Food and Drink Edinburgh, East Lothian, St Andrews and Ayrshire are popular golfing areas, but as everyone knows golfers require food and many like to drink. Golf is not just a sport to stay fit and enjoy competition with your friends but it is also social. To help the visitors I have put together a number of restaurants and pubs so you can enjoy your visit even more. With locally based transport you have no worries about drinking and driving. Golf Courses Transport Restaurants Edinburgh Tattu 18 West Register Street Edinburgh EH2 2AA 0131 558 1922 Cafe Andaluz 77B George Street, Edinburgh EH2 3ES +44 131 220 9980 Dishoom Edinburgh 3A St Andrew Square Edinburgh EH2 +44 131 202 6406 White Horse Oyster & Seafood Bar 266 Canongate Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH8 8AA +44 131 629 5300 Toro Latino Steakhouse 81 Fountainbridge, Edinburgh EH3 9PU +44 131 281 6374 Dine 10 Cambridge Street (1st Floor, above Traverse Theatre), Edinburgh EH1 2ED +44 131 218 1818 Karen's Unicorn 8b Abercromby Place Edinburgh EH3 6LB +44 131 556 6333 Chez Jules 109 Hanover Street, Edinburgh EH2 1DJ +44 131 226 6992 Restaurants Aberdeen Prince of Wales 7 Saint Nicholas Lane Aberdeen AB10 1HF +44 1224 640597 Gidi Grill - Aberdeen 263 Union Street Aberdeen AB11 6BR +44 1224 002187 The Silver Darling North Pier Pocra Quay Aberdeen AB11 5DQ +44 1224 576229 Maggie's Grill Unit 2 Mariscal Square Broad Street Aberdeen AB10 1BL +44 1224 635330 Bistro Verde The Green Aberdeen Aberdeen AB11 6NY +44 1224 586180 Poldino's 7 Little Belmont Street Aberdeen AB10 1JG +44 1224 647777 Restaurants East Lothian The Creel Restaurant 25 Lamer Street The Harbour, Dunbar EH42 1HJ +44 1368 650400 Black Agnes Restaurant 163 High Street, Dunbar EH42 1ES +44 1368 862711 Cucina Amore 37 Quality Street North Berwick EH39 4HR +44 1620 892216 The Grange Restaurant & Steakhouse 35 High Street North Berwick EH39 4HH 01620 893344 The Bonnie Badger Main Street Gullane EH31 2AB +44 (0)1620 621 111 Cuddie Brae - Pub & Grill 91 Newcraighall Road, Musselburgh EH21 8RX +44 131 657 1212 The Castle Inn Bar & Bistro Manse Road, Dirleton, North Berwick EH39 5EP +44 1620 850221 Linton Hotel & Steak House 3 Bridgend, East Linton EH40 3AF +44 1620 860202 The Leddie West Main Street, Longniddry EH32 0RE 01875 440644 Osteria 71 High Street, North Berwick EH39 4HG +44 1620 890589 The Main Course 40 Main Street, Gullane EH31 2AL +44 1620 842234 Restaurants St Andrews The Grange at St Andrews Grange Road, St Andrews KY16 8LJ +44 1334 472670 The Tailend Restaurant and Fish Bar 130 Market Street St Andrews KY16 9PD +44 1334 474070 The Adamson 127 South Street, St Andrews KY16 9UH +44 1334 479191 The Seafood Ristorante Bruce Embankment St. Andrews KY16 +44 1334 479475 Forgan's St Andrews 110 Market Street, St. Andrews KY16 9PB +44 1334 466973 Greyfriars Inn 129 North Street St. Andrews KY16 9AG +44 1334 474906 Little Italy 1-3 Logies Lane, St. Andrews KY16 9NL +44 1334 479299 Tulsi Indian and Thai Restaurant 62 Market Street, St. Andrews KY16 9NT +44 1334 470000 Restaurants Ayrshire Piersland House Restaurant Craigend Road Troon KA10 6HD +44 1292 314747 Wok Inn Oriental 22 West Portland Street Troon KA10 6AB +44 1292 317839 Mr Basrai's World Cuisines - Ayr 3-7 Beresford Terrace Ayr KA7 2ER +44 1292 267888 Vito's 74 Main Street Prestwick KA9 1PA +44 1292 474146 The Red Lion 9 The Cross Prestwick KA9 1AJ +44 1292 477177 Taj Bar & Kitchen 141 Main Street Prestwick KA9 1LA +44 1292 477318

Edinburgh Old Town Map pinpoints all the historic sites and attractions of old Edinburgh town. Covering the Grassmarket, Cowgate, West Bow. Candlemaker Row, George Square, University of Edinburgh. Edinburgh Attractions, museums, galleries, houses, churches, graveyards and the history. Edinburgh Old Town Map Edinburgh Old Town was a small area that surrounded the main old town Castlehill, Lawnmarket and High street Edinburgh with all the closes and alleyways of the main streets. The Grassmarket, Cowgate, West Bow, West Port, Bristo, The Vennel, Kings Stable Road all to the south of the main old town as the north was a cliff with the Loch at the foot. The map also shows the things to see in the original new town. Go to Edinburgh New Town Map for more Next - Map Edinburgh Suburbs Attractions

St Salvator's Chapel and Quad are the beginings of St Andrews University. The Clock tower with the ghost face and where hangings took place. A historic and interesting place to visit inside and outside. St Salvator's St Andrews University of St Andrews Originally St Andrews University circa 1550 was made up from three colleges. St Mary’s (1538) St Salvator’s (1450) and St Leonard’s (1512). In 1747 two colleges amalgamated. Forming the United College of St Salvator’s and St Leonard. St Salvator’s College being chosen as the home for the New United College. St Salvator's Clock Tower North Street St Andrews The tower which has a clock was built as a copy of Rules Tower in the Cathedral grounds with a flat roof. This was used circa 1545 as a gun emplacement to ward of potential invaders. The spire was added to the tower at a later date. The 2 images show the tower from the street and inside the quadrant. St Salvator's Clock Tower Plaque The St Salvator's clock and dials originally installed in 1853 by James Ritchie & Sons Clockmakers. Restored in 1999. St Salvator's Chapel St Salvator’s Chapel was founded in 1450 by Bishop James Kennedy as a College of the Holy Saviour. The main entrance to the chapel faces out onto North Street and not into the college courtyard. The Chapel had a dual role for both the college chapel and as a collegiate church for the community of St Andrews. St Salvator's Chapel Bishop Kennedy Bishop Kennedy decided to have his tomb constructed in his chapel. Between the consecration of the church and his death in 1465. In the recess is a large slab of black marble. Beneath is the tomb-chest in which Kennedy was interred. Provost Hugh Spens Set against the west wall of the chapel is the tombstone of Provost Hugh Spens who died in 1534. The memorial bears the only known illustration of the Scottish mediaeval academic garb of the period. St Salvator's Chapel Bishop Kennedy Coat of Arms James Kennedy was son of King Robert III daughter Mary. He was born 1408. He replace Bishop Wardlaw in 1440 being appointed by Pope Eugenius IV as Bishop of St Andrews. He was in 1444 appointed Chancellor of Scotland. He died in 1465 and place in his tomb in St Salvator’s Chapel Patrick Hamilton Cobbles (PH) The cobbles beneath the bell tower have the initials 'PH' set in to the cobbles, which marks the site of where 24-year-old Patrick Hamilton died in 1528, after being burnt at the stake for his Protestant beliefs. The Ghostly Face of Hamilton Look up above the gateway You will see a face carved in a stone This is said to be the face of The Martyred Patrick Hamilton. Patrick Hamilton Plaque The initials on the pavement nearby mark the spot where Patrick Hamilton member of the University was burned at the stake on 29th February 1528 at the age of 24. On the continent he had been greatly influenced by Martin Luther, and on his return to St Andrews he began to teach Lutheran Doctrines. Having been tried and found guilty of heresy he was condemned to death. Thus becoming the first martyr of the Scottish Reformation. St Salvator's Quadrangle The United College of St Salvator’s and St Leonard, is one of the oldest remaining parts of the University of St Andrews. St Andrews University had extended to three colleges.   St Salvator’s (1450), St Leonard’s (1512) and St Mary’s (1538). In 1747, the union of the two Arts colleges formed the United College of St Salvator and St Leonard. St Salvator’s College was chosen as the home for the new United College, the majority of the current buildings date from the 19th and early 20th century. St Salvator's Quadrangle Lower Hall St Salvator’s Quadrangle Flagstones of Alumni and Friends One of St Andrews University’s 600th anniversary fundraising initiative was Flagstones were Alumni and Friends of the University were offered opportunity to have their names engraved on the new flagstones to be placed in the Quadrangle. This was a great success with Alumni from all around the world responding, with memories from their years studying at the University of St Andrews. Lower College Halls St Salvator's Quadrangle St Salvator's Chapel Cloisters St Salvator's Quadrangle St Salvator's Chapel, Clock Tower and Cloisters

Markle Attractions East Lothian Markle was a village in East Lothian but due to its location there are only a number of residential houses and the Markle Fisheries. Markle was a hamlet that surrounded Markle Castle. Made Famous when Prince Harry married Megan Markle. Markle Fisheries East Lothian Markle Fisheries, Markle Steading, East Linton, EH40 3EB. Tel: 01620 851213. Open all year, 8am to dusk. 7 miles south, off the B1377 near East Linton. Parking. Fly fishing for top quality trout on three beautifully situated lochs. Fly fishing only on Markle and Monastery lochs, totalling 10 acres. Kinloch loch is bait and fly fishing. Night time sessions are available by arrangement. Lochs easily accessible for bank fishing only Markle Castle East Lothian There are only ruins that remain next to the Fisheries which would have been a loch around the castle protection against invaders. The Castle was built circa 1350 by the wealthy Hepburns. The Castle was attacked on many occasions burnt bombarded and partially destroyed, but throughout history there has been mentions of the Markle Castle being sold and in 1655 was purchased by the Kinloch family who retained the lands till the mid 20th century. Next - Ormiston

Looking for sightseeing and golf from Auchterarder in Perthshire to Grantown on Spey in the Highlands of Scotland. Perth the gateway to the highlands and many golf courses with fantastic views and wildlife. Perthshire Golf Courses Perth is the gateway to the highlands. Auchterarder and Gleneagles the first in Perthshire and to golf courses in the Inverness area. Then Brora Golf Course and the last mainland golf course Reay Golf Course in Thurso. With great golf courses and amazing scenery and wildlife. Scotland's Highlands are the place to play golf. Scotland's Golf Course Map Golf & Airport Transfers Golf Courses in Perthshire Auchterarder Golf Club Orchil Road Auchterarder PH3 1LS +44 1764 662804 Gleneagles Golf Courses Auchterarder PH3 1PJ 01764 662231 The Queens Course The King’s Course The PGA Centenary Course The Wee Course North Inch Golf Course Hay Street Perth PH1 5HS +44 1738 475478 King James VI Golf Club Moncreiffe Island Perth PH2 8NR +44 1738 632460 Pitlochry Golf Course Golf Course Road Pitlochry PH16 5QY +44 1796 472792 Golf Courses in Perthshire Carrbridge Golf Club Inverness Road Carrbridge PH23 3AU +441479841623 Newtonmore Golf Club Golf Course Road Newtonmore PH20 1AT +44 1540 673878 Spey Valley Golf Course Spey Valley Country Club, Dalfaber Drive Aviemore PH22 1ST +441479812920 Kingussie Golf Club Gynack Road Kingussie PH21 1LR +441540661600 Abernethy Golf Club Nethy Bridge PH25 3EB +44 1479 821305 Grantown-on-Spey Golf Club Golf Course Road Grantown-on-Spey PH26 3HY +44 1479 872079 Golf Courses in Perthshire Strathmore Golf Centre Leroch Alyth PH11 8NZ +44 1828 633322 Alyth Golf Club Alyth PH11 8HF +44 1828 632268 Glenisla Golf Course Pitcrocknie Alyth PH11 8JJ +44 7821 219647 Boat of Garten Golf & Tennis Club Nethybridge Road Boat of Garten PH24 3BQ +44 1479 831282 Abernethy Golf Club Nethy Bridge PH25 3EB +44 1479 821305 Grantown-on-Spey Golf Club Golf Course Road Grantown-on-Spey PH26 3HY +44 1479 872079

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

Edinburgh boat tours, take you round the islands of the Forth in a passenger boat or speed boat fast or slow see the sea lions and Puffins and 1000s of other birds get the history of each island and enjoy the day Edinburgh Boat Tours Cruise Boat or Speed Boat Tours Edinburgh Boat Tours take you up and down the Firth of Forth under the magnificent bridges and around the many islands of which most at one time were inhabited. The guide will tell you the history and facts about the islands. While you are cruising you will have the chance of seeing seal, dolphin whales otters and many different species of bird including the Puffins. There are also trips for diving, swimming, snorkeling and scuba There are a choice of boats to take your tour at high speed or in a cruise boat. ISLANDS OF THE FORTH Blue Wild Boat Trips Dunbar Harbour Dunbar East Lothian Edinburgh Scotland Seabird Catamaran Trips Scottish Seabird Centre, North Berwick, EH39 4SS East Lothian Scotland Maid of the Forth Boat Trips 2 Hawes Pier South Queensferry EH30 9TB City of Edinburgh Scotland Union Canal Boat Trips Narrow boat Gosling Lower Gilmore Bank Edinburgh EH3 9QP Scotland Braveheart Boat Trips The Harbour, North Berwick EH39 4SS East Lothian Scotland Braveheart Boat Trips The Harbour, North Berwick EH39 4SS East Lothian Scotland St Abbs Harbour Boat Charters, Sea Fishing, Dive Centre, Scuba, Snorkel, P.A.D.I. Queensferry Crossing Queensferry Edinburgh Forth Road Bridge Queensferry Edinburgh Forth Rail Bridge Queensferry Edinburgh Next - Edinburgh Walking Tours

