St Andrews North Street, is the main road into St Andrews, Place in North Street include St Andrews New Club, The Morris house, St Andrews War Memorial, Heritage Museum, St Salvator Quad and Chapel, Plaques and famous peoples birthplaces. North Street St Andrews North Street St Andrews North Street runs from the City Road to The Pends at the Cathedral. North Street is a main thoroughfare of St Andrews and is where you can find many attractions including St Salvator's Chapel and Tower. North Street St Andrews Attractions St Andrews War Memorial Gregory Lane opposite North Street St Andrews St Andrews War Memorial A Celtic cross with Sword of Sacrifice on the shaft, on a stepped base. With inscription on the shaft, PRO PATRIA 1914-1918, 1939-1945, TO THE GLORY OF GOD AND THE HONOURED MEMORY OF THE MEN OF ST ANDREWS WHO WITH COURAGE AND FAITH AT THEIR COUNTRY'S CALL LAID DOWN THEIR LIVES THAT WE WHO REMAIN MIGHT LIVE IN FREEDOM AND PEACE A Semi-circular wall to rear with bronze panels inscribed with names of 185 men who fell in WWI. The Statue was unveiled on the 23rd of September 1922 Attended by Field Marshal, Earl, Douglas Haig, KT, GCB, OM, GCVO, KCIE North Street St Andrews Attractions St Andrews Heritage Museum & Garden St Andrews Heritage Museum and Garden located at 12 North Street in a 17th century house with garden. The Museum and Garden is one of the oldest houses in the old town of St Andrews. The museum is all about St Andrews the people and their lives from the 1700s Our Garden is a hidden gem and, as well as a sensory garden and a variety of plants, visitors can enjoy exhibitions and installations throughout. Our dedicated an enthusiastic museum guides look forward to sharing the rich heritage of St Andrews. North Street St Andrews Attractions Jock Hutchison Plaque Jock Hutchison was born in St Andrews 06 June 1884 (John Waters Hutchison). He became a professional golfer and won the Open Championship at St Andrews over 36 holes by 9 strokes in 1921. The previous year he won the PGA Championship. He die, aged 93 in 1977. He won the inaugural PGA Seniors' Championship in 1937 and inductee of the World Golf Hall of Fame in 2011 North Street St Andrews Attractions Fitzroy Barometer Admiral Robert Fitzroy (5 July 1805 – 30 April 1865) Admiral Fitzroy was a famous meteorologist who made accurate weather forecasting a reality. He was Governor of New Zealand in 1843 till 1845. He was also the captain of HMS Beagle and invited Charles Darwin to be a scientific passenger on the voyage which lasted 5 years. This was to give Darwin his inspiration for ‘The Theory of Evolution’. North Street St Andrews Attractions Benjamin Franklin Plaque Honours bestowed upon Benjamin Franklin by St Andrews Scotland. The Plaque reads; "Benjamin Franklin. In 1759 the University of St. Andrews awarded an honorary doctor of laws degree to Benjamin Franklin and the city of St. Andrews granted him the freedom of the Burgh. This marker commemorates the conferring of these honours. Marked places by the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution October 2002" North Street St Andrews Attractions College Gate College Gate is entrance to St Andrews University Buildings North Street St Andrews Attractions Younger Hall St Andrews Younger Hall is the main venue for St Andrews University graduation ceremonies. James and Annie Younger, local philanthropists donated funds for the building which was opened in 1929 by HM Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother North Street St Andrews Attractions James Crichton's House 19 August 1560 – 3 July 1582 James Crichton was a most gifted individual, educated at St Andrews University completing the requirements for both his bachelor's and master's degrees by the age of 14. He became fluent in multiple languages and was accomplished in many of the arts and a master swordsman. His tutor was the scholar, politician and poet George Buchanan. James was a gifted prodigy, with a gift of perfect recall. He travelled to France then Italy where he eventually met his death by Vincenzo Gonzaga the son of the Duke of Mantua whom James was employed. At the age of 21. Known as "The Admirable Crichton" referred to by Charles Dickens. Many books have been written about him as he was admired by many. He has a society named after him, at St Andrews University, The James Crichton Society. North Street St Andrews Attractions Józef Kosacki Plaque Józef Stanislaw Kosacki (21 April 1909–26 April 1990) was a Polish professor, engineer, inventor, and an officer in the Polish Army during World War II, stationed in St Andrews Scotland. He invented the Polish Mine Detector. The Ardgowan Hotel was the HQ of the Polish army during the the world war. St Salvator's Chapel and Quad

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Magdalen Chapel Cowgate Edinburgh was completed in 1542 by Janet Rynd after her husbands death in 1538. Michael Macquhane a burgess silk merchant and money lender was one of Edinburgh's leading citizens. The Hammermen took over the property in 1547. Magdalen Chapel Cowgate Edinburgh Attractions Magdalen Chapel Cowgate Edinburgh The Magdalen Chapel was built by Michael Macquhane and his wife Michael died in 1537 and his wife managed the completion of the chapel in 1542. The Magdalen Chapel was a chapel and Hospital for the poor. The Incorporation of Hammermen took over the running of the building in 1547. On the plaque above the door show their initials MM. JR. and the date of Janet Rynd's death 1553. The Chapel was a place of worship and also the guild Hall for the incorporation of Hammermen. The Hammermen were metal workers and tradesmen who became the trustees of the Chapel and attached building a hospital, which is now a hostel. Inside the Chapel is an amazing stain glass window which features the Royal Arms of Scotland and the Arms of Mary of Guise, the mother of Mary Queen of Scots. Also still in the Chapel is the Deacon of the Hammermen's Guild of Edinburgh chair which was made in 1708. There are many other artefacts from Scottish history on display in the Chapel please arrange a visit as there is much to see. Magdalen Chapel Doorway Lintel The Magdalen Chapel has a carved tablet above the entrance with initials and a date. there were also to carved figures which can be seen inside the chapel, One is of a bedeman (poor man) and the other is a Hammerman The two figures depict the poor man holding out his hand to the Hammerman for help. The inscription above the door reads; HE THAT HATH PITIE VPON THE POORE LENDETH UNTO THE LORD AND THE LORD WILL RECOMPENCE HIM THAT WHICH HE HETH GIUEN PRO: XIX. VERS XVII. Magdalen Chapel Hammermen Guild Chair. The Magdalen Chapel Incorporation of Hammermen's Guild Chair. This chair was where the Deacon would sit at meetings of the Hammermen. The Chair was made by Thomas Heron in 1708 at the cost of 33.13 Scots. It was restored in 2000. The Hammermen can trace the Deacons as far back as 1494. The coat of arms of the Hammermen can be seen on the back of the chair, a hammer with a crown above. Magdalen Chapel Chandelier The Chandelier that can be seen above the Deacon of Guild's Chair in the Magdalen Chapel was presented to the Magdalen Chapel in 1813 by the then Deacon William Armstrong. The Brods are inscribed panels which can be seen around the walls of the Magdalen Chapel and are records of gifts or legacies to the Chapel from the patrons. The first panel recorded in 1555. Magdalen Chapel Brods William Armstrong Magdalen Chapel Edinburgh Coat of Arms A painting hangs on the wall of the Magdalen Chapel of the Edinburgh Coat of Arms dated 1720. It was not until 1732 the coat of arms were formally granted to Edinburgh. The coat of arms were changed in 1975. The words on the scroll 'NISI DOMINUS FRUSTRA' have been associated with Edinburgh since 1647. The translation is 'Except the Lord in Vain'. A maiden stands to the right and a doe to the left of a Shield with Edinburgh Castle centre. The words on the plaque read; 'Insignia Civitatis Edinensis' translated means 'Excellent City Edinburgh'. Magdalen Chapel Scottish Reformation Society Protestant Institute There are two large portraits in the Magdalen Chapel, Rev. Dr James Begg and Rev James Aitken Wylie both ministers in the Free Church of Scotland. Rev Begg was the founder of the Scottish Reformation Society and the Protestant Institute. Rev. Wylie author of The History of Protestantism and a professor of the Protestant Institute. The Protestant religion is described by any group or religion that had its basis originally in the Catholic Church. Magdalen Chapel, Hammermen's Founders Panel . The panel high on the wall of the Magdalen Chapel main hall is a carved panel preserved displaying the crest of the founders surmounted by the crown and hammer. The Hammermen's insignia of their craft. The panel dates from 1624. Magdalen Chapel, Stain Glass Window Inside the Chapel is an amazing stain glass window which features The Lion Rampant, the Royal Arms of Scotland and the Arms of Mary of Guise, the mother of Mary Queen of Scots 1624. The coat of arms of Michael Macquhane founder of the Chapel and the arms of Michael and his wife Janet Rynd. This is the only pre-reformation stain glass in Scotland in tact. Edinburgh Medical Missionary Society Edinburgh Medical Missionary Society moved into 39 Cowgate in 1858 which was then owned by the Scottish Reformation Society. The EMMS (Edinburgh Medical Missionary Society and Livingstone Institute) rebuilt in 1877 and operated a dispensary for the local people. The building occupied from the corner of Candlemakers' Row to the Magdalen Chapel. Above the entrance on the corner are 13 carved heads Livingstone Medical Missionary Memorial Plaque The Rev. Robert Moffat D.D Laid this stone 9th June 1877 Robert Moffat was the father-in-law of David Livingstone the African explorer. Next - Back to Cowgate

Leith was once a thriving sea port with many whisky bonds and a seperate town from Edinburgh. Leith since 1920 is part of Edinburgh. Many attractions date from the 15th to 19th centuries. withh shore side restaurants and cafes visit leith for a gret time. Leith Shore Edinburgh Attractions In 1827 Leith became a Burgh as Edinburgh was, this lasted for a short time as in 1920 Edinburgh took over. Leith was first mentioned in history in 1143 when King David I granted the monks lands at ‘Inverlet’ He also had a harbour built at the Shore for personal use. Leith has been a very important area due to its position on the forth and closeness to Edinburgh. The port of Leith has been attached by Spanish, French, English and American ships over the years and eventually taken by Edinburgh in 1920. Take a trip to the redeveloped area of the commercial quayside just over the bridge at the Shore, where you will find many types of open air restaurants and just a short stroll away from the Royal Yacht Britannia and the indoor shopping mall Ocean Terminal. On a Sunday there is an outdoor market. In 1813 a Mr William Crawford opened a small biscuit Shop on the Shore Leith eventually merging with McVities circa 1960. King’s Landing Shore Leith Edinburgh Attractions The King’s Landing is the historic occasion of George the IV becoming the first monarch to stand on Scottish shores since Charles II in 1651. It came about by an invitation from Sir Walter Scott on a suggestion by Henry Dundas, (a very powerful politician at the time). The King’s Landing was at the Shore of Leith a port just outside Edinburgh on Thursday 15th August 1822 The plaques can be seen on the Shore on where he set foot on the shore and the other on the wall opposite the plaque. The Wall Plaque reads; OPPOSITE THIS SPOT KING GEORGE IV LANDED | ON 15th AUGUST 1822. AN HISTORIC VISIT | ARRANGED MAINLY BY SIR WALTER SCOTT | FOR THE BICENTENARY OF WHOSE BIRTH | THIS PLAQUE WAS