Leith Edinburgh Suburb attractions from the 11th to 19th centuries. First written rules of Golf. Tourist attractions at the shore restaurants and shops, Royal Yacht Britannia, cruise ships Dock. Sunday Market and a host of history. Leith Edinburgh History, Attractions and Activities Leith Area Edinburgh Leith area Edinburgh or originally inverlet ‘the mouth of the Water of Leith’ which was two villages one on each side of the river estuary North and South Leith which were first joined by a bridge in 1493 and the oldest building that remains is St Ninian’s at the shore. Leith was chartered to Edinburgh by Robert the Bruce in 1329 giving the powers of Edinburgh control of Leith. In 1920 Leith became a part of Edinburgh. The Leith Area Timeline The first recorded mention of Leith was in 1143, when the area near the river estuary was granted to the Holyrood monks by David I. Known by the name Inverlet. Edward II mentions Leith in 1313 before the Battle of Bannockburn. The incorporation of institution of the Mariners’ happened in Leith 1380. Leith became a ship building area circa 1520. The French invaded Leith in 1548 for 12 years they took control. Finally in 1560 after many battles and a siege the french left Leith in the wake of destroying what they could. Mary Queen of Scots returned to Scotland from France in 1560 at the shore in Leith. Cromwell took control of Leith in 1650 and had a base at the Citadel. Leith Area 17th Century On The Bank of Leith opened in 1806 with its own Leith currency. King George VI set foot on Scottish soil at the Shore invited by Sir Walter Scott in 1822. The “Leith Act” was passed by Parliament in 1827. Leith Nautical College was opened in 1855 The building resembling a ship. The Leith Improvement Act was passed in 1880. A free home for retired Sailors’ was built in 1883 at the Shore. Now the building is a Hotel. The first trains arrived in Leith when Leith Central station opened at the junction of Leith Walk and Duke Street in 1903. Finally Leith became a part of Edinburgh in 1920. Queen Victoria Kirkgate Leith This Statue was to commemorate the reign of Queen Victoria and her visit to Leith in 1842. She died in 1901. It is also a war memorial to the memory of the Scots Guards from the area that died in the Boar War. It was unveiled by Lord Rosebery who was the Liberal Prime Minister 1894-5 and the ceremony was watched by a crowd of over 20,000 people. Leith became a part of Edinburgh in 1920. The meaning of Leith is broad river. Trinity House Museum Leith Edinburgh The original mariner’s house built in 1555 on this site was an Almshouse for the retired and poor that wished to stay within the seafaring community. The present building replacing the original Almshouse was built in 1816. Explore Trinity house and see the treasures the mariners returned home with from their travels. There are old marine maps, navigation equipment and ships models. There are also paintings and manuscripts that tell the stories of the sailors of the 14th century to this day. Trinity House Museum South Leith Parish Church Leith Edinburgh The first church built was St Mary’s in 1483, over the centuries famous people have used the church such as Mary of Guise and Oliver Cromwell. The church has been used as a prison and the General Assembly was held here. Many parts of the church have been replaced since first built, with the ceiling being replace during the renovations of 1847, a Hammer beam ceiling was installed which is still present and will take your breath away. St Mary’s Star of the Sea Church Leith Edinburgh St Mary Star of the Sea was built mainly due to the emigration of Irish families due to the potato famine between 1845 and 1849. Many Irish Catholics families came to Leith and there was a lack of Catholic churches to satisfy the large congregations. The Church of St Mary Star of the Sea was Completed in 1854 and is within the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of St Andrews and Edinburgh. Leith Town Hall Leith Edinburgh The Town Hall and Sheriff Court on the corner of Constitution Street and Queens Charlotte Street was built in 1828. A new Town Hall was open in 1929 after leith joined Edinburgh but was nearly destroyed by bombings in 1941 during the 2nd World War. The Town Hall was Converted to police and burgh offices in 1868, becoming the Leith Police headquarters. Merging with Edinburgh Police in 1920 when Leith became part of Edinburgh. Stone Plaques Maritime Street Leith 1893 Javance (Uncover) Stone Plaques Maritime Street Leith Spe vires augentur. (Our powers are augmented by hope.) Leith Assembly Rooms Exchange Building Leith Edinburgh The exchange buildings were built by subscription as a meeting place for merchants, which included the Assembly Rooms that opened in 1783 and an extension in 1810 which was the Leith Exchange. This was where everything from commerce to entertainment was centred. A Leith Hero Eric “Winkle” Brown Leith Edinburgh Eric Melrose Brown 21 January 1919 – 21 February 2016. Eric was born in Leith Area a port outside of Edinburgh. Captain Eric Melrose Brown known as Winkle due to his slight stature was an amazing man and record holder. His father was a pilot and as a young boy Eric was involved in aviation. Captain Eric Brown’s first flight was on his fathers’ knee. He became Britain’s most decorated test pilot in the Royal Air Force. Flying 487 different types of aircraft. He was also the first person to land a plane on an aircraft carrier. He saw Jesse Owens in the 1936 Olympics, witnessed the horrors of Belsen and awarded and the CBE, MBE and OBE. He was to continue flying aircraft until he was 70 years old. He also was a published author of books and lived till he was 97 years of age. Robert Burns Statue Leith Edinburgh Robert Burns died at the age of 37. He was known as the Ploughman poet. He is widely regarded as the national poet of Scotland. Burns was born two miles south of Ayr, in Alloway South Ayrshire, Scotland. Robert Burns was the eldest of seven children. He travelled the world and had many love interests and had 9 children. Robert Burns is buried in St. Michael’s Churchyard, Dumfries, Scotland. Robert Burns’ brother Gilbert Burns (1760 – 1827) and mother, Agnes Broun 17 March 1732 – 14 January 1820 (and later his sister Annabella) moved to Bolton East Lothian from Ayrshire. Gilbert oversaw the building of the new Bolton parish church which was completed in 1809. The cottage at Grant’s Brae is no longer there, the house was demolished and a roadside monument stands in its place. No more than one hundred yards northeast lies the drinking well used by the Burns family. It was lovingly restored in 1932 and dedicated to Agnes Broun. The dedication states: “Drink of the pure crystals and not only be ye succoured but also refreshed in the mind. To the mortal and immortal memory and in noble tribute to her, who not only gave a son to Scotland but to the whole world and whose own doctrines he preached to humanity that we might learn? Burns 1759 – 1796 “The priest-like father reads the sacred page – from scenes like these old Scotia’s grandeur springs, that makes her loved at home, revered abroad:” “I there wi something did forgather, that pat me in an eerie swither:” Presented by Robert Meikle “When Vulcan gies his bellows breath an plowmen gather wi’ their graith” “In order, on the clean hearth-stane the luggies three are ranged:” Hallow’een Presented by William Tulloch Leith Bank Building Leith Edinburgh Leith Bank was established in 1792 and printed Leith bank notes and was trading from its premises in Bernard Street from 1806. It was common place for towns in Scotland to print their own money. The funding would come from local wealth merchants. Leith Bank did not stay open long as it closed due to lack of funds in 1842. Reverend John Home Leith Edinburgh Reverend John Home was a poet and playwright and was born in Maritime Street Leith in 1722. He is remember for his play Douglas which was first performed in the Playhouse Theatre Canongate in 1756 Robertson Sanderson & Co 11-14 Maritime Street (previously Quality Street until 1967) Original building 11 and 12 was built 1892 as a warehouse in 1900 13 + 14 were added for a wine and spirit merchant Robertson Sanderson & Co. The Renaissance-style architecture, of 13 – 14 features a dome, ashlar frontage. Acanthus leaves and grapes, and the head of Bacchus, the Roman god of wine. Two shields one with (R.S. & Co Ltd). And the other (EST’D 1846) In May 1863 William Sanderson after obtaining licences made his first recipe. A whisky mixture of Glenlivet, Pitlochry and grain whiskies. In 1822 he put samples of almost one hundred of his blends in separate small numbered vats and invited experts to choose which they liked the best. All chose the vat numbered 69. Sanderson’s VAT69 became the premier grade blend of Sanderson’s. North British Distillery in Gorgie Edinburgh Grain Whisky producer which is still open and working today was Established in 1885 by William Sanderson Read more about the Sanderson dynasty on https://leithlocalhistorysociety.org.uk/william-sanderson-son-ltd/ Corn Exchange Leith Edinburgh The Corn Exchange building was built in 1861 marketing hall to deal with the sale and purchase of agricultural goods. The building has a frieze which runs down the Constitution Street side of the building which depicts cherubs at work in the agricultural services. The frieze was sculpted by John Rhind. West Bowling Green Street Bridge Leith Edinburgh William Beatson was the engineer that built the bridge in west Bowling Green Street in 1886. It is a Single span bridge with a single cobbled road which spans the Water of Leith. The road is now pedestrian only and can be accessed from The Quilts or west Bowling Green Street. Leith Fort Leith Edinburgh Leith fort was designed by James Craig of Edinburgh and the Fort was constructed in 1780. The Royal Artillery occupied the fort in 1793. The Fort was increased in size during the Napoleonic War to accommodate French prisoners. Leith Fort saw no action and was man with a battalion until 1957. A that remains of the fort is part of the walls and the two gate houses. There are also a number of canon still on site. Norwegian Seaman’s Church Leith Norwegian Seaman’s Church Leith was built in 1868 by Johan Storjohn a divinity graduate from Bergen Norway who arrived in Edinburgh in 1863 and could not find a church for Scandinavian people. At the time there were many Scandinavian sailors as the whaling fleet of Christian Salvesen was registered in Leith. Norwegian King Olav V visited the church in 1962. Miracle at Sea Norwegian Church Leith “Vim Stone” In the Garden of the Church is a stone named the “Vim Stone”. The stone was named after a Norwegian ship which ran aground in 1937 and was letting in water and would have sunk with loss of life. The rocks the ship hit, part broke off and plugged the hole and saved the ship, which finished its journey to Leith. . The sailors on the ship removed the rock fragment and took it to the church, where it can be seen in the garden to this day. The inscription reads DENNE STEN FRA NORGES BUNN BRAGTE ‘VIM’ SOM GIKK PA GRUNN David Kilpatrick Public School Leith Memorial Stone David Kilpatrick School was built between 1913 and 1915 and was first used as a barracks before becoming a school in 1919, which it was its original purpose. The inscription on the memorial stone reads: “David Kilpatrick” Public School, Leith. The Memorial Stone of this public school was laid on 27th September 1913 by the Right Honourable R.C. Munro Ferguson P.C. L.L.D. M.P. For Leith District of Burghs members of the school board. Rev. David Kilpatrick (Chairman) Mrs. Elizabeth Logan Calder, Mr. James Murphy, Mr. J. Duncan Cran, Rev. M. O’Reilly, Mrs. Janet Cruickshank, Rev. James M. Stott M.A., Mr. James Dempster, Mr. Thomas Scott, Mr. John Garden, Mr. Wm. L. Sharp, Miss Clarice M. McNab, Mr George W. Tait S.S.C. Mr Frank J. Trotter, clerk and treasurer, Mr George Craig, licentiate, R.I.B.A., architect. The building was ready for occupancy on 1st September, 1915; but owing to the premises being required for military purposes in connection with the great European war, they were not fully utilised for educational work until 2nd September 1919. Leith Town Hall Complex Leith Town Hall Complex consists of Thomas Morton Hall a venue that holds upto 200 people. The Theatre which concerts and weddings are held plus the public Library building. Thomas Morton Hall Leith Thomas Morton was born in Leith in October 1781 and became a shipbuilder. Opening his own company. In 1818 Thomas Morton was the inventor of the slipway, a way to haul ships in and out of the water. Thomas Morton lived at 1 Pilrig Place Leith. He died in 1832 and is buried in South Leith church burial grounds. The hall that is part of the Town Hall Complex was named in his memory. Leith Theatre The Leith Theatre complex was a gift fro Edinburgh Council when Leith became a part of Edinburgh in 1920. After many years of building the theatre opened in 1932. With the complex being bombed in 1941 the theatre did not open again until 1961 when renovations and rebuild was complete. The theatre building now operates by a trust and is a creative hub for all. Leith Public Library The Library was built in 1929 and bombed in 1941 then rebuilt and opened in 1955. Mount Falcon Battery Site Leith Edinburgh This is said to be where Officer Falcon had an artillery battery in the siege of Leith in 1560 prior to the French disregarding Leith du to Mary Queen of Scots intervention. Leith Provident Buildings Leith Edinburgh The Leith Provident Co-operative Society built their first department store in 1911 on Great Junction Street Leith Gurdwara Nanak Leith Edinburgh The first Sikh families to arrive in Edinburgh were in 1958 from the Punjab. The Sikh place of worship is a Gurdwara and the first Gurdwara was a house in Leith in 1964. In 1976 the present Gurdwara was opened at 1 Sheriff Brae Edinburgh. Previous to the Gurdwara it was St Thomas’s Church which was built in 1843. The Sikh religion was founded by Guru Nanak, he was born in 1469 A.D. It is believed that the Sikh religion was first preached in 1496 in the Punjab by Guru Nanak. Dr Andrew Bell School Leith Edinburgh Dr Bell's School Junction Street Leith was built in 1838 and acquired by Leith school board in 1882 from the Bell Trust. Dr Andrew Bell founded schools worldwide using the educational system that he founded. Andrew Bell was born in St Andrews in 1753. He became a Scottish Episcopalian priest and teacher who pioneered the Madras System of Education. He was founder of The Madras College St Andrews. More on St Andrews on www.allaboutedinburgh.co.uk/st-andrews-attractions He first was a teacher in the Americas during the 1770’s. He returned to Britain in 1871 and was a minister at Episcopal Chapel in Leith. Leith Swimming Baths Leith Edinburgh Leith swimming baths is a part of the original Bell’s School which was acquired by the Leith school board in 1896. Leith Vaults Leith Edinburgh The oldest warehouse and cellar for wine in the Leith Area is the Vaults previously known as the Black Vaults. The oldest part of the Vaults now is 1682, but were on this site much