Edinburgh New Town Market Street and East Market Street in Edinburgh is like one continuous road from the Mound and New Street running almost parallel with the Royal Mile The main access to Waverley Rail Station. Market Street Edinburgh The Street is named because there was a vegetable market on the northside where the Waverley Station stands. The Market gave way to the development of the station and the present Waverley Bridge in 1896. Looking towards the North Bridge down Market Street. Market Street begins at the Mound and ends at Jeffrey Street. Craig's close Craig's close which takes you half way up Cockburn Street. This close was famous for the Cape Club a secret gentleman's club with members such as Robert Fergusson, David Hume, Robert Burns, Walter Scott, James Hutton and Henry Raeburn. The club is no longer there. The Scotsman Steps The Scotsman Steps which take you to the North Bridge beside the Scotsman Hotel. 100 mtrs from the Royal Mile. The Edinburgh Dungeon The Dungeon is a ghost train with a historic story of Edinburgh, murderers and grave robbers The underground attraction with interactive rides historical events from Scottish history Edinburgh Dungeon The City Art Gallery and Cafe Edinburgh City Art Centre aims to encourage historic and contemporary Scottish visual and applied arts and help give everyone a journey into the world of art. There is also a Mimi's Bakehouse café available for food and drink. City Art Gallery The Fruitmarket Gallery Scotland's leading contemporary art Gallery that will have everyone enjoying art. Fruit Market Gallery Fleshmarket Close Fleshmarket Close takes you to the upper part of High Street near the Tron Kirk. Stop on the way up in the smallest pub in Edinburgh or Jinglin' Geordie's named after a famous Jeweller to the King click on sign for more Waverley Station Market Street Edinburgh EH1 1BB The entrance to Waverley Station which includes lift can be found on the north side of Market Street close to the North Bridge. Easy drop off and taxi pickup, Physic Garden Waverley Station, Edinburgh EH1 1BB From 1675 to 1763 the Edinburgh Physic Garden was near what is now platform 11 of Waverley Station. At the time it was close to the shores of a small lake, the Nor’ Loch. The site is now marked with a blue plaque. The garden had originally been established at Holyrood in 1670 by Sir Robert Sibbald and Sir Andrew Balfour, founder members of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh. They were inspired to found it by similar gardens they had seen in France. It existed to provide medicinal plants and to teach botany to medical students. Two physicians, Robert Sibbald (1641-1722), seen below, and Andrew Balfour (1630-1694), altered the way in which medicine was practised in Edinburgh. They, with others, established the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh, each was a founding Fellow and later became President. They had both travelled extensively in Europe during their studies of medicine. It is known that Sibbald met and stayed with the great Scottish gardener Morrison in Blois at the garden of the Duke of Orleans. East Market Street Edinburgh East Market Street Edinburgh East Market Street in Edinburgh was a connecting road to the Waverley Station with garages that were unused. Now it is a thriving area with cafes boutique shops and great views of Calton Hill. East Market Street starts just after the junction of Market Street and Jeffrey Street which is another way to the Royal Mile. East Market Street has a number of boutique style shops that are built under Jeffery Street. See below for a comprehensive list of the retail shops, Art Galleries, restaurants and accommodation. Also close to East Market Street the best entrance to Waverley Station as there is an elevator and escalators only one floor down to the Station concourse. The Taxi rank for the rail station starts just at the junction left under the bridge from the station exit. East Market Street East Market Street East Market Street in Edinburgh was a connecting road to the Waverley Station with garages that were unused. Now it is a thriving area with cafes boutique shops and great views of Calton Hill. Market Street the best entrance to Waverley Station and well positioned hotels. Edinburgh Council HQ Council headquarters. The sculpture of a man in a white shirt and black trousers standing on a multi-coloured scaffold tower created by Stephan Balkenhol German artist. The statue "man on the street". Next - Cockburn Street