ERECTED | LEITH CIVIC TRUST August 1971 King's Landing The Signal Tower Shore Leith Edinburgh Attractions The Signal Tower built in 1685 had sails of a windmill. The stone tower you can see today was originally higher by at least two further floors. The battlements were built during the Napoleonic war when the tower became the signal tower relaying flag messages to incoming ships The Sailor’s Home Shore Leith The Sailors Home built in 1883 was accommodation for sailors whose ships were in port. Look for the angel above the door an emblem for the seaman’s mission, now a luxury hotel. The Memorial to merchant seamen can be seen in front of the building. Merchant Seamen’s Memorial Tower Shore Leith The Memorial takes the form of a 5.5 metre sandstone column featuring seafaring scenes in bronze relief. It is possible to see navigators with charts, a ship’s cook, stokers, engineers, and seamen hauling lines. The Shore was chosen as the location for this new Memorial because Leith was Scotland’s premier port for more than 300 years, and served as Edinburgh’s trading port for more than 700 years. In addition, the Memorial recognises the 132 years of service dedicated to the Merchant Navy by Leith Nautical College (1855-1987) and its training ship, “Dolphin” (1944- 1979). Four shelves on the the working seamen showing their different duties. Musician’s Memorial Spiral Sculpture Shore Leith This sculpture of grey slate is a memorial to three musicians and was designed by the sculptor James Parker from Galloway Scotland. Thomas (Tam) Bennett Sim White He was a Blues and Jazz singer, TV personality and film actor. He was In many TV dramas and soaps performed on Top of the Pops. He was born in Grassmarket Edinburgh he went to the same secondary school (Darrock Academy) as Sean (007) Connery Raymond (Boz) Burrell He was born in Holbeach England. He was a musician, singer-songwriter and Guitar player. He played with Ritchie Blackmore, King Crimson, Bad Company and Tam White. Derek “Dell Boy” Allen The Gates of Leith Shore Leith The Gates of Leith stand with two cannon from the 16th century once part of the artillery that protected the Leith Docks from invaders. In the centre a bust of Governor John Hunter, son of a Leith ship master and second in command aboard H.M.S. Sirius when they found the colony of New South Wales in 1788. Governor John Hunter Bust Shore Leith Vice Admiral |John Hunter R.N.| 1737-1821 Captain John Hunter was captain of the HMS Sirius and later became the 2nd Governor of New South Wales Australia from 1795 returning to Britain in 1800. New South Wales was the penal outpost of the British Empire. As a professional sailor John Hunter was involved in the American War of Independence and took part in Chesapeake and Sandy Hook He was appointed third lieutenant of his flagship HMS Victory and he received his first command in 1782. John Hunter ended his career as a Vice-Admiral and spent his final years in Leith in 6 Cassels Place (43 Leith Walk near the corner of Kirk Street) before returning to London where he died in 1821. The inscription on the plaque reads; Governor John Hunter | Governor of New South Wales 1795 – 1800 | Born Leith 29th August 1737 Died London 13th March 1821 | John Hunter, son of a Leith Ship Master, was Second in | command aboard H.M.S. Sirius to Governor Arthur Phillip | Who Founded the Colony in January 1788. He Returned to be | The Colony’s Second Governor and Conducted its Government | with Sense, Duty, And Humanity. | This bust was donated to the Scots Australian Council in | Edinburgh by its Sculptor, Victor Cusack, and the Scottish | Australian Heritage Council in Sydney and was unveiled on | 28th August 1994, by The Rt. Hon. Norman Irons, the | Lord Provost of the City of Edinburgh, and his | Excellency, The Hon. Neal Blewett, High | Commissioner for Australia. HMS SIRIUS HMS Sirius built in Newhaven Leith Edinburgh, was the flagship of the First Fleet. The HMS Sirius set out from Portsmouth, England, in 1787 to establish the first European colony in New South Wales, Australia. Lighthouse Beacon Shore Leith The original position of the lighthouse beacon was in Burntisland, Fife (1876) and was moved to its present position in 1990. The roman numerals that can be seen on the front of the lighthouse show the date when it was first used. Sandy Irvine Robertson OBE Shore Leith Wine merchant, charity promoter and founder of the Scottish Business Achievements Awards Trust. After his premature death, his friends commissioned a bronze statue which sits on the waterfront at the estuary of the Water of Leith. Behind is a harpoon gun from Port Leith Whaling Station, and the Victoria Swing Bridge that was built in 1874. Christian Salvesen Harpoon Gun Shore Leith 1851 Christian Salvesen arrived in Leith and set up in business as a shipowner and broker, later the family started the whaling from Leith in 1906 and by 1911 Christian Salvesen & Co had become the largest whaling company in the world. Whale Oil was a very important commodity as it was used for the oil for lamps, machine lubrication, margarine, soap and glycerine for explosives. The gun came from one of the whale catchers run by the Salvesen Company which was registered in Leith Victoria Swing Bridge Shore Leith This bridge formerly carried a road, railway crossing and footpaths and was the largest swing bridge in Great Britain. The original Victoria Swing Bridge across the Inner Harbour linked the Albert Dock to the Victoria Dock and was built in 1874. The bridge is now static and is used as a footpath to cross the mouth of the Water of Leith. Fingal Luxury Hotel Fingal was built in 1963 by Blythswood Shipbuilding Company, Scotstoun Glasgow. As steam tender vessel for the Northern Lighthouse Board. The ship was registered in Leith and based for most of its life in Oban (30 years) and 6 years in Stromness, Orkney. The ship on its retirement was sold in 2000 and moored in Cornwall. In 2014 the Britannia trust purchased the vessel which had been renamed Windsor Castle and brought it back to Leith. The ship is 239.01 feet (72.85 m) in length. Its breadth: Beam to Beam is 40.35 feet (12.30 m) and Depth 8.50 feet (5.64 m). The Name has reverted back to Fingal and is now a Luxury five star hotel, moored at the Alexandra Dock in the Port of Leith. Royal Yacht Britannia Ocean Terminal Leith The Royal Yacht Britannia is the former Royal Yacht of the British monarch Queen Elizabeth II. The ship is now permanently moored at Ocean Terminal in Edinburgh. The Britannia is the 83rd vessel since the first Royal yacht owned by King Charles II in 1660. It is the second Royal yacht to bear the name Britannia, the first being the famous racing cutter built for the Prince of Wales in 1893. Have a day out and look around the famous Yacht. Now the rich and famous hire the ship for the evening for dinner parties. Royal Yacht Britannia Antony Gormley Statue Leith Jetty Antony Gormley is a renowned British sculptor with works that are displayed over the word from New Zealand Hong Kong and the U.S.A and all around the UK. The iconic Angel of the North to statues a man 6 of which are around Edinburgh. I have named this one for the birds. Kinloch Anderson Museum Kinloch Anderson Heritage Room Museum Kinloch Anderson was started in 1868 by William Anderson and his two sons in Edinburgh’s George Street. It has Royal warrants of appointment and is a global name in tailoring. The Museum tells the story of the Kinloch Anderson Family business from its start in 1868. The Citadel Archway Leith Shore The Citadel Archway is the only remains of Leith Citadel built by Oliver Cromwell’s troops in 1656. Located next to what was St Ninian’s Church. When the Citadel was first built it stood alone next to the beach. Leith was fought over by the English and French and eventually a treaty was signed. The Citadel was a fortification where retreating troops would go when the main walls of the city defences were breached. Leith Citadel was one of the largest as its location to Edinburgh made it an important site to control. The other Citadels that were built were in Perth Inverness, Ayr and (Inverlochy) now Fort William. In 1827 Leith became an independent Parliamentary Burgh which lasted less than 100 years as in 1920 it became a part of Edinburgh. The first recorded mention of Leith was in 1143. Leith was so important that even the American Navy under John Paul Jones tried to capture the port of Leith. Commercial Quay Leith Shore Take a trip to the redeveloped area of the commercial quayside just over the bridge at the Shore, where you will find many types of open air restaurants and just a short stroll away from the Royal Yacht Britannia and the indoor shopping mall Ocean Terminal. Customs House Leith Shore The coat of arms over the entrance of the Customs House is that of King George III. The Leith Customs House was built circa 1811 to house and control the goods being brought into Leith by the many ships that traded around the world. All Captains had to declare there cargo and pay a duty. The customs Houses were at every port and have been in operation circa 1390. The customs house of Leith was previously at Trinity House where the maritime museum is now situated. The King’s Wark Shore Leith The King’s Wark has history from circa 1430 when it was built by order of James I. In 1590 King James VI, his wife the Queen, Princess Anne of Denmark, resided there for five nights. In 1606 the King’s Wark and lands were gifted to Bernard Lindsay by James VI, The King’s Wark was known to be rebuilt and extended by Mr Bernard Lindsay in 1613 with a tennis court and four Taverns, one for the King and a cellar for the King’s wines. In 1649 it became a weigh House for hemp and iron. The thoroughfare was known as Bernard’s Nook but in 1806 when improvements were being made the new thoroughfare was named Bernard Street after Bernard Lindsay. Queen’s Landing Shore Leith Edinburgh Attractions This Plaque commemorates the landing in Leith of Mary Stuart, Queen of Scots upon her return from France on 19th August 1561. Mary Stuart (Mary Queen of Scots) was born on 8 December 1542. She was the queen of Scotland from December 1542 until July 1567. An infant Queen due to her father King James V death 6 days after her birth. Her reign ended on a forced abdication by Scottish nobles in 1567 at Carberry. Mary’s cousin Queen Elizabeth I had her arrested and she spent the rest of her life as a prisoner until her execution in 1587. Queens Landing Lamb’s House Leith Lamb’s House was built in 1610, was one of the finest merchant’s houses in Scotland. It was built by a merchant called Andrew Lamb a member of the lamb family who lived in the Leith area for circa 200 years. As the date of May Queen of Scots landing was prior to this it is unlikely to be the same house. It is more likely to be the King’s Wark that she waited as this was for the upper class and royalty. Old Leith Bridge Leith North Leith and “St Leonard’s Lands” or what became South Leith were joined by a bridge that connected the two areas in 1493. This was the first Stone Bridge to be built over the inlet. Due to the shipbuilders operating upstream from the bridge and when the ships were ready to sail they would have to pass under the bridge, which stopped large ships from being built. The first bridge was replaced by a drawbridge which was built closer to the estuary. When shipbuilding stopped the bridge was replaced by what is in place today. St Ninian’s Chapel Shore Leith St Ninian’s Chapel was established in 1493 by Robert Ballantyne, Abbot of Holyrood. When the English were on the rampage burning and destroying churches and castles in Scotland 1560-1 St Ninian’s was not spared. In 1609 North Leith parish was a new parish and required a Church The ruins of St Ninian’s became the possession of the people of north Leith and rebuilt the chapel which became the parish Church. The Church was extended in 1675. As Leith grew the church became to small for the congregation and a new church was built in 1816. The church building was used by other church groups until 1825 when it was used for commercial purposes. On the wall above the main entrance, stone inscriptions read: Blessed Are | They Yet Heir | Yevord of God | And keep It | Luke XI | 1600 S.S. Explorer Shore Leith Docks Edinburgh The SS Explorer is the last surviving steam trawler in the world. It was a purpose built fishery research ship. She is on the National Historic Ships. Launched on 21 June 1955. SS Explorer went out of service in 1984. The SS Explorer was a fishery research Ship which was to investigate fish breeding and feeding grounds which could establish fishing levels and types of fish that would suit the British markets. This would enable fishing boats to be more productive. The SS Explorer has been in Leith docks since 1996 being restored for historic purposes and would be a unique museum. She was one of the last ship of it kind registered to the port of Leith. Next - Newhaven Edinburgh