earlier possibly circa 1540. Porters’ Stone Leith Edinburgh The Porters Stone or Stingmans Plaque was originally in Tolbooth Wynd before it was moved to Sugarhouse Close Leith, then was put for safekeeping in the National Museum Edinburgh, the copy in Henderson street of the original carving 1670 gives a picture of how wines and spirits were transported from Leith. Leith was the main supplier of Wine to Edinburgh with circa 250,000 p.a. The Stingmen were the workers at the warehouse that moved the barrels of wine. Leith Improvement Scheme Memorial Stone First Artisans Dwellings Henderson Street was built as part of the Leith Improvement Scheme, a Bill which became an Act of Parliament known as the Artisans and Labourers Dwellings Act, Henderson Street was named after Dr John Henderson the lord Provost of Leith from 1875 to 1881 The area Henderson street was built on was previously over a dozen close’s which had terrible living conditions. Leith Links First Written Rules of Golf Leith Links is where the first rules of golf where written in 1744 for a golf tournament, 13 rules in all. There had only been 5 rules players had played to before. The oldest golf course to be mentioned in history is in fact Bruntsfield Links with the oldest golf club house the Golf Tavern. Which is where the Honourable Company of Edinburgh Golfers were first based as were the oldest golfing society the Burghers (Royal Burgess Golfing Society) incorporated in 1735. Leith Links course has the honour of the first official tournament to rules. Link - Golf Rules and History Giants’ Brae Leith Links Edinburgh The are two small hills on Leith Links which both have names, the one pictured is “Giant’s Brae” and the other is “Lady Fyfe’s Brae”, these were said to be constructed as artillery mounds dated from 1560 when the siege of Leith took place. Pilrig House Leith Area Edinburgh The original Pilrig House was owned by Sir Patrick Moneypenny and he sold the land to Gilbert Kirkwood in 1623 who rebuilt the house in 1638. The Balfour family purchased the house in 1718. James Balfour’s great-grandson was Robert Louis (Balfour) Stevenson, Robert’s father married a member of the Balfour family and his great grandfather was born in Pilrig house in 1777. The Balfour family remained in Pilrig House till 1941. In 1971 a fire destroyed the house but luckily the history of the house and owners were seen to be important enough for the house to be rebuilt and restored to its original look in 1982 when the work started and is now complete Professor John Barlow Blue Plaque Professor John Barlow eminent Quaker scientist. Professor of Anatomy and Physiology at the Royal Veterinary College Edinburgh. He was a highly respected member of the Edinburgh scientific community. Much loved member of the Religious Society of Friends. Husband of Eliza Nicholson (1813-1894) and father of Alfred (1851-1899). He was a leading Quaker pacifist and first manager of the Bourneville Village Trust. John Henry Barlow (1855-1924) lived here 1851-1856. Next - Leith Shore Edinburgh

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Canongate Southside has many attractions and historic buildings. Kilwinning Freemasons Lodge where Robert Burns attended. The Poetry Library with free entry and the first whisky bottler Cadenheads where there are many rare whiskies. Also arts and crafts shops. Canongate South Edinburgh Attractions Canongate South Edinburgh is all the attractions, famous residents through history, the historic buildings and places to visit on the South side of the Canongate in the Royal Mile Edinburgh. This page takes you from the top of the Canongate on the south side at the White Horse Inn to the Scottish Parliament Building at the foot of the Canongate. The area around where the Palace of Holyrood House is now was once a small village called Herbergare, where the Abbey of Holyrood was built and was given to the monks by King David I in 1128 and a road that extended from Herbergare, to the Nether Bow Port was known as Canon gait. Canongate Southside Gullan’s Close Gibb's Entry Pirrie's Close Chessel’s Court Plainstane Close Weir’s Close Playhouse Close Old Playhouse Close St John’s Pend St John’s Street Sugarhouse Close Bakehouse Close Wilson’s Court Cooper’s Close Crichton’s Close Bull’s Close Reid’s Close Vallence’s Entry Canongate South Edinburgh Attractions The White Horse Inn Canongate Royal Mile Edinburgh The White Horse Inn is the oldest Inn in the Canongate Edinburgh with the stables at the rear with entry from Gullan’s Close. The coaches left from what was known as Boyd’s Inn. The other entrance for the coaches and horses was from Boyd’s Entry a short distance down St Mary’s Wynd, Boyd’s Inn, was the starting point the long journey by coach to London. The main dropping off point for the coaches from London was Boyd’s Close off Boyd’s Entry, at the back of the White Horse Inn. The White Horse Inn was the place that runaway couples from England came to be married and many weddings were carried out here. Boyd’s 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 sold the White Horse Inn in 1776 to retire. Gullan’s Close Canongate Royal Mile Edinburgh 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 was previously Halliburton’s Close and James Boyd the Innkeeper owned property on the west side of Halliburton’s Close(White Horse Inn) (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). The White Horse Inn was also famous for runaway couples from England that wished to marry. It was also the Start and finish to the coach trip to and from London. Gullan’s Close named after James Gullan who had stables led to the Stables where the coaches and Horses for the London coach journey where stabled. (100 horses and 20 carriages). Gibb’s Close Canongate Royal Mile Edinburgh Gibb’s Close named after Robert Gibb who had stables at the foot of Halliburton’s Close. One of the residents of Gibb’s close was Constantine Burke the brother of the murderer William Burke and this was the place the murder of Mary Paterson took place. Her body was transported to Dr Knox who paid for the body for his experiments. Burke and Hare resided in Tanner’s Close (Portsburgh) in the West Port in a lodging House the place they carried out many of their evil deeds. Pirrie’s Close Canongate Royal Mile Edinburgh Pirrie’s Close or as on old maps, Perries Close, were the lands of Elizabeth Murray and Alexander Pirie and the Pirie family stayed here for generations and Thomas Pirrie built a Brewery in the Close. Pirrie’s Close was once called Fuird’s Close after Alexander and John Fruid and their descendants. The Close was first Known as Kinnaird’s Close and was then sold to Alexander Fuird. Chessel’s Court Canongate Royal Mile Edinburgh Chessel’s Court was built in 1748 as mansion apartments for the architect Archibald Chessel and in 1769 became the Excise Office and was the scene of an armed robbery in 1788 by the notorious William Deacon Brodie and his gang. The robbery failed and Deacon Brodie was eventually caught and executed on the gallows in the High Street that he designed. To the Left of Chessel’s Court once ran Plain Stone Close (Plainstane Close). The plaque has been attached to a wall on the right side. Details of all the closes from the past can be seen on maps held by the National Library of Scotland link to get you there fast. Plainstane Close was named as the close had been paved. http://maps.nls.uk Weir’s Close Canongate Royal Mile Edinburgh Weir’s Close Royal Mile Canongate Edinburgh was the home of George Chalmers founder of Chalmers Hospital which opened to patients in 1864 on the lower floors the upper floors were opened to fee paying patients in 1872. The plaque reads; In proud and grateful memory of George Chalmers 1773 - 1838 Master Plumber who lived and worked near this site. Founder of Chalmers Hospital Old Playhouse Close Canongate Royal Mile Edinburgh Old Playhouse Close Royal Mile Canongate Edinburgh was the entrance to the Playhouse Theatre where famous actors, actresses, singers and performers would ply their trade from 1747 – 1767. The tragedy DOUGLAS was first performed here in 1756 written by John Home minister and playwright. On the Lintel above the door of the tenement to the east in the close the inscription reads; AJ JEHOVA DEDIT | HOSPITIUM TERRIS CAELICA REGNA DABIT | ANNO JS James Laidlaw Maxwell James Laidlaw Maxwell, MA MD. Was born on 18th March 1836 in the Canongate. He was a pioneer missionary of Taiwan Laidlaw established Taiwan's Qiho Medical Clinic and the Fucheng Presbyterian Hospital which became the Sin-Lau Hospital the first western medical hospital. He was first to translate the New Testament into Taiwanese in 1873, he died in 1921. Saint John’s Cross Canongate Royal Mile Edinburgh The cross of St John marks the spot on the Royal Mile Canongate Edinburgh where the boundary between Edinburgh and the Burgh of the Canongate was and also marks where the original St. John’s Cross was positioned. Moved to allow carriages which were becoming more popular to pass up and down the street. St John’s Pend Canongate Royal Mile Edinburgh. The Knights of St John had their houses in this area. Go through the Archway which was created in 1767 and you will find the Masonic Lodge Canongate Kilwinning No 2 and the oldest masonic chapel in the world. This is where Robert Burns was affiliated and was crowned Poet Laureate. The archway below the Moray House tablet takes you to St John’s Street, also known as St John’s Pend this is where the first known masonic lodge was sited,(St John’s Lodge) date unknown. There are other Lodges that also claim to be the first lodge by way of minutes of meetings, but St John’s name has been synonymous with this area since the early 1500s. It is believed that the name was first used by the Knights of St John of Jerusalem who held property in this area. The entrance to the Canongate was built in 1768 and the houses in St John’s Street were occupied by noble families. On the west side was Canongate Lodge and Lodge Kilwinning No 2 further down was the mansion of Lord Wemyss and the nearest to the south back of Canongate (now Holyrood Road) was the Royal Maternity Hospital which was founded in 1835. On the east side of St John’s Street lived No1 Sir Charles Preston, No 3 Lord Blantyre, No 5 The Earl of Dalhousie, No 8 Andrew Carmichael last Earl of Hyndford, No 10 James Ballantyne (partner and confidant of Sir Walter Scott) This is where Walter Scott would discuss his forthcoming novels. Finally No 13 Lord Monboddo, a Judge and Linguist a friend of Robert Burns and David Hume and a well-known figure in all Edinburgh. This plaque reads; This Building now a part of | Moray House College was | erected 1755 and restored 1955. This plaque reads; ST JOHN’S PEND | THE KNIGHT’S OF ST JOHN | HAD THEIR HOUSES IN THIS | DISTRICT | THE ENTRANCE TO THE STREET | WAS BUILT IN 1763 | HOUSES OCCUPIED BY FAMOUS | FAMILIES AND OCCASIONALLY | BY SMOLLETT Tobias George Smollett Canongate Plaque Edinburgh This wall tablet reads; Tobias George Smollett | 1721 – 1771 | Stayed here at the house | of his sister Mrs Telfer | During the summer of 1766 St John’s Land Plaque Canongate Royal Mile Edinburgh This wall tablet reads; This fine example of an 18th century Edinburgh tenement was erected by the Earls of Hopetoun who also built Hopetoun House. It remained in residential use until Moray House acquired the building in 1956 and installed classrooms, staff students and a fully equipped proscenium theatre. Tobias Smollett the novelist stayed with his sister in a flat which is now part of the theatre stage. It was here in 1766 that he wrote his last novel, “Humphry Clinker” in which tenement life is fully described. The building was originally six storeys high but today only five storeys are above ground. It takes its name from the adjoining St John’s Masonic Lodge. James Boswell was once president of the lodge and Robert Burns attended its meetings during his visit to Edinburgh in 1787-88. Masonic Lodge Canongate Kilwinning No.2 St John’s Street Royal Mile Edinburgh The Lodge Canongate, Kilwinning has had many famous brothers, Robert Burns the Poet and John Napier the inventor of the logarithms. At the first gate on the right entering from the Canongate, above a black door on the lintel, can be seen the words SAINT JOHN’S LODGE. The next building is Lodge Kilwinning No 2 this is named after the original lodge in Ayrshire which dates back to the building of Kilwinning Abbey in 1140, however the Abbey of Holyrood built in 1124, was also linked to the Freemasons and is older. The difference is, Lodge Mother Kilwinning in Ayrshire issued charters and warrants to Lodges wishing the privileges of freemasonry. In the High Street Hyndford’s Close (St David’s Lodge) is where Sir Walter Scott became a mason. Sir Godfrey Hilton Thomson Moray House College Canongate Royal Mile Edinburgh Sir Godfrey Hilton Thomson was an educational psychologist and the director of studies at Moray House College for 26 years and a pioneer of educational testing. Sir Godfrey Thomson’s plaque can be found in St John’s Pend in Canongate, Royal Mile, and Edinburgh. Sir Godfrey Thomson led the only IQ test to be held in Scotland testing took place in 1932 and 1947 of all 11 year old children. Lodge Canongate Canongate Royal Mile Edinburgh The first Lodge to request a charter was the Lodge Canongate. This was granted in December 1677 and is the first known example in the world of a Lodge being granted a Charter by an existing Lodge. The Chapel of St John is the oldest purpose built masonic meeting room in the world. The first Grand Lodge of Scotland was Lodge Canongate Kilwinning in 1735. The Head Office of the Grand Lodge of Scotland is at 96 George Street Edinburgh. The Lodge of Edinburgh (St Mary’s Chapel) No 1 has the oldest recorded meeting minutes dating back to 1598 and is still in existence in Hill Street Edinburgh today. James Laidlaw Maxwell James Laidlaw Maxwell, MA MD. Was born on 18th March 1836 in the Canongate. He was a pioneer missionary of Taiwan Laidlaw established Taiwan's Qiho Medical Clinic and the Fucheng Presbyterian Hospital which became the Sin-Lau Hospital the first western medical hospital. He was first to translate the New Testament into Taiwanese in 1873, he died in 1921. Old Moray House Old Moray House was built in the early 1600s. It is now a group of three buildings and a courtyard. The Regent’s House to the east was built before the mid-1600s and the new house to the south was built in 1755. Take a walk through the gates to see the buildings. The Moray House College has been on this site since 1848 and became Moray House College of Education in 1959. After merging with other colleges it is now part of the University of Edinburgh. Moray House was originally a mansion House built circa 1620 for Mary, Dowager Countess of Home. She was to host many famous dignitaries. Oliver Cromwell stayed when his army were in occupation of Holyroodhouse during his sacking of Edinburgh circa 1650. Due to the position of the balcony, the Marquis of Argyll and his party reportedly jeered the captured Royalist James Graham, 1st Marquis of Montrose, as he was paraded to his execution in 1650. An