University of Edinburgh from 1583 Edinburgh, university, medical, study, famous, students, Conan Doyle, Archibald Tait, William McEwan, General Reid, Concert Hall, Jex Blake, Elise Inglis, Walter, Old College, New Lidrary, Dick Vet, first Chinese Graduate and many other famous inventors and doctors. University of Edinburgh Kirk O’ Fields A description of the land and history of Kirk O’ Fields Prior to the building of the present college. In medieval Edinburgh the site of the University of Edinburgh where the Old College stands today belonged to the Abbey of Holyrood and at that time the 13th century collegiate Church of St Mary in the Fields stood on the same site. The area known at that time as Kirk o’ Fields. The church was damaged in 1544 by King Henry the VIII’s troops during the Burning of Edinburgh and became a ruin circa 1550. The University of Edinburgh was granted the site and opened in 1583. The Old College has not change since it was built in 1789. University of Edinburgh Old College Inscription; Academia Jacobi VI. Scotorum Regis Anno Post Christum Natum MDLXXXII Instituta; Sed Amplitudine Crescente Recens Extructa; Regnante Georgio III. Principe Munificentissimo; Urbis Praefecto Thoma Elder; Academiae Primario Gulielmo Robertson. Architecto Roberto Adam. MDCCLXXXIX." TRANSLATION The Academy of James VI. King of Scots was founded in the year after Christ, 1582; but was recently built with increasing scope; in the reign of George III. Most Generous Prince; Thomas Elder, Governor of the City; William Robertson, Principal of the Academy. Architect Robert Adam. 1789." University of Edinburgh Plaques There are a number of medallions on the walls of the Old College (known as the New College) in the quadrangle of the University of Edinburgh on South Bridge and also history story boards The medallions below give information on who the people of the medallions are. 1 Robert Rollock , born 1555 died 1599 first principal and first professor to teach at Edinburgh University 1583. He was previously the Regent of St Andrews University in 1580. 2 Robert Adam, Architect of the Edinburgh University New College 1789. 3 James Boswell, Advocate, traveller, journalist. In 1753-1758: Boswell attended the University of Edinburgh. Discovered by scholars in the 1920s, Boswell's long-lost journals was one of the major literary discoveries of the 20th century. In his detailed and honest journal entries from the early 1760's until shortly before his death, we get his unique first-hand observations of life and personalities in the second half of the 18th century. 4 James Miranda Barry lived as a man and is believed to be the first female graduate of the University of Edinburgh in 1812. She was also an army surgeon and Inspector General of hospitals in Canada. 5 William Henry Playfair Designed the quadrangle in the New University College 1815. 6 James Lorimer , Regius Professor of Public Law at Edinburgh University for 28 years. 7 William James He was invited to Edinburgh University to give a lecture at the Gifford Lectures 1901-1902 Gifford lectures appointment is one of the most prestigious honours in Scottish academia. 1 ROBERT ROLLOCK 4 MIRANDA BARRY 2 ROBERT ADAM 5 WILLIAM HENRY PLAYFAIR 3 JAMES BOSWELL 6 JAMES LORIMER 7 WILLIAM JAMES University of Edinburgh History The University of Edinburgh first opened in 1583 with one teacher and one class in an area called Kirk o’ Fields now known as the Old College in the South Bridge Edinburgh. Today the University of Edinburgh has five areas (campus). The University Central Area is primarily centred on George Square Edinburgh and Bristo Square Edinburgh. The King’s Buildings Campus was founded in 1920 and can be entered from West Mains Road Edinburgh and Mayfield Road Edinburgh, the Campus dedicated to Edinburgh University for the sciences. Western General Hospital is the University of Edinburgh’s centre for Molecular Medicine. Easter Bush Campus is for veterinary Studies, Little France Campus has two buildings, The Chancellor' Building is the Medical School and main undergraduate teaching and learning centre. The Queen's Medical Research Institute provides facilities for high quality interdisciplinary research. On top of the dome of the Old College stands a statue for over 100 years holding a torch called Golden Boy. Modelled by a local boxer Toni Hall and created by John Hutchison. in 1888, the 6 foot (2 m) statue was first unveiled to the residents of Edinburgh. University of Edinburgh Law School First Chair in Law Charles Areskine (Erskine) born Dumfries 1680 and went to the High School in Edinburgh before St Andrews University. He became regent of the University of Edinburgh at the age of 20 in November 1700 in 1707 became the first Chair in Law, the Regius Chair of Public Law and the Law of Nature and Nations. He also became Lord Tinwald, a Member of Parliament, served as Solicitor General and Lord Advocate and was Lord Justice Clerk until his death in 1763 at the age of 83. University of Edinburgh New College Plaque South Bridge Edinburgh The foundation stone was laid on the 16th November 1789. This plaque commemorates the 200th anniversary of the stone being laid. Talbot Rice Art Gallery Old College Quadrangle South Bridge Edinburgh The Talbot Rice Gallery was named after David Talbot Rice professor of Fine Art at Edinburgh University and an Art historian. In 1967 Talbot Rice became Vice Principal of the University of Edinburgh. He died in Edinburgh in March 1972. The Gallery can be found in the University of Edinburgh Old College on South Bridge. Entrance is in the far south west corner of the quadrangle. Talbot Rice King's Buildings University of Edinburgh The King's Buildings is a dedicated campus of Edinburgh University for the sciences. Science has been studied at Edinburgh University since the University was established in 1583. King George V, who endorsed the need for a dedicated science campus for the University laid the foundation stone for the first building in 1920 and the campus was named after him. The first building was for Chemistry and named after Joseph Black. Joseph Black FRSE FRCPE FPSG born 1728 and died at the age of 71. A physician and chemist, known for his discoveries of latent heat, specific heat, and carbon dioxide. The Zoology Building dates from 1928. David Brewster K.R. Statue University of Edinburgh King's Buildings David Brewster was born in Jedburgh a town in the Scottish Borders 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. His statue can be found in the King’s Buildings, one of the University of Edinburgh campus. University of Edinburgh The original site Blackfriars' Abbey Britain is becoming the Egypt of the North. A car park in England reveals a King and another in Edinburgh reveals a Knight. This is one of the first photographs of the Knight found in High School Yards Edinburgh. The Blackfriars' (Dominican) Friary once stood on the land. King Alexander 2nd brother of King David 1st son of King Malcolm 3rd built a church on the land and bestowed a royal residence to the monks in 1130. This is also near to where the murdered body of Mary Queen of Scot's husband, Lord Darnley, was found in 1567. The monastery and church were destroyed in 1558. What is now Infirmary Street, bottom left (Lady Yester’s Church). Where the Friary stood was the Royal High School and on the right side of the street was the Royal Infirmary and finally the University moved in and has two buildings, one where the church had been and the other where the friary had stood. 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 Balckfriars Abbey 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 Abbey burial ground McEwan Hall University of Edinburgh Graduation Hall William McEwan (16 July 1827 – 12 May 1913) was a Scottish politician and brewer. He founded the Fountain Brewery in 1856 which became Scottish and Newcastle Breweries Ltd. William McEwan presented The McEwan Hall to the University of Edinburgh in 1897. The building is based on an ancient Greek theatre. The McEwan Hall is the Graduating Hall of the University of Edinburgh and can be found in the Central Area South Campus in Bristo Square. William McEwan MP was a benefactor of the Medical School and Graduation Hall of Edinburgh University. Above the main entrance of the McEwan Hall can be seen a semi-circle with a scene with nine figures, showing a graduation. The figures are all dressed in academic robes and the central figure is of the rector on a raised platform placing a book on a graduate’s head signify the students graduation. Teviot Row University of Edinburgh Student Union In 1884 the Students’ Representative Council of Edinburgh University was formed. The Student Union Building was opened on the 19 October 1889. The Edinburgh University Students’ Association was founded in 1973 which is when all male and female students were automatically members of the union on joining Edinburgh University as a student. University of Edinburgh Edinburgh Medical School The Old Medical School Teviot Place Edinburgh has long been recognised as one of the leading and oldest Medical Schools in the world. The Medical School has links with 6 Nobel Prize winners. Edinburgh has had medical teaching from as far back as the early 1500s and The Royal College of Physicians was opened in 1681. Elsie Inglis Quadrangle University of Edinburgh Edinburgh Medical School Edinburgh University Medical School Elsie Inglis Quadrangle where all the plaques on this page can be found as well as the Anatomy Surgery and Museum. Sophie Jex-Blake Edinburgh 7 Sophie Jex-Blake, Isabel Thorne, Edith Pechey, Matilda Chaplin, and Helen Evans. Mary Anderson and Emily Bovell Sophia Jex Blake Sophia Louisa Jex-Blake born 21 January 1840 became a doctor and teacher. She was the leader of a campaign to secure women access to a University education. Known as the Edinburgh Seven when she and six other women banded together and protested outside the medical school. Which gave recognition to the women wanting to study medicine and the University of Edinburgh granted them the rights to study for a degree in medicine in 1869. She was the first practising female doctor in Scotland (1878). Living in 4 Manor Place Edinburgh she erected a brass plate inscribed with Doctor Sophia Jex Blake. The little outpatient clinic in Grove Street became the Edinburgh Hospital and Dispensary for Women. This was Scotland’s first hospital for women staffed entirely by women. Sophia Jex-Blake opened Edinburgh Provident Dispensary for Women and Children at 73 Grove Street in 1878. This was the fore runner of Bruntsfield Hospital. Bruntsfield Hospital was previously Sophia Jex Blake’s home and she sold it to the Hospital committee in 1899. The renovated it and made it into the first general hospital for women. The Hospital finally closed in 1989 Elsie Inglis Graduated from Edinburgh University in 1899 after Sophia Jex-Blake who she had an ongoing rivalry with, as Sophia Jex Blake had been the leader of the Edinburgh 7 group who fought for the right of entry for women to the Edinburgh medical School. Louisa Stevenson campaigned specifically for women to be allowed medical training and to qualify as doctors. She joined with Sophia Jex Blake to found the women’s medical college. Louisa later became a member of the executive committee of the National Union of Women’s suffrage society. University of Edinburgh Edinburgh Medical School Graduates of Note Richard Bright, Thomas Addison, Thomas Hodgkin each individual gave the first complete and accurate description of the medical condition which were named after them; Bright’s Disease (Acute post-streptococcal hemorrhagic glomerulonephritis described in 1836), Addison’s Disease (Adrenocortical insufficiency described in 1849), Addisonian Anaemia (Pernicious Anaemia Vitamin B12 deficiency described in 1849), Hodgkin’s Disease ( Lymphadenoma Hodgkin Lymphoma described in 1836). Edinburgh Medical School James Lind MD F.R.C.PE / F.R.S.E "The Hippocrates of Naval Medicine" James Lind born in Edinburgh in 1716 became a surgeon's mate and carried out experiments on sailors with scurvy and proved that citrus was a cure, however, the navy did not implement his findings for a further 40 years and when they did scurvy was eradicated from the navy. He retired from the Navy in 1748 at the age of 32 and enrolled in the University of Edinburgh for medical qualifications. Plaque inscription on plaque reads: The province has been mine to deliver precepts | the power is in others to execute | 1716 | 1794 | James Lind | MD. (Edin) r.c.p.e. f.r.s.e. |”the Hippocrates of naval medicine” | author of | a treatise of the scurvy | an essay on preserving the | health of seamen| an essay on diseases incidental | to Europeans in hot climates | these works led to the conquest | of scurvy the development of | modern naval hygiene and the / growth of tropical medicine / this plaque is presented in honour of | the first experimental nutritionist. |a great physician and scientist | by | the sunkist growers of citrus fruit | in California and Arizona | 22nd May 1953 University of Edinburgh Edinburgh Medical School North America During the 50 years between 1749 and 1799, 117 Americans received medical degrees from the University of Edinburgh Medical School. Included in the degree recipients were; John Morgan who founded the first North American Medical School. The Medical School of the college of Philadelphia. The first faculty were John Morgan, William Shippen, Casper Wistar, Adam Kuhn and Benjamin Rush Benjamin Rush and Dr John Witherspoon also degree recipients were both signatories of the declaration of Independence. University of Edinburgh McGill University This tablet has been erected by McGill University to commemorate the 250th anniversary of The University of Edinburgh faculty as a symbol of the historic bond between them and in memory of the four founders of the faculty of medicine of McGill University, William Caldwell, Andrew R Holmes, William Robertson, John Stephenson all whom received their training at the University of Edinburgh. James McGill was born in Glasgow Scotland on October 6, 1744 and founded the McGill University in 1821. University of Edinburgh Professor John Hughes Bennett Professor John Hughes Bennett MD Edin. Hon LLD Edin. FRCP Edin. FRSE 1812 – 1875. Professor of the institutes of medicine, University of Edinburgh. An outstanding physician, physiologist, pathologist and great teacher who in 1845 was the first to identify the disease leukaemia. Charles Darwin University of Edinburgh Charles Darwin lived at 11 Lothian Street while attending the University of Edinburgh, Medical School in 1825 for a 2 year period. He was unable to pass the exams and returned home. He was born 1809 in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England and died 1882 in Downe, Kent. His uncle, also Charles Darwin, died in Edinburgh at the age of 19 while attending the University in 1778. He achieved, and was given many accolades for his expertise in medical science. University of Edinburgh Famous Graduates Sir Robert Sibbald, Sir James Young Simpson, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Lord Henry Lister all graduated from the University of Edinburgh. Sir Robert Sibbald Professor of Medicine 1685 -1722 was founder of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh. Sir James Young Simpson was a pioneer of anaesthetics, Professor of Midwifery 1810 -1870. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle was a medical graduate of the university author and creator of Sherlock Holmes, Lord Henry Lister was a founder of antiseptic and aseptic surgery regius professor of clinical surgery 1869 – 1877. All the plaques can be found in The Elsie Inglis Quadrangle of the Medical School in Teviot Place Edinburgh. University of Edinburgh Polish School of Medicine The Polish School of Medicine was founded on 24 February 1941 In an agreement between the University of Edinburgh and the Polish Government-in-Exile in London. At this time it was the only Polish higher educational institution in the world. here were more than 300 Polish students attended the school, 227 achieved a medical diploma and a further 19 graduated with an MD. The Inscription on the plaque reads; In the dark days of 1941 when Polish universities were destroyed and Polish professors died in concentration camps, the University of Edinburgh established the Polish School of Medicine. This memorial was set up by the students, lecturers and professors of the Polish School of Medicine in gratitude to the University of Edinburgh for the part it played in the preservation of Polish science and learning. JAKO WYRAZ WDZIECZNOŚCI UNIWERSYTETU EDINBURSKEIGO ZA UTWORZENIE POLSKIEJ PLACÓWKI NAUKOWEJ W EDYNBURGU PŁYTĘ TĘ OFIAROWALI STUDENCI WYKŁADOWCY I PROFESOROWIE POLSKIEGO WYDZIAŁU LEKARSKIEGO 1941 – 1949. Anatomical Museum 1884 Old Medical School The Museum of Anatomy in the Medical School in Teviot place is full of wonderful things and you can even see the murderer William Burke’s skeleton free of charge when open to the public. Museum of Anatomy Reid Concert Hall University of Edinburgh The Reid Concert Hall named after General John Reid was born John Robertson and was educated at the University of Edinburgh. He change his name to his mother’s maiden name of Reid. On his death he left a sum of money to the University for a Chair of Music to be established and other purposes. The Chair of music was established in 1839. The Reid Concert Hall was founded in February of 1858 and is part of the Reid School of Music. The Concert Hall is named after General John Reid in his honour. Edinburgh Southside George Square and Gardens Buccleuch Place University of Edinburgh Bush Estate Veterinary College The Bush Estate Professor O. Charnock Bradley Building and Kelpie sculpted by John Scott The inscription on the plaque reads; “CANTER” by Andy Scott | unveiled by | HRH, The Princess Royal | Chancellor of the University of Edinburgh and | Patron of the Royal (Dick) Vet School of Veterinary Studies | on 1st May 2018 | “Canter” by Andy Scott William Dick Founder Edinburgh Veterinary College William Dick was born in 1793 in White Horse Close in the Canongate. William Dick was educated at Mr Kesson’s school in Shakespeare Square which was located at the east end of Edinburgh at the foot of the North Bridge. The square was demolished in 1860. The first veterinary College was in Clyde Street on the site of where the present bus station is now. The College moved to the site of Summerhall, William Dick the Veterinary Science department is now at the Bush Estate. In 1906, the College was named the Royal (Dick) Veterinary College and became part of the University of Edinburgh in 1951. Royal Dick Veterinary College The Royal Dick Veterinary College known locally as the Dick Vet can be found in the internal square of what is now home to Edinburgh’s newest and biggest arts and science venue. Summerhall is open to the public all year around and there are theatre and gallery spaces, libraries and small museums, studios and workshops. There is also a Café and Bar. The Royal Dick veterinary College is part of the University of Edinburgh and is on the Bush campus. The original site was where one of the first of the many breweries in Edinburgh was opened. You can find out the history of the site and building on your visit. You can also see a working micro-Brewery and taste the beer if over 18 years old. University of Edinburgh Pollock Halls . The area that Pollock Halls Stands on had a house on the land known as Arthursley, this could have been renamed prior to the Dicks of Prestonfield purchased the house and land. The house purchased around 1770 was known as Salisbury Green . Later the Nelson (Neilson) family who owned the printers that stood nearby purchased the property in 1860 and built a further 2 property in 1869 called St Leonard’s Hall and Abden Hall. The properties were then purchased by Sir J D Pollock the rector of the University of Edinburgh in 1939 and later he gifted them to the university to be used as student accommodation. Salisbury Green is used as a Hotel and conference facility and St Leonard’s Hall is a wedding venue and function suite while Abden House was left for accommodation for the faculty it is now the Confucius Chinese Institute. University of Edinburgh Logo The medallion on the Mercat Cross in Parliament Square Royal Mile Edinburgh. University of Edinburgh New College The new college, Assembly Hall was built in 1846 as a Theological College, and a home for the Church of Scotland in 1929. The General Assembly is held here annually in May. This is also where in 1989 the majority of the Scottish members of parliament signed a document to claim the right for Scotland to have an independent parliament. The Assembly hall was used as a debating hall of the Scottish Parliament for 5 years between 1999 -2004. The Assembly Hall has also been used by the Edinburgh International Festival for many years. The Spire behind the Assembly Hall is The Hub on the Castlehill. In the main courtyard of the New College stands a statue of John Knox the leader of the protestant reformation and founder of the Presbyterian Church. Born in 1514 and died in 1572 his grave is in the car park of St Giles Cathedral. James Stuart Blackie Look up above the shops on North Bank Street to see the window with the memorial to James Blackie 1809 -1895 a University of Edinburgh Professor in Greek and German. He left 250, 19th century Greek books to the University Library which are still being used by students today. He was born in Aberdeen and studied in Germany and Italy. He was the inspiration behind the founding of the Celtic chair of the University of Edinburgh. The entrance to his house can be seen in Makars’ Court (Blackie House). Nobel Prize Winner Peter Ware Higgs University of Edinburgh Peter Ware Higgs and François Englert jointly won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2013 for their discovery of the “theoretical discovery of a mechanism that contributes to our understanding of the origin of mass of subatomic particles”. In 2012 Peter Ware Higgs and François Englert carried out two experiments at the CERN laboratory Switzerland which confirmed the existence of the Higgs particle. About Peter Ware Higgs Professor Higgs PhD was born in Newcastle upon Tyne in May 1929 he graduated from King’s College London and continued his studies and graduated with a masters in Physics in 1952 two years later in 1954 he gained a PhD Peter Higgs was an affiliate of University of Edinburgh, at the time of his discovery. He has lived in Edinburgh since moving and is married with two sons. Peter Higgs has received many honours including a Knighthood which he rejected for personal reasons. The University of Edinburgh has named a chair after him and also a centre (The Higgs Centre for Theoretical Physics). He is now a retired professor and grandfather living in Edinburgh. Nobel Prize Award The Nobel Prize award ceremony is held in Stockholm, Sweden annually where the award winners are presented with a diploma and a medal by His Royal Majesty the King of Sweden speeches and speeches honouring the Nobel Laureates and their discovery or work, this ceremony has been taking place since 1934. University of Edinburgh Bristo Square Central Campus Edinburgh University or to be correct University of Edinburgh is a large part of Edinburgh today and has been around for over 425 years. Below is the Central Campus meeting area Bristo Square where the graduation Hall sits centre stage. The Edinburgh University Student Union Building is close by, as is the Reid Concert Hall and many other places of learning. All students will with dedication take their place in the McEwan Hall of Graduation where their careers will start. University of Edinburgh Bristo Square The McEwan Lantern Pillar The Pillar was unveiled in 1897 at the time the McEwan Hall was opened. The Hall and Lantern were erected by donation from William McEwan. The Light is to signify the ever pursuit of Knowledge. Blue Plaque Women of Achievement Mary Crudelius Edinburgh Ladies’ Educational Association Mary Crudelius was a campaigner for women’s education and a supporter of women’s suffrage movement. She was born in 1839 to Scottish parents and was educated in Edinburgh She with another set up the Edinburgh Ladies’ Educational Association to help give equal educational opportunities for women. She died before her goal was achieved, for access to universities for women undergraduates which was achieved in 1892. Edith Mary Burnet was born in in 1888 and became Britain’s first qualified woman architect Mary Crudelius was her grandmother. Archbishop of Canterbury Archibald Campbell Tait Archibald Campbell Tait Archbishop of Canterbury from 1868 – 1882 was born in Edinburgh and this memorial is on the site of the house where he was born in December 1811. A student at Oxford University he later became a tutor at Balliol College in 1835. In 1842 he became headmaster of Rugby School. He became the Archbishop in 1868. The memorial can be found at the south end of the McEwan Hall. The inscription on the monument reads; To commemorate in his native country the piety the virtues and the wisdom of Archibald Campbell Tait Archbishop of Canterbury 1868 - 1882 Friends and admirers in Scotland have erected this monument on the site of the house which he was born. Next - Buccleuch Place Edinburgh