Queen Street was the last buildings in the original New Town of Edinburgh with gardens on the north side of the street. The National Portrait Gallery was built in Queen Street by the founder aand owner of the Sctsman newspaper Sr R Queen Street Edinburgh Attractions Queen Street Edinburgh the last street in the planned New Town Edinburgh named after Queen Charlotte wife of George III. Thing to see and do in Queen Street. Home of James Young Simpson, Royal College of Physicians and Scottish National Portrait Gallery. Queen Street Scottish National Portrait Gallery The Scottish National Portrait Gallery in Queen Street houses many of the Scottish Masters and has many statues, busts, sculptures, art works modern and contemporary. With a cafe and many exhibits its a great place to spend a wet day. Scottish National Portrait Gallery The Plaque on the west of the entrance reads; Dedicated to the | illustration of Scottish | history. This edifice the | gift to his native country | of John Ritchie Findlay | was erected anno domini 1890 | by the honourable the board | of trustees for manufactures | R Rowan Anderson LLD architect Scottish National Portrait Gallery Statues Queen Street Edinburgh Scottish National Portrait Gallery was built in the 1880. All the portraits are from Scottish history, painted by a range of major European and American masters. The gallery also displays sculptures, miniatures and photographs. Unique visual history of Scotland told through the portraits of those who shaped it, from the 16th century to the present. They include Mary Queen of Scots, Sir Walter Scott, Robert Burns and Sean Connery. It also houses the National Photography Collection. Ist Viscount Duncan John Hunter George Buchanan Cardinal Beaton 2nd Duke of Argyll John Knox Sir Ralph Abercrombie David Hume Adam Smith Sir Henry Raeburn Ist Viscount Stair Gavin Douglas Sir David Lesley William Dunbar King James VI & I King Malcolm III King James I King Alexander III James Douglas King James V Earl of Moray Saint Margaret John Napier William Maitland John Lesley Kleio Daughter of Zeus William Wallace Mary Queen of Scots Robert the Bruce Bishop Gavin Douglas James Hutton Link to Inside the Portrait Gallery James Young Simpson (7 June 1811 – 6 May 1870) James Young Simpson discovered the unaesthetic power of chloroform and introduced anesthesia to childbirth. Simpson was elected a member of the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences in 1863. On 4th November, 1847 Simpson first used chloroform. It was first used as an anaesthetic to help ease the pain during childbirth. Queen Victoria used chloroform during the delivery of Prince Leopold in 1853. Simpson was the first man to be knighted by the Scottish Court of the Lord Lyon for services to medicine. "Victo Dolore" (pain conquered) is the inscription on Simpson’s coat of arms. Simpson died at his home in Edinburgh at the age of fifty-eight. A burial spot in Westminster Abbey was offered to his family, but they declined and instead buried Simpson closer to home in Warriston Cemetery, Edinburgh. On the day of Simpson's funeral, a Scottish holiday was declared, including the banks and stock markets, with over 100,000 citizens lining the funeral cortege on its way to the cemetery, while over 1,700 colleagues and business leaders took part in the procession itself. James Young Simpson Lived in 52 Queen Street Edinburgh for over 25 years. Royal College of Physicians Queen Street Edinburgh The Royal College of Physicians was given its Royal status in 1681 by Charles II and their first meeting hall was in Fountain Close in 1704. The present building was completed in 1844 and previous to that the first building on the same site was started in 1775. The three statues are of Hygeia (daughter of Asclepius and Goddess of good health), Asclepius (Greek God of medicine and son of Apollo), Hippocrates (ancient Greek physician). Two panels’ right and left of Hygeia show the winged lions at the lyre of Apollo. THE ROYAL COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS QUEEN STREET EDINBURGH WINGED LIONS AT THE LYRE OF APOLLO. Asclepius (Greek God of medicine) (Son of Apollo) Hippocrates (ancient Greek physician). Asclepius was a Greek god, healer and one of the Argonauts and his downfall was when he resurrected two mortals, Zeus was unhappy with his actions and slew Asclepius with a thunderbolt. Hippocrates Lived on the island of Kos, He was a Greek physician and is believed to be one of the most important figures in the history of medicine. Known as the "Father of Western Medicine" The Hippocratic Oath that doctors take is named after him. Hygeia (Daughter of Asclepius) (Goddess of good health) Hygiene Greek goddess of good health was a daughter and helper of the god of medicine Asclepius,and a friend to the goddess Aphrodite. Mary Erskine School Plaque Mary Erskine donated a sum of money from her husbands estate to the Company of Merchants of Edinburgh, to have a school built to educate the poor children of Edinburgh Merchant families. The School (Hospital as they were called) named Merchant Maiden Hospital first opened in the Cowgate in 1694. It then moved to new premises on the corner of Bristo Street (now Bristo Place) and Lothian Street in 1706. As it grew it moved again to new premises in 1818 at the Lauriston area at the foot of Archibald Place. In 1870 moving once more to larger premises in the New town and changing its name to Edinburgh Educational Institution for Young Ladies. It was renamed in 1889 to The Edinburgh Ladies’ College. In honour of Mary Erskine the school changes its name in 1944 to The Mary Erskine School and a final move to its present home at Ravelston in 1966. Inside Portrait Gallery Queen Street

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Places to stay in Edinburgh. Accommodation of all kinds Glamping, Airbnb, Hotels, Apartments (Self Catering and Serviced), Guest Houses, Hotels, backpackers, Caravan and Camp sites there is something for everyone and all budgets for a one night stay or longer. Places to Stay Accommodation for Edinburgh Visitors Golfers and Tourists There are many types of accommodation, from the five star Hotel to hostels and backpackers residence. What you can find here are contact details for a selection of Edinburgh St Andrews Dundee East Lothian Hotels and Guest Houses Edinburgh is well known as a destination worldwide, with visitors all year round. This website has been translated into a number of languages to help the none English speaking visitors. Guest Houses BnB's Hotels Edinburgh Hotels St Andrews Hotels Near Golf Courses

Edinburgh Castle not to be missed when visiting Edinburgh. A fortress in the centre of Edinburgh over 1500 years inhabited. See its history, museums, Royal Palace, Great Hall an St Margaret's Chapel the oldest building in Edinburgh still in use for its original purpose. Edinburgh Castle Attractions All About Edinburgh Castle History Edinburgh Castle History Edinburgh Castle Rock was formed over 300 million years ago by volcanic eruptions. Probably, the first evidence of inhabitants on the rock was in the Bronze Age circa 900 BC. This was due to evidence of an Iron Age fort being unearthed dated circa 900 BC. Edinburgh Castle First Fortress The first writings probably were about a fortress on Edinburgh Castle Rock circa 600 AD in a poem Gododdin. This tells of Gododdin a race of warriors who lived in the south-east of Scotland and north-east England. Gododdin left the fortress of Din Eiden (Edinburgh) to battle with the Angles of Northumbria. Consequently, The Gododdin were wiped out and the Angles of Northumbria took control of the area. Scottish Borders King Malcolm II took over control of the area in 1016 at the Battle of Carham. He also changed the border of Scotland to the River Tweed as Northumbria once extended as far as the River Forth. Edinburgh Castle Occupation Edinburgh Castle was originally built of wood by Malcolm III circa 1070. It was then built of stone by King David I circa 1130. Also including the building of a small Chapel for his mother Margaret. (St Margaret’s Chapel) the oldest surviving building in Edinburgh Castle. The occupation of Edinburgh Castle in 1296 by Edward I of England lasted until early 1314. Consequently the Scots led by Thomas Randolph – First earl of Moray recaptured Edinburgh Castle for the Scots. Similarly in 1335 the English under Edward III also lost control in 1341 when William Douglas regained it for the Scots. In 1361 David II strengthened the fortifications of Edinburgh Castle and built a tower. David’s Tower probably over 80 foot high which unfortunately was destroyed in the Lang Siege 1573. Unfortunately there are only underground remnants still visible. David II died in Edinburgh Castle 1371. Last Royal Occupation Edinburgh Castle Finally, the last King to reside in Edinburgh Castle was Charles I in 1633 before his coronation. In 1650 Edinburgh Castle was once again under attack by the English led by Oliver Cromwell. After several months of siege, Edinburgh Castle was surrendered to Oliver Cromwell and the English forces. When Charles II was restored as King. He set up an army garrison in Edinburgh Castle that remained until the 1920’s. Edinburgh Castle became a tourist attraction and was open to visitors circa 1833. It is now one of the world’s most visited attractions in the UK. All the Attractions of Edinburgh Castle Edinburgh Castle Gates Originally there were two gates that protected Edinburgh Castle. Firstly the gate from the Esplanade over the drawbridge and then the inner barrier gate. Later a further gate was built, the Portcullis Gate. The Castle Gates plaque reads; For a period of at least 2000 years, this fortress was defended by the outer gate at the head of the esplanade. Edinburgh Castle Drawbridge Edinburgh Castle Gatehouse Gatehouse Plaque Sir William Kirkcaldy Edinburgh Castle Fortress Firstly look up high on the rock left before the Portcullis Gate. Where there is a memorial plaque to Sir William Kirkcaldy. The inscription reads: In memory of Sir William Kirkcaldy of Grange. Justly reputed to be one of the best soldiers and most accomplished cavaliers of his time. He held this castle for Queen Mary from May 1568 to May 1573. And after its honourable surrenders, suffered death for his devotion to Her cause on 3 August 1573. Sir William Kirkcaldy Tablet Thomas Randolph Earl of Moray Edinburgh Castle Fortress Further into the castle on the wall after the Portcullis Gate and the Lang Stairs a further plaque can be seen and reads; To commemorate Thomas Randolph Earl of Moray. A distinguished soldier and diplomatist. Who recovered this castle in 