execution which Argyll met a few years later. The Cottage or Summer House on your right as you enter the gates is believed to be where the 1707 Act of Union between Scotland and England was signed. St John's Street Church The Church at the foot of St John’s Street west side was built on land owned by the Earl of Wemyss in 1882 to accommodate the congregation which worshipped in St Giles’ Cathedral. Building is now empty. Sugarhouse Close Canongate Royal Mile Edinburgh Sugarhouse Close with the archway to the sugar refinery to allow carts to carry the loads of sugar. The sugar refinery started circa 1750 and continued for over 100 years. In 1858 it became the site of the Holyrood brewery owned by William Younger & Co (William Younger and Co merged with William McEwan to become Scottish Brewers in 1931) the Holyrood Brewery closed in 1986 and the land was sold in 1990. Holyrood Brewery stretched from Gentle’s Close further down the Canongate to Sugarhouse Close). Bakehouse Close Canongate Royal Mile Edinburgh Bakehouse Close is a representation of a House of the 17th Century Canongate, Acheson House within the close was the residence of Sir Archibald Acheson and Margaret Hamilton from 1633 when it was built, it then was passed on to his son George Acheson. The Canongate became the area the wealthy of Edinburgh moved to as the Edinburgh Closes and Wynds were overpopulated, smelly and noisy. Bakehouse Close was used in the Outlander series, and runs under Huntly House next to Edinburgh Museum. Acheson House Bakehouse Close Canongate Royal Mile Edinburgh Acheson House was built in 1633 as a townhouse for Sir Archibald Acheson, who died a year later in 1634. Archibald Acheson was knighted by James I in 1620, made secretary of state for Scotland in 1627 during the reign of Charles I and a baronet of Nova Scotia in 1628. Acheson house was restored by the Marquess of Bute when he purchased the property from Edinburgh council in 1935 to save it from demolition. Huntly House Canongate Royal Mile Edinburgh Attraction In 1825 in the ‘Traditions of Edinburgh’ Robert Chambers calls Huntly House the ‘SPEAKING HOUSE’ because of the Latin inscriptions on the building’s exterior walls. There are five inscriptions, the original four inscriptions are from the 16th century and one added on renovation in the late 1920s early 1930s. The museum was housed in Huntly House before an extension was built where the entrance is now. The Building was originally the Marquis of Huntly’s House. Take a walk round and see the Scottish silver, pictures of old Edinburgh and maps of the building of the New Town. Free entry Huntly Hous Museum The Five Inscriptions on Stone carvings of the wall of Huntly House Canongate Royal Mile Edinburgh Read; THERE IS ANOTHER HOPE OF LIFE I AM OLD BUT RENEW MY YOUTH 1932 AS THOU ART MASTER OF MY TONGUE TO A STEADFAST HEART. MORTAL AFFAIRS ARE A SHADOW SO I AM MASTER OF MY EARS TODAY FOR ME TOMORROW FOR YOU 1570 Museum Of Edinburgh Canongate Royal Mile Edinburgh You will find the Museum of Edinburgh in the Canongate. Inside the museum tells the story of Edinburgh from prehistoric times to the present day. Displays illustrate life in the Old and New Towns from the 1760s. Home to important collections of Edinburgh history, exhibits include Grayfriars Bobby’s collar, the National Covenant signed in 1638, and Scottish pottery. Museum of Edinburgh Wilson’s Court Canongate Royal Mile Edinburgh Wilson’s Court found between Bakehouse Close and Cooper’s Close was once circa 1650 A sandstone quarry which was filled in and a tenement now stands. Surrounding the court Holyrood Brewery was built. Andrew Berwick established a Brewery in Gentle’s Close circa 1820 which extended to around Cooper’s Close and Wilson’s Close. Wilson’s Close was named after a William Wilson who owned land in 1778 His three sons all immigrated to the West Indies as did one of his daughters who married a John Hamilton of Tobago. Philip the eldest son also of Tobago inherited the land in 1782 and later sold it to Alexander Gordon in 1796. Cooper’s Close Canongate Royal Mile Edinburgh Cooper’s Close was named after a wealthy merchant and engraver Richard Cooper in 1749 and owned further property in the High street. He also sold land to James Gentle of Gentle’s Close. The Cooper family has a connection to the close as a Margaret Cooper lived here in the 1840s Later Cooper’s Close was where the barrels were made and supplied to the breweries. Positioned in the middle of the Holyrood Brewery site. The first Brewery was at Holyrood Abbey and moved to the site of Horse Wynd now where the Scottish Parliament Stands. A Cooper is a skilled tradesman who makes or repairs casks and barrels for Breweries. Crichton’s Close Canongate Royal Mile Edinburgh Crichton’s Close when studying old maps (1813) of the Canongate seems to be on the site of the Carfrae Coach works of East Lothian a respected coach builder. In a earlier map (1765) the same site is named Crichton’s Coach works a possible clue to the Close’s name. The Close was named after Alexander Crichton Coach builder circa 1760. John Carfrae had purchased the coach works by 1799 and his son Thomas was still running the business in 1832. Scottish Poetry Library Canongate Royal Mile Edinburgh The Scottish Poetry Library can be found in Crichton’s Close in the Canongate. One of only three Poetry Libraries in the United Kingdom. Started in Tweeddale Court in the High Street in 1984 and moved to its present home in June 1999. The Library has the largest collection of Poems in Scotland and if you are looking for the poem for a loved one or special occasion, you will find it here. There is a shop. Entry and use of the Poetry Library is Free. Do not go past go in and find the poem that reflects who you are. This is the only purpose built poetry Library in Europe and possible the world. Founder Tessa Ransford Plaque Inscription reads; SIC ITUR AD ASTRA (Thus one journeys to the stars) The New Scottish Poetry Library Ist Aug 1997 Poetry Library Bull’s Close Canongate Royal Mile Edinburgh Bull’s Close extended from the Canongate to the South Back of Canongate now known as Holyrood Road and was part of the land owned by the Holyrood Brewery (Scottish Brewers). Close named after one of its many owners a Robert Bull many wealthy owners when purchasing property (land) change the close’s name to their own. John Carfrae also owned houses in the Close which had access to his Coach works in Crichton Close. Milton House School Canongate Royal Mile Edinburgh Milton House School was built circa 1885 to educate the children of the Canongate area. The School was built on the site of Milton House, named after Lord Milton, (Andrew Fletcher) a famous judge of his time circa 1756 for who the house was built by the designer John Adam elder brother of the more famous architect Robert Adam. John Adam commission 4 wall panels for the original Milton Boarding School by William Delacour who died in Edinburgh 1767. Nisbet of Dirleton’s House 82-84 Royal Mile Canongate Edinburgh 82 – 84 Canongate was Nisbet of Dirleton’s House. The house with shop was originally built in 1624 by Lord Dirleton, Sir John Nisbet the Lord Advocate. A typical entrance stone to a 17th Century building. Nisbet of Dirleton’s House Stone Lintel above door with translation in brackets PAX (PEACE) INTRATIBUS (ENTERED) NISI DOMINS FRUSTRA (EXCEPT THE LORD IN VAIN) SALUS (SALVATION) EXEUNTIBUS (DEPARTING) Reid’s Close Canongate Royal Mile Edinburgh Reid’s Close named after Andrew Reid Brewer circa 1770 had a common entrance from the Canongate with Haddington Close (Earl of Haddington built a house here circa 1790) with separate entrances from Back of the Canongate south (Holyrood Road) Bailie Reid’s Close or Reid’s Close was the site of a new brewery opened by the Berwick’s circa 1860, on the site of their malting’s which operated for several years. They then sold it circa 1870 when it changed its name to the Reid’s Close Brewery. Reid’s Close is at the west side of the Scottish Parliament Building on the Canongate and is a quick way to get to Our Dynamic Earth at Holyrood Gait. Dynamic Earth Holyrood Gait Royal Mile Edinburgh Dynamic Earth is a science centre in Edinburgh. The centre opened in 1999. The building’s structure consists of a steel mast-supported membrane stretched over a steel skeleton. Dynamic Earth takes you on a journey through our planet’s past, present and future, with interactive exhibits and impressive technology, including a 4D and 3D experience. Beginning with the Big Bang, children and adults alike can witness the creation of the Earth, follow the planet through its evolution and even catch glimpses of the earth’s future. The best way by foot to get to Our Dynamic Earth is down Reid’s Close of the Canongate Royal Mile or by car Down Holyrood Road from the west and past the Palace of Holyrood House from the east. Dynamic Earth Vallence’s Entry Canongate Royal Mile Edinburgh Vallence’s Entry was named after Adam Vallange who owned land here. Once named Valentine’s Entry circa 1830 Adam Vallange was a barber by trade and his land stood next to the Duke of Queensberry’s Land. Queensberry House Canongate Royal Mile Edinburgh The Duke of Queensberry resided in a stately mansion till his death in 1695 and his family continued residence until 1803. At that time it was changed into a hospital and in 1834 it became a refuge for the poor. In 1945 it became and Old peoples home and in 1997 the Scottish government closed the home and moved the residents to enable the Scottish Parliament building to be constructed. On the Pavement of the Canongate between Vallance’s Entry and Queensberry House is the Canongate Wellhead dated 1817. This would have been where the residence of the canongate would get their drinking water. The wealthy land owners would have caddies to fetch water from the wellhead to their houses. Scottish Parliament Building Wall On this land previous to the parliament Building, after Queensberry House, stood four close’s Cumming’s Close, Thomson’s Close, Penman’s Close and Charter’s Close. In Horse Wynd was a Brewery and prior to that was Lothian Hut a mansion House built by William Lothian 3rd Marquis of Lothian in 1750. The Lothian Hut (mansion House) was demolished in 1825 the last occupant being Dugald Stewart a Scottish philosopher and mathematician joint founder of the Royal Society of Edinburgh 1783. He was born in Edinburgh on the 22 November 1753 and died 11 June 1828. A memorial to Dugald Stewart stands on Calton Hill Edinburgh. Canongate Parliament Wall Plaques There are 22 plaques with a proverb or verse on the wall (20/02/2026) Andrew Fletcher Jackie Kay Norman MacCai Hugh MacDiarmid Hamish Henderson Next - Abbey Strand Attractions

Cowgate Grassmarket was the road in to Edinburgh from the east. This was the way the farmers brought their stock to market Now it is the hub of pubs, restaurants, accommodation, within walking distance of all the attractions, historic sites and Royal Mile attractions and Edinburgh Castle. Cowgate Attractions Edinburgh Cowgate Grassmarket Edinburgh was the road in to Edinburgh from the east. previously the south Loch before drained circa 1300. Named after the gate in the Flodden wall that surrounded Edinburgh. The Gate was the way the farmers brought their stock (Cow's) to market. Through the Cow gate of the City Wall (Flodden Wall). Now it is the hub of pubs, restaurants, clubs accommodation, within walking distance of all the attractions, historic sites, Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. There are some places that still exist in the Cowgate from Edinburgh's History; The Magdalen Chapel, James Connolly birthplace, St Patrick's Church, One of George Heriot's Schools, Tailors Hall, The first bridge to spa the Cowgate (South Bridge), the vaults created by the bridge that once were used as shops The history of Edinburgh is vast and I have hopefully given a good account of it on this site. Cowgate Port + St Mary’s Port St Mary’s Port across the Pleasance from Heriot’s Hospital to a building at the head of Back of Canongate South (now Holyrood Road). Cowgate Port across the Cowgate from Heriot’s Hospital to buildings on North of Cowgate. Heriot’s Hospital (School) Cowgate Edinburgh Heriot’s Hospital (School) a building on the corner of the Cowgate and Pleasance in Edinburgh. It was built after the wall and Cowgate Port were removed for development and it is possible the stone from the wall and port were used to build the Hospital (school). This building is still standing originally built between 1838, the clock face has a date of 1840 and on the front of the building is an inscription George Heriot's | Hospital | School | 1838. This one of seven schools opened by the governors of Heriot’s school to give free education to poor children throughout the city. St Patrick's R.C. Cowgate Edinburgh St Patrick’s Edinburgh was built in 1774. It was first Presbyterian then Episcopal and finally in 1856 it opened as a Catholic church to serve the growing Irish community in Edinburgh. There were reported to be 2600 attend the first service. In 1869 Canon Edward Hannan established the Catholic Young Men’s Society (CYMS) and started a football team to help the Irish Catholic community from Edinburgh’s Southside mix with the larger Edinburgh Catholic community. It was decided after many different names were rejected that the football club should be named Hibernian after the Roman name for Ireland. The Hibernian Football Club have been a part of Edinburgh sporting history ever since. Cardinal Beaton Cowgate Edinburgh Cardinal David Beaton’s Palace At the south west corner of Blackfriars Wynd and the boundary of the Cowgate stood the Archbishops Palace at the foot of Toddrick’s Wynd. Built in an L shape with a Porte-cochere giving access to a courtyard at the back. James (Bethune) Beaton lived here. The next resident was David Beaton nephew of James the Archbishop. The next to be resident was the High School of Edinburgh (Grammar Skule) prior to the new school building being completed where Blackfriars Monastery once stood. In February 1567 Mary Queen of Scots with her court went to the Cardinals Palace, where she had super before returning to Holyrood. This was the night Bothwell and accomplices made their way down Toddrick’s Wynd to Kirk o Field. The night Lord Darnley was murdered at Kirk o Field. The Palace and grounds were divided into lots where mostly poor Irish immigrants lived. Cardinal Beaton Plaque Cowgate Edinburgh David Beaton was born in 1494 and died in 1546. On 20 December 1539 David Beaton was made a Cardinal by Pope Paul III. Cardinal Beaton became a regent for Mary Queen of Scots and appointed himself the Chancellor of Scotland in 1543. He was disliked by most but was in favour with the royals of both France and Britain. He had many mistresses and 20 illegitimate children. He was arrested for fraud and the cause of the rough wooing, Henry the VIII invasion of Scotland. First Printing Press Black Knight This plaque donates the place where the first printing of a book in Scotland took place. The printers Walter Chepman and Andrew Myllar printed the first book in 1508 after being granted a licence by King (James