusz Sikorski who was Prime Minister of Poland and a military leader. He was also involved in the cause for the independence of Poland from the Russian Empire. Executioner's Axe The Axe was used to execute criminals in St Andrews in the 17th Century The Jurassic Garden In the grounds of Kinburn House was made with plants and trees from the Jurassic period when Dinosaurs roamed the World. Hallowhill St Andrews St Andrews Trinity Place / Hallow Hill St Andrews Hallow Hill Ancient Burial Ground This burial site was first found in 1860 on ground called Hallow Hill where 20 Stone coffins were unearthed. The coffins date back to the 6th centuries AD Further excavations took place in 1975-1977, when circa 160 further burials were found from the 7th century AD, Also a location of a chapel and a cobbled road. Mount Melville St Andrews Craigtoun Park Mount Melville St Andrews Craigtoun is a 47 acre country park not far from St Andrews town centre. Next to the Dukes Golf Course The park is a place for the whole family with many great activities Open every day from Easter to October miniature railway rides The road train Boating in the lake, Putting and Crazy Golf. Bouncy Castles Pedal Cars and a Go-Kart track A Golf Course All weather permitting for safety reasons. On site Café with hot and cold food, hot or cold drinks and ice cream. Next Page East Lothian Coast

  • Golf Courses Scotland | Golf Transfers | All About Edinburgh

    Golf Courses Scotland, is a list of golf courses, from the Highlands to the Scottish Borders Local Group Transfers, Airport transfers. Take stress out of the travel and just play golf. We get you there and back. Golf Courses Scotland Golf in Scotland when you have booked the golf course(s) and your accommodation you will be ready to get the right transport for your group. For transfers Airport / rail station - Hotel / Accommodation return transfers to and from the golf course(s) High quality transport with Low prices. Golf Scotland is available to all. From the oldest course in the world and first ever clubhouse. The first established Golf club and the first open championship course. Where Willie Park lived. Where the first rules of golf were written and the first competition played to rules. Musselburgh in East Lothian where many Open Champions came from. Where the size of the Golf hole was decided and how it was first measured. Where Tom Morris Snr and his son Tommy won Open Championships. The first Grand Champion Thomas Chambers The First professional Golfer Allan Robertson On the East Coast There are over 20 golf courses in Edinburgh city and a further 20 + in the Lothian area Fife and St Andrews, Aberdeen area and Inverness area On the West Coast Turnberry - The Gailes See almost all Scotland's mainland courses here Edinburgh Golf Courses East Lothian Golf Courses Fife Golf Courses Dundee Golf Courses Central Scotland Golf Courses Ayrshire Golf Courses Aberdeenshire Golf Courses Inverness Golf Courses St Andrews Golf Courses Midlothian Golf Courses Perthshire Golf Courses West Lothian Golf Courses Falkirk Area Golf Courses Scottish Borders Golf Courses Glasgow Golf Courses Golf Course Travel Times Golf Transport Scotland's Golf Course Map Enquire Golf / Airport Transfers Enquiry /Contact Golf & Airport Transfers This is the perfect vehicle for up to 8 passengers with 8 sets of golf clubs and 8 cases all Forward Facing Seats