High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh is the largest part of the old town. High Street 2 is the Upper Northside with the famous 17th century Real Mary King's Close. All About Edinburgh has listed all attractions of the High Street in 4 pages. High Street Upper Northside Royal Mile Edinburgh High Street History High Street was the most populated part of Edinburgh, with tenement buildings up to 11 stories high. On November 15th 1824 a tenement of 11 stories on the upper or High Street West, southside caught alight and was the beginning of the worst fire in the history of Edinburgh. Starting at around 10 pm that evening the fire spread from the tenement in Assembly Close to buildings in Old Fishmarket close. Down to the Tron Kirk in the east. It also spread south along the Cowgate. The fire was finally extinguished the next morning 12 hours from when it had started. That was not the end, as another fire started at 10 pm that evening which destroyed what was left on the south side of the High Street. All but St Giles Cathedral and the Parliament buildings were saved. Over four hundred families were left homeless. High Street Upper Northside Royal Mile Edinburgh Byre's Close Royal Mile Advocate's Close Royal Mile Roxburgh's Close Royal Mile Warriston's Close Royal Mile Writer's Court Royal Mile Mary King's Close Allan's Close Royal Mile Craig's Close Royal Mile Anchor Close Royal Mile Geddes' Entry Royal Mile North Foulis' Close Royal Mile Old Stamp Office Close Royal Mile Lyon's Close Royal Mile Jackson's Close Royal Mile Fleshmarket Close Royal Mile Cockburn Street North Bridge Byre’s Close High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh Byres Close is where Adam Bothwell the Bishop of Orkney’s Mansion stood. Last to reside in the Close was said to be one of the wealthiest people in Scotland Sir William Dick of Braid, Lord Provost of Edinburgh in 1638 and relation to the Baronets of Prestonfield. Advocate’s Close High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh Advocate’s Close was named after Sir James Stewart of Goodtrees (Lord Advocate of Scotland 1692 – 1713). The Stewart family owned and lived in the Close from 1648 – 1769. Advocates Close has had many names as the name would change by the owner at the time. Oliver Cromwell visited here on two occasions. other occupants of the Close were David Dalrymple, Lord Westhall, Andrew Crosbie and the artist John Scougal to William III. Also the Mansion of Bishop Bothwell circa 1590. There are two doorway with inscribed lintels No 2 Old Scottish tradition the initials of both husband and wife and date they moved in to house, Clement Cor built the tenement circa 1590, his wife, Helen Bellenden.Inscriptions : C.C H.B SPES . ALTERA . VITAE (Hope The Other Life). 1590 The other lintel Inscriptions : O Lord (not readable). Roxburgh’s Close High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh Roxburgh’s Close on the north side of the High Street in the Royal Mile Edinburgh is named after John Roxburgh a chef and Burgess of Edinburgh in 1605. As most close’s the name changed with the owner of the land as this was owned originally by Henry Cant who owned property in Advocate’s Close. The Close is also famous for another resident Donnchadh Ban MacIntyre a famous Gaelic Poet. At the foot of Roxburgh’s Close is a courtyard which I believe was part of Writers’ Court as the doorway from Warriston’s close that enters the building where Zizzi restaurant stands has a lintel with the initials of the Chambers brothers Robert and William and the date 1851. In the centre of Roxburgh Court are four iron slabs with carvings and dates with names. The four slabs represent the trees that once stood in the courtyard and the dates of their planting. The trees are from new world destinations of the time. 1725 Acer Saccharinum (silver maple from North American Maple).1767 Betula dalecarlica (A Swedish Birch tree from Sweden), 1842 Betula Utilis (Himalayan Birch Tree from Nepal), 1906 Sorbus Commixta (Japanese rowan tree from Japan). Warriston’s Close High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh Warriston’s Close named after Lord Warriston who lived in the close, as did Sir Thomas Craig of Riccarton. William and Robert Chambers who lived in Writers’ Close on the west side of Warriston’s Close were just a few of the famous residents. The previous name of the close were Bruce’s Close after Robert Bruce of Stirling who lived here in 1566. Access to Warriston Close can also be gained from Roxburgh’s Close. Thee other more famous close which can be accessed from Warriston’s Close is Real Mary King’s Close. This close can only be accessed from the attraction as this is an underground street and possibly buried when the plague was at its height. John Knox Manse Warriston's Close High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh The site of John Knox’s Manse can be found in Warriston’s Close. Go in the Archway marked Warriston’s Close and Writer’s Court and turn left and down steps and you will see the plaque next to a black door. Other people who lived here are Sir Archibald Johnston (Lord Warriston) 1611 -1663, who named the Close. As the naming of closes and land (tenements) was usually done by the owners. Writers’ Court High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh Writers' Court is found off Warriston's Close The lintel of the door is where the court once stood. The initials are WC (William Chambers) a publisher and printer like his brother RC (Robert Chambers). They lived in Writers' Court in 1851. Real Mary King’s Close High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh This is a real look back in to Edinburgh’s past. The underground streets and places where the people of Edinburgh lived, a historically accurate example of life in Edinburgh between the sixteenth and nineteenth centuries, Tales of ghosts, legends and murders. Where the plague victims were walled up and left to die. Take the guided tour based on a onetime resident, and listen to the fascinating stories. Real Mary Kings Close Edinburgh and the entrance to the underground street. Edinburgh City Chambers High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh Exchange Buildings foundation stone was laid in September 1753 by the Grand Master of the Scottish masons George Drummond. The New Royal Exchange was completed in 1761. Designed by John Adam. In 1811 it became the City Chambers when the Town Council moved here from the Tolbooth. The Edinburgh Council Chambers was extended in 1904 and 1934 it has served as the administrative centre for Edinburgh Corporation, since 1975 for the Council of the City of Edinburgh The inscription on the bronze plaque reads; THE CITY CHAMBERS – FORMERLY – THE ROYAL EXCHANGE – DESIGNED BY JOHN ADAM THE ELDEST OF THE ADAM BROTHERS. – THIS BUILDING WAS ERECTED 1753 – 1761 – AS AN EXCHANGE AND CUSTOMS HOUSE – IN 1811 IT BECAME THE CITY CHAMBERS – WHEN THE TOWN COUNCIL MOVED HERE FROM THE TOLBOOTH. – EXTENDED IN 1904 AND 1924 IT SERVED AS – THE ADMINISTRATIVE CENTRE FOR EDINBURGH CORPORATION – AND SINCE 1978 FOR THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDINBURGH – PRESENTED IN 1983 BY THE OLD EDINBURGH CLUB FOUNDED IN THE OLD COUNCIL CHAMBERS 29 JANUARY 1908 – Lord Provost George Drummond, laid the foundation-stone in September 1753. Edinburgh Award Golden Hands High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh Award printed on the paving stones of the City Chambers quadrangle you can see the golden hands of famous people awarded by Edinburgh, such as Author J.K. Rowling Olympic champion cyclist Sir Chris Hoy, Artist Richard Demarco, Author Ian Rankin, Singer Annie Lennox, Scientist Professor Peter Higgs, George Kerr CBE Judo 10th Dan, Dame Elizabeth Blackadder Painter, 46664 Concert Nelson Mandela speech. Tom Gilzean icon of the Royal Mile, Ken Buchanan Boxer, Undisputed World Lightweight Champion. The High Constables of Edinburgh Plaque Edinburgh’s Police Force, in the year 1611 the privy council of King James VI ordered the Burgh to appoint constables to impose law and order on the streets of Edinburgh. This was taken over by a regular police force in Edinburgh in 1805. Alexander the Great with his Horse Bucephalus City Chambers High Street Edinburgh The statue that stands in Edinburgh City Chambers quadrangle is of Alexander the Great and his horse Bucephalus. The statue was cast in Bronze in 1883. The wondrous horse Bucephalus the horse that Alexander the Great rode for thousands of miles and through many battles to create his mighty empire. Both Horse Bucephalus and owner Alexander the Great tower over the square of Edinburgh City Chambers on the High Street in the Royal Mile. General Stanislaw Wadyslaw Maczek Statue 1892 -1994 General Stanislaw Wadyslaw Maczek reach the rank Lieutenant General in the Polish army and was the commander of the 1st Polish Panzer Division in World War II. Stanislaw was born in Lwow Poland in 1892 fought in the 1st World War with the Austrian Army and in the 2nd World War was Commander of the new formed 1st Polish Armoured Division, nicknamed “Black Division” which was created in February 1942 at Duns in Scotland. Stanislaw and his Polish Army numbering circa 1600 were trained over 2 years in Scotland before they took park in the Normandy Landings in 1944. He and his men were instrumental in the major part of the war in France and Germany and after the war he was left homeless. A friend and Sargent in his command gave him a job in his bar in Edinburgh. In 1985 he was invited to the city of Breda in the Netherlands for the anniversary of its liberation were he was given a heroes welcome. When he died at the age of 102 years in 1994 he was buried in the Polish military cemetery in Breda Netherlands. The Black Turnpike High Street Royal Mile Mary Queen of Scots Last Night in Edinburgh 1567. The Black Turnpike, also known as the ‘Auld Bishop of Dunkeld’s lodging’ was built in 1461 on the south side of the High Street immediately west of where the Tron Kirk now stands. It was demolished in 1788 to make way for Hunter Square and Blair Street. The plaque can be seen on the wall of the City Chambers.The inscription reads “On this site stood the lodging of Sir Simon Preston of Craigmillar (known as the Black Turnpike) the lord provost of the city of Edinburgh 1566 – 1567 in which lodging Mary Queen of Scotland after her surrender to the confederate lords at Carberry Hill was imprisoned overnight in Edinburgh 15 June 1567 in a stone chamber 13-foot square and 8-foot high. On the following evening she was conveyed to Holyrood and thereafter to Loch Leven Castle as a state prisoner. After 19 years of captivity, Mary was tried and condemned to death in October 1586, ending only with her execution at Fotheringhay on 8 February 1587”. To see more about Mary Queen of Scots visit Jedburgh where you can walk round where she once lived. With many interesting artefacts on display. Hugh Miller (1802 – 1856) Plaque High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh Geologist Naturalist and Folklorist. There is a bust of Hugh Miller in the Hall of Heroes at the Wallace Monument in Stirling. Hugh Miller was editor of Witness, an evangelical newspaper established in 1840 by the Scottish geologist and writer. He committed suicide in December 1856. A shocked Western world mourned him, and his funeral procession was among the largest in the memory of Edinburgh residents. He lived in the seaside area of Portobello. The City of Edinburgh War Memorial The memorial in front of the City Chambers building in the High Street Royal Mile. The stone of remembrance is to commemorate the people of Edinburgh who lost their lives in the 1st and 2nd World Wars It was unveiled on Armistice Day 1927 by Prince Henry, Duke of Gloucester son of King George V. Allan’s Close High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh Allan’s Close was removed when the City Chambers extended their premises but a part of Allan’s Close remains underground and can only be seen on the Real Mary King’s Close tour of the old streets of Edinburgh. The Close has had several names over time and each has been from the owner that lived there at the time. Craig’s Close High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh The access to Craig’s Close from the High Street was closed when the Council offices were built in 1932. Link to Craig's Close Anchor Close High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh Anchor’s Close was named after a tavern that was at the top of the close in 1714. The Close ran from the High Street to Market Street before Cockburn Street was built and dissected it. In 1718 it change Landlords to and Dawney Douglas’s Tavern which was a meeting place of the Crochallan Fencibles, a club with a membership of a number of the most distinguished men of the town. The Crochallan Fencibles Club was founded by William Smellie, a printer who founded the Encyclopaedia Britannica. He also printed the first Edinburgh edition of Burns in 1787. Anchor Close has had many names as the name would change by the owner at the time. The Crochallan Fencibles was a convivial club for gentlemen which met in Dawney Douglas’s Tavern. William Smellie’s Printed Burns Poems and Allan Masterton wrote the music for Burns songs were also members of the club. Dawney Douglas’s Tavern was a very popular place as it served very good food at a very affordable price. On the east side of the Close there are two 17th-century buildings, originally of four storeys. A doorway on the west side of the Close has a 17th-century inscription ”LORD BE MERCIFUL TO ME” and was the entrance to Dawney Douglas’s Tavern where the Crochallan Fencibles Club met. Geddes’ Entry High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh John Kay 1742 – 1826 Geddes’ Entry connects with North Foulis’ Close and Old Stamp Office Close and was named after Robert Geddes of Scotstoun a surgeon by profession. On the front wall above the shops can be seen a plaque to John Kay. John Kay was a trained Barber and opened a shop at High Street where he became established and a member of the corporation of barber-surgeons in 1771. John Kay then changed his trade to become a successful painter of miniatures and also publishing sketches and caricatures of the local people which many were unhappy about the way they were portrayed. North Foulis’ Close High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh North Foulis Close named after John Foulis, who owned the land were he traded as an apothecary (Chemist) and owner of a tenement in the close it was North because of further down the High Street was South Foulis’ Close at No 32 with no connection to this close or owner, near to Hyndford’s Close. James Gillespie James Gillespie was an Edinburgh city merchant and founder of James Gillespie’s Hospital and School. The hospital opened in 1802 and could accommodate up to 66 Pensioners and the school. The school was originally sited at Gillespie Crescent near to the original hospital at Wright’s house. James Gillespie was born in Edinburgh on the 28 April 1726 and died at his home in Spylaw, Colinton a suburb of Edinburgh on 8 April 1797. His brothers, John and James were Tobacco and snuff merchants at 231 High street Edinburgh and had their own factory at the back of their house at Spylaw. Due to the civil war in the Americas they were a main British supplier to the trade and controlled the prices at the time. The inscription on the plaque reads; Formerly | the shop of | James Gillespie | of Spylaw | Tobacco and Snuff | Manufacturer | Founder of | James Gillespie’s | Hospital | and Schools | died 8 April 1797 | erected by | The governors 1883 Old Stamp Office Close High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh The Close’s in Edinburgh were named after the owners of buildings in the close at the time and thus had many names through time. Old Stamp Office Close was where the Stamp Office was for many years until it moved to Waterloo Place in 1821. It was the first place the Royal Bank of Scotland had offices when they were constituted in 1727 and remained here till 1753. It was also where Countess Eglinton and her seven beautiful daughters lived. Lady Eglinton and her daughters were the people to invite to any dance or party in the 1700s. There was also a school where the famous Flora McDonald of Skye was educated. She was famous for assisting Bonnie Prince Charlie in his escape after the battle of Culloden. The close has also been named after taverns, Ship Tavern close and Fortune’s Close. Both of these Taverns were in this close. Lyon’s Close High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh Lyon’s Close 215 High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh between Old Stamp Office Close and Jackson’s Close. Possible entrance to Hospice of Elsie Inglis. Elsie Inglis was born on 16 August 1864 in Nainital India she first moved with her parents to Edinburgh in 1878 In 1892 Elsie Inglis qualified as a licentiate at the Colleges of Physicians and Surgeons in Edinburgh and Glasgow. In 1904 the small hospital opened by the Inglis family moved to the 219 High Street and was renamed The Hospice. In 1905 Inglis was appointed senior consultant of the Bruntsfield Hospital, which then merged with The Hospice in 1911. Elsie Inglis died on the 26 November 1917, she is interned in Dean Cemetery in Edinburgh. From funds that had been raise previously the remainder was used to establish the Elsie Inglis Memorial Maternity Hospital in Edinburgh in July 1925 which later became a part of the Royal Infirmary and still bears her name. Jackson’s Close High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh Jackson’s Close on the North side of the upper High Street Royal Mile is named after John Jackson’s and his family who lived in the close from circa 1570 to at least 1893 when they sold property in the close. This close ends at Cockburn Street where many close’s were either split in two or shortened by the building of Cockburn Street which was a thoroughfare to Waverley Rail Station. King Charles I Plaque Jackson's Close When King Charles I decreed that the protestant book of common order was to replaced by a new catholic influenced Service book, he didn’t reckon with the reaction of the Scots! The anger felt by the people reached its peak in the church of St Giles in Edinburgh on the 22nd July 1637. When the Dean conducting the service began to read from the new service book. An old woman named Jenny Geddes flung her stool at the Dean’s head crying “Dost thou say mass at my lug?” thereby ensuring her place in history as a Scottish heroine. Fleshmarket Close Edinburgh Fleshmarket Close High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh Fleshmarket Close stretched from the High Street North to Market Street before Cockburn Street was built (circa 1860) it cut through many old closes that stretched from the High Street northwards, which evidence of can be seen in Fleshmarket Close where the smallest pub in Edinburgh can be found as well as Ginglin’ Geordies Tavern both on the north side of the severed close. On the High street side of the Fleshmarket Close was where Henry Dundas first practised as an Advocate and was to become the most powerful person in Scotland. Edinburgh’s Smallest Pub Halfway House Fleshmarket Close Edinburgh The smallest pub in Edinburgh can be found halfway down the north side of Fleshmarket Close on the way to the Market Street entrance of Waverley train station. This tavern offers real ale from all over Scotland. Jinglin’ Geordie’s Pub Fleshmarket Close Edinburgh Jinglin’ Geordie’s in Fleshmarket Close was named after George Heriot a famous Edinburgh Jeweller and Goldsmith 1563 – 1624. George Heriot was Jeweller and Goldsmith to King James VI. When George Heriot died he had no family so he left his estate to build a school for the education of “Puire fatherless bairns o the toun of Edinburgh” (poor fatherless children of Edinburgh). The school is still a centre for education and has been described as the school J.K.Rowling’s inspiration for Hogwarts in the Harry Potter books. The picture shows Jnglin’ Geordie’s Tavern looking up Fleshmarket Close to Cockburn Street. The short cut to the High Street Royal Mile from Market Street and Waverley Train Station Cockburn Street High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh Link To Cockburn Street Next - Real Mary King's Close