IV) a year earlier. The printers stood in the Cowgate at the foot of Blackfriars Street near to Cardinal Beaton’s House. Robert Louis Stevenson Plaque Cowgate Edinburgh “To look over the South Bridge and see the Cowgate below full of crying hawkers, is to view one rank of society from mother in a twinkling of an eye”. Robert Louis Stevenson 1878. The plaque can be found on the wall of the Rowantree a Venue in the Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1NN near the South Bridge. South Bridge Bridges over Cowgate The South Bridge was constructed circa 1788, due to the ground and valleys the bridge was constructed with 19 arches. The arch that spans the Cowgate is the only one that is visible. Underground can be seen vaults that were made due to the bridge. The vaults were occupied by tradesmen, shops and taverns the first underground shopping mall. Due to the conditions of the vaults with lack of light and air, the vaults were soon abandoned. Cowgate to St Mary’s Street Cowgate to George IV Bridge Underground Vaults The South Bridge was constructed circa 1788 due to the ground and valleys the bridge was constructed with 19 arches. The arch that spans the Cowgate is the only one that is visible. Underground can be seen vaults that were made due to the bridge. The vaults were occupied by tradesmen, shops and taverns the first underground shopping mall. This did not last due to the conditions of the vaults with lack of light and air, the vaults were soon abandoned. It is not known when the vaults complex was closed down, with some suggesting as early as c. 1835 and others as late as c. 1875. Written records regarding the vaults during their slum use are virtually non-existent. There are areas within The Caves that are the building remains of what was Adam Square, which was demolished to make way for the erection of the South Bridge. The original terracotta floor tiles, a hearth stone, and what remains of a fireplace, were found in one of the rooms within The Caves whilst it was being excavated. In another room, within The Caves, a well was found. South Bridge started in 1785, when the 19 arches to support it were built. The vaults, chambers and tunnels underneath it were walled in and sectioned off the descending levels. By 1788, when South Bridge was officially opened, approximately 120 vaults, or rooms, were ready. 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. Free Cowgate Church (Stramash) Church built in 1859, was built by Edinburgh architect Patrick Wilson. The panel above the door reads; 'Erected and endowed from funds bequeathed by William Whyte Edinburgh MDCCCLXI’. Guthrie Street | College Wynd Guthrie Street was built to replace College Wynd and was named after Dr Thomas Guthrie the founder of the first Ragged School in 1841, which can be seen in Ramsay Lane of Castlehill Royal Mile Edinburgh. Guthrie Street is a link between Chambers Street and the Cowgate Edinburgh. There are steps from Chamber Street to Guthrie Street which was previously West College Street before Chamber Street was built. Walter Scott was born in College Wynd which was demolished and replaced with modern housing. The plaque can be seen on the wall at the corner of Guthrie Street and Chambers Street is to signify the location of the house where Sir Walter Scott was born in August 1771. Walter Scott's Birthplace Stone Guthrie Street Edinburgh Old Fishmarket Close Swift’s Wynd Carmichael's Close The Fish market was one of the casualties of the Great 1824 fire as it was destroyed. This close was originally known as Swift's Wynd a narrow street joining the Cowgate to High Street, the name recorded as far back as 1539. Alexander Swift owned a cellar at the head of the close and John Swift, a tenement. It then became Carmichael's Close in 1722 after Mr William Carmichael, advocate that lived there with his family. It was later renamed Fishmarket Close due to the fish market that was once active there. George Heriot known as “Jinglin’ Geordie”, the kings Jeweller and the founder of George Heriot’s Hospital (school), also lived in the close. This was also a close that housed the first firefighting appliance. At the foot of the Close on the west side was a property that was provided by the Council for the executioner. This gave the executioner easy access to both the Lawnmarket and Grassmarket place of Execution by hanging or beheading. The house also provided a prison room for the condemned on the night before their demise. Cowgate Tailors Hall Tailor's Hall Cowgate Edinburgh The Incorporation of Tailors of the Canongate records go back as far as 1438 (National records of Scotland). The incorporation of Tailors purchased land in the Cowgate in 1620. The site was where they built their meeting hall which was completed by the next year. In February 1638 a draft copy of the National Covenant was approved in the Tailor’s Hall with signatures from over 200 clergy. It was changed into a Playhouse, circa 1725 the building purchased 1755 and was extended in 1757 by the Argyle Brewery by the way of an upper floor. The buildings are now a bar and accommodation.. The National Covenant was first signed at Greyfriars churchyard Edinburgh on the 28th of February 1638 before travelling the country for signatures. George IV Bridge Spanning Cowgate Edinburgh The George IV Bridge was completed in 1832 which started from the Lawnmarket and was a continuation of Bank Street and the Mound. Many houses and closes were demolished to make way for the bridges to enable easy connections to south Edinburgh. The offices of the Merchants Company of Edinburgh was where the arch of the George IV Bridge stands now. This was where the first ladies school was established by a gift from Mary Erskine in 1694, known as the Merchant Maiden Hospital. James Connolly Birthplace James Connolly was born in Edinburgh at 107 Cowgate on 5 June 1868. The first time he stood on Irish soil was as a British soldier at the age of fourteen. He was the secretary of the Scottish Socialist Federation in 1892 aged 24. He also founded the Irish Socialist Republican Party whose aims were to secure the national and economic freedom of the Irish people. He started a weekly newspaper, the Workers’ Republic and the first publication was issued in August of 1898. At the age of 46 in 1914 he became Acting General Secretary of Irish Transport and General Workers Union. He formed an Anti-War Committee and as the leader he Committed the Labour movement to oppose recruitment and conscription to the British Army ‘we serve neither King nor Kaiser, but Ireland’. When the Secret military council of the I.R.B. Decided on an armed rising in 1916, Connolly took part in the preparations and in 1916 he had become convinced that a nationalist revolution was the only way to free Ireland from what he saw as imperial and capitalist oppression. He was sentenced to death for his part in the uprising and was executed in Kilmainham Jail Dublin 12 May 1916. Merchants of Edinburgh – Merchant Maidens Hospital Merchant Company of Edinburgh The Merchant Company of Edinburgh was established in 1681. The previous name was the Guidry before it became a society. Their first meeting hall was in the Cowgate Edinburgh and they then moved to Hunter Square before moving to its final home of Hanover Street. The Merchant Company was a watch dog for Edinburgh looking after the concerns and needs of the people. Over time the wealthy would leave their estates to be administered by the Merchant Company by way of a trust. This resulted in with well-judged investments the Merchant Company become the largest land owners in Scotland. The Merchant Company in 1694 with a donation from Mary Erskine a widow, which established Mary Erskine School. With other donations and bequests and trusts, further education facilities were opened, George Watson’s College in 1741, George Watson was an accountant, and merchant banker and the first accountant of the Bank of Scotland, James Gillespie’s High School in 1803, James Gillespie was a local Tobacconist in the High Street Edinburgh and Daniel Stewart held an appointment in the Court of Exchequer, Daniel Stewart’s College in 1855 which is now ESMS (Erskine, Stewart, Melville Schools). John Watson’s School in built in 1828 at 75 Belford Road next to the Dean Cemetery. The Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce was established as an off shoot of the Merchant’s Society of Edinburgh in 1786. Magdalen Chapel Cowgate The Magdalen Chapel was built by Michael Macquhane and his wife Michael died in 1537 and his wife managed the completion of the chapel in 1542. The Magdalen Chapel was a chapel and Hospital for the poor. The Incorporation of Hammermen took over the running of the building in 1547. On the plaque above the door show their initials MM. JR. and the date of Janet Rynd's death 1553. The Chapel was a place of worship and also the guild Hall for the incorporation of Hammermen. The Hammermen were metal workers and tradesmen who became the trustees of the Chapel and attached building a hospital, which is now a hostel. Inside the Chapel is an amazing stain glass window which features the Royal Arms of Scotland, the Arms of Mary of Guise, Mary Queen of Scots. mother Also still in the Chapel is the Deacon of the Hammermen's Guild of Edinburgh chair which was made in 1708. There are many other artefacts from Scottish history on display in the Chapel please arrange a visit as there is much to see. Medical Missionary Society | Livingstone House Edinburgh Medical Missionary Society moved into 39 Cowgate in 1858 which was then owned by the Scottish Reformation Society. The EMMS (Edinburgh Medical Missionary Society and Livingstone Institute) rebuilt in 1877 and operated a dispensary for the local people. The building occupied from the corner of Candlemakers' Row to the Magdalen Chapel. Above the entrance on the corner are 13 carved heads. The building housed a dispensary, waiting rooms, lecture theatre, students' bedrooms (the Livingston Residence), a working men's club and 3 shops. Grapes Frog Plums Knight’s Templar Thistle Acorns English Rose Devil Cowgatehead Free Church The Gothic church was founded in 1861 with money from William Whyte’s will. William Whyte bookseller to the Queen Dowager Adelaide wife of William IV. The stone panel on the tower above the door reads; 'Erected and endowed from funds bequeathed by William Whyte Edinburgh MDCCCLXI Inside Magdalen Chapel

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Infirmary Street and High School Yards in Edinburgh are a historic place with history going back to 1230. The begings of the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh. The Anatomy Museum. Royal College of Surgeons Flodden Wall and where Lord Darnley's body was found after being murdered. Infirmary Street Lady Yester Church Lady Yester, erected the Lady Yester Church in 1647. There was a cemetery around the church and some of the tombstones and tablets still survive embedded into the boundary walls. The church was demolished in 1803. 9 Infirmary Street This is an interpretation of early 17th-century Jacobean style (1603-1625) to replace the Lady Yester church, which stood east on the present corner site area and demolished in 1803. 13 Infirmary Street The new church was built in 1804 as the Secession Chapel and opened in December 1805 as a chapel for Secessionist Presbyterians, a nonconformist group that split from the Church of Scotland it then became the Tolbooth Free Church (circa 1850) for a short time before moving to St Andrew's Square in 1858. ROYAL INFIRMARY EDINBURGH On the 06 August 1729 the first voluntary hospital in Scotland opened (Little House) in what is now Infirmary Street Edinburgh at the top of Robertson’s Close. This became the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh in 1736 in the same building. As the infirmary became too small for the volume of patients a New Royal Infirmary was built by William Adam and opened in 1741. This was one of the first infirmaries in the world. Royal Infirmary Edinburgh was founded by Alexander Monroe. (The first of a dynasty of three Monroe’s that held the Chair of Anatomy at the University of Edinburgh for a continuous 126 years (1720–1846). The 3rd Alexander Monroe (1773–1859) performed the public dissection of the murderer William Burke in 1829). The Infirmary was further extended with the Surgical Hospital opened in 1852. The building being purchased from the High School. South Bridge Primary School South Bridge Primary School 6 Infirmary Street was part of the original site of the First purpose built Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh 1741 -1884. The present School building opened in 1885 and closed as a school in 1986. It has been used by the Edinburgh council for multiple purposes and is now being renovated at a cost of approximately £4m to become the new permanent headquarters of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society and its artist hub, Fringe Central. A public baths were ALSO built on the site which is now Dovecot Studios. Inscription on plaque reads: James Syme 1833 -1869 and Joseph Lister 1869 - 1877 while regius professors of clinical surgery in the University of Edinburgh. Had charge of wards in this building. Then the Old Surgical Hospital and part of the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh Skeleton in the car park The skeleton was found in 2013 during renovations at the front of the University of Edinburgh building in Infirmary Street. This was the site of the Blackfriars Monastery then the famous Edinburgh High School where many famous names in history attended. The picture taken below was the first sight of the remains since buried, possibly over 500 years ago. This would have been the site of the Blackfriars Monastery burial ground Royal Infirmary Edinburgh and Slavery The largest contributor to the Royal Infirmary was Dr Archibald Kerr, on his death he left a 420 acre Sugar Plantation in Jamaica called Red Hill Pen. Which also included the land and the 39 enslaved people living on it. The funds were received from the rent of the Red Hill Pen between 1749 and 1892 which help fund the infirmary and the purchase of land and building the new infirmary in Lauriston Place. The foundation stone for the New Royal Infirmary was laid in 1870 and the hospital opened in 1879. Blackfriars Monastery Dominican monastery, founded in 1230 by King Alexander II, a major religious hub until it was destroyed by Protestant Reformers in 1559 over 300 years as a spiritual centre. This building was all but demolished and a High School was built in High School building constructed in 1777 and opened in 1780 and now part of the University of Edinburgh. Professor James Pillans was born in Edinburgh in April 1778. Attended the High School the University of Edinburgh, became Rector at the High School in 1810 till 1863. Died in his house at 43 Inverleith Row March 1864. It was in this building that James Pillans (1778-1864) promoter of the blackboard and invented coloured chalks. Blackfriars Monastery Orchard This is also near to where the murdered body of Mary Queen of Scot's husband, Lord Darnley, was found in 1567. The body was found in the Dominican