  • Lawnmarket Royal Mile | Shops | All About Edinburgh

    Royal Mile Lawnmarket Shops Cashmere, whisky, jumpers, tartan, scarves, kilts a tourists dream all types of woolen goods and tartan tat. Lawnmarket Shops Royal Mile Edinburgh Shops - Restaurants - Cafes - Attractions - Accommodation Lawnmarket Edinburgh is part of the Royal Mile and was historically where people of Edinburgh would buy their clothes. There has not much changed about this street as this is where there are many shops that sell kilts cashmere wool and tourist souvenirs. There are many places to stay eat and drink also. Lawnmarket History and Attractions Advertise Your Business Here Advertise Your Business Here Advertise Your Business Here Advertise Your Business Here BAR AND RESTAURANT DEACON BRODIES TAVERN ROYAL MILE 435 LAWNMARKET EDINBURGH EH1 2NT SCOTLAND 0131 225 6531 CASHMERE SOUVENIR AND GIFTS TARTAN WEAVING MILL FACTORY SHOP ROYAL MILE 447 LAWNMARKET EDINBURGH EH1 2NT SCOTLAND 0131 225 2396 CASHMERE SOUVENIR AND GIFTS JAMIE SCOTT'S MILL SHOP ROYAL MILE 449 LAWNMARKET EDINBURGH EH1 2NT SCOTLAND 0131 220 1568 CASHMERE SOUVENIR AND GIFTS JOHNSTON'S OF ELGIN ROYAL MILE 459 LAWNMARKET EDINBURGH EH1 2NT SCOTLAND 0131 225 1140 CASHMERE SOUVENIR AND GIFTS HERITAGE OF SCOTLAND ROYAL MILE 461 LAWNMARKET EDINBURGH EH1 2NT SCOTLAND 0131 225 1140 RETAIL OUTLETS ON NORTH SIDE OF LAWNMARKET CASHMERE SOUVENIR AND GIFTS HAWICK KNITWEAR ROYAL MILE 477 LAWNMARKET EDINBURGH EH1 2NT SCOTLAND 0131 225 4088 CASHMERE SOUVENIR AND GIFTS ROYAL MILE FACTORY OUTLET 479 LAWNMARKET EDINBURGH EH1 2NT SCOTLAND 0131 225 4088 CASHMERE SOUVENIR AND GIFTS HARRIS TWEED HEBRIDES ROYAL MILE 491 LAWNMARKET EDINBURGH EH1 2PE SCOTLAND 0131 226 2514 LOUNGE BAR JOLLY JUDGE ROYAL MILE 493 LAWNMARKET EDINBURGH EH1 2PB SCOTLAND 0131 225 2669 CASHMERE SOUVENIR AND GIFTS HIGHLAND HOUSE 495 LAWNMARKET EDINBURGH EH1 2PE SCOTLAND 0131 220 638 NEWSAGENT J & S NEWSAGENTS ROYAL MILE 499 LAWNMARKET EDINBURGH EH1 2PE SCOTLAND 0131 225 4611 Advertise Your Business Here CASHMERE SOUVENIR AND GIFTS JOHNSTON'S OF ELGIN ROYAL MILE 503 LAWNMARKET EDINBURGH EH1 2PE SCOTLAND 0131 225 1140 CASHMERE SOUVENIR AND GIFTS HOUSE OF SCOTLAND ROYAL MILE 509 LAWNMARKET EDINBURGH EH1 2PE SCOTLAND 0131 226 5133 CASHMERE SOUVENIR AND GIFTS WEE SCOTLAND SHOP ROYAL MILE 515 LAWNMARKET EDINBURGH EH1 2PE SCOTLAND 0131 225 3449 CASHMERE SOUVENIR AND GIFTS COURT CURIO SHOP ROYAL MILE 519 LAWNMARKET EDINBURGH EH1 2PE SCOTLAND 0131 225 3972 LOUNGE BAR ENSIGN EWART BAR ROYAL MILE 521 LAWNMARKET CITY OF EDINBURGH EH1 2PE SCOTLAND 0131 225 7440 RETAIL OUTLETS ON SOUTHSIDE OF LAWNMARKET WHISKY SHOP THE WHISKY TRAIL ROYAL MILE 322 LAWNMARKET EDINBURGH EH1 2PH SCOTLAND 0131 557 1099 CASHMERE SOUVENIR AND GIFTS EDINBURGH CASHMERE ROYAL MILE 334 LAWNMARKET EDINBURGH EH1 2PH SCOTLAND 0131 225 8580 CASHMERE SOUVENIR AND GIFTS ELGIN CASHMERE ROYAL MILE 306 LAWNMARKET EDINBURGH EH1 2PS SCOTLAND 0131 225 6194 CAFÉ & RESTAURANT DEACON'S HOUSE CAFÉ ROYAL MILE 304 LAWNMARKET EDINBURGH EH1 2PS SCOTLAND 0131 557 9564 RESTAURANT CUCINA RESTAURANT ROYAL MILE 300A LAWNMARKET EDINBURGH EH1 2PH SCOTLAND 0131 220 6666 BANK BANK OF SCOTLAND ROYAL MILE 300 LAWNMARKET EDINBURGH EH1 2PH SCOTLAND 0131 470 2007 Next High Street Edinburgh