1313 after it had been for 20 years in the hands of the English. Thomas Randolph Earl of Murray Tablet Edinburgh Castle Argyle Tower Edinburgh Castle Fortress The Argyle Tower was built on to the top of the portcullis gate in 1867 and entrance is at the top of the Lang Stairs the original access to Edinburgh Castle. Named after the the 9th Earl of Argyle (Archibald Campbell) 1663-85. Imprisoned in the room above the Portcullis Gate before his execution June 1685. He was executed when found guilty of treason 19 Dec 1681. Because he lead a rebellion against the Roman Catholic Church and James VII of Scotland. Old Guardhouse Inner Barrier Edinburgh Castle Fortress The Old Guard house was built in 1853. Detention cells were added in 1866 and also later used as the Quartermaster stores. The present Guardhouse pictured above replaced the Old Guardhouse in 1887. The Inner Barrier posts where a large wooden gate would have hung, stand at each side of the road. Almost beside the door to the old guardhouse. Edinburgh Castle Old Guardhouse & Inner Barrier Edinburgh Castle Old Guardhouse & Inner Barrier Portcullis Gate Edinburgh Castle Fortress The first gateway after a short walk uphill gets you to the Portcullis Gate. Also Built after the Lang Siege in 1573 on the site of the Constable’s Tower. The large spikes of the Portcullis are only open for visitors and closed to stop any unwanted invasion. The upper section of the gates were added circa 1887. The Portcullis Gate plaque reads; 1574 -77 Built after the long siege of 1571-3. As the main gateway into the castle. It stands on the site of the medieval Constable’s Tower. The top storey was added in 1887. Edinburgh Castle Portcullis Gate Edinburgh Castle Portcullis Gate Edinburgh Castle Portcullis Gate Plaque Lang Stairs Edinburgh Castle Fortress First of all when through the portcullis gate on entering Edinburgh Castle to the left are the Lang Stairs. This is the most direct route to the highest point of the Castle Rock. The Lang Stairs was the main access to the summit of the castle rock in the middle ages.Furthermore on the right near the top of the Lang Stairs is the Argyle Tower. This was the original entrance under Constable’s Tower. Constables Tower was also destroyed in the Lang Siege of 1573. The easy way up is by the hill with setts creating a road that winds up the slope. Installed to make it easier to get the cannon to the battlements. The Water Tank Foog’s Gate Edinburgh Castle Fortress The circular building on the way to Foog’s Gate is an old iron water tank which stored the water for Edinburgh Castle. The water was supplied from St Margaret's well at the foot of the rock which in turn supplied the Fore Well. Foog’s Gate E dinburgh Castle Fortress Foog’s Gate built after the Lang Siege circa 1580 was a further gate to stop invaders. No one knows the background to the name. Maybe it is to do with fog or low cloud that often settles on Edinburgh Castle. Foog’s Gate gives entry to the Upper Ward, the highest part of Edinburgh Castle. The Gate is attached to the building that houses a great water tank made of iron (not in use) that was a store of water for Edinburgh Castle. Foog’s Gate plaque reads; The main entrance to the citadel by the 17th century. The perimeter wall looped for both cannon and musketry, was builtin King Charles II’s reign (1660- 85). Edinburgh Castle Mons Meg Cannon Mons Meg is a Belgian cannon given to James II as a gift in 1457. Named after where it was tested in Mons in Belgium. Mons Meg was a super gun that could shoot a cannonball up to 2 miles. Mons Meg was last used in battle circa 1554 and was last fired circa 1680, when the barrel burst. It spent many years in England. Mons Meg was finally returned to the Castle in 1829 and has been on the battlements ever since. One o’clock Gun Edinburgh Castle Fortress . A 105 mm field gun is fired from Mills Mount in Edinburgh Castle Monday – Saturday at 13.00 hours. Sundays it does not fire as no seamen work on the Sabbath. Good Friday and Christmas Day are also days it is not fired. A gun has been fired here since 1861 as an audio time signal to shipping in the Firth of Forth. The original signal was the Time Ball which was on the mast of Nelson Monument on Calton Hill. The Time Ball The Time Ball on the mast of Nelson’s monument was originally a visual aid for the sailors in the Leith port and the Firth of Forth to set their chronometers by. Due to the weather being overcast in Edinburgh often, an audio aid was introduced (The One O’clock Gun) in 1861, in addition to the Time Ball. David’s Tower Edinburgh Castle Fortress David’s Tower probably built by David II, circa 1368 once stood almost 80 feet (25 mtrs) high consequently giving a view of 360 degrees for an early warning of invaders by sea or land. The remains of the tower are below ground as the tower was bombarded by cannon during the Lang Siege of 1571 – 1573 and all but destroyed. As a result The Half Moon Battery was built to replace it after the Lang Siege in 1573. Most noteworthy In 1941 the Scottish crown jewels were taken from the crown room where they are on display today. They were buried below in the depths of David’s Tower. For the reason that if the Germans invaded they would not find the Honours of Scotland (Crown Jewels). Consequently the Germans did not invade they were brought back out from their hiding place and returned to the crown room. Half Moon Battery Edinburgh Castle Fortress . David II built David’s Tower circa 1361 and it was destroyed in the Lang Siege in May 1573. Rebuilding took place immediately with the Half Moon Battery where David’s Tower had stood. A Great Half Bastion Round built by Lord Chancellor of Scotland Regent Morton which you can see today. The Fore Well Edinburgh Castle Fortress The Fore Well, circa 115 feet (34 mtrs) deep, was the Castle’s main water supply mentioned when Robert the Bruce blocked it in 1314 attack as the Scots retained the Castle. The Water could also have been the source of Saint Margaret’s Well at the foot of the castle rock in West Princes Street Gardens. Circa 1080. Still in use circa 1840. Access to Saint Margaret’s Well is over the foot bridge at the rear of the Ross Bandstand in West Princes Street Gardens Forewall Battery Edinburgh Castle Fortress The Forewall Battery with 5 cannon pointing over what was the Nor Loch to the north the battery first built circa 1545 and rebuilt and extended 1573. The iron basket on the wall was light to warn the people of Edinburgh the expected invasion. Royal Scots Regiment of Scotland Museum Edinburgh Castle The Royal Scots museum tells the stories from over 350 years of campaigning, most noteworthy are the six Victoria Crosses on display and the stories of heroic deeds behind them. The Royal Scots were the oldest serving infantry regiment in the British Army. Founded in 1633 when Sir John Hepburn raised a body of men in Scotland for service in France in the Thirty Years’ War. Under a Royal Warrant granted by King Charles I known as ‘Pontius Pilate’s Bodyguard’. Also now known 1st Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland, abbreviated to 1 SCOTS. Royal Scots Royal Scots Dragoon Guards Regimental Museum Edinburgh Castle The Regimental Museum tells the history of the Scottish regiments, their heroes and unique artefacts from battles. The most important artefact being the flag taken by Ensign Ewart from the French at the Battle of Waterloo. Royal Scots Dragoon Guards are the senior Scottish regiment in the British Army. In the museum can be seen the French Eagle and Standard captured at the Battle of Waterloo by Ensign Ewart. The Royal Scots Dragoon Guards are a light cavalry regiment famous for its iconic victory at the Battle of Waterloo 1815. Also were part of the charge of the Light brigade. Read the story of Ensign Ewart and how they adopted the Eagle as their emblem. Ensign Ewart’s memorial stone stands on the Castle Esplanade with his grave stone behind it. Read the hole story “Taking of the Flag” Dragoon Guards Dury’s Battery Edinburgh Castle Fortress The Dury Battery was named after Captain Theodore Dury who built the battery after the 1708 Jacobite rising. Captain Dury was the military engineer for Scotland. In 1757 the guns were removed and the battery was converted into an exercise yard for prisoners of war. Furthermore, the Military Prison and the War Prisoners Prison are also located in this yard. The Scottish National War Memorial Edinburgh Castle The Scottish National War Memorial Edinburgh Castle tells the story of Scotland at war with many items from the past that tell great stories of battles won and to many that were lost. The National war memorial commemorates all who have fallen in wars from 1914 to this day. A display of the rolls of honour, is of all in Scottish services and civilians who were casualties of wars. The Scottish National War Memorial is a building in Crown Square which is at the height of Edinburgh Castle rock on which Edinburgh Castle stands. The Building was opened in 1927. The Memorial is open to the public, free of charge on application to the Castle Ticket Office. Governor’s House Edinburgh Castle The Governor’s House was built as accommodation in 1742 for the Governor of Edinburgh Castle and are still used for the same purpose. Edinburgh Castle St Margaret’s Chapel St Margaret’s Chapel Edinburgh Castle was built by David I circa 1130 for his mother Queen Margaret. The Chapel was renamed in 1250 when Margaret was canonised, therefore St Margaret’s Chapel. The Oldest building n Edinburgh Castle is St Margaret’s Chapel Probably also in Edinburgh. Which is still in use today. Stone of Destiny Now in Perth Museum In 1292 John Balliol was most certainly the last king to use the Stone of Destiny. He became king in 1292 until 1296. In 1296 the Stone of Destiny was captured by Edward I of England and taken to Westminster Abbey in London. The Stone of Destiny was finally returned to Scotland on St Andrews Day 1996 the first time in 700 years. There are also many stories of the Stone of Destiny’s origins from Syria to Egypt, from Spain. Before arriving in Ireland and then Scotland. The Stone of destiny is beside the Scottish Crown Jewels (Honours of Scotland) in the Crown Room of Edinburgh Castle. I have to images of the Crown Jewels as they are in a special glass case restricting photographs. There is a monument of Robert the Bruce having himself crowned as King of Scotland at Scone in 1306. Edinburgh Castle The Scottish Crown Jewels (The Honours of Scotland) The Scottish Crown Jewels have been in continuous occupation of Edinburgh Castle since 1660. Most noteworthy the Honours of Scotland were forgotten about as they had been abolished in 1707 and locked away. Subsequently they were found locked in a chest in the crown room by Sir Walter Scott in 1818. As a result they have been on display in the Crown Room ever since. The Crown jewels consist of a crown, sceptre and sword of state. Firstly used in a group for the coronation of Mary Queen of Scots in 1543. The Sceptre is thought to have been a gift from the Pope Alexander VI in 1494. The Crown was a design for King James V in 1540 and the Sword gifted to King James IV in 1507 by Pope Julius II. The Scottish Crown Jewels (Honours of Scotland) are the oldest Crown Jewels in the British Isles. The images below are replicas in an outer room of the crown room. Edinburgh Castle Dog Cemetery Royal Palace Edinburgh Castle Royal Palace Edinburgh Castle was were Mary Queen of Scots gave birth to her son James in 1566. He was later to become James VI. Mary of Guise was French (Marie de Guise) born on 22 November 1515 was the wife of James V and Queen of Scots from 1538 to 1542. She gave birth to Mary later to be Mary Queen of Scots. Also served as Regent of Scotland in her daughter’s name from 1554 to 1560. Mary