Gardens under a tree in the orchard. A conspiracy lead by Bothwell Had gunpowder placed under the bed of Darnley, however it seems Darnley was strangled and thrown across the town wall into the gardens prior to the gunpowder exploding and destroying the house he had been in. Old High School Doorway Sir Walter Scott initials W.S. can be seen today amongst the 18th + 19th century graffiti on the walls by the entrance to what was the old high school. W.S. JFS GF WE WM GT DB OL C WATSON IR RH BLACK 1819 Surgeon's Hall In 1697, the surgeons of Edinburgh moved from their former meeting place in Dickson's Close to conduct their business in what we now refer to as Old Surgeon's Hall. This building, on the south side of Surgeon's Square, remained the home of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh until 1832, when they moved to new and more prestigious premises in Nicolson Street where there is also a museum. The Plaque on the Royal College of Surgeons Building reads; 1697 The Edinburgh surgeons moved from their meeting place in Dickson’s Close to this building. Here they conducted their business until they moved to the present Royal College of Surgeons in Nicolson Street in 1832. The other plaque is to honour Elsie Maud Inglis Graduate of the University. How Edinburgh Streets Change over the years Jamaica Street changes to North College Street and Infirmary Street Red line is City Wall Chisholm House Surgeon’s Square Edinburgh Chisholm House, was originally one of a number of houses in Surgeon’s Square. The Square was close to the old Flodden Wall. Chisholm House was built in in 1764 one of many residence for surgeons which became part of the hospital complex and now the University of Edinburgh. It was used as a hospital from 1803 until 1996. The house is named after George Chisholm, the first lecturer in Geography at Edinburgh University. Another famous name who once lived in the square was Dr Robert Knox, the surgeon that was linked with Burke and Hare. High School Yards The buildings of High School Yards were built circa 1893 and was the first municipal social housing The five-story sandstone tenements with deck access (open balconies), which provided better ventilation and hygiene for the residents. High School Yards George Heriot's Hospital (School) I n 1838 the Heriot Trust started a new project to build and run free primary schools throughout Edinburgh. These schools provided free education for the poor children in Edinburgh creating public education. You can see some of the buildings as they are designed on the the school in Lauriston Place. This building is at the end of High School Yards. George Heriot's School from Heriot Bridge in Grassmarket George Heriot Statue and George Heriot's From Lauriston Place Edinburgh Original Royal Infirmary Gates The ornamental gates carved stone gateposts of the Royal Infirmary of High School Yards (Infirmary Street) 1738 were saved and are reserved at the entrance to the University Geography building in the adjacent Drummond Street. The Plaques of Mongo Park and Charles Glover Barkla are on either side of the doorway. Mungo Park Born 1771, near Selkirk in the Scottish Borders. He Studied at the University of Edinburgh both medicine and botany. A surgeon and explorer of Africa, also and author of a book, Travels into the Interior of Africa (1797). Charles Glover Barkla Born in Widnes, Lancashire, in 1877, Nobel Prize winner Physics in 1917, Professor of Natural Philosophy at the University of Edinburgh in 1913 till his death in 1944 in Edinburgh Edinburgh Southside Attractions

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Edinburgh Running events in Edinburgh. Find a fun run a 10km road race, the Edinburgh Marathons and Runs, Meadows Marathon, the EMF 2 day event and Pretty Muddy. Edinburgh has all the different races held throughout the year. Edinburgh Marathons and Runs Road Races, Fun Runs and Charity Runs Back to Activities Edinburgh has become a city that loves to run on roads, up hills, on the track, round Arthur Seat in the mud over and under obstacles for fun or marathons for the elite athletes. Cross country or in a field. Form the Moonwalk to Pretty Muddy the ladies and girls of of ages get involved for charity the men also get their bras out once a year for the Moonwalk get their kilts on for the kilt walk and their shorts on for real running in the 10k men's road race. Want to get fit go to Cramond Beach Promenade where everyone starts a 5k run for fun or just go every week to see if you can beat your own time great place to meet other runners. That's 9.30 am every Saturday morning MARCH 2017 Meadows Marathon 5K Meadows Marathon 10K Meadows Half Marathon 21.1km Meadows Marathon 42.2km APRIL 2017 Mini Kilomathon Murrayfield Stadium 2.620 km Kilomathon Clark Road Cycle Way 6.55 km Kilomathon Ocean Terminal Edinburgh 13.1 km Great Edinburgh Run 10 Miles MAY 2017 Edinburgh Hopetoun House 10k The EMF Junior 2k The EMF Junior 5K The EMF 10K Edinburgh Half Marathon 21.1k The EMF Hairy Haggis Relay 42.195 k Team Relay Edinburgh Marathon 42.195 k JUNE Moonwalk New Moon 6.55 miles (10.55km) aged 10 + 1/2 Marathon Half Moon 21.1km Marathon Full Moon 42.2km ages 13 + Double Marathon Over The Moon 84.33km age 18 + JULY City of Edinburgh Running Festival Big Fun Run 5km SEPTEMBER North Berwick Total Warrior Obstacle Race 10km Edinburgh Pretty Muddy 5km The Edinburgh Kilt Walk The Mighty Stride 26 miles The Big Stroll 12 miles Wee Wander 5 miles NOVEMBER Men's Road Race Edinburgh 10K January Great Edinburgh Winter Run 5K

Jedburgh in the Scottish Borders where Mary Queen of Scots Lived and the birth place of Sir David Brewster principal of both Edinburgh and St Andrews Universitys, See Jedburgh Castle and Jedburgh Abbey founded in 1138. Jedburgh Attractions Scotland Jedburgh Scottish Borders Attractions Jedburgh is one of the four Abbey towns of the Scottish Borders. Jedburgh has been occupied by the English and French and has benn attacked many times through the centuries due to its position near to England. It is where Mary Queen of Scots lived for some time in a tower house which is now a museum dedicated to her life and death. Jedburgh Mercat Cross The original ancient Jedburgh mercat cross was replaced by the present cross. The remains of the original cross is a part of the stone unicorn which can be seen in Mary Queen of Scots House museum. Mary Queen of Scots House and Museum Mary Queen of Scots lived here for a period when recuperating from an illness in 1566. The tower house has been preserved as it was in the 16th century. The house holds many important documents and belongings of Mary . This House is full of the life of Mary and her demise. A museum to the life of a great Queen and a tragic end at the hands of a family member. Mary's Last Letter Mary Queen of Scots last letter Mary’s last letter is one of the most poignant ever written. It explains to the King of France, brother of her beloved first husband, that her Catholicism would not allow her to accept the stay of execution offered by Elizabeth if she agreed to renounce her faith. Mary's Last Letter Mary Queen of Scots last letter Mary’s last letter is one of the most poignant ever written. It explains to the King of France, brother of her beloved first husband, that her Catholicism would not allow her to accept the stay of execution offered by Elizabeth if she agreed to renounce her faith. Translation of Mary’s last letter from French Queen of Scotland 8 Feb 1587 Royal brother, having by God’s will, for my sins I think, thrown myself into the power of the Queen my cousin, at whose hands I have suffered much for almost twenty years. I have finally been condemned to death by her and her Estates, I have asked for papers, which they have taken away, in order that I might make my will, bit I have been unable to recover anything of use to me, or even get leave either to make my will freely or to have my body conveyed after my death, as I would wish, to your kingdom where I had the honour to be queen, your sister and former ally. Tonight, after dining, I was advised of my sentence: I am to be executed like a criminal at eight in the morning. I have not had time to give you a full account of everything that has happened, but if you will listen to my doctor and my other unfortunate servants, you will learn the truth, and how, thanks to God, I scorn death and vow that I meet it innocent of any crime, even if I were their subject. The Catholic faith and the assertion of my God given right to the English crown are the two issues on which I am condemned and yet I am not allowed to say that it is for my Catholic religion that I die, but for fear of interference with theirs. The proof of this is that they have taken away my chaplain and, although he is in the castle, I have not been able to get permission for him to come and hear my confession and give me the Last Sacrament, while they have been most insistent that I receive the consolation and instruction of their minister, brought here for that purpose. The bearer of this letter and his companions, most of them your subjects, will testify to my conduct at my hour. It remains for me to beg Your Most Christian Majesty, my brother-in-law and former ally, who has always protested your love for me, to give proof now of your goodness on all these points: firstly by charity, in paying my unfortunate servants the wages due them – this is a burden on my conscience that only you can relieve: further, by having prayer offered to God for a queen that has borne the title Most Christian, and who dies a Catholic, stripped of all her possessions. As for my son, I commend him to you in so far as he deserves, for I cannot answer for him. I have taken the liberty of sending you two precious stones, talismans against illness, trusting that you will enjoy good health and a long and happy life. Accept them from your loving sister-in-law, who, as she dies, bears witness of her warm feeling for you. Again I commend my servants to you. Give instructions, if it please you, that for my soul’s sake part of what you owe me shall be paid, and that for the sake of Jesus Christ, to whom I shall pray for you tomorrow as I die. I be left enough to found a memorial mass and give the customary alms. You’re most loving and most true sister, Mary R To the Most Christian King and brother and former ally. Jedburgh Abbey Jedburgh Abbey was founded in 1138 by David I as an Augustinian priory. A church or monastery has been on this site from the 9th century. This Abbey was the place of the coronation of Malcolm IV, King of Scotland from 1153 until his death in 1165. The other historic time was the marriage of Alexander III, King of Scots from 1249 until his death 1286, when he fell from his horse. Sir David Brewster One of Jedburgh's sons, David Brewster was to become one of the most important inventors of all time and the rector of the University of Edinburgh. DAVID BREWSTER K.R. Born Jedburgh in 1781 and died in Edinburgh in 1868. David Brewster was one of the most important inventors of our time inventing the kaleidoscope, lenticular stereoscope, binocular camera, polyzonal lens, lighthouse illuminator, polarimeter. He also was instrumental in the development of fibre optics and lasers. Jedburgh Museum Castle and Jail The first castle on this site was built circa 1140 by King David I. When David I died, his 12-year-old grandson Malcolm became, King Malcolm IV. Malcolm IV died at Jedburgh castle in 1165 at the age of 23. Jedburgh Castle was demolished in 1409 by the scots to stop the English from using the Castle as a Fortress against the Scots. It was 1823 before the present structure was built. The prison was built in the form of a castle but was a debtor’s prison for men, women and children and closed in 1868. The prison is now used as a living museum. Haunted by ghost of executed prisoners many strange things have been heard and experienced. Jedburgh Rock of Ages This Rock that stands in the gardens of Mary, Queen of Scots, House Museum in Jedburgh is thought to be over 1400 years old and carvings from circa 8th century are visible. The rock was the base of an ancient cross that stood in Bongate Jedburgh. It may have also be used for other purposes. Tours and Transfers Hawick Attractions

Stenton Attractions East Lothian Stenton Village East Lothian William Wallace rewarded Sir Robert de Lawedre with the lands of Stenton in 1297 after the Battle of Stirling Bridge. Stenton can be found south of the A1 at East Linton and south west of Dunbar. In mid 1800's this was a vibrant village with almost 1000 residents, shops and businesses. Stenton Horticulture East Lothian Walking around Stenton Village is peaceful and enjoyable with many things to see. One of the attractions of Stenton must be the Garden with the sculptured hedges. Man and Women, Elephant and more The Tron Stenton Village East Lothian The Tron was a public weigh post that was used to weigh goods for sale The Trn is a landmark for where the weekly market too place, which was the centre of the village. The Girl Guide association restored the Tron in 1970 to commemorate the golden jubilee of the Girl Guide association. Stenton Holy Rood Well East Lothian The Rood well or the 'Cardinal's Hat' has always been known a a lucky charm First built circa 1130 the well was built by the local monks to aid travelers their journey between Melrose and Newbattle where two of the main Abbeys stood. This extract was taken from William R Cox detailed description of the well in The Antiquary (Volume 26) (published 1892). "a conical roof of stone in five courses, finished with a flowered finial of fourteenth-century date on the top" Gothic Parish Church Stenton Village East Lothian The Stenton Parish Church was built in 1829. There are remains of the bell tower of the kirk built circa 1555 and many old graves from the time. The Tower now being used as a Do'cot as many old towers that survived the years have. The Old parish church in the village of Pitcox moved to use the newly built Kirk in Stenton in 561. Stenton Philadelphia U.S.A. Stenton descended through six generations of the Logan family, one of the most important in Philadelphia. In the 18th and early 19th centuries, the Logans were prominent Quakers and were actively involved in politics in the United States. Ruchlaw House East Lothian Ruchlaw House, was built in 1663 by Archibald Sydserff and the same family still occupies the house There is a walled garden with Sundials dating from the 17th century Beil House East Lothian Lord Belhaven and Stenton, of the County of Haddington, is a Lordship of Parliament in the Peerage of Scotland. It was created in 1647 for Sir John Hamilton, 2nd Baronet, with remainder to his heirs male. lived in Beil House. Pressmennan Lake and Wood Stenton East Lothian Pressmennan Lake formed in 1819 one of only three lakes in Scotland is set below Pressmennan Wood. The wood is full of wildlife and many mythical beasts deer, owls and bats, ‘Glingbobs’ and ‘Tootflits’. who have made their homes in the old trees. The Trail which goes through the wood in a circle was created by local sculptor Robin Wood. Lookout for the wildlife and if very lucky you might come across signs of the ‘Glingbobs’ and ‘Tootflits’ Pressmennan wood was originally full of Oak trees and and the wood from the was used in the building ships at Newhaven Harbour Leith Edinburgh. It is believed that the scottish navy's largest man'o'war the Great Michael and the Sirus which found New South Wales in Australia were both built of Pressmennan Oak circa 1500. Next - Tranent