Traprain Attractions The Votadini an Iron Age Celtic tribe had lands with boundaries from the River Forth to the River Tyne (East and Central Scotland and Northumbria) with a central settlement at Traprain Law which was also became a Roman Settlement and finally the Stronghold of Gododdin tribe. Traprain Law East Lothian First known as Dunpendyr law then being change to Traprain after the area. A volcanic rock or hill in East Lothian measuring 221 m (725 ft) high with myths and legends connected to it. A treasure trove of Roman silver was found on Traprain Law in 1919 dating circa 415 AD which is the largest hoard found outside the Roman Empire. Traprain was the Northern Stronghold for the Roman Army in Britain. The Maiden Traprain East Lothian There is a standing Stone on the south east side called the Maiden which is where the rock face has split and a gap was created, which has mystic powers. It is said if you can squeeze through the gap (naked) it can help your fertility. Loth Stone Traprain East Lothian On the South west end of Traprain Law 200m away is another standing stone, the Loth Stone. The Loth Stone is said to mark the grave of King Loth, which has not been found and there is no evidence of a pictish King living in the area as the Picts (Picti), were British people who lived north of of the Firth of Forth, who were never defeated by the Roman armies. The meaning of Pict is “Painted Ones”. Said to be fierce warriors covered in blue paint. King Loth In 528 the ruler of the Gododdin, King Loth had made is strong hold Traprain Law where he ruled his kingdom. Th story goes that King Loths daughter Princess Theneva (Teneu) had an illicit affair and became pregnant. The King became enraged and threw her from the Law, however she survived. The Gododdin, could only believe that she had to be a witch and banished her from the kingdom. She was put on a boat never to be seen again. On arriving in what is Fife she was taken in by monks and had her baby. Her son educated by the monks joined the order and was later to become a Saint. Standing Stane Traprain East Lothian Not far from the Traprain Law is Standingstone Farm, where yet another Standing Stone can be seen. This Stone stands in the orchard of the farmhouse. almost 3 m in height (9 foot). Standing stones maybe ancient markers for homesteads or farms and from the ones I have come across all seem to be around 9 feet in height (3m). Garleton Castle East Lothian Garleton Castle once a large courtyard castle surrounded by water. Built by Seton of Garleton mid 16th century where a tower once stood circa 1480 and was sold to the Wemyss Estate circa 1720. Next - Wallyford - Carberry

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Canonmills Area Edinburgh with restaurants, cafes and bars, accommodation and easy access to the Water of Leith and Royal Botanic Gardens. Canonmills is a mile downhill from Princes Street and the same from Leith. Canonmills Shops Edinburgh Retail Stores, Restaurants, Pubs, Accommodation, Streets included are Canon Street, Rodney Street, Canonmills, Huntley Street, Brandon Terrace and Eyre Place Dundas Street. Canonmills History and Attractions CANONMILLS Brandon's of Canonmills 1 Canonmills Edinburgh EH3 5HA City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 558 7080 Blue Bird Café 5 Canonmills Edinburgh EH3 5HA City of Edinburgh Scotland BP Petrol Station 23 Canonmills Edinburgh EH3 5HA City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 556 0642 Canonmills Baptist Church 14 Canonmills Edinburgh EH3 5LH City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 556 5220 Canon Court Apartments 20 Canonmills Edinburgh EH3 5LH City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 474 7000 Decorum Décor 28 Canonmills Edinburgh EH3 5LH City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 332 5000 Napier Bathrooms 30 Canonmills Edinburgh EH3 5LH City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 556 6166 HUNTLEY STREET McGrath Mathematics 1 Huntley Street Edinburgh EH3 5HB City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 610 6110 Canonmills Drycleaners Huntley Street Edinburgh EH3 5HB City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 556 3199 CANON STREET Primate 1 Canon Street Edinburgh EH3 5HE City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 556 6877 Jade Garden Takeaway Canon Street Edinburgh EH3 5HE City of Edinburgh Scotland BRANDON TERRACE Di Giorgio's 1 Brandon Terrace Edinburgh EH3 5EA City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 624 4666 Post Office 2 Brandon Terrace Edinburgh EH3 5EA City of Edinburgh Scotland Kavelle 4 Brandon Terrace Edinburgh EH3 5EA City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 558 9878 Gayfield Design 6 Brandon Terrace Edinburgh EH3 5EA City of Edinburgh Scotland Forth Flooring 7 Brandon Terrace Edinburgh EH3 5EA City of Edinburgh Scotland Blue Bear Café 9 Brandon Terrace Edinburgh EH3 5EA City of Edinburgh Scotland Edina Lock and Key 10 Brandon Terrace Edinburgh EH3 5EA City of Edinburgh Scotland RODNEY STREET William Hill Bookmaker 1 Rodney Street Edinburgh EH7 4EN City of Edinburgh Scotland The Other Place Bar 2 Rodney Street Edinburgh EH7 4EA City of Edinburgh Scotland Sugar Daddy's 5 Rodney Street Edinburgh EH7 4EN City of Edinburgh Scotland Fioritalia 6 Rodney Street Edinburgh EH7 4EA City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 556 9623 Joyce's Cake Shop 7 Rodney Street Edinburgh EH7 4EN City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 556 0104 Crystal Optometry 8 Rodney Street Edinburgh EH7 4EA City of Edinburgh Scotland Coffee Magic 10 Rodney Street Edinburgh EH7 4EA City of Edinburgh Scotland B & W Joiner and Builders Services 13 Rodney Street Edinburgh EH7 4EN City of Edinburgh Scotland Marshmallow Lady 14 Rodney Street Edinburgh EH7 4EA City of Edinburgh Scotland Mandala Flow 16 Rodney Street Edinburgh EH7 4EA City of Edinburgh Scotland Hershaws 17 Rodney Street Edinburgh EH7 4EN City of Edinburgh Scotland Tailor Design 21 Rodney Street Edinburgh EH7 4EN City of Edinburgh Scotland Shangri-La 24 Rodney Street Edinburgh EH7 4EA City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 557 3878 BRANDON TERRACE Phase Hair 15 Brandon Terrace Edinburgh EH3 5EA City of Edinburgh Scotland John Hall Hair 16 Brandon Terrace Edinburgh EH3 5DZ City of Edinburgh Scotland Martinez Antiques 17 Brandon Terrace Edinburgh EH3 5DZ City of Edinburgh Scotland Beuaty @Brandon Terrace 19 Brandon Terrace Edinburgh EH3 5DZ City of Edinburgh Scotland Sandy Jones Hair 20 Brandon Terrace Edinburgh EH3 5DZ City of Edinburgh Scotland The Art Club 21 Brandon Terrace Edinburgh EH3 5DZ City of Edinburgh Scotland Coffee Angel 24 Brandon Terrace Edinburgh EH3 5DZ City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 622 6235 RODNEY STREET London 1 22 Rodney Street Edinburgh EH7 4EA City of Edinburgh Scotland Gordon Mason Accountants 23 Rodney Street Edinburgh EH7 4EN City of Edinburgh Scotland Beerhive 24 Rodney Street Edinburgh EH7 4EA City of Edinburgh Scotland Edinburgh Bicycle Co-op 30 Rodney Street Edinburgh EH7 4EA City of Edinburgh Scotland Ravenstone Property Ltd 32 Rodney Street Edinburgh EH7 4DX City of Edinburgh Scotland Fishmonger 34 Rodney Street Edinburgh EH7 4EA City of Edinburgh Scotland Loulabella's 40 Rodney Street Edinburgh EH7 4EA City of Edinburgh Scotland Barbers 42 Rodney Street Edinburgh EH7 4EA City of Edinburgh Scotland City Chiropractic 44 Rodney Street Edinburgh EH7 4EA City of Edinburgh Scotland Dicle Café 46 Rodney Street Edinburgh EH7 4EA City of Edinburgh Scotland Snow Sports Services 50 Rodney Street Edinburgh EH7 4EA City of Edinburgh Scotland Celadon 2 U 52 Rodney Street Edinburgh EH7 4EA City of Edinburgh Scotland Bodrum Express 54 Rodney Street Edinburgh EH7 4EA City of Edinburgh Scotland EYRE PLACE Eyre Guest House 5 Eyre Place Edinburgh EH3 5ES City of Edinburgh Scotland Dene Guest House 7 Eyre Place Edinburgh EH3 5ES City of Edinburgh Scotland Ardenlee Guest House 9 Eyre Place Edinburgh EH3 5ES City of Edinburgh Scotland AiIsa Guest House 11 Eyre Place Edinburgh EH3 5ES City of Edinburgh Scotland Roman Nose Bistro 14 Eyre Place Edinburgh EH3 5EP City of Edinburgh Scotland New Chapter Restaurant 18 Eyre Place Edinburgh EH3 5EP City of Edinburgh Scotland Banana Road Music Studios 47 Eyre Place Edinburgh EH3 5EY City of Edinburgh Scotland Smithies Bar 49 Eyre Place Edinburgh EH3 5EY City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 556 9805 Jewson 72 Eyre Place Edinburgh EH3 5EL City of Edinburgh Scotland DUNDAS STREET Glass & Thompson Deli 2 Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6HZ City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 557 0909 Rachel Scott Bridal Couture 3 Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6QG City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 556 1520 Spice Pavilion 3a Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6QG City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 467 5506 Anthony Wood 4 Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6HZ City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 558 9544 Bourne Fine Art Gallery 6 Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6HZ City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 557 4050 Sturrock Armstrong & Thomson 7a Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6QG City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 556 0159 Shilla 13 Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6QG City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 556 4840 Belinda Robertson Retail Ltd 13a Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6QG City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 557 8118 Scottish Gallery 16 Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6HZ City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 558 1200 Di Rollo 18 Dundas Street EdinburghEH3 6HZCity of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 557 5227 Sutton Gallery 18a Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6HZ City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 557 4810 DUNDAS STREET Kweilin 19 Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6QG City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 557 1875 Greyfriars's Art Shop 20 Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6HZ City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 225 4600 D J Alexanders Lettings Ltd 24 Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6JN City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 558 3000 Bottledog 25a Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6QQ City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 556 4161 Belvoir Lettings 28a Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6JN City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 226 2545 The Trout Angler's Club 29 Dundas Street EdinburghEH3 6QQ City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 556 6656 James Ritchie and Sons Clockmakers 29b Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6QQ City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 556 1420 Tesco Express 30 Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6JN City of Edinburgh Scotland 0345 610 6732 Bulthaup Kitchens 31 Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6QQ City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 556 2233 Axolotl Gallery 35 Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6QQ City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 557 1460 DUNDAS STREET Torrance Gallery 36 Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6JN City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 556 6366 Marwick’s 40 Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6JN City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 556 5938 Colours Gallery 41 Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6QQ City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 557 4569 DJ Alexander Lettings Ltd 52 Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6QZ City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 572 0174 Braemore Property Management 53 Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6RS City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 624 6666 Walton Hotel 79 Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6SD ‎City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 556 1137 PHP Lettings 103 Dundas Street EdinburghEH3 6SD City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 461 3115 Braewell 106 Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6RQ City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 556 2224 Zen Kitchen 138 Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 5DQ City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 556 9988 Clark's Bar 142 Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 5DQ City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 556 1067 Cuckoo's Bakery 150 Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 5DQ City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 556 6224 Dundas Street Next Stockbridge Area Businesses