de Guise died in Edinburgh Castle in 1560. For security she had a Palace and Chapel built at the foot of Castlehill. Only the facade remains as the University of Edinburgh demolished it to build the New College in 1846. James VI returned To Edinburgh Castle in 1617 for the Jubilee celebrations. Finally the last royal to stay in Edinburgh Castle being Charles I in 1633. The Royal Palace Plaque reads; The residence of the Stewart Kings and Queens in the 15th & 16th centuries. The birthplace of King James VI in 1566 and the home of The Scottish Crown Jewels. Edinburgh Castle Birth Room James VI Antechamber Laich Hall The Laich (low) Hall is in the Royal Palace in Crown Square of Edinburgh Castle. This is where many Royal banquets and dances took place. Also can be found there is the antechamber and birth room. Where Mary Queen of Scots gave birth to her son James. Who was to become James the VI of Scotland and James the 1st of England. King James VI was the last King of Scotland and after the Union of the Crowns in 1603 also became King James I of England. The Great Hall Edinburgh Castle Great Hall, Edinburgh Castle, Crown Square. Built by King James IV circa 1480 and completed in circa 1510 and restored in 1888. This hall is a magnificent architectural sight, with its the original hammer-beam (wooden) ceiling. Certainly the best preserved in any of the Castles of Great Britain. Also the painting of Ensign Ewart is on the end wall with weapons and armour. Finally do not miss the key to Edinburgh Castle also in the Great Hall. Used now by the Royals for State and Royal functions. Edinburgh Castle Prisons Thomas III de Grey First Prisoner Edinburgh Castle The first prisoners of war known, date back to at least 1355. Maybe, the first being Thomas III de Grey an English knight captured in 1355. While captive he began to write the “Scalacronica” the history of England from 1272 – 1362 furthermore he used the Castle library for reference. Another was Brigadier William Mackintosh, Laird of Borlum Inverness (Mackintosh of Borlum) one of the leaders in the Jacobite uprising of 1715 who spent his last 20 plus years a prisoner in Edinburgh Castle. Foreign Prisoners French prisoners were held in Edinburgh Castle in 1757 from the 7 years war and soldiers of America, Italy, France, Spain, Netherlands and Poland were held prisoner here circa 1760. Many of the prisoners scratched their names into the doors and walls of the vaults. Finally in 18811 when 49 prisoners escaped from Edinburgh Castle Prison it was deemed unsuitable and no further prisoners were placed in Edinburgh Castle. Edinburgh Castle Military Prison Edinburgh Castle Military Prison first of all opened 1842 and finally closed 1923. This small Victorian prison was built as a result of offending soldiers from the castle garrison and those of visiting regiments. Queen Anne Building Crown Square Edinburgh Castle The Queen Anne building was built circa 1710 after the Jacobite uprising of 1708. The main function was barracks for officers and Castle gunners. Also this site previously was where the royal gun house stood and furthermore the position where Mons Meg first stood. Field Marshal Earl Douglas Haig First of all, Douglas Haig was born a son of famous whisky distiller's in Edinburgh on 19th June 1861. He finally died in 1928 and was buried at Dryburgh Abbey. His grave stone stands beside the family grave of Sir Walter Scott. Finally he founded the Haig Fund (who make the Poppies) and the Royal British Legion. Douglas Haig Military Career Firstly, in his military career he was enrolled in the Royal Military College at Sandhurst in 1884. In June 1899 Haig went to South Africa to serve in the Boer War. Douglas Haig became major-general, certainly the youngest officer to hold the rank in the British Army. He also was responsible for training the Indian Cavalry. Furthermore in 1909 Haig was appointed as chief of staff in India. Most noteworthy In 1910, Douglas Haig took command of the 1st Army Corps of the British Expeditionary Force (BEF) based in Aldershot. Consequently Haig and the (BEF) went to France in August 1914. He became commander in chief of the (BEF). Finally, General Haig after a long and bloody battle over several months (July –December) brought an end to the Somme Offensive. As a result in that time, it is estimated, the British army suffered over 400,000 casualties, the French 200,000 and Germans circa 500,000 casualties. Because of his actions Haig was nicknamed “The Butcher of the Somme”. He used human life with no regards to consequences. Douglas Haig Honours He was finally knighted (Knight of the Order of the Thistle) in July 1917 and consequently became Sir Douglas Haig. Furthermore, in 1919 he was made Earl Haig then finally in 1921 Baron Haig of Bemersyde. The statue of of Douglas Haig is in the square outside the Hospital in Edinburgh Castle. Plaque Finally the plaque on the statue in Edinburgh Castle reads; This statue was present to the City of Edinburgh by Sir Dhunjibhoy Bomanji of Bombay. In admiration of the service rendered to the British Empire by the Field Marshal. Also the engraved stone on the house in Charlotte Square Edinburgh reads; In this house Douglas Haig was born 19th June 1861. Douglas Haig’s grave stone in Dryburgh Abbey have the words; Douglas Haig born in Edinburgh June 19th 1861. Departed out of this world Sunday Jan 29th 1928. Edinburgh Castle Hospital The Edinburgh Castle hospital buildings in Hospital Square were built in 1753 as two ordnance storehouse for arms and military equipment. They were converted into the Garrison Hospital in 1897. Ordnance Storehouse National War Museum and Hospital The Ordnance store house was one of two warehouses for arms and military equipment. Built to a design by General William Skinner chief engineer in north Britain in 1753. He was also the creator of Fort George the Garrison fortress of the Scottish Highlands. This ordnance store house now houses the Military Museum. Previously was converted from a 60-bed hospital that cared for German Prisoners of war during the First World War. War Museum Edinburgh Castle Key to the Door The Edinburgh Castle Key with tags of the keeper of the key click to magnify and read the tags. Next - Castle Esplanade

Edinburgh Basketball Clubs Scotland the teams venues clubs and contacts. All Standards and ages. Basketball a team sport for both girls boys. See all the outdoor Basketball courts in Edinburgh. Edinburgh Basketball Clubs BASKETBALL SCOTLAND EDINBURGH Basketball is a team sport for both girls and boys with no age limit. all that is required is a ball to start. Learn how to bounce the ball (dribble) with both your right and left hands. Learn the technique of passing to another person, or use a wall. Once you fell good at both then find an outside basketball court. To shoot the ball correctly get instruction from a experienced player or coach. The first thing to learn is layups. then progress to the rest of the game. EDINBURGH - EAST LOTHIAN - WEST LOTHIAN - MIDLOTHIAN AND SCOTTISH BORDERS If your club details are not published contact gary@allaboutedinburgh.co.uk and I will list your club details SPORTS Basketball Lothian Phoenix Wheelchair Basketball Club Armadale Academy West Main Street Armadale EH48 3LY Midlothian Scotland davidgilmour@lothianphoenix.org.uk www.lothianphoenix.org.uk Basketball East Lothian Dragons Basketball Club 2 John Muir Road Dunbar EH42 1GB East Lothian Scotland contact@eastlothiandragons.com www.eastlothiandragons.com Basketball Gracemount Panthers Basketball Club Castle Brae High School 2A Greendykes Road Edinburgh EH16 4DP City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 661 1282 gracemount-panthers@hotmail.co.uk Basketball Pleasance Basketball Club Forrester High School Broomhouse Road Edinburgh EH12 9AE City of Edinburgh Scotland info@pleasancebasketball.co.uk www.pleasancebasketball.co.uk Basketball City of Edinburgh Basketball Club Holy Rood RC High School‎ Duddingston Road West Edinburgh EH15 1ST City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 661 5871 Basketball Heriot Watt University Basketball Club Centre for Sport and Exercise Riccarton Campus Edinburgh EH14 4AS City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 451 8435 basketball@hw.ac.uk www.hw.ac.uk/sports/basketball Basketball West Lothian Wolves Basketball Club James Young High School Quentin Rise Livingston EH54 6NE West Lothian Scotland 07770 350 336 basketballdevelopm www.westlothianwolves.com Basketball Spartans Basketball Club Crags Sports Centre Bowmont Place Edinburgh EH8 9RY City of Edinburgh Scotland bmer45@hotmail.com www.leaguelineup.com Basketball Leith Honey Badgers Basketball Club Leith Academy Academy Park Edinburgh EH6 8JQ City of Edinburgh Scotland leithhoneybadgers@gmail.com www.leithhoneybadgers.net Basketball Blaze Basketball Club The Crags Bowmont Place Edinburgh EH8 9RY City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 667 3334 mail@blazebasketball.co.uk Basketball Edinburgh University Basketball Club Centre for Sports and Exercise Pleasance Edinburgh EH8 9TJ City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 650 2346 eubasketball@hotmail.com Basketball Napier University Basketball Club Edinburgh Napier University Sighthill Court Edinburgh EH11 4BN City of Edinburgh Scotland baskteball@napierstudents.com www.napierstudents.com Basketball Midlothian Madness Basketball Club Carnethy Centre Muirhead Place Penicuik EH26 0LE Midlothian Scotland midlothianmadnessbasketball@gmail.com Basketball Edinburgh Lions Basketball Club Broughton High School East Fettes Avenue Edinburgh EH4 1EG City of Edinburgh Scotland Edinburgh Outdoor Basketball Courts Looking to play Basketball, try one of the outdoor basketball courts in Edinburgh JUST TAKE YOUR BALL ALONG AND SHOOT SOME HOOPS FREE ENTRY TO ALL COURTS Edinburgh Outdoor Basketball Edinburgh Outdoor Basketball Courts Edinburgh Outdoor Basketball Court Canonmills Basketball Court King George V Park Edinburgh Edinburgh Outdoor Basketball Court Dalmeny Basketball court Dalmeny Street Edinburgh Edinburgh Outdoor Basketball Court Drummond Basketball Court Bellevue Place Edinburgh Edinburgh Outdoor Basketball Court Dalry Basketball Court Dalry Road Edinburgh Edinburgh Outdoor Basketball Court Iona Basketball Court Iona Street Edinburgh Edinburgh Outdoor Basketball Court Inch Basketball Court Inch Park Gilmerton Road Edinburgh Edinburgh Outdoor Basketball Court Inverleith Basketball Court Inverleith Park Arboretum Place Edinburgh Edinburgh Outdoor Basketball Court Bingham Basketball Court Bingham Broadway Foot of Duddingston Row Edinburgh Edinburgh Outdoor Basketball Courts Edinburgh Outdoor Basketball Court Montgomery Basketball Court Montgomery Park Montgomery Street Edinburgh Edinburgh Outdoor Basketball Court Morningside Basketball Court Morningside Park Morningside Drive Edinburgh Edinburgh Outdoor Basketball Court Newhaven Basketball Court Basketball court Craighall Road Edinburgh Edinburgh Outdoor Basketball Court Piershill Basketball Court Piershill Square East Edinburgh Edinburgh Outdoor Basketball Court Portobello Basketball Court Rosefield Park Rosefield Place Edinburgh Edinburgh Outdoor Basketball Court Tolbooth Basketball Court Tolbooth Wynd Edinburgh Edinburgh Outdoor Basketball Court Yardheads Basketball Court Yardheads Edinburgh