St Andrews known as the home of golf has many more attractions and hiostoric sites. With Scotland's oldest University and many inventions and world historic sites to see, a day trip to St Andrews is a must. Also golden sand beaches. St Andrews Attractions St Andrews is known for its Golf and University. So I took a trip to St Andrews to see Buildings Plaques Monuments etc and ended up with over 80 different places to visit all in walking distance of the centre of St Andrews. Just like my www.allaboutedinburgh.co.uk look at Edinburgh, Famous People + Places. history and interesting facts. Saint Andrew Born circa AD 5 - Died AD 65 Saint Andrew or Saint Andréa's of Greece is the patron saint of Scotland. His bones were brought from Greece by a holy man named Rule, later St Rule (Regulus) from the area of Patras in Greece in the mid-4th century AD. Rule protected the bones of Saint Andrew from the Romans by taking them as far north from Greece as possible ending his journey in Scotland. Circa 1070 in the time of Malcolm III a church (St Rule’s Tower St Andrews Fife) was built to protect the bones of St Andrew. Queen Margaret visited St Andrews on many pilgrimages and may have had A part in the building of the church. Map of St Andrews Attractions Golf Place St Andrew's Streets The Scores The Pends St Andrews Golf Courses St Salvator's Chapel South Street St Mary's Quad North Street Holy Trinity Church St Andrews Attractions Index click on the heading to go to the pictures and history in each area St Andrews Golf Courses Golf Courses of St Andrews New Course St Andrews Old Course St Andrews The Castle Course St Andrews Torrance Course St Andrews Kittocks Course St Andrews Jubilee Course St Andrews Duke's Golf Course St Andrews Kingsbarns Golf Links St Andrews Eden Course St Andrews Strathtyrum Course St Andrews Balgove Course St Andrews St Andrews Streets City Road near West Port St Andrews Attractions (across from West Gate) Gavin Douglas Plaque St Mary's Place St Andrews Attractions Blue Stane Thomas Rodger Studio West Infant School Gateway Market Street St Andrews Attractions Whyte-Melville Memorial Fountain Mercat Cross Paul Craw Plaque The Pends St Andrews The Pends St Andrews Attractions Pends Gatehouse Route to cathedral one way street Entrance Cathedral Cemetery St Andrews Cathedral St Rules Tower Tom and Tommy Morris Graves St Andrews Cathedral Museum St Leonard's School St Andrews Attractions Brewster and Heddle Plaque St Leonard's Chapel St Andrews Attractions Robert Wilkie Monument, Peter Bruce Monument, Robert Stewart, Earl of March Monument Slab on Floor Canon William Ruglyn Gregory Lane St Andrews Attractions The Roundel St Andrews War Memorial Douglas of Lochleven Plaque Pilgrim Way End Disc James Haldenstone Plaque The Scores St Andrews The Scores St Andrews Attractions Statue of Tom Morris Snr Band Stand St Andrews Aquarium Martyrs' Monument Robert Chambers House St Katherine’s West Simple Sugars Plaque Wardlaw Museum Edgecliffe House St Andrews Poetry Castle St Andrews Castle GW (George Wishart) in Cobbles George Wishart Plaque East Scores St Andrews Attractions Pathway to; The Pends St Mary on the Rock Defence Canon St Andrews Harbour St Andrews Pier East Sands South Street St Andrews North Street St Andrews Greyfriars Gardens St Andrews Attractions Greyfriars Monastery Bridge Street St Andrews Attractions New York Cottage Buchanan Gardens St Andrews Attractions St Andrews Observatory Doubledykes Road St Andrews Attractions Kinburn House St Andrews Museum Jurassic Garden General Sikorski Memorial Canongate St Andrews Attractions Botanic Gardens Trinity Place / Hallowhill St Andrews Attractions Hallow Hills Pictish Burial Ground Abbotsford Crescent St Andrews Attractions Jo Grimond Plaque Mount Melville,KY16 8NX St Andrews Attractions Craigtoun House Craigtoun Country Park South Street St Andrews Attractions South Street St Andrews Gillespie Sundial (No.19) Boswell and Johnson Plaque (South Court) James David Forbes plaque + House South Street George Martine Plaque King James Library Gregory's Meridian Line St Mary's Quad - South Street St Mary's Quad Arch St Mary's College Old Oak Tree St Mary's Quad Beaton's House Principals House Queen Mary's Thorn Tree Hamilton Tower Coat of Arms Hamilton Founders House Bird Bath Mary's Sundial Henry Wardlaw Statue Bell Pettigrew Museum South Street Royal Coat of Arms Tablet Christian Institute Bailie Bell's House and Foundry Statue of St Andrew (corner Church Street) Holy Trinity Church Clock Tower, War Memorial, Stain Glass Windows Sharp Aisle, J Knox, Pulpit Bell Tower Statue of Hamish McHamish South Street St Andrews Town Hall Polish Forces Mosaic, St Andrews Dr John Adamson's House (Plaque) Robert Burns Club Plaque Blackfriars Chapel Lapworth Plaque Andrew Bell Plaque Madras College Early 18th Century Houses West Port St Andrews St Andrews Coat of Arms (on West Port) North Street St Andrews Attractions St Andrews Heritage Museum & Garden Fitzroy Barometer Jock Hutchison Plaque St Salvator’s Chapel St Andrews Attractions Kennedy Tomb Hugh Spen Virgin and Child St Salvator’s Clock Tower Face Carved in Tower Bishop Kennedy’s Coat of Arms Tablet PH in Cobbles and Plaque St Salvator's Quadrangle Names on Path St Salvator's Cloisters Lower College Hall North Street College Gate Benjamin Franklin Plaque James Crichton House (Plaque) Józef Kosacki Plaque Pilmour Links continuation of North Street St Andrews Attractions Auchterlonie Plaque Tom and Tommy Morris‘s House Golf Place St Andrews Golf Place St Andrews Attractions Baron Playfair Fountain Royal & Ancient Golf Club R&A World Golf Museum Old Pavilion St Andrews Links Plaque Allan Robertson The Links St Andrews Attractions St Andrews Golf Club New Golf Club, St Andrews Swilcan Bridge Next Page St Andrews Streets

Looking for a sport to take part in or join a club or team? Edinburgh has all types of sports teams and are always welcoming new participant. Sportis a great way to meet people and keep healthy. you will find all sports clubs, sports associations, sports centres and contact details to join in. Edinburgh Sports Clubs & Teams Equestrian, Athletics, Basketball, Rugby, Cricket, Football, Tennis, Badminton, Table Tennis, Swimming, Bowling, Hockey, Rock Climbing, Wrestling, Golf, Skiing, Ice Skating, Curling, Ice Hockey, Martial Arts, Yachting, Sailing, Canoeing, Kayaking and more If there is a Sports club its listed on allaboutedinburgh.co.uk With details of where you can join in. If you can't find what you are looking for it will be listed under Activities Cricket Teams Golf Courses Racket Sports Activities Horse Racing Athletics Clubs Swim Centres Health and Fitness Rock Climbing Sports Centres Basketball Clubs Equestrian Hockey Clubs Rugby Clubs Volleyball Clubs Bowling Football Pitches Martial Arts Snow and Ice Sports Wrestling Sports Associations Contact Details Sports Scotland Anglers, Archery, Athletics, Auto-Cycle, Badminton, Basketball, Bowls, Boxing, Camanachd Canoeing, Croquet, Cricket, Curling, Cycling, Dance Disability Sports, Equestrian, Fencing, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Handball, Hockey, Ice Hockey, Judo, Ju-Jitsu, Karate, Lacrosse, Motor Sports, Mountaineering, Netball, Orienteering, Pentathlon, Pétanque, Racquetball, Racquetball, Ramblers, Rowing, Rugby Union, Rugby League, Snooker, Snow sports, Skateboarding, Squash, Sub-Aqua, Swimming, Surfing, Target Shooting, Tennis, Tenpin Bowls, Table Tennis, Triathlon, Tug-O-War, Volleyball, Wrestling, Yachting Sportscotland Caledonia House 1 Redheughs Rigg South Gyle Edinburgh EH12 9DQ 0131 317 7200 Sportscotland National Centre Glenmore Lodge Aviemore Inverness-shire PH22 1QU Scotland Tel 01479 861256 Fax 01479 861212 www.glenmorelodge.org.uk Scottish Anglers National Association National Game Angling Centre The Pier Loch Leven Kinross KY13 8UF Scottish Archery Association Caledonia House 1 Redheughs Rigg South Gyle Edinburgh EH12 9DQ 0131 317 7200 Scottish Athletics 1 Redheughs Rigg Caledonia House South Gyle Edinburgh EH12 9DQ 0131 539 7320 Badminton Scotland Cockburn Centre 40 Bogmoor Place Glasgow G51 4TQ Basketball Scotland Caledonia House 1 Redheughs Rigg South Gyle Edinburgh EH12 9DQ 0131 317 7200 Scottish Disability Sport Caledonia House 1 Redheughs Rigg South Gyle Edinburgh EH12 9DQ 0131 317 7200 Bowls Scotland National Centre For Bowling Hunters Avenue Ayr KA8 9AL Boxing Scotland 5 Nasmyth Court Houston Industrial Estate Livingston EH54 5EG Scottish Canoe Association Caledonia House 1 Redheughs Rigg South Gyle Edinburgh EH12 9DQ 0131 317 7200 The Mountaineering Council of Scotland The Old Granary West Mill Street Perth PH1 5QP 01738-493942 Cricket Scotland National Cricket Academy, Ravelston, Edinburgh, EH4 3NT Scottish Croquet Association Caledonia House 1 Redheughs Rigg South Gyle Edinburgh EH12 9DQ 0131 317 7200 The Royal Caledonian Curling Club 2A Ochil House Springkerse Business Park Stirling FK7 7XE Scottish Cycling Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome Emirates Arena 1000 London Road Glasgow G40 3HY Dance Sport Scotland 93 Hillfoot Drive Bearsden Glasgow G61 3QG Scottish Fencing Caledonia House 1 Redheughs Rigg South Gyle Edinburgh EH12 9DQ 0131 317 7200 The Scottish Football Association 6th Floor, Hampden Park Glasgow G42 9AY Scottish Golf The Duke’s, St Andrews, KY11 8NX Scottish Gymnastics Asociation Caledonia House 1 Redheughs Rigg South Gyle Edinburgh EH12 9DQ 0131 317 7200 Scottish Handball Association National Sport Centre Inverclyde Burnside Road Largs KA30 8RW Scottish Hockey Glasgow National Hockey Centre, 8 King’s Drive , Glasgow G40 1HB Horse Scotland Titwood Farm Kilmaurs Ayrshire KA3 2PN 01563 549802 Scottish Ice Hockey Ltd 19 Rutland Place Edinburgh EH1 2BB Judo Scotland EICA South Platt Hill, Ratho, Newbridge, Edinburgh, EH28 8AA Scottish Ju-Jitsu Association SJJA HQ 93 Douglas Street Dundee DD15AZ Scottish Karate Governing Body Ltd Netherlee Glasgow G44 3TJ Lacrosse Scotland Caledonia House 1 Redheughs Rigg South Gyle Edinburgh EH12 9DQ 0131 317 7200 Scottish Pentathlon Caledonia House 1 Redheughs Rigg South Gyle Edinburgh EH12 9DQ 0131 317 7200 Scottish Auto-Cycle Union 28 West Main Street Uphall Broxburn EH52 5DW Scottish Motor Sports 28 West Main Street Uphall West Lothian EH52 5DW 01506 858354 Netball Scotland Emirates Arena 1000 London Road Glasgow G40 3HY Scottish Orienteering Association National Orienteering Centre. Glenmore Lodge, Aviemore, PH22 1QU Scottish Petanque Association 16 Kyle Crescent Loans Troon KA10 7EZ Ramblers Scotland Caledonia House 1 Redheughs Rigg South Gyle Edinburgh EH12 9DQ 0131 317 7200 Scottish Rowing Scottish Rowing Centre 366 Hamilton Road Motherwell ML1 3ED Scotland Rugby League The Cranhill Beacon 200 Bellrock Street Cranhill GLASGOW G33 3LZ Scottish Rugby BT Murrayfield Edinburgh EH12 5PJ 0131 346 5000 Royal Yachting Association Scotland Caledonia House 1 Redheughs Rigg South Gyle Edinburgh EH12 9DQ 0131 317 7200 Camanachd Association Alton House, 4 Ballifeary Road, Inverness, IV3 5PJ Scottish Target Shooting Caledonia House 1 Redheughs Rigg South Gyle Edinburgh EH12 9DQ 0131 317 7200 Skateboard Scotland Scottish Snooker 99 Slateford Road EDINBURGH EH11 1QY Snow sport Scotland Caledonia House 1 Redheughs Rigg South Gyle Edinburgh EH12 9DQ 0131 317 7200 Scottish Squash and Racquetball Caledonia House 1 Redheughs Rigg South Gyle Edinburgh EH12 9DQ 0131 317 7200 Scottish Sub Aqua Club, Caledonia House 1 Redheughs Rigg South Gyle Edinburgh EH12 9DQ 0131 317 7200 Scottish Surfing Federation , 11 Leitch Court, Thurso, KW14 8NX Caithness Scotland Scottish Swimming National Swimming Academy University of Stirling STIRLING FK9 4LA Table Tennis Scotland Caledonia House 1 Redheughs Rigg South Gyle Edinburgh EH12 9DQ 0131 317 7200 Tennis Scotland 177 Colinton Road Edinburgh EH14 1BZ Scottish Tenpin Bowling Association Tollcross Glasgow G32 8DD Triathlon Scotland Gannochy Sports Centre University of Stirling Stirling FK9 4LA Scottish Tug of War Association 47 Finlay Avenue, East Calder West Lothian, EH53 0RP Scottish Volleyball Association 2nd Floor 48 The Pleasance Edinburgh EH8 9TJ Water-ski & Wakeboard Scotland Townhill Country Park Dunfermline KY12 0HT Scottish Wrestling Association www.scottishwrestling.com

George Square and George Square Gardens are in the centre of the University of Edinburgh's Campus on the southside of Edinburgh. Buccleuch Place which backs onto George Square has many medallions and plaques to famous people and the George Square Gardens are not to be missed. George Square Edinburgh George Square in Edinburgh is in the centre of the University of Edinburgh Central Campus. In the centre of the square is a garden and around the square are buildings for learning. The Square and gardens were first laid in 1766. On a number of the walls are plaques of famous students. There are also a number of famous ex-residents who lived in the square. In the garden there are many benches to site and take time to contemplate the world and read a book. There are Standing Stones. One of which has been carved with a figure as if the stone had been split down the middle and the figure was revealed. George Square is also the centre of the Edinburgh Festival and Fringe every year in August. George Square Garden Labyrinth “The labyrinth is an ancient archetypal pattern dating back more than 4000 years. The design of the Edinburgh Labyrinth is based on the 13th century labyrinth laid in the floor of Chartres Cathedral in France (Notre-Dame d’Chartres or the Cathedral of Notre-Dame). Take the walk from the start follow the path which takes you to the centre and back to the outside. George Square Garden Standing Stones University of Edinburgh George Square Plaques Seven plaques of great people of knowledge on the walls around George Square. Jane Welsh Carlyle, Peter Mark Roget, Eric Henry Liddell, Benjamin Rush, Mwalimu Julius K Nyerere, Robert Louis Stevenson and Sorley MacLean. Jane Welsh Carlyle Plaque George Square Edinburgh Memorial Plaque to Jane Welsh Carlyle, 23 George Square, Edinburgh. Jane Welsh was born in Haddington East Lothian 14 January 1801 – 21 April 1866, she is buried in Haddington She Married Thomas Carlyle the essayist. Peter Mark Roget Plaque George Square Edinburgh Peter Mark Roget was born in 1779, he studied at Edinburgh University Medical School and graduated in 1798. He was a brilliant doctor and published papers on tuberculosis and the effects of nitrous oxide as an anaesthetic. At the age of 34 in 1814 he invented the slide rule which was used by students in schools and Universities for many years. He is best known for ‘Roget’s Thesaurus of English Words and Phrases’, the thesaurus was published in 1852. Peter Roget died in 1869 aged 90. Eric Henry Liddell Plaque George Square Edinburgh Eric Henry Liddell was born in China in 1902 a son of a missionary. Eric Liddell was