  • Granton Area | History | All About Edinburgh

    Granton is an area of Edinburgh that is close to the Firth of Forth. There are many attractions in the area and Granton Harbour was where the first train Ferry ran in the UK. Also the first purpose built car manafacturer and assembly factory in the world. Granton Area Edinburgh Granton Harbour First known as Grantaine Cragge, the present pier stands on the site that the Earls of Shrewsbury and Hertford landed with an English army before marching to Leith and burning it to the ground in 1544. Granton Harbour was built by the Duke of Buccleuch and partly opened for the Queen's coronation in 1838 and completed in 1844. The jetty was named after the Queen the Victoria Jetty. Granton Harbour was used for commercial haulage, and was where many ships were built, the first being launched in 1853. A passenger ferry service was started by the Duke of Buccleuch between Granton and Burntisland in 1849 and the worlds first rail ferry started in 1850, where a passenger took the train from Canal Street Station (later to be renamed Waverley) to Dundee without getting of the train. Granton harbour is returning to be popular harbour with sailing boats, mooring for over 120 boats. Caroline House Caroline House was built in 1685 for Sir George Mackenzie. In 1683 Mackenzie bought the Barony of Royston which once boasted a castle, and quickly built what was originally known as Royston House Lord Royston sold the house in 1739 the 2nd Duke of Argyll who renamed it Caroline Park after his daughter Caroline. The house then became the residence of the Duke of Buccleuch in 1793 and remained in their ownership until 1872. Old Granton House Granton Castle The house was built by the Earl of Hopetoun in 1807 on the Duke of Buccleuch’s estate which was next to Caroline House. In 1954 the house was all but ruined by fire. A walled Garden and Do'cot are still visible. Muir House Granton Edinburgh Muirhouse was built in 1832 by Captain William Davidson on the site of the first House which was built circa 1670. Which was demolished a year prior to the new house being complete The furniture and paintings of old Muirhouse were moved into the new house and all that remained of the old house were two ivy clad turrets at each end. Granton Lighthouse depot for the Northern Lighthouse Board (NLB). The Board was responsible for maintaining all the lighthouses in Scotland. Supplies for the lighthouses were stored at the depot, and taken by boat to the various lighthouses by vessels which the Board owned. The lantern on top of the building, similar to a real lighthouse, was used for training and to test lights before they were put into in service. Craigroyston House Craigroyston House built circa 1800 on the shore of the Firth of Forth with views over to Fife. Madelvic House Granton Hub The Madelvic Motor Carriage Company was opened in 1898 and was one of the first to build electric motor vehicles in Britain. The first electric commercial vehicles built at the factory were used by the General Post Office on the 14th May 1899. Madelvic is believed to be the oldest purpose-built car factory in the UK. The founder Sir William Peck was the Astronomer of the city of Edinburgh the post created after the retirement of the Astronomer Royal for Scotland Piazzi Smyth. Peck lived in Inverleith Row where he died on 8 March 1925 at the age of 63 after a long illness. Madelvic House is now an arts and community centre the Granton Hub. Granton Gas Works Rail Station and Clock In Granton Gas Works with its own branch rail line and railway station. The gasworks began production of coal gas in 1902. The Granton Gas Works was built on land purchased from the 6th Duke of Buccleuch The area being outside both Edinburgh and Leith boundaries. When Edinburgh expanded its boundary in 1900 the lands were incorporated into Edinburgh. This red brick building was used as a train station and a place for the workers to clock on and off their work. Granton Gas Works Edinburgh - Leith Coat of Arms Granton Gas Works historic rail station has both the Edinburgh and Leith coat of arms shields on the façade. Edinburgh - Nis Dominus Frusta (Except the Lord in Vain) Leith - Persevere Barnton & Cammo

  • Edinburgh Fudge Making Activity

    Edinburgh Fudge Making Activity not for the slimmers great group fun and for the sweet toothed Fudge Making Edinburgh Activity Activities Fudge Making Fudge Kitchen 30 High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh EH1 1TB 01303 864400

  • Royal Mile Side Streets | Shops & Businesses | All About Edinburgh

    The Royal Mile has streets that run from the High Street to the Cowgate on the southside. Blackfriars Street, Niddry Street and St Mary's Street. The Upper High street has Hunter Square, Blair Street & Cockburn Street all the streets have shops, businesses and attractions. Also Jeffrey Street Royal Mile Side Streets Shops & Businesses Edinburgh There are a number of side streets that run from the High Street in the Royal Mile to the Cowgate on the southside of the High Street and on the Southside of the High Street there is Cockburn Street and Jeffery Street both connect to the Waverley rail Station. All the streets have historic interest and have a variety of shops and Businesses, which are all worth looking at. The streets that are covered on this page are Blair Street, Hunter Square, Cockburn Street, Niddry Street, Blackfriars Street, St Mary's Street and Jeffery Street. The History and attractions can be found on the Royal Mile section. Royal Mile History & Attractions Hunter Square High Street Edinburgh Advocate (The) 7 Hunter Square Edinburgh EH1 1QW City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 226 2749 Harry Ramsdens 3 Hunter Square Edinburgh EH1 1QW City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 226 5137 Dunedin Cashmere 2 Hunter Square Edinburgh EH1 1QW City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 556 3096 The Tron Bar 9 Hunter Square Edinburgh EH1 1QW City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 225 3784 Ibis Hotel 6 Hunter Square Edinburgh EH1 1QW City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 240 7000 Blair Street High Street Edinburgh Cabaret Voltaire 36 Blair Street Edinburgh EH1 1QR City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 220 6176 City Café 19 Blair Street Edinburgh EH1 1QR City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 220 0125 Cabinet Gallery 9 Blair Street Edinburgh EH1 1QR City of Edinburgh Scotland 0781 664 0298 Blair Street Sauna 30 Blair Street Edinburgh EH1 1QR City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 226 2114 Mercat Tours 28 Blair Street Edinburgh EH1 1QR City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 225 5445 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