Inveresk Attractions East Lothian Inveresk Village on the outskirts of Musselburgh in East Lothian was where a significant Roman Fort (Town) stood circa 120 A.D. or before. The settlement stretched over a mile to the east. This is also where the English camped (Led by Somerset) before the massacre of the Scots at Pinkie Cleuch in 1547. It was also used by Cromwell in 1650 when he was on a rampage burning Scotland. The latest famous person in the village was Maggie Dickson whose' fame was living after being hanged in Edinburgh for child murder circa 1720. Which changed the law from being Hanged, to being hanged till dead. St. Michael’s Parish Church East Lothian St. Michael’s Parish is an iconic building and can be seen from miles around. A church has been on this site from near the end of the Roman Empire in 550 AD. A new church was built in the early 16th century which was occupied by Cromwell, Somerset and Bonnie Prince Charlie. The St Michael's Church that can be seen now was built 1806. There are many things to see around the church and graveyard. Inveresk Lodge East Lothian The Lodge was built circa 1680 and the original gardens laid out circa 1850. Inveresk Lodge was the home of the Wedderburns for almost 150 years during that period Andrew Skiving of Athelstaneford. He was staying in Inveresk Lodge as a guest when he suddenly died in 1819. Archibald was a portrait painter and has a number of paintings in the National Gallery in Edinburgh. Inveresk Lodge Gardens East Lothian The gardens extend over 13 acres and were laid out from 1850 -1920 including a woodland of Elm, Oak, lime and a old Yew tree. There are many shrubs and flowers with a glasshouse and ponds. Te sundial dates from the mid 17th century. Inveresk War Memorial Cross East Lothian The Inveresk War Memorial stand at the gates to Inveresk parish church and is dedicated to First World War (1914-1918) , Second World War (1939-1945) On the Cross Shaft the inscription reads; IN MEMORY | THOSE | FROM THIS | PARISH WHO | GAVE THEIR | LIVES IN THE | GREAT WAR | 1914 - 1918 AND WHO BY | DYING LIVE | THIS STONE | IS RAISED On the Base th e inscription reads: REMEMBER THEM ALSO | WHO SUFFERED DEATH | 1939-1945 Inveresk House East Lothian Inveresk House is the oldest property in Inveresk built in 1597 and has believed to have had many famous guests over the centuries, Duke of Somerset, Oliver Cromwell, Bonnie Prince Charlie and Sir Walter Scott. Oliver Cromwell had his Headquarters in Inveresk House in 1650. Shepherd House Inveresk East Lothian The Shepherd House can be located on the corner of Crookston Road. Shepherd House was built circa 1690 and has one of the most famous gardens in Britain. The Fraser’s family's home since 1957. Sir Charles Fraser Honorary Member of The Merchant Company and a very successful businessman (Retired). Lady Ann Fraser is a Botanical Artist and amazing garden designer. Also see Humbie Village for more on the Frasers. Duke of Somerset Plaque Inveresk East Lothian Lewisvale Park stone pillar, forming part of a stone wall. After the death of Henry VIII in January 1547 the Duke of Somerset (Edward Seymour) became Protector of England until Prince Edward, later to be Edward VI came of age. Somerset lead an army and a fleet of ships into Scotland which resulted in the Battle of Pinkie Cleuch. Esk Grove Estate was his camp after the battle. Duke of Somerset's Encampment Inveresk East Lothian The wall stone inscribed with the words "The Protector Duke of Somerset Encamped here 9th September 1547". Lewisvale Park Inveresk East Lothian Lewisvale Park public park situated on the Inveresk road opposite Musselburgh High School. The land was purchased in 1910 by the Brown brothers from the Esk Grove Estate and they had a park and gardens laid. Which were opened in 1911 in memory of their deceased father. The Park was named Lewisvale after the Brown’s childhood home. The park has a secure children’s play area a bandstand, gardens and an aviary which is in a walled garden area. It also has a cricket Square and Tennis courts. There is a Lamppost which was erected in honour of Jessie Burns Musselburgh’s only Lady Provost,1974. The Post was moved to this position in 2000. The Bandstand was erected circa 1909 and was made in the Lion Foundry in Kirkintilloch “No 33 bandstand,1909”. Lady Lord Provost Musselburgh Lewisvale Park public park at the west entrance is a Lamppost which was erected in honour of Jessie Burns Musselburgh’s only Lady Provost,1974. The Post was moved to this position in 2000. Cricket Pitch & Pavilion Lewisvale Park Inveresk East Lothian The cricket Oval was part of the Roman ‘Colonia’ (civilian settlement) that grew around the Roman Fort of Inveresk. This settlement was the largest in Northern Britain. circa 140 AD. There has been many Roman artefacts found around this area. The most significant two alters (large stone slabs) with inscriptions and raised icons were found when the new cricket pavilion was being built. Also a grave stone of a cavalryman named Crescens. Next - Markle

Explore The Writers' Museum attraction in Lady Stair's House off the Lawnmarket, Royal Mile Edinburgh. It covers the lives of Robert Burns, Sir Walter Scott and Robert Louis Stevenson with many artifacts used throughout their lives. With free entry don't miss this family attraction. Writers Museum Royal Mile Edinburgh Free Entry Attraction Lady Stair's House Lawnmarket Royal Mile Edinburgh The Writers’ Museum is housed in Lady Stair’s House which was built in 1622. This was originally called Lady Gray’s Close the widow of Lord William Gray who was the wealthiest merchant of the time. After his death the house was sold to the Earl of Stair and the house was renamed after his wife on his death Lady Stair’s House. Explore the rich literary history of Edinburgh at the Writers' Museum, located in the enchanting Lady Stair's House on the Lawnmarket Royal Mile. This captivating attraction celebrates the lives and works of Scotland's most celebrated writers, including Robert Burns, Sir Walter Scott, and Robert Louis Stevenson. Dive into engaging exhibits and discover the stories behind their timeless contributions to literature. A visit here is a must for any book lover or history enthusiast! The Writer’s Museum is dedicated to the lives and work of Scotland’s great literary figures. Rare collections include early editions, manuscripts, portraits, photographs, and personal belongings of Robert Burns, Sir Walter Scott and Robert Louis Stevenson. The Writers' Museum is on two floors with rooms dedicated to each of the famous authors, writers, poets. On the main floor on entry there is busts of the three Robert Burns, Robert Louis Stevenson and Sir Walter Scott. There is a replica of the Scott Monument and many documents, pictures, books and personal items of the three. The Writers' Museum Robert Louis Stevenson Room The Writers' Museum Robert Burns Room The Writers' Museum The Writers' museum is a memorial to the three famous writers who had ties to both Edinburgh and Scotland. Robert Burns Robert Burns was born in Ayrshire on the 25 January 1759 and died in Dumfries on the 21 July 1796 where he is buried in the church close to where he lived. Sir Walter Scott Sir Walter Scott was born in Edinburgh on the 15 August 1771 and died on the 21 September 1832 and is buried in Dryburgh Abbey near his home Abbotsford in the Scottish Borders. Robert Louis Stevenson Robert Louis Stevenson was born in Edinburgh on the 13 November 1850 and died on 3 December 1894 and buried on Mount Vaea, Upolu, Western Samoa. Next | Back to Lawnmarket

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Morniningside once a small community south of Edinbuurgh overlooked by the Braid Hills. The area of the first purpose built Asylum in Edinburgh by Andrew Duncan a world leader in mental health. Take a walk around the streets of Morningside and see the many attractions. Morningside Attractions Edinburgh Morningside was a small village south of Edinburgh which consisted of a few cottages and farms. Originally part of the Burghmuir (a woodland and open ground where hunting took place) which stretched from the Pentland hills to the Meadows which was the Burgh Loch. Now Morningside is a suburb of Edinburgh increasing in size from when the railway Station opened in 1884. The suburban railway in Edinburgh went out of use in 1962 when it closed. The clock has been a icon of Morningside since it was originally erected in 1910. Morningside has eight churches all in the main thoroughfare, a religious area of Edinburgh There are many attractions in Morningside, from famous birthplaces to historic buildings, plaques, wall tablets and ancient standing stones. Napier Tower JOHN NAPIER John Napier was a great inventor and Mathematician lived in the Napier Tower that was built by Alexander Napier the second Laird of Merchiston around 1454. John Napier the 8th Laird of Merchiston was born here in 1550. John Napier is best known as the discoverer of logarithms (Napier’s bones) in 1614. The bones can be seen in the Scottish National Museum. John Napier also appears to have been the first to intentionally use the frenetic period as a decimal separator in his book Rabdologia published in 1617. Also found in the same book was reference to Napier’s bones, numbered rods which were used to perform multiplication and division of any number, also useful in navigation and astronomy. Napier Technical College was opened in 1964 named after John Napier and in 2009 became Edinburgh Napier University. Napier Tower serves as the seat for Clan Napier and stands on the Napier University campus in Colinton Road Edinburgh. The Bust is now on show in the main reception at Colinton. CLAN NAPIER CREST The Clan Napier Crest can be found above the main entrance of The Napier Tower in the Napier University campus in Colinton Road Edinburgh. The clan Coat of Arms are only allowed to be used by the clan chieftain. THE CLAN CREST IS: A dexter cubit arm, the hand grasping a Crescent Argent with birds holding the Clan Chiefs coat of arms. NAPIER FAMILY MOTTO The meaning of SANSTACHE a French word is (WITHOUT STAIN). The Hanging Stanes THE HANGING OF THOMAS KELLY AND HENRY O’NEIL EDINBURGH Edinburgh‘s passion for executing the guilty can be seen in the many places around the Edinburgh streets where executions took place, e.g. The Grassmarket, High Street, Castlehill and Canongate to name a few. The main three punishments were burning at the stake, hanging and the guillotine, always with large audiences in attendance. In some instances gallows were erected on the site of the incident as in the case of the Highwaymen Thomas Kelly and Henry O’Neil two Irish immigrants who robbed a traveller David Loch on his way to Edinburgh and were sentenced to death by hanging (January 1815). Thomas Kelly and Henry O’Neil were taken to the place of execution where temporary Gibbets had been erected on the site of the robbery and they hung side by side for their crime. The site can be seen in Braid Road Edinburgh 200 metres from the corner at Morningside Station where the two Squares marked in the road and a plaque on the pavement outside 66 Braid Road Edinburgh donate where the gallows stood. The Buck Stane The Buck Stane stands at just over 1.00m high by 0.38m at its widest and is 0.28m thick. It stands against a garden wall in a small alcove near the south end of Braid Road. The stone has an information plaque which can be seen on the wall. Tradition associates the Buck Stane with the Barony of Penicuik and the royal hunts on the Borough-Muir. The plaque also says that the stone marks the spot where the buckhounds were let loose when the King of Scotland hunted in the region. (The wording on the plaque) This march stone a relic of feudal times occupied a commanding site on the old roman road about 250 yards north from this spot by tradition the name was derived from the stone having marked the place where the buckhounds were unleashed when the king of Scotland hunted in this region. Queen Victoria Diamond Jubilee Wall Tablet The wall tablet is to commemorate Queen Victoria’s 60 years on the throne in 1897. Look up on the wall just above the shops, up from the Taxi rank in Morningside Road, the plaque is just above a street light. Thomas Armour Thomas Dickson Armour Tommy Armour 18 