educated in a boarding school in Blackheath and spent his childhood there will his parents were in China. At the age of 18 he enrolled in Edinburgh University were his brother was already studying. Eric Liddell lived for a short time in Gillespie Crescent before moving to a house in Merchiston Place. While in Edinburgh he lived firstly in Gillespie Crescent before moving to Merchiston Crescent. He was a very good athlete and played Rugby and took part in track events for both the University and Scotland. He took part in the Paris Olympics and won a Gold in the 400 and a bronze in the 200. After graduating from Edinburgh University he returned to China and his last years he was interned in Weihsien prison camp which was a Japanese- internment camp created during World War II to hold civilians of Allied countries living in North China where he died. The Eric Liddell Centre at Holy Corner in Edinburgh is where Eric Liddell attended Church. Benjamin Rush Plaque George Square Edinburgh Benjamin Rush Graduate of Edinburgh University Medical School 1768 at 22 years old, signatory of the American Declaration of Independence, Leader of the American Enlightenment, founder of Dickinson College (private, residential liberal arts college in Carlisle, Pennsylvania) the first college to be founded after the formation of the United States of America. He was also at the age of 23 the first professor of chemistry in America. Benjamin Rush Benjamin Rush was born in 1746 in Pennsylvania U.S.A. Benjamin Rush lived with his uncle Reverend Dr. Samuel Finley ensured Benjamin Rush received an education. Benjamin Rush went to the College of New Jersey which is now called Princeton in 1759. In 1766 at the age of 20 Benjamin Rush moved to Edinburgh to study at the University of Edinburgh Medical School which was the most respected in the world. Benjamin Rush graduated with a degree in medicine in 1768. Benjamin Rush set up the Philadelphia Dispensary in 1786 to provide medical care for the poor which was the first institution of its kind in the United States. Benjamin Rush was not just a doctor but a person that wanted to change the world, to give justice and equality to all. The Declaration of Independence was adopted by the second continental congress on July 4th, 1776 Benjamin Rush signed the final document of the Declaration of Independence with other members on August 2 1776. Mwalimu Julius Nyerere Plaque George Square Edinburgh Mwalimu Julius Nyerere First President of the United Republic of Tanzania was known as Mwalimu’ or ‘Teacher’ in Swahili. He was President from the country’s founding in 1964, until his retirement in 1985. Mwalimu Julius Nyerere received a scholarship to the University of Edinburgh in 1949 and became the first Tanzanian to study at a British university and only the second to gain a university degree outside Africa. He died in 1999 at the age of 77 years. Robert Louis Stevenson Plaque George Square Edinburgh Robert Louis Stevenson was from Edinburgh a poet and author of many famous books known around the world and made into movies. Born in Howard Place into a famous family that has left a mark all over Britain on the land and in the sea. Joined University of Edinburgh at the age of 17 and studied law, which he did not practice, rather to write instead. The plaque in George Square Edinburgh reads; in honour of Robert Louis Stevenson 1850-1894 Poet, author of Treasure Island, Kidnapped, Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde, alumnus of the University. Sorley MacLean Plaque George Square Edinburgh Sorley MacLean was born in 1911 on the Isle of Raasay he studied English at Edinburgh University and achieved a first class degree and graduated in 1934 before returning home to Raasay. He was named the University’s first Alumnus of the Year in 1990 and later died in 1996. The plaque in George Square reads; in honour of Sorley MacLean 1911-1996 Gaelic poet and man of letters, graduate of the University. Home of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle George Square Edinburgh Sir Arthur Conan Doyle was a strong believer in the afterlife. Arthur Conan Doyle lived at 23 George Square Edinburgh a few doors up from where Sir Walter Scott lived with his parents. George Watson’s Ladies College George Square Edinburgh George Watson left a sum of money to The Merchant Company of Edinburgh in 1723 to educated less fortunate children of Edinburgh. George Watson was born in Edinburgh in 1654. The first school opened in 1741 for boys only. George Watson’s Ladies’ College was opened for girls in Admiral Duncan’s House in George Square in 1871. The schools were amalgamated in 1974 and the present school is in Colinton Road where both girls and boys are educated equally. Sir Walter Scott's Childhood Home George Square which at the time was outside the city walls was where Sir Walter Scott lived. Number 25 George Square Edinburgh was where he spent his childhood with his parents from the age of 3 until he married at age 26. St Albert’s Catholic Chaplaincy The Dominican Priory opened in Edinburgh in 24 George Square in 1931 and were appointed as Catholic Chaplains to the students and staff at the University of Edinburgh and to the Catholic Professional Guilds of the City of Edinburgh. The plaque on the wall above the door is of Saint Albert. His name was Albertus Magnus born circa 1190. Swedish Runic Stone. “Swedish Runestone”, This ancient (11th Century Viking) Standing Stone has been a part of Edinburgh circa 1780 when Sir Alexander Seton of East Lothian donated it to the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland In 1785. The Stone would have been from their Castle estate in Sweden. Lilla Ramsjö, Vittinge, Uppland, Sweden The Seton family a very wealthy and powerful family of East Lothian purchased Ekolsund Castle in Enköping Sweden from Gustav III who had used it as a Royal Residence until he sold it to the Seton's in 1912. The Stone has stood in Princes Street Gardens below the Esplanade since circa 1820. Next - Southside Edinburgh

West Lothian has many attractions a Korean War Memorial Royal Palace, birth place of Mary Quen of Scots, Livingston New Town with shopping malls. Golf Courses, Outlander sites Blackness Castle Midhope Castle. West Lothian Linlithgow | Blackness | The Binns Midhope West Lothian Attractions Blackness Castle Blackness Castle was built in 1445 for the Crichton family one of Scotland's most powerful families. Blackness Castle was taken from the Crichton's in 1453 by the then king James II. This was a Castle that only Cromwell over came in 1650 during the rampage Cromwell led through Scotland burning everything he could. Blackness Castle was converted into a prison circa 1540 and was used to imprison the enemies of James V and held many famous prisoners of the crown Cardinal Beaton being the most famous. Covenanters and later war prisoners from the wars with France, Spain and America it ceased to be a prison circa 1850. The original entrance to the castle was blocked of circa 1550 and moved to face the sea making it harder to breach. The House of Binns The House of Binns has been home to the Dalyell’s for 400 years. This house was built circa 1620 by Thomas Dalyell a wealthy merchant from Edinburgh during the reign of King James VI and 1st, where he worked for the royal court in London. On massing his fortune he returned to Edinburgh and purchased the lands and manor house of the Binns. He then demolished the old manor house and built the present house. A fascinating house and well worth a visit. Linlithgow Cross Well The Cross Well or fountain where fresh spring water flowed is where the town Cross stood. The Fountain in the shape of a Crown was erected in 1807. The original Cross Well was built in 1628. The present Cross Well Fountain is an exact replica. St Michaels Church On 22nd May 1242, the Church of St Michael of Linlithgow was consecrated by the Bishop of St Andrews St Michael's church over the centuries has been burnt damaged used as a store house, stables and barracks. It has even been used by the University of Edinburgh during the plague. James IV, when visiting the church saw a ghost which warned him that no good would come of his exploits, and the Battle of Flodden Field and not to go. He was the last King to die in Battle. Mary Queen of Scots was christened in St Michaels next to Linlithgow Palace where she was born. St Michael’s Church Gothic Timber Pulpit This is a magnificent Church which has had many of the rulers of Scotland attend. The Gothic timber pulpit is surrounded by 3 carvings of Queens Elizabeth II, Mary Queen of Scots and St Margaret. St Michael’s Church Stain Glass Window St. Michael's Church on celebrating its 750th anniversary reinstalled a new stained glass window in the St. Katherine's Aisle. The window is designed around the theme of Pentecost and is a must see. Mary Queen of Scots Statue Mary Stuart or Mary I of Scotland. (Dec 1542 – Feb 1587) A Statue of Mary Queen of Scots stands in the grounds of Linlithgow Palace. Mary, daughter of King James V of Scotland. Was to became Queen, 6 days after she was born on the death of her father. Mary of Guise was her mother and had a Palace built in Edinburgh on the north side of Castlehill. Mary, Queen of Scots was born in Linlithgow Palace on 8 December 1542. Linlithgow Palace St Michael's Church In 1337 Edward III's English army set fire to Linlithgow, which was largely built of wood. In 1349 the Black Death (the plague) reached Scotland and killed a third of the population of Edinburgh. The King, his parliament and court took refuge in Linlithgow from Holyrood to escape the plague. There were more fires in 1411 and 1424 destroying most of the town. In 1424 James I returned from exile in England and built the Palace at Linlithgow, starting the work in 1425. James IV and James V, made changes to the Palace. James V making it a home for his wife Mary of Guise. James VI moved to London in 1603, where he added to his title James I of England. Linlithgow Palace Linlithgow Museum (Annet House) When in Linlithgow after seeing the Palace and St Michaels Church, go to the Annet House Museum which has many interesting exhibits including a scale model of the Linlithgow Cross which stands at the foot of the road to Linlithgow Palace. Another exhibit, is the flags of the Scotch Brigade, one of Scotland's oldest infantry regiments the exhibit that tells the story of Mary Queen of Scots and Linlithgow Palace. Regent Moray’s Assassination On January 23rd 1570 in Linlithgow, Scotland, James Stewart, 1st Earl of Moray, Regent of Scotland on his way through Linlithgow was shot and killed by James Hamilton of Bothwell Haugh. He was the first assassination by a firearm in recorded history. James Hamilton supported Mary Queen of Scots and fought against James Stewart, 1st Earl of Moray (Regent) at the battle of Langside. See the plaque on what was the Sherriff Court (now Court Residence) commemorating this event. A stain glass window can be seen of the Regent Moray shooting in St. Giles Edinburgh. The inscription on the plaque reads; On the street opposite this tablet James Stewart Earl of Murray Regent of Scotland Was shot by James Hamilton of Bothwell Haugh on 20th January 1570 Erected in 1875 The Winged St Michael Sculpture Linlithgow town's ancient burgh seal has the image of St Michael, and a dog (The Black Bitch). To commemorate the Burgh seal a sculpted bronze of each have been erected in Linlithgow. St Michael slaying a Dragon St Michael, is the patron saint of Linlithgow, and the Guardian Angel watching over the towns inhabitants. The ‘Black Bitch’ Sculpture A Hunting Dog The actual reason for the dog is not known but could be a dog that helped his master when his master was chained to a tree on the island in the Loch. On each of the sculptures are inscriptions of the granting of Linlithgow's original coats of arms by the Lord Lyon King of Arms on 16 July 1673. Ross Do’cot Linlithgow The Ross Do’cot was built in the 16th century by the Baron Ross of Halkhead, and can be seen opposite the Linlithgow Canal Centre. Midhope in Beginning Midhope Castle Outlander Jamie Fraser’s, family home called Lallybroch, or Broch Tuarach. Midhope Castle is a 16th-century tower house and walled garden with a 17th-century Do’cot. Located in Abercorn on the Hopetoun estate. Near to The Binns and Blackness Castle historic buildings. Midhope was owned by two sisters who both had separate homes in the late 1470’s after their father died Henry Graham of Mannerstoun without a male heir. One married Robert Livingstone and the other John Martyne. Over the next decades there were many names linked to the Midhope lands and property The Drummonds of Midhope, owned the Midhope in the 16th and 17th centuries, and Alexander Drummond built the tower in 1582 his initials AD with his wife’s MB (Marjorie Bruce) can be seen above the gateway. Cairnpapple Hill Neolithic Burial Site at Cairnpapple Hill first used circa 4000 BC. Go inside and see the centuries roll bye. Cairnpapple Hill in West Lothian between Bathgate and Torphichen is said to be the most important mainland archaeological site in Scotland. The Cairnpapple site was found in 1947. Bathgate West Lothian Bennie Museum Bathgate first known as Bathchet circa 1150 and through the ages changed slightly due to spelling errors. Bathgate is a commuting town now but had a past of great importance, the story of which can be found in the Bennie Museum, in the town centre. Torphichen Preceptory Scottish Korean War Memorial The Korean War Memorial in Scotland is located in West Lothian Soldiers from Scotland were part of the UK, the second largest force in the Korean War the first being the USA. During June 1950 to November 1953 a total of troops the United Kingdom deployed was 56,000 of which 1078 were killed in action, 2,674 wounded in action, 179 missing in action, and 977 prisoners of war. These figures were provided by the Korean Government. James Young (Paraffin) James Young invented the process of extracting, paraffin oil, paraffin wax, and crude oil from oil shale, which began an oil boom in West Lothian. The evidence still remains in the Bings that are pink shale waste, seen around west Lothian countryside. James Young (BP) James Young (1811-1883), engineer, founder of first commercial oil-works in the world and was regarded as the father of the petrochemical industry. The company set up by James Young circa 1860 is now part of a well-known company worldwide BP. For more information on James Young and the Shale Gas industry. Go To Museum of the Scottish Shale Oil industry Almond Valley Heritage Centre, Millfield, Livingston, West Lothian, EH54 7AR. The shale Oil Industry of Scotland ended circa 1960 the museum tells the story of the industry with many artefacts from years gone bye. Next Page Linlithgow Palace