Pencaitland Attractions East Lothian Pencaitland East Lothian Pencaitland became a burgh of barony in 1695. There are two parts to Pencaitland Western and Eastern Pencaitland separated by the River Tyne. The Western side has the older houses and the main part of the old village where the eastern side has predominantly newer housing The old school house built i 1820. There are wood walks and many things to see in Pencaitland with its local hostelry three nearby Castles and Glenkinchie Distillery you can spend a great day out here. Pencaitland Mercat Cross East Lothian Pencaitland Mercat Cross was erected circa 1695 when by act of parliament the burgh can have a cross and a marketplace. Pencaitland has been said to be where body snatchers (resurrectionists) were caught and put in jougs (manacles) before receiving punishment from the crowd of villagers. Pencaitland Belfry Cottage and Old Schoolhouse East Lothian The first school and schoolhouse circa 1820, Pencaitland stands on the corner across from the Pencaitland mercat cross. On the Stone above the front porch a boy sites reading a book on the stone an inscription reads: “Given by John McEwan | To Robert Focco teacher | Wm’s Son Gave It to Mrs Trevelyan”. Pencaitland Bridges East Lothian The River Tyne flows under two bridges the old bridge between western and eastern Pencaitland was built circa 1500 to connect the two parts of the village seen below left. The other bridge is to the east on the way out of Pencaitland. On the south side are the arms of the Sinclair family and the date 1510 Pencaitland Temperance Hall East Lothian The Trevelyan Hall (Temperance Hall) in Wester Pencaitland was erected in 1883 by Mrs. Trevelyan in memory of her husband, Arthur Trevelyan, a well-known benefactor of Pencaitland who died in 1880. Arthur Trevelyan also had the Tyneholm Cottages and Trevelyan Cottage and Post Office built 1881. Pencaitland War Memorial East Lothian Pencaitland War Memorial was erected after the First World War in memorial to the fallen from the village. There is a plaque at the base of the monument to the memory of those who fell in the Second World War. Pencaitland Parish Church East Lothian Pencaitland Parish Church was consecrated in 1242 and was built prior to that but when is uncertain. There is a date on the lintel of the west door 1631 which is when the present church was erected. It is possible the church as most were extended and renovated at different periods but for certain a church stood here prior to 1242. In 1127 the Bishop of St. Andrews claimed jurisdiction over all the churches in the Lothians and prior to 1018 East Lothian was part of Northumbria Penkaet Castle Pencaitland East Lothian The Baronial home of Woodhead (or in old Celtic Penkaet) now known as Penkaet Castle built circa 1485. Sold to Adam de Crichton in 1506. The next owner was Alexander Cockburn who lived here till his death in 1579. Sir George Cockburn of Ormiston then purchased the barony before selling it to the Pringle family in 1636. The Castle was passed on in 1681 to John Lauder of Newington, Edinburgh. The Castle was empty for many years and became uninhabitable until in 1922 with a new owner an author and traveller, Professor John Bernard Holbourn renovated the property bringing it back to its former glory. Penkaet Castle Ghosts that Haunt the Castle With old Castles come the ghosts and murders and Penkaet is no different and boasts of three ghosts. Alexander Hamilton He was burned at the stake on Castlehill, Edinburgh for witchcraft, after putting a spell on Penkaet Castle, the Lady of the Castle and her daughter were found dead days later. It was later found that he had murdered them. It is said he roams the grounds at the gate where he put the spell on the Castle. John Cockburn He is said to have murdered his cousin and and due to his guilt has haunted the Castle he once owned. King Charles II After Charles II hd spent many different occasions at the castle in the same room it was known as King Charles bedchamber. Many people who have stayed at the castle have reported strange noises footsteps and moving furniture and no-one to be present. There has been many strange things happen and when in 1964 a paranormal research group visited the castle a glass dome disintegrated with no reason or anyone present. Professor Holbourn was gifted the bed and Death mask of Charles II and is said that the King on occasion rests in the bed. Penkaet Castle is strictly private and is only accessible by appointment. I thank the present owner for allowing me to take these photographs. Penkaet Castle Plaques East Lothian The Plaques on the entrance posts to Penkaet Castle were sculpted by Maria Anna Angelika Kauffmann RA (30 October 1741 – 5 November 1807). Winton Castle East Lothian Winton Castle (Winton Tower House). In 1619 when the 3rd Earl of Winton built the stately home of Winton near Pencaitland. Where a Tower house (Castle) had previously stood before being burnt by English invasion. The House was purchased by Mrs Hamilton Nisbet’s of Pencaitland in 1779. It then became the property of Lady Ruthven in 1846. Constance Nisbet Hamilton became the owner in 1885 and married Henry Ogilvy of Inverquharity, Angus, in 1888. When Constance Nisbet Hamilton died in 1920 and then passed to Gilbert Ogilvy, then the property passed to Sir David Ogilvy 13th Bt. and on his death in 1992, Sir Francis Gilbert Arthur Ogilvy of Inverquharity, 14th Bt. is now owner. Earls of Winton East Lothian Robert Seton’s father died in 1585 and Robert succeeded as 6th Lord Seton. Robert Seton the 6th Lord Seton also became 1st Earl of Winton at Holyrood House, on 16 November 1600. The second Earl (1603) forfeited the Earldom after a short time due to a mental illness and his title passed to his brother George in 1607. In 1619 he built a stately home of Winton near Pencaitland. Where a Tower house had previously stood before being burnt by English invasion. George Seton 4th Earl of Winton became head of the family estates in 1650 from a young age. He was a military man and fought in many battles and commanded many troops till his death 1704. The 5th Earl was educated in Europe and did not return until circa 1710. George Seton, 5th Earl of Winton was convicted of high treason in 1716 after taking part in the Jacobite rising of 1715 supporting James Stuart. His titles were forfeit and he was condemned to death, but he managed to escape the Tower of London and returned to Europe where he later died in 1749. The Earldom returned in 1859 when Archibald William Montgomerie, 13th Earl of Eglinton and 1st Earl of Winton (1812–1861) was also created Earl of Winton in the Peerage of the United Kingdom. The present is Hugh Archibald William Montgomerie, 19th Earl of Eglinton 7th Earl of Winton. Glenkinchie Distillery Visitor Centre Glenkinchie Distillery is owned by the drinks conglomerate Diageo. Glenkinchie Whisky is a single malt. See more about the Glenkinchie Distillery and Johnnie Walker on links below. Origins of Whisky and Tartan Johnnie Walker Story Next - Spott