Balcarres Street Edinburgh Tommy Armour was born in Edinburgh 24 September 1896 and he died on 11 September 1968 Larchmont, New York. Nicknamed "The Silver Scot" due to his hair colour. He first played golf at the Braid Hills, a member of the Edinburgh Western Golf Club and Bruntsfield Links. Emigrated to the U.S.A as a teenager and became one of the great unremembered golfers. Winner of the US Open 1927, U.S.P.G.A 1930, British Open Championship 1931, Canadian Open champion in 1927, 1930 and 1934. A total of 25 wins on the P.G.A Tour. One of two professional golfers to win the grand slam of golf by 1931. (Walter Hagen was the other) Prior to the Masters Championship which first played in 1934. The Old Schoolhouse A small house with a clock built in 1823 as the village school house. In 1892 its use was changed as a new modern school opened, and it became a temporary church prior to Morningside Parish Church opening 1838. Edinburgh's Wild West Morningside Edinburgh There is a street in Morningside Edinburgh that was built as a Wild West town – everything you would expect a Cantina, Jail hotel and saloon There is also a Indian (Native American ) mural. Built in 1996 by a furniture company called the Great American indoors Royal Edinburgh Hospital The Royal Edinburgh Hospital was a plan of Dr Andrew Duncan who attended to the poet Robert Fergusson until his death in Bedlam, the Edinburgh Asylum at Bristo Place Edinburgh. He was so taken by the nature of Fergusson’s illness he petitioned parliament for funds to open a hospital to look after the mentally ill. Funds were received in 1806, and Andrew Duncan purchased a house and land in Morningside The building of The Edinburgh Lunatic Asylum was started in 1809 under Royal Charter and opened in 1813. Originally for fee paying patients only but later in 1842 the poor were admitted for no charge. When the Bedlam Asylum closed in 1844 the patients were transferred to Morningside. The Edinburgh Lunatic Asylum was renamed The Royal Edinburgh Hospital in 1922. A Clinic opened in 1965 named after Andrew Duncan. ANDREW DUNCAN born St Andrew’s 1744 Died Edinburgh 1828 and is buried in the Apse Church in Chapel Street Edinburgh. One of the world’s forgotten greats he was first to lecture in forensic medicine in Britain and published many journals on medicine. William Tuke 1732-1822, A Quaker in 1796 opened the York Retreat sanctuary for Quakers with mental illness. Phillipe Pinel 1745-1826, French physician. And known as "the father of modern psychiatry". Robert Gardiner Hill 1811-1878, Surgeon in mental Health who had restraints and the locking up of patients abolished. Dorothea Dix 1802-1887, Dorothea Lynde Dix was born America in 1802 and fought for the rights of the insane that had been incarcerated in prisons rather than being treated in hospitals(asylums)for their mental health problems she help open over 30 hospitals for the mentally ill. Florence Nightingale 1820-1910, nurse. Florence Nightingale was born in 1820, in Florence, Italy and died at home in London in 1920 she is known as the founder of nursing. THE MEMORIAL IS TO HONOUR THE FEW IN THERE PURSUIT OF HELPING THE MENTALLY ILL ON THE CENTENARY OF THE DEATH OF PHILLIPE PINEL UNVEILED 1931. Archibald Campbell Clark 1852-1901 He worked in Lochgilphead, Melrose and Edinburgh Asylums. He used electroconvulsive therapy and to control the behavior of his patients he was the first Doctor in Scotland to perform a lobotomy. THE CAIY STANE Edinburgh Attraction The Caiy Stane is located at the side of the walkway on the west side of Caiystane View, a short distance from the junction of Oxgangs Road, Edinburgh. The stone is red sandstone and stands 9 feet 3 inches high (2.75m) with a breadth of 5 foot 9 inches (1.60m). A row of six cup marks can be seen on the back of the prehistoric stone. The stone may have been erected before 3000 BC, as early as the Neolithic period, probably to denote a ritual or burial place. Records of cairns, cists and urns found in the immediate vicinity show that the hilltop continued to be used for burial in the Bronze Age. Discovery of these remains led to the supposition that Caiyside Hill was the site of a battle, suggested to have involved invading Romans, Danes (Vikings) or Cromwellians. The Caiy Stane (Kel Stane), Cat Stane or Camus Stane, was thought to have been a battle memorial stone. The Bore Stone The only folklore associated with this site relates to James IV before the battle of Flodden in 1513 when it is alleged that the Royal Standard was pitched in or on the stone when it lay on the Boroughmuir nearby. The Bore Stone stands on a pedestal built into the boundary wall of Morningside Parish Church Edinburgh which opened in 1838 and was the first purpose built church in Morningside.. The surface of the stone displays numerous cup-like markings, none of which are believed to be anything other than natural. After the battle the city wall was built to protect Edinburgh from the English Army. THE BORE STONE In which the royal standard was last pitched for the muster of the Scottish army on the Boroughmuir before the Battle of Flodden 1513 It long lay in the adjoining field, was then built into the wall near this spot, and finally placed here by Sir John Stuart Forbes of Pitsligo Bart. 1852 Highest and midmost was described The Royal Banner floating wide. The staff, a pine tree strong and straight Pitch’d deeply in a massive stone. Which still in memory is shown. Yet bent beneath the standard’s weight. Marmion. Comiston Spring Well House The water for Edinburgh old town was piped from the Springs at Comiston to Edinburgh reservoir on Castlehill, (Scottish Weaving Mill) and in turn fed the cisterns (Wellheads) in the West Bow, Lawnmarket and High street of Edinburgh. The well house tank was fed by 5 fresh water springs from around the nearby hills. The well house became obsolete in 1945 due to new modern water systems. The well house was built circa 1674. Inscription on the plaque reads; This Wellhouse, built around 1674, played an important part in the history and development of Edinburgh. It contains the collecting cistern for the "sweet waters" of the various Comiston springs which provided the city's first piped water supply. Comiston House The Comiston House was built in 1815 by the Lord Provost of Edinburgh Sir James Forrest. He was an Advocate and was created 1st Baronet of Comiston in 1838. Comiston Castle Tower Comiston Castle Tower has been mentioned in script and on maps since circa 1340. The only remains are the corner tower from circa 1610. This being a corner lookout tower of a walled Castle. John Adair’s Map 1682. Morningside Park Morningside Edinburgh Morningside Park off Balcarres Street in Morningside is an area of grass and wildflowers that were planted by local school children. In the park can be found a children’s play area with swings climbing frame slide and open area for games and a tennis court. There is a pleasant seating area for contemplation or reading a book. There is also a sculpture of Owls carved out of wood. Canaan House Edinburgh John Astley Ainslie was an independently wealthy man inheriting lands from his family. Unfortunately he did at the age of 26. With a close connection to his uncle he left is fortune to David Ainslie who never married, his will stating that money was to be used in building a hospital or institute for convalescents of the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh. The Astley Ainslie Hospital in Edinburgh was built named after his Nephew. A painting of John hangs in Canaan House also David’s sheep breeding trophies are on display in the boardroom. Hermitage Braids and Blackford Hill

Humbie Attractions East Lothian Humbie Village East Lothian Humbie Village is in the furthest corner of East Lothian adjoining Midlothian and Berwickshire. Humbie is a small rural village with the Humbie Hub at its heart. The village shop, post office and café are the centre of the village life. Humbie was part of the Barony of Keith and was once called Keith Hundeby. Humbie Do'cot East Lothian Humbie Do'cot is near the entrance to Humbie kirk. The Do'cot may have stood here for hundreds of years before renovations took place. Humbie Parish Church East Lothian Humbie Parish Church was rebuilt in 1800 but a church has stood on this spot for over a hundred and fifty years prior to that date. The 'chancel' was added in 1932. Memorials in the churchyard include a heraldic tablet of the Borthwicks of Whitburgh of the early 17th century. The now cottage to the right of the arch hedge once was stables. Further down the road at the Kirk Bridge is where you can enter the Church woods where you have a choice of paths to follow in a loop. Broun Family Aisle Humbie East Lothian The village war memorial dates from 1921 and was designed by Sir Robert Lorimer. The plaque reads; This Aisle has been erected by Archibald Broun of Johnstounburn. " Lieu of the burial place of his family within the church. Which in deference to the feeling of the parishioners. He has now closed A.D. MDCCCLXIV (1864). And I heard a voice from heaven saying unto me Blessed are the dead.Which die in the lord. Revelations XIV. Humbie Village Church Graveyard East Lothian Grave Stones memorials Humbie Churchyard Shield with cross Borthwick on inscriptions, The grave stone which looks like being part of an ancient wall has inscriptions of James Skirven and his wife and children dates from 1644. Shillinghill, Children's Village. East Lothian Built in 1905 to provide holiday accommodation for disabled children, the village takes the form of a series of arts and crafts style cottages, several of which were named after their generous sponsors, built next to a school-house and dining hall with its impressive bell-tower. The village has been redeveloped and extended as private housing from c.2008. Humbie War Memorial East Lothian The village war memorial dates from 1921 and was designed by Sir Robert Lorimer. Humbie Kirk Bridge East Lothian The Humbie Kirk Bridge has been in existence since 1645 when it Was first built. This being the main route from the borders towns to Edinburgh from the south west. Keith Marischal House Keith Marischal House can be found close to Humbie, built in 1589 by the Keith family. William Keith being the Grand Marischal of Scotland was to serve as custodian of the Royal Regalia of Scotland, and to protect the king's person when attending parliament. Sir Charles Annand Fraser KCVO WS DL FRSE East Lothian Sir Charles Annand Fraser was born in Humbie East Lothian in 1928. His father was son of the Very Revd John Fraser MBE. The Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland in 1958-59. Educated to a high standard he became a solicitor and a partner in one of Edinburgh's to legal firms. From there he was successful throughout his life. His wife Lady Ann Fraser is a well renowned botanical artist. They have developed one of the top gardens (Shepherd House) in the UK at there home in Inveresk East Lothian. The lands of Keith and Humbie were held by Simon Fraser of Keith. Fraser signed a charter in 1191, which could be the first written records of the area. Information Board Humbie Woods East Lothian Next - Inveresk