Edinburgh Canal network offers canoeing Kayaking and Paddle Boarding. Also available at portobelllo beach on lochs and in the sea Edinburgh Canoeing and Kayaking Activities for all ages or try East Lothian for water activities www.abouteastlothian.co.uk Edinburgh Canoeing and Kayaking Activities Canals, Rivers, Sea, Lochs Kayaking and Canoeing Paddle Boarding Have a ay out on the water Kayaking or canoeing down a river canal or in the sea. Try the latest craze stand up paddle boarding standing on a surf board with a long paddle. Great fun for all the family. Activities East Lothian Activities Canoeing / Kayaking Canoeing / Kayaking Craiglockhart Sports Centre 177 Colinton Road Edinburgh EH14 1BZ City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 443 0101 Canoeing / Kayaking Forth Canoe Club Harrison Canal Bridge Harrison Road Edinburgh EH10 4LE City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 229 9586 Paddle Boarding Stand up Paddle Boarding Treetops Langton View East Calder EH53 0RD West Lothian Scotland 07507 459 689 Cramond, Portobello, Ratho, Linlithgow, Union Canal Edinburgh Canoeing / Kayaking Canoeing / Kayaking Edinburgh University Water Sports Firbush Point Loch Tay Killin FK21 8SU Falkirk Scotland 0131 650 2954 Canoeing / Kayaking Portobello Sailing & Kayaking Club Promenade Portobello Edinburgh EH15 1HF City of Edinburgh Scotland 07932 159983

Cadenheads whisky shop oldest bottler of whisky in scotland shop taste whisky before you buy from the barrel also rum, gin and Cognac on the Royal Mile. CADENHEADS WHISKY SHOP EDINBURGH Cadenhead's Whisky Shop 172 Canongate Royal Mile Edinburgh EH8 8DF Telephone 44+ (0) 131 556 5864 CADENHEAD’S SCOTLAND'S OLDEST INDEPENDENT BOTTLER William Cadenhead Ltd, Wine and Spirit Merchants, were founded in 1842. They are Scotland's oldest independent bottler. The ethos of Cadenhead is they bottle from single casks at the natural malting strength. Visit the Whisky Shop in the Royal Mile 172 Canongate where you can try the whisky from the barrel before purchasing. Cadenhead also sell unique Old Raj Gin, Cognac and Rum. This is where you can buy that special drink of Scotland to take home and enjoy. Strictly over 18 years of age only. Cadenhead's is known more as the oldest bottler of Whisky in Scotland however they also have a selection of Cognac, Rums and Gin. Here are a few listed below, for more visit 172 Canongate and taste some specials from the barrel before you buy. Old Raj Gin 70cl, 46% ABV Cadenhead's Classic Gin 70cl, 50% ABV Nicaraguan Rum 70cl, 46% ABV Haitian Rum 70cl, 46% ABV Barbados Rum 70cl, 46% ABV Brazilian Rum 70cl, 46% ABV Cadenhead's Classic Lowland Pure Malt 70cl, 50% ABV Islay Blended Malt - Duthies (WM Cadenhead) 70cl, 46% ABV Robust Smoky Embers 23 Year Old - Cadenhead Creations 70cl, 54.30% ABV Campbeltown Blended Malt - Duthies (WM Cadenhead) 70cl, 46% ABV Cadenhead's Grande Champagne Cognac 70cl 57.9% ABV Next - Places to Visit

The New town was quickly occupied by the wealthy from the old town and Canongate and an extension to the New Town was required by adding streets north of Queen Street. Edinburgh New Town North East Once the New town in Edinburgh was habitable it was quickly occupied by the merchants and well to do moving from the Canongate and Old Edinburgh. The New Tow was soon extended past Queen Street Gardens to the north. The next row of houses being Heriot Row and Abercrombie Place with Nelson Street, India Street, Dundas Street, Dublin Street and Albany Street all branching from them. This page covers Heriot Row and Abercrombie Place, Nelson Street, Dundas Street, Dublin Street, London Street, Drummond Place Mansfield Place, Northumberland Street and Albany Street. Heriot Row Edinburgh New Town North East Robert Louis Stevenson he went to school at Canonmills (now Baptist Church). The Stevenson family moved in 1857 to 17 Heriot Row Edinburgh Robert Louis Stevenson was born Robert Louis Balfour Stevenson at 8 Howard Place, Edinburgh, on 13 November 1850. He then moved with his parents to a new family home in Inverleith Row before moving to 17 Heriot Row where he lived from the age of 7 for the next 23 years the Stevenson family home. Then moving to Tusitala an island of Samoa, where he lived until he died in 1894 (aged 44). There is a bronze memorial to Robert Louis Stevenson in the Moray Aisle of St Giles Cathedral. Other residents of the Row were at No.6 Henry Mackenzie Author died here 1831 and friend of Robert Burns. Heriot Row Nelson Street Nelson Street Edinburgh New Town North East Sir Alexander MacKenzie Sir Alexander MacKenzie Lived at No 22 Nelson Street. A famous Composer and Musician Robert Garioch Sutherland Robert Sutherland lived at No4 Nelson Street a poet and Makar. He was honoured with a Makars' paving slab in Makars' Court in the Lawnmarket Edinburgh. Drummond Place Edinburgh New Town North East Drummond Place Sydney Goodsir Smith Sydney Goodsir Smith was born on 26 October 1915 in Wellington, New Zealand Scottish mother came to Edinburgh with his parents in 1928.A renowned Scottish poet, artist, dramatist and novelist. His home was 25 Drummond Place where he died young on the 15 January 1975 at the age of 59. There is a slab in Makars’ Court Lawnmarket to honour him and he is buried in the Dean Cemetery. William and Fanny McTaggart Sir William McTaggart (1903 – 1981) was a landscape artist and was married to Fanny Aavatsmark a Norwegian Journalist and Patriot. Born in Loanhead Midlothian he was a successful artist and teacher, he was given many honours including a knighthood in 1962. He lived with his wife Fanny Aavatsmark at Drummond Place Edinburgh till his death in 1981. Sir Compton McKenzie (writer) Compton McKenzie was born in 1893 in West Hartlepool His English father and American mother both actors. Compton Mackenzie moved to Scotland at the age of 35 and was a resident on Barra, having a house Suidheachan built in 1928. Moving to his new home in Edinburgh at 31-32 Drummond Place in 1946. Sir Compton Mackenzie died at his Edinburgh home in 1972 and was buried on the Isle of Barra where he wrote his novel Whisky Galore from true events. York Place North East New Town Edinburgh York Place Edinburgh New Town North East York Place was part of the northern extension of the new town a continuation of Queen Street and is unchanged since built circa 1820. There were many distinguished families who occupied the houses of this thoroughfare. Sir Henry Raeburn Henry Raeburn was a portrait painter and was born in Stockbridge Edinburgh in 1756 and died in Stockbridge Edinburgh 1823. He built a house in 32 York Place, this was where he painted, from 1795 – 1809. He was knighted in 1822 by King George IV and is recognised as Scotland’s most famous portrait painter. His best known work being “The Skating Minister” The Rev. Robert Walker of the Canongate Kirk skating on Duddingston Loch. The painting is in the National Gallery of Scotland. The main street in Stockbridge being Raeburn Place named after the painter near where he was born and also died. York Place Edinburgh New Town North East James Nasmyth Birthplace James Nasmyth Inventor James Nasmyth born 47 York Place Edinburgh in 1808 became a Scottish engineer famed for inventing the steam hammer in 1842 and many other engineering firsts in his foundry in Manchester. He produced many tools and steam engines. His father Alex was a renowned Scottish artist. Alexander Nasmyth Artist Alexander Nasmyth born in 1758 in Edinburgh live at 47 York Place and was said to be the father of Scottish Landscape Painting. He Studied under Allan Ramsay and as a friend of Robert Burns was fortunate enough to be the only one to paint a portrait of Robert Burns that exists today. Dundas Street Dundas Street Edinburgh New Town North East The Botanic Society The Botanic Society of Edinburgh was founded at 15 Dundas Street on 8th February 1836. Abercrombie Place Abercrombie Place Edinburgh New Town North East Dame Sarah Elizabeth Siddons Mair, DBE Dame Sarah Elizabeth Siddons Mair, DBE campaigned for the rights of women to have equal opportunities for education. She was born in 1846 in Edinburgh. She founded the Edinburgh Essay Society which became the Edinburgh Debating Society at the age of 19 and was president of for 70 years. She was a principal in setting up St George’s training college which was the first Scottish institution for training women to teach in secondary education, Girls from St. George’s College were among the first female graduates of Edinburgh University. The tireless campaigning and endless work for women’s education led to an honorary LLD (Legum Doctor Latin: “teacher of the laws”) from Edinburgh University in 1920 and a DBE (Dame Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire) in 1931. Abercrombie Plac e Edinburgh New Town North East Kinross House Kinross House was the offices of John Kinross a highly respected architect and president of the Edinburgh Architectural Association between 1890 and 1892, and was elected to the Royal Scottish Academy in 1905. He was responsible of the restorations of many historic buildings including Falkland Palace in Fife and the Priory Church of St Mary in South Queensferry. Abercrombie Place Edinburgh New Town North East Royal Scots Memorial Club The Royal Scots War Memorial Fund was formed in 1919 to fund the purchase of the Club. The first buildings No 30 and 31 Abercromby Place were purchased in 1921 with the further purchase of No. 29 years later. At that time the three buildings were converted into the Royal Scots War Memorial Club circa 1929. The purpose of the Club was to honour the memory of all ranks 11,162 Royal Scots who had been killed in the Great war. Abercrombie Place Edinburgh New Town North East Marie Charlotte Carmichael Stopes Marie Charlotte Carmichael Stopes woman of achievement plaque can be seen at 3 Abercrombie Place Edinburgh where she was born.Marie Stopes was born in Edinburgh in 1880 and went to school at St Georges Garscube Terrace Edinburgh 1892 – 94. She became an author, palaeobotanist and campaigner for women’s rights. Northumberland Street Edinburgh New Town North East John Gibson Lockhart John Gibson Lockhart Plaque Northumberland Street Edinburgh. Son-in-law of Sir Walter Scott and author of Sir Walter Scott's Biography, he is buried beside him in Dryburgh Abbey. other residents of the street were Admiral Sir W G Fairfax lived at No 53, Sir John Hope No. 57 Northumberland Street Dublin Street Edinburgh New Town North East Herbert Nigel Gresley Herbert Nigel Gresley was born here 1876 he is famous for designing steam locomotives, the Flying Scotsman and Mallard two iconic steam trains both designed by him. Dublin Street Great King Street Edinburgh New Town North East Sir William Allan Sir William Allan was born in Edinburgh in 1872 and became a world renowned artist. He was the president of the Royal Scottish Academy and Royal Academician. A few of his works include; The Murder of David Rizzio, Sir Walter Scott, The Signing of the National Covenant in Greyfriars Kirkyard, The Battle of Waterloo Great King Street Felix Yaniewiscz Felix Yaniewiscz was a Polish violinist and composer. He was born in 1762. He moved to Edinburgh in 1815 and co-organiser the first Edinburgh Music Festival and lived in Great King Street from 1823 till his death in May 1848. Sir J M Barrie Sir J M Barrie was famous for his his book Peter Pan. James Matthew Barrie graduated from Edinburgh University in 1882. Historically his character Peter Pan must be known by more people worldwide than any other character. He spent many years in Edinburgh. He was the Chancellor of the University of Edinburgh for the last years of his life from 1930 – 1937. Cumberland Street Edinburgh New Town North East Named after the Duke Cumberland, the fifth son of King George III. Jean Thomas Harris The Rotary Club Jean Thomson was born in Cumberland Street and lived there with her parents until 1892 moved to Comely Bank Avenue. She moved to America and lived in Chicago where she met her husband to be Paul Harris. Her Husband was a Chicago attorney and on 23 February 1905 formed what was to be a worldwide organisation (The Rotary Club), Jean was made an honorary member of the Inner Wheel Club of Edinburgh in 1946. She died in Edinburgh and is buried in Newington. Cunberland Street Edinburgh New Town North West

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Fife Golf Courses The area known locally as the Kingdom of Fife is situated between the Firth of Forth (Edinburgh) and the River Tay (Dundee) There are many great golf courses in the area. Most well known to all is St Andrews the home of golf. For St Andrews golf courses click the link below. Golf & Airport Transfers Thornton Golf Course Station Road Thornton Kirkcaldy KY1 4DW Fife +44 1592 771 111 Dunnikier Park Golf Course Dunnikier Country Park Kirkcaldy KY1 3LP Fife +44 1592 261 599 Kirkcaldy Golf Course Balwearie Road Kirkcaldy KY2 5LT Fife +44 1592 205 240 Aberdour Golf Course Seaside Place Aberdour KY3 0TX Fife +44 1383 860 256 Kinghorn Golf Course Burntisland Road Kinghorn KY3 9RS Fife +44 1592 890 345 Dodhead Golf Course 10 Dallas Avenue Burntisland KY3 9ET Fife +44 1592 872 116 Burntisland Golf club 10 Dallas Avenue Burntisland KY3 9ET Fife +44 1592 872 116 Cowdenbeath Golf Course Seco Place KY4 8PF Fife +44 1383 513 079 Lochore Meadows Golf Course Lochore Meadows Country Park Lochore KY5 8BA Fife +44 1592 583 672 Lochgelly Golf Course Cartmore Road Lochgelly KY5 9PB Fife +44 1592 782 589 Auchterderran Golf Course Woodend Road Lochgelly KY5 0NH Fife +44 1592 721 572 Glenrothes Golf Course Golf Course Road Glenrothes KY6 2LA Fife +44 1592 750 063 St Andrews Golf Courses Leslie Golf Course Leslie Glenrothes KY6 3EZ Fife +44 1592 620 040 Balbirnie Park Golf Course Markinch Glenrothes KY7 6NR Fife +44 1592 612 095 Scoonie Golf Course North Links Leven KY8 4SP Fife +44 1333 423 437 Lundin Golf Course Golf Road Lundin Links Leven KY8 6BA Fife +44 1333 320 202 Leven Links Golf Course Promenade Leven KY8 4HS Fife +44 1333 421 390 Dumbarnie Golf Links, Upper Largo KY8 6JQ Fife +44 1334 845945 Charleton Golf Course Charleton House Colinsburgh Leven KY9 1HG Fife +44 1333 340 505 Elie Golf Course Golf Club Lane, Elie KY9 1AS Fife +44 1333 330301 Crail Golf Course, Crail Golfing Society, Anstruther KY10 3XN Fife +44 1333 450686 Anstruther Golf Course Shore Road Anstruther KY10 3DZ Fife +44 1592 782 589 Pitreavie Golf Course Queensferry Road Dunfermline KY11 8PR Fife +44 1383 722 591 Canmore Golf Course Venturefair Avenue Dunfermline KY12 0PE Fife +44 1383 724 969 Scotland's Golf Course Map Dunfermline Golf Course Cairneyhill Road Crossford Dunfermline KY12 8QW Fife +44 1383 723 534 Saline Golf Course Steelend Road Saline KY12 9LT Fife +44 1383 852 591 Kinross Golf Courses The Montgomery Golf Course The Bruce Golf Course 2 Muirs Kinross KY13 8AS Fife +44 1577 863 407 Milnathort Golf Course South Street Milnathort Kinross KY13 9XA Fife +44 1577 864 069 Burleigh Golf Course Milnathort Golf club South Street Milnathort KY13 9XA Fife +44 1577 864 069 Cupar Golf Course 19 Ceres Road Cupar KY15 5JT Fife +44 1334 653 549 Kingarrock Hickory Golf Hill of Tarvit Mansion House Cupar KY15 5PB Fife +44 1334 653 421 Elmwood Golf Course Stratheden Cupar KY15 5RS Fife +44 1334 658 780 Falkland Golf Course The Myre Falkland Cupar Fife KY15 7AA +44 01337 857 404 Ladybank Golf Course Ladybank Cupar KY15 7RA Fife +44 1337 830 814 Drumoig Golf Course Forgan Drive St Andrews KY16 0DW Fife +44 1382 541 800 St. Michaels Golf Course A919 Leuchars St Andrews KY16 0DX Fife +44 1334 838 666