Prestonpans a historic town with amazing history, 81 Witches, Totem poles, Famous battle site, Murels and the Prestonpans Tapestry, Bonnie Prince Charlie, Worlds first railway, salt pans and fishing. Prestonpans East Lothian Coast A Small Town A Large History The town of Prestonpans was originally named Althamer after a sailor who became shipwrecked circa 1060 and decided to stay with his shipmates as they had no way of returning home. It was the monks of Newbattle circa 1180 came and settled in the area and renamed it Priestatown. The name over the years changed due to the salt panning. Prestonpans was where one of the first post-reformation churches were built in Scotland circa 1600. Other things about Prestonpans are, the famous Battle of Prestonpans 1745 when Bonnie Prince Charlie and his Jacobite Army defeated the English which 7 months later ended the Stuart battle for the crown at Culloden. The Battle of Prestonpans Battle Story Prestonpans Battle Story is about how Bonnie Prince Charlie and the Jacobite's defeated the English went as far as Derby before returning and then being defeated at Culloden. From victory to defeat took seven months 21st September 1745 (Prestonpans) 16th April 1746 Culloden. The Story boards which can be seen at the top of the Pyramid the battle site viewing platform on the B1361 on the East side of Prestonpans top road. Climb the pyramid and read the full story. The Pyramid marks the area where the Battle of Prestonpans took place in 1745. Bonnie Prince Charlie led the Jacobite Army in a triumph over the English. There is a story board at the summit of the Pyramid with the story of the Jacobite uprising and the route to glory and defeat. John Muir Way The John Muir way starts in Dunbar and finishes in Helensburgh on the west coast of Scotland. From North Berwick to the Musselburgh - Edinburgh border, the John Muir way follows the coast through all the small coastal villages. The route is great for walking or cycling. All the attractions of the towns and villages on the route can be seen on this site. Hamilton Family Prestonpans East Lothian The Hamilton’s have been the land owners of Preston from circa 1380. Circa 1620 Sir John Hamilton of Preston was granted the lands and barony of Preston and Prestonpans by King James VI. Sir Thomas Hamilton was created Lord Binning in 1613 and later in 1627 he became the 1st Earl of Haddington. While his brother Sir John Hamilton (1565 -1644) had a house built in Preston East Lothian in 1628 which he named Hamilton House. In 1663 Preston became a free burgh with the right to hold markets. Sir William Hamilton, 1st baronet, of Preston was born in 1647 and became a baronet of Nova Scotia in 1673. Sr William Alexander first to receive the ownership of Nova Scotia in 1625. Baron The Duke of Hamilton now resides at Lennoxlove House near Haddington. Inscription (above window) reads: praise be the lord my | Strenth and my redeimer (above the door) J.H K.S 1628 and the joint coat of arms of the Hamilton and Sympson families. On the Side Wall the three windows have inscriptions J (Shield) H 16 ( J H K S intertwined) 28 K (Shield) S the initials JH represent Sir John Hamilton who built the house in 1628. He originally named the house Magdalens’ House, as he was Lord Magdalen and the KS is for his wife Katherine Sympson. The Shields are of the Hamiltons and Sympsons. Northfield House Prestonpans Northfield House was built circa 1580 by George Hamilton the first owner and sold to Joseph Marjoribanks. A common stone above the door in these times were the owner’s initials and date normally called a marriage stone. In this case, the stone over the doorway with 1611 and the initials of J.M. (Joseph Marjoribanks) and M.S. (Marion Simpson) and the inscription ‘EXCEP THE LORD BVLD IN WANE BVLDS MAN’. Marjoribanks was a Burgess of Edinburgh. Northfield House Do’cot Northfield House Do’cot was were the owners of Northfield House would get fresh meat. All the large houses and estates would have a Do’cot this is a bee hive shaped Do’cot, where Preston Tower has a Cottage shaped Do’cot. They would take the young pigeons for food as they were the most tender. The pigeons still use the Do’cot to this day but they are not used as food. Prestongrange Church Prestonpans church was burnt down in 1544 and a new church was built in 1595. The present church was built in 1774 with parts of the previous Church. In the graveyard of Kirk Street in Prestonpans can be seen graves with dates from the 16th century. The tombstone below has an inscription born 1596 he died Feb 25 16 # # on the right and on the left John Hepburn. Above the door of the church is said to be the first ever mural. Thomas Alexander CB The Monument to Thomas Alexander CB stands in the gardens in front of Prestongrange Church on the south side of the High Street at Kirk Wynd. Thomas Alexander was born in Prestonpans in May 1812. He was an Army surgeon and took part in many campaigns and became the Director General of the Medical Department of the British Army. His main goals were to see improvements to the conditions the soldiers had to live in, especially during the Crimean war. The memorial was erected in 1862. Captain John Stuart The Grave in Prestongrange Churchyard of Captain John Stuart of Phisgul Galloway. Here lyeth the remains of John Stuart of Phisgul, a Galloway gentleman and Captain Lessel’s Reg’m’t, a man of true bravery who died honourably in defence of his King and country, and of civil and religious liberty, being barbarously murder’d by four Highlanders near the end of the Battle fought in the field of Preston on the 21st Sept 1745. The Gothenburg The Gothenburg in Prestonpans built in 1908 still runs under the original Gothenburg Public-house system. Where the majority of the income is given to charity to benefit the community. The system was originally started in Sweden in 1855 to control the consumption of alcohol. The Gothenberg also has a memorial to the 81 witches falsely accused of witchcraft. The Gothenburg is also home to the Prestonpans Tapestry. Prestoungrange Totem Poles The Totem Pole 32 foot high, that stands across from the Gothenburg was carved from a red cedar tree from Chemainus Vancouver Island British Columbia, Canada. The carvings give a pictorial story of the area and was erected in 2006 when the 6th Global Murals Conference took place in Prestonpans. Halfway up you can see the number 81 in memory of the Witches that were burnt unjustly and then pardoned in 2004. The other 3 Totem poles are caved from a log also given by Chemainus Vancouver Island British Columbia, Canada. and the mural of the Witches Trial can be seen in the play park. Preston Mercat Cross The Mercat Cross that stands in Prestonpans is the oldest remaining Mercat Cross in its original form and position in Scotland. Five Mercat Cross were built in the early 1600s all to the same design and for the same purpose, to make important civic announcements. Edinburgh’s Mercat Cross is still used for government proclamations that affected all of Scotland. An example, announcements concerning successions to the monarchy and the calling to parliament. There is an entrance to steps which bring you out at a platform where the announcements are read. The Unicorn is the ancient emblem of Scotland and stands at the top of the Mercat Cross. Robert Burns Memorial Garden Prestonpans East Lothian The Robert Burns Memorial Garden and Cairn that commemorates the 200th anniversary of Robert Burns death. The Tam O’Shanter mural can be found inside the Burns Gated shelter, next to the Robert Burns Memorial Cairn, in the Robert Burns memorial Garden. The inscriptions on the tablets read: That I for poor auld | Scotland’s sake | Some usefu’ plan or | beuk could make | Or sing a sang | at least. For a’ that, an’ a’ that, | It’s coming yet for a’ that, | That Man to Man, the world o’er, | Shall brothers be for a’ that. The Cairn was unveiled | On the 26th July 1996 | To commemorate | The bicentenary | Of the death of the poet | Robert Burns Robert Burns Memorial Shelter Prestonpans East Lothian The writing above the doorway reads “BETTER A WEE BUSH THAN NAE BIELD” The translation is “it is better to have some shelter than no shelter at all”. Robert Burns Garden Prestonpans East Lothian Kinetic Sculpture Prestonpans Robert Burns Memorial Garden Kinetic Sculpture Leslie Frank Chorley Prestonpans 'Old Harbour' The Prestonpans Harbour first known as New Haven was built by the monks of Newbattle Abbey as a shelter to fishermen and their boats in the mid 1500s. The name changed and finally was named after the land owners Morrison. (Morrison’s Haven in Prestongrange). Situated directly across from Prestongrange Museum. Prestongrange Mining Museum The Coal Mine of Prestongrange now a museum has been an important part I the history of not just Prestonpans but Dalkeith and Edinburgh. The monks from Newbattle Abbey were given the charter for the lands and started mining coal circa 1190. With many raw materials around the coast sand, kelp and clay, many industries started here which included brickwork, potteries, glass works and ceramics. The main supply of bricks to build Edinburgh’s New Town were provided from the brickwork which closed in 1975 after over 200 years of brick making. Salt was also refined here giving the name Salt Pans. The monks renamed the area Prieststown circa 1190 previously it was Althammer. seen below a carriage from the railway that transport the coal, Prestongrange Museum Cornish Beam Engine Cornish Beam Engine installed in 1874 and continued working until 1954 Prestonpans Town Hall Preston pans Town hall found in the centre of the main street is where you can find The Battle of Prestonpans Museum and Jacobite Heritage Centre Not to be missed check for opening times before travel The Town Hall opened in 1897 and above the main door can be seen the Prestonpans burgh crest, with the Mercat Cross in the centre, also reliefs of local industries. These included crossed anchor, mining pick and salt shovel, with a sheaf of barley with crossed sickles. Donating Salt panning, Mining, Fishing and Agriculture. Preston Tower and Gardens Preston Tower is no long accessible but can be seen from the beautiful well-kept gardens. The Tower was built in an L-shape in the late 1300s or early 1400s and was the home of the Hamiltons of Preston. The area around the Tower was once called Preston. Preston Tower has had a unlucky past, the Tower has been burnt 3 times 1544, 1650 and again in 1663 and has been vacant since. In the far corner of the gardens is a do’ cot which is still in use by the local pigeons. There is also a very impressive laburnum arch and well manicured gardens. Prestonpans Mural Trail The Prestonpans murals show the history of the area and the Murals Trail starts at the Gothenburg and winds its way around the streets of Prestonpans. There are over 30 Murals to see and include John Knox, The Witches Gate, Sir Walter Scott and Robert Burns Tam O Shanter . There is also a number of things to see in the Burns Memorial Garden. The Shrine Prestonpans East Lothian The memorial on the same road to the Prestonpans Battle site is the Shrine, not far from the cairn for the Battle of Prestonpans. The sculpture is of two miners digging for coal in a mine shaft and was created by a local stonemason Gardner. Coal mining was a major industry in the area from circa 1200 to 1964 when the East Lothian mines were closed (Meadowmill and Bellyford). Prestonpans War Memorial The memorial of a soldier in the Royal Scots uniform was unveiled in April 1922. The memorial is dedicated to the fallen in World War I and World War II. There is also a bronze plaque Dedicated to the memory of those who laid down their lives in the defence of democracy in Spain between 1936 -1939 with a quote from Byron “they never fail who die in a great cause.” A simple inscription on the memorial reads; “To the glorious memory of the men of this parish who gave their lives for their country 1914-1918, 1939-1945” Spanish Civil War Memorial Prestonpans East Lothian The bronze plaque beside Prestonpans War Memorial in High Street Prestonpans reads; ‘Dedicated to the memory of those who laid down their lives in the defence of democracy. Spain 1936 -1939.’ It also includes a quote from the poet Byron: “They never fail who die in a great cause.” 3 men from Prestonpans fought in in the Spanish Civil War one of whom John Gilmour was unfortunately killed in Feb 1937 Athena Sculpture Prestonpans East Lothian The sculpture commemorates the 81 residents of Prestonpans East Lothian, who were executed for witchcraft in the 16th century. The totem pole at the shore also is a memorial and more about the withes can be seen in The Goth This is one of many sculptures by Andy Scott the sculptor who created the world famous Kelpies in the Helix Park in Grangemouth Royal Musselburgh Golf Club Royal Musselburgh Golf Club play for the Old Club Cup first won in 1774 by Thomas McMillan, which make it the oldest golf club trophy still competitively played for in the world to this day. A golf club was formed in 1760 by a group of local enthusiasts and played over the old Musselburgh course. Royal Musselburgh Golf Club had their first club house at 9 Links Place, now, 9 Balcarres Road Musselburgh. Prestongrange House has a long history and a building has been on the site since circa 1185 when it was known as Newbattle Grange. The Present building has been renovated and extended through 5 centuries and became the home to the Royal Musselburgh Golf Club in 1926. The North British Railway Tavern The North British Railway Tavern was first a dwelling House, an asylum, a soldiers barracks, built 1628 possibly one of the oldest buildings in Prestonpans. Prestonpans Tapestry The Prestonpans Tapestry has 104 tapestry panels that tell the journey of Bonnie Prince Charlie and the Jacobite army against the mighty army of the English in 1745, the final Jacobite uprising. The tapestry was first viewed in July 2010 and has been on show across the UK and in France. The Tapestry was designed by Andrew Crummy and was created by Dorie Wilkie and a small core team plus over 200 crafts people. This is a historic document that should be on show all year round to remind people of the Scottish culture. Chase to Culloden Also the might of the English government forces were at their backs led by the King’s son the Duke of Cumberland, so they continued further into the highlands. On the 16th April 1746 the English caught up with the Jacobite army and on Culloden field the Jacobite army was wiped out and the remainder scattered throughout the Highlands. Charles eluded the English and on the 19 September fled to France where he remained till his death. Ruthven Barracks, near Kingussie is where the Highland army gathered in 1746 after the battle of Culloden only to be told to disband, bringing an end to the last Jacobite rising. Ban on Tartan Cumberland took measures to stop the clans from uniting again and with an act of parliament in 1746 the wearing of tartan except as a uniform for officers and soldiers in the British Army was banned. Tartan became popular again in 1822 with George IV wearing full tartan dress a prerequisite of his visit to Scotland arranged by Sir Walter Scott and Henry Dundas. When George the IV stepped on Scottish land at Leith it was the first regaining monarch to stand on Scottish soil since King Charles I for his Scottish coronation in 1633. Battle of Prestonpans Bankton House Bankton House was originally called Olivestob and built by the Monks of Newbattle circa 1130. The house changed hands over the years, owned by many of the rich and powerful of the time. the Ker’s of Newbattle, Seton’s, Hamilton’s and Colonel James Gardiner purchased the house circa 1730 as his family home. and that is where he died at the end of the Battle of Prestonpans which took place on the lands to the east and north of the house. Battle of Prestonpans Bankton Do'cot The Bankton Doocot is a visitor attraction and once inside the story of James Gardiner of Bankton House will be told. Which includes Battle Prestonpans 1745. Battle of Prestonpans Colonel James Gardiner’s Obelisk The Obelisk stands near to Bankton House his family home in Prestonpans. Colonel James Gardiner was one of Sir John Cope’s Dragoon commanders at the battle of Prestonpans in 1745. James Gardiner was born in Carriden West Lothian in 1687 and became a career soldier in the British Army as was his father. He died gallantly due to wound sustained on the 21st of September 1745 at the Battle of Prestonpans, when battling against the Jacobite army of Bonnie Prince Charlie. Bankton House was where Colonel Gardiner was taken and subsequently died of his wounds sustained in the battle. Battle of Prestonpans The Thorntree Memorial Stone The Thorntree Memorial Stone stands in the vicinity of where Colonel Gardiner was to be fatally injured beside a Thorntree. Near to Bankton House can be seen a monument which was erected in 1853 in Colonel Gardiner’s memory. The inscription reads; During the Battle of Prestonpans fought on 21st September 1745 Colonel Gardiner of Bankton was fatally injured beneath a Hawthorn tree in this area. The inscription at the foot of the triangular stones reads; “The Battle was fought between the Jacobite’s” “Led by Bonnie Prince Charlie and” “The Gov’t forces led by Johnnie Cope” Harlawhill House Prestonpans Harlawhill House was first owned by the Hamilton’s of Preston the Hamilton’s being the major land owners of the area circa 1350 till 1701 on Sir Robert Hamilton of Preston’s death. The Harlawhill House built circa 1640 has little history. The Fowler’s Robert and son John once owned the house and it then was passed to his sister’s son Robert Hislop who became sole owner. The house overlooked their Brewery which stood on the High Street and Harlawhill which was owned by the Fowlers and Hislops . The grave and tombstone can be found in the old cemetery in Prestonpans. The Fowler Brewery was established circa 1720 by Robert Fowler. Who was succeeded by his son, John Fowler died who died in 1839 and the business passed to his nephew Robert Hislop, who remained the sole proprietor until he sold the business in 1865. John Fowler Brewer in Prestonpans Born 9 July 1756 Died 13 July 1839 Robert Hislop Born 7 June 1789 Died 16 January 1872 His Wife Ann Buchan Sydserff 19 May 1801 Died 31 March 1879 And their children Francis Hislop Born 26 August 1826 Died 12 March 1860 Robert Hislop Born 25 March 1831 Died 8 July 1830 Phemie George & Charlie who died in infancy John Fowler Hislop born 18 October 1823 died 6 August 1894 Drummore (Drummohr) House Prestonpans Sir Hew Dalrymple purchase the lands of Westpans in 1733. The house was demolished during the English invasion circa 1745. A new larger house was built by Lord Drummore (Sir Hew Dalrymple) in 1753. The estate was later passed to his son David Dalrymple (Lord Westhall) in 1755. David Dalrymple sold the estate to Rev Robert Finlay of Wallyford in 1762. Who then sold it on to the Aitchison family in 1808. William Aitcheson was wealthy land owner and Distiller and had 9 children Colonel William Aitcheson his son inherited the property in 1846. Circa 1880 renovations were carried out by the new owner and since then the house has had many uses one of which in 1928 Loretto School purchased the estate which was where the Loretto girl’s school was established. Translation DEO PATRIAE AICIS To God My Country and Friends DEO PATRIAE AICIS SEISE The Flow and Greatly Independant Live Next - Cockenzie - Port seton

Keso with its Abey and Castle Ruin. Walter Scott lived here and went to School. Floors Castle home to the Duke and Duchess of Roxburghe since 1730. A herd of Alpacas and the River Tweed. Kelso Attractions Scottish Border Town Kelso Abbey In the early times, about AD 1100, the main settlement in the area was in what was then known as Marchmount. The site of a castle which stood on the mound between the Teviot and Tweed. In 1124 David I, renamed the Town and Castle as Roxburgh (Rokesburgh). Today Roxburgh Castle is a ruin. David I founded Kelso Abbey, in 1128, in Easter Kelso which expanded around the abbey. Kelso Abbey was inhabited by monks from Normandy (Tiron) in France which Alexander I brother to David I had first brought to Selkirk. In 1143 the Abbey was dedicated to The Blessed Virgin and Saint John. After the final destruction of the Abbey buildings in circa 1587. Most of the Abbey ruins were cleared in 1805 leaving what you can be seen today. Kelso War Memorial The War Memorial can be seen in gardens next to Kelso Abbey ruins. The garden was gifted by the Duke of Roxburghe in 1921. Kelso War Memorial commemorates the people of Kelso who were lost in World War I (92 names) and World War II (42 names). The memorial resembles a medieval Scottish Mercat Cross, with a sculpture of St George slaying the dragon, a symbol for the triumph of good over evil. There are bronze plaques with the names of the fallen. Waverley Lodge Kelso Sir Walter Scott Walter Scott lived with his aunt Janet in 1783 for 6 months and attended Kelso Grammar School. While at Kelso Grammar school he met James Ballantyne, who was later to become Walter's publisher and business partner. He live in Waverley Cottage which has a bust of Scott and a dog statue. Kelso Grammar School Bridge and River Tweed Floors Castle Gates Floors Castle is one of the most historic residences in Scotland with centuries of family history. The Castle has been home to the Duke and Duchess of Roxburghe since 1730. Floors Castle was first constructed between 1721 and 1726 for the 5th Earl of Roxburgh, who became the 1st Duke of Roxburghe in 1707, moving from their main residence in Dunbar (Broxmouth Park) to their new residence at Floors C astle in 1730. Floors Castle stands in a 52000 acre estate which includes the Cheviot Hills, Tweed Valley and Lammermuir Hills. It Overlooks the River Tweed and the ruins of Roxburgh Castle. There is many things to see, and do, a great day out for all the family. Beirhope Alpacas Beirhope Farm Kelso is where you can go trekking with Alpacas. The Alpaca originates from South American are a camelid mamma. Like a small Llama. They have been present in Kelso since 2006 and there is a herd of over 25.

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High Street 4 the Lower Northside of the High Street Royal Mile from the Gates of Old Edinburgh at the Nether Bow up to the Tron Kirk which was the centre of old Edinburgh. see allthe attractions in the alleyways High Street Lower Northside Attractions Edinburgh The Gates of Old Edinburgh at the Nether Bow up to the Tron Kirk which was the centre of old Edinburgh. The High Street Lower area on the northside all the closes and attractions, from the oldest house and the renovated Trunk's close area there is much to see. Nether Bow Brass Cobbles High Street Lower North Side Attractions Edinburgh The outline of the Nether Bow Port can still be seen by the way of brass setts (cobbles) in the crossroads of St Mary's Street, Jeffrey Street the High Street and Canongate. Nether Bow High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh City Gates. There were walls around the city of Edinburgh with gates known as Ports, 6 in all. The Nether Bow was the most important gateway as it stood at the foot of the High Street. The port (Gate) access to and from the Canongate, which was at that time a separate Burgh. The walls were built originally for defence against invading armies into Edinburgh after 1513 the battle of Flodden. The Nether Bow, was rebuilt many times, the last time it was rebuilt was in 1606. In the 1700s the demolition of sections of the wall began. The Nether Bow was pulled down in 1764, and demolition of the wall continued into the 19th century. Today, a number of sections of the three successive walls survive, although none of the ports remain. You can see and find out more about Edinburgh’s history in the Museum of Edinburgh in the Canongate. Nether Bow Clock The clock that was centre of the Nether bow gate tower was preserved and moved to orphans hospital (Dean Gallery) near Dean Church in the Ravelston area of Edinburgh. Baron Maule’s Close High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh Baron Maule’s Close, Baron John Maule also Baron of Panmure and Benvie purchased a house in the close circa 1710 as all closes and courts in old Edinburgh the family name would determine the close or court name. Nether Bow Bell Nether Bow Stone Carved Plaque The great bell being hung originally in 1621 was cast in Holland and can be seen at the top of the bell tower above the main entrance of the Story Telling Centre. The Stone carved tablet on the wall of the centre was originally on the Nether Bow Gate. Storytelling Centre High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh The Scottish Storytelling Centre allows access to John Knox House, the oldest house in Edinburgh, the Nether Bow Theatre, and is the headquarters of the Scottish Storytelling Network. The Storytelling Court is open to the public, and has an exhibition for children. There is a book shop, gift shop and Licensed Café for all to use. Story telling Centre John Knox House High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh The house John Knox lived in can be found at the Nether bow in the High Street Edinburgh next to Mowbray House. This is one of the oldest buildings in Edinburgh built in the 1470s. John Knox House was first the residence of the Abbot of Dunfermline George Durie. John Knox was born in 1510 and was a Scottish clergyman and leader of the Protestant Reformation and was also considered the founder of the Presbyterian denomination. There is a statue of John Knox in the inner quadrangle of the Assembly Hall on the Mound. He also had a house in Warriston’s Close and his grave is in the car park No.23 at the back of St Giles Cathedral. John Knox House Nether Bow Wellhead High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh The final Wellhead in the Royal Mile or you could say in Edinburgh as the gates to Edinburgh were a short distance away at the Nether Bow Port (Gate). The first drinking water to be distributed to the people of Edinburgh was by the way of Wellheads which were supplied by pipes that came from the reservoir at Castlehill, now the Edinburgh Weaving Mill. The water supply was connected in 1676. The spring water came from Comiston Springs in the south near the Blackford Hill to the reservoir (storage tank) at Castlehill and from there it was pumped through pipes to the wellheads in the streets of Edinburgh. You will see on the Wellheads at the Nether Bow, Grassmarket and Lawnmarket were the water came out of the Wellhead the spouts were of ugly faces. The Nether Bow Wellhead was originally the Fountain Wellhead as is stood outside Fountain Court and then it was moved to its present position in 1813 due to heavy traffic (coach and horses). This is the oldest Wellhead that has survived and was built in the late 1600s. Mowbray House High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh George Jameson born in Aberdeen in 1588 was recognised as the best portrait painter of his time from the British Isles. He lived in Mowbray House and died in 1644 in Edinburgh and is buried in Greyfriars Churchyard. His work can be seen in the National Gallery of Scotland on the Mound. Mowbray House is on the left side going down Trunk’s Close. Trunk’s Close High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh This Trunk’s Close has had many names including Purvis, Stirling’s and Bryson’s Close and its name derived from the Turing’s of Foveran from Aberdeen. James Turing built a tenement in the Close. Stirling’s Close was William Stirling and Bryson’s Close was a rebuilt tenement owned by Andrew Bryson. The owners of tenements in closes usually called the close after their family name. Sir Patrick Geddes Trunk's Close Edinburgh In Trunk’s Close is a monument to Sir Patrick Geddes and a modern art sculpture of a Cockerel with a garden named Sandeman House Garden where the Scottish Book Trust is housed. The rear of the Trinity College Apse can also be seen. The families that lived in the close previously were named Turning, Bryson, Purvis and Stirling and Hope which evidence is still visible between circa 1450 and 1750. Ashley Buildings were also in the close now demolished. On the way down Trunk’s Close from the High street on the east (right) side of the close is the main wall of Mowbray House which has been standing over 500 years. Monteith’s Close High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh Monteith’s Close was named after the owner John Morrison (Moriesone) who built a large house on the east side of the close. Monteith’s Close was also known as Fleming’s land where Patrick Fleming and his family lived circa 1520 for over 200 years. Names of lands and closes were named by the owners of the property and a Monteith had a booth / shop at the head of the close and named the close after himself. Now it is Monteith’s Restaurant. Carrubber’s Mission High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh Carrubber’s Close Mission is a non-denominational Evangelical church in the High Street Edinburgh. The Atheist Meeting House was founded in 1858 in Carrubber’s Close to be found a few yards up the High Street towards Edinburgh Castle. The American Evangelist D.L Moody came to Edinburgh and was successful in raising funds to open the present mission hall in 1883. To this day Carrubber’s Christian Mission continues to have strong trans-Atlantic links. Chalmer’s Close High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh Chalmer’s Close This close was named after a Patrick Chalmers a craftsman and belt maker in 1682. It is the place the Trinity College Church was to be rebuilt as a concession to being removed to allow the Edinburgh railway station and rail lines to be built. However all that was completed was the apse of the Trinity College Church in circa 1876 almost 30 years after being taken down from its original site. This is the only surviving area of the Trinity College Church founded in 1460 which was moved brick by brick from its original site where the Waverley Station is now. Inside are the Pictish standing stones and medieval church brasses, also a shortcut to Jeffrey Street Edinburgh and the Waverley Rail Station. Chalmer's Close High Street Paisley Close Royal Mile High Street Edinburgh Paisley Close once known as East Bailie Fyfe’s Close stood for over 250 years and then fell down into itself and a new close was built named Paisley Close this was originally East Bailie Fyfe’s Close which would coincide with the reason the ornate entrance dedicated to the survivor of when the tenement fell down. On 10 November 1861 a building that had stood for 250 years sunk into the ground (107 High Street Edinburgh) burying the residents of the building.35 were found dead and on clearing the rubble the rescuers heard a voice from beneath the collapsed building. “Heave awa lads I’m no deid yet”. The rescuers pulled the boy (Joseph McIver) to safety and the town had the sculpture placed above the new named close in his memory, with the inscription which has been modified to read. “HEAVE AWA CHAPS I’M NO DEAD YET” Bailie Fyfe’s Close Royal Mile High Street Edinburgh Bailie Fyfe’s Close was named after Gilbert Fyfe, an Edinburgh merchant and Bailie of the City circa 1680, who lived in a house in the Close. Previously named Barry’s Close, and Trotter’s Close after John Trotter Laird of Mortonhall from 1635 when he acquired the Barony of Mortonhall. Window Lintel above Bailie Fyfe’s Close Look up to above the window on the 2nd Floor and you will see a carved lintel (marriage stone) with the initials of the couple that would have lived here at that time, the initials JT (John Trotter) and JM (Janet MacMath) and the date 1612. The Land (tenement) was once called Trotter’s Close in 1635 John Trotter became laird of Mortonhall, John Trotter was born in 1553 and died in 1641. He had 2 children, when John Trotter died he was buried in the Greyfriars Kirkyard where the Trotter of Mortonhall family mausoleum stands. Later William Fettes Grocers occupied a building at the top of Bailie Fyfe’s Close circa 1789. Morrison’s Close Royal Mile High Street Edinburgh Morrison’s Close in 1783 was where women of position could have their clothes made by a London fashion House “Chemize de Lorraine”. Window Lintel above Morrison’s Close The initials on the lintel above the window read; JS and CS with the date 1902 are the initials of the developers and petitioners J & G Stewart Ltd and the date of renovations completed on the tenement. The developers using an old Scottish tradition of who owned the property. This was usually, the husband and wife’s initials on the taking ownership or their marriage date. North Gray’s Close High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh North Gray’s Close was associated with the Edinburgh merchant Sydserf who lived here with his family and in 1581 he had a son who became a well-known figure in the church He graduated from Edinburgh in 1602 and joined the ministry in 1611 later becoming the Bishop of Brechin and later of Orkney. Bishop’s Close Royal Mile High Street Edinburgh Bishop’s Close was also part of Bishop’s Land, a large mansion house could be access from either close. Henry Dundas was born 28 April 1742 in the house known as 'Bishop's Land' and a Dr Demainbray lived in the close and had a boarding school for girls in 1746 after fighting for the English at Prestonpans. He was also said to have found the way to accelerate growth in plants by electrical current being applied. Carruber’s Close High Street Royal Mile Edinburgh Carrubber’s (Carruber’s) ( Carruthebber’s) Close many spellings but originally named after William De Caradris a Bailie of Edinburgh in 1454 also a James Hay of Carruber owned land and a coal yard on the east side of the present Carrubber’s close. This is a part of Bishop’s Land as this is where the Archbishop of St Andrews (John Spottiswood) resided in 1615. Henry Viscount Melville was born here in 1741. A fire destroyed 4 tenements in 1758 and then the area was destroyed by fire in 1814. The Tailor’s Hall was also present in Carrubber’s Close whose charter was granted in 1531. At the foot of the close was a theatre. On the land is now the Old St Paul’s Church . Carrubber’s Close was also the Last stronghold of the Jacobites. Carrubber's Close High Street Next - Jeffrey Street Edinburgh

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