The extention of New town north was a success and the new town was also spreading east and West. with Haymarket rail station and the glasgow road many people set up home in the western area. This page concentrats on the attractions of the west of Edinburgh new town from the west end to Haymarket. Edinburgh New Town West Attractions Palmerston Place Edinburgh New Town West Attractions St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral The actual name is The Cathedral Church of St Mary in Edinburgh. St Mary’s is Scotland’s Largest Cathedral and has been since 1879. St Mary’s is easily spotted on Edinburgh’s skyline due to being the only church with three spires. The Cathedral is dedicated to St Mary the Virgin. The highest tower is 90 meters in height and the other 2 are both 60 meters high. The Cathedral is open every day to all who wish to visit. If you continue past St Mary’s Cathedral down the hill you will come to the Belford Bridge and an entrance to the water of Leith walkway, over the bridge and round the corner are the Modern Art Galleries One and Two Palmerston Place Old Coates House Old Coates House was built between circa 1613 by John Byres and was restored in 1830 by Sir Patrick Walker. When Mary Walker died in 1870 she gifted the property to the Scottish Episcopal Church of Scotland which enabled a Cathedral to be built. In 1874 the foundation stone for the New St Mary’s Cathedral was laid by the Duke of Buccleuch and Queensberry, and the Cathedral was consecrated on 30th October 1879. The Chapter House and western spires were added in 1890.The Old Coates House was the home of the Cathedral Choir School, which became St Mary’s Music School in 1971. The Music School moved in 1995. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre was formed to provide for the physical, emotional and spiritual well-being of society and community needs in Edinburgh. This is a spiritual centre and you are able to get psychic and spiritual readings. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle was a great believer of the afterlife and he wrote circa 20 books on the subject of spiritualism and the afterlife. For any believers in Spiritualism, psychic phenomena, paranormal research or ghosts take a read of Conan Doyle’s books as he truly believed. Take a break in the Arthur Conan Doyle tearoom at 25 Palmerston Place Edinburgh and feel the spirits. Chester Street Edinburgh New Town West Walpole Hall The Right Reverend George Henry Somerset Walpole was elected Bishop of Edinburgh in 1910 and remained in his post till his death in 1929. The Walpole hall was built in 1932 in memory of George Walpole DD Bishop of Edinburgh and is attached to the Song school. George Walpole was the Bishop of Edinburgh. Chester Street Melville Crescent Edinburgh New Town West Attractions Robert Dundas 2nd Viscount Melville The Statue of Robert Viscount Melville 1771 -1851 was erected in 1857 in Melville Crescent Edinburgh. Robert Dundas 2nd Viscount Melville, son of Henry Dundas (1st Viscount Melville), was born in Edinburgh and educated at Gottingen University Germany and the University of Edinburgh. He was a Member of Parliament, 1st Lord of the Admiralty, and Governor of the Bank of Scotland as his father before him. Robert Dundas was awarded the Knight of the Thistle in 1821. His home was Melville Castle where he died in 1851. Pictured is the Dundas family crest above outside the door of Melville Castle below. Melville Crescent Joseph Bell M.D The Real Sherlock Holmes Joseph Bell pioneer in forensic science was born in Edinburgh in 1837, great-grandson of Benjamin Bell, a forensic surgeon and detective. Joseph became a surgeon and in 1859 and went on to become a lecturer at Edinburgh University one of his students being Arthur Conan Doyle. To be Doyle’s inspiration for the character Sherlock Holmes. He purchased 2 Melville Crescent in 1883 where he lived till his death in 1911. This is also the site of the Japanese Sherlock Holmes Club. Melville Street Melville Street Edinburgh New Town West Attractions Sir Robert Lorimer Robert Lorimer lived at 21 Hill Street Edinburgh with his parents he was educated at Edinburgh Academy before going to the University of Edinburgh. In 1893 he formed his own Architectural practice. His family home was 54 Melville Street Edinburgh in the west new town of Edinburgh Robert Lorimer designed the new chapel for the Knights of the Thistle in St Giles Cathedral in 1911. The Scottish National War Memorial at Edinburgh Castle in 1919. He was knighted for his work in 1927 and died in 1929. Gladstone Memorial Coates Crescent Gardens Edinburgh New Town West Attractions Gladstone's Memorial Gladstone's Memorial stands in Coates Crescent of Shandwick Place at the west end of Princes Street at the tram stop. The memorial shows William Gladstone surrounded by women. The monument was constructed in 1917 and originally stood in St Andrew Square and was moved to Coates Crescent Gardens in 1955. Gladstone was a very important public figure in Britain. Born in 1809 Gladstone served as Prime Minister for four terms, being appointed to the post on 1868, 1880, 1886, and 1892. Gladstone founded a church foundation to help women prostitutes. He was affectionately known as the 'Grand Old Man' by his many supporters and as 'God's Only Mistake' by his enemies, especially Benjamin Disraeli, the then leader of the Conservative Party. West Coates West Coates Edinburgh New Town West Donaldson's (Hospital) School Donaldson's School was designed by William Playfair for James Donaldson in (1851), a wealth bookseller and printer that lived in Edinburgh in 1830. James Donaldson on his death left his fortune to build and maintain a building for the deaf and dumb of Edinburgh. The students in the school were both hearing and non hearing and this lead to the hearing students learning sign language and these students went on to teach sign language around the world. The School moved from Edinburgh to its present location in Linlithgow in 2007. Haymarket Haymarket Edinburgh New Town West Heart of Midlothian Memorial Clock The clock is in honoured memory of the players and members of the Heart of Midlothian football Club who lost their lives in the world wars and it was first unveiled in 1922 to commemorate the men that fell in the first world war. On the front panel of the memorial; ERECTED BY THE HEART OF MIDLOTHIAN FOOTBALL CLUB TO THE MEMORY OF THEIR PLAYERS AND MEMBERS WHO FELL IN THE GREAT WAR 1914 - 1919 On the back panel of the memorial; IN HONOURED MEMORY OF THE PLAYERS AND MEMBERS OF THE HEART OF MIDLOTHIAN FOOTBALL CLUB WHO LOST THEIR LIVES IN THE SECOND WORLD WAR 1939-1945 Haymarket Railway Station Haymarket the main Junction on the way out of Edinburgh to the west and Edinburgh International Airport. Under a mile from Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle. Haymarket Rail Station opened in 1842 as the main station to join Edinburgh and Glasgow. The rail line was then extended to join Canal Street Station now Waverley Station in 1846. The line went under ground before emerging at the side of the Edinburgh Castle Rock and what is now Princes Street Gardens Atholl Crescent Edinburgh New Town West Edinburgh School of Cookery Louisa Stevenson with Christian Guthrie Wright founded the Edinburgh School of Cookery in 1875 in Atholl Crescent Edinburgh. This school developed into The Queen Margaret University. The plaque reads; The Edinburgh College of domestic science founded in 1875 as the Edinburgh school of cookery and domestic economy. Moved to No.3 Atholl crescent in 1891. By 1970, when the college moved to Clermiston it occupied Nos. 1-8. No. 12 Nos 15-17 and was known around the world as “Atholl Crescent”. Atholl Crescent Rothesay Terrace Edinburgh New Town West Sir John Ritchie Findlay Rothesay Terrace (No3) is a Building of architectural renown, was owned by Sir John Ritchie Findlay (1st Baronet) owner of the Scotsman Newspaper. The House from the rear overlooks Well House on the water of Leith in Dean Village, which he had built for his staff. Rothesay Terrace Rothesay House School Rothesay Terrace (No1) was a private school (Rothesay House School) that occupied the premises from 1985 - 1957 Rothesay Place Edinburgh Dame Margaret Sinclair Rothesay Place Kinnear and Peddie, Terrace housing comprising unified façade of 3-storey and basement townhouses. At No. 16 Rothesay Place was where Dame Margaret Sinclair of Dunbeath lived. A true Jacobite lady of Scotland. Born in St John’s Street in the Canongate (a street of the wealthy) in 1794. Returning from a Ball her sedan chair bearers hats blew of and they chased after their hats leaving Margaret alone. Two gentlemen passing (The Duke of Argyll and Sir John Clerk of Penicuik) picked up the chair and took Margaret home. The days of chivalry long gone from Edinburgh. She married in 1821 to Sir John Sinclair of Barrock who became Sir John Sinclair Bart of Dunbeath (7th Baronet) in 1842 and lived with him in Caithness till his death in 1873, and then moved back to Edinburgh. When she died she was interned in the Chapel Royal at Holyrood in 1879. The last lady to be interned there. Rothesay Place Edinburgh Walker Street Walker Street Edinburgh New Town West Attractions Elsie Maud Inglis 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 group to get entry for women to Edinburgh medical School. Elsie Inglis Had a medical practice in the High Street Edinburgh and at 8 Walker Street. She founded the second woman’s Hospital in Edinburgh. She help found the Scottish Women’s Hospitals for Foreign Services in 1914 and took part in aiding soldiers in Serbia and Russia. She was returning home from war in 1917 when she died of cancer which she had known she had before the start of the war. Rutland Street Rutland Street Edinburgh New Town West Dr John Brown John Brown FRSE FRCPE born in Biggar in 1810 and he died at home in 1882 in Rutland Street Edinburgh. He was a renowned Scottish physician and essayist he was known for his essays and papers on art, medical history and biography. Lord Lister Lord Joseph Lister Charlotte Square Lord Lister lived with his father- in- law James Syme at No. 9 Charlotte Square for 7 years 1870-1877, Lord Lister also lived at 11 Rutland Street Edinburgh from 1856 -1860 Born in Upton Essex he introduced carbolic acid to sterilise surgical instruments. Carbolic Acid is now known as Phenol. Sir Walter Scott Sir Walter Scott's Last Main residence in Edinburgh was number 6 Shandwick Place the main house is by way of No.8 where he lived from 1828 -1830 prior to his moved to Abbotsford House in The Scottish Borders Lieutenant General Frances Dundas Francis Dundas died 15/1/1824 at 11 Shandwick Place Edinburgh Mary Dunlop Street Entertainer Mary Dunlop A character of Edinburgh. A street entertainer over 3 decades 1940s, 50s, and 1960s Never to be missed her white pony named Smokey, pulling a cart with a mechanical barrel organ around the streets. Of the West End, Rutland Square with her capuchin monkey on the organ. Nicknamed by the Edinburgh children "Monkey Mary" She had special place she was always seen on a Saturday morning outside St Giles. Everyone new she was around due to her unique mechanical jingles. On her Death in 1966 the Organ was put on display in the Museum of Childhood. Horse and Rider Sculpture by E Bridge The Horse and Rider Sculpture stands on a bridge in Edinburgh George IV Bridge Edinburgh

Edinburgh has a number of distilleries and Breweries that you can tour and taste the products. Tour the Rosebank Single Malt Distillery or a Brewery or visit a Whisky Experience in the city Centre. Eden Mill +Johnnie Walker both in City Centre. Distillery and Brewery Whisky and Bear Attractions and Tours The Beginning of whisky in 1505 the Guild of Barbers and Surgeons were granted distilling ‘Aqua Vitae’ Water of Life in Edinburgh by James IV of Scotland. Whatever part of Edinburgh you are in there would have been someone distilling spirits legally or illegally. Some of the names that will still be known today Distillers Company Limited was founded in Torphichen Street Edinburgh circa 1877 (now known as Diageo) George Ballantine, who founded Ballantine’s Whisky in Edinburgh Andrew Usher Jr founder of North British distillery 1880 which is still open in Gorgie Edinburgh John Haig in 1804 Bonnington Distillery William Sanderson & Sons VAT 69 from 1882. Whisky Distillery and Brewery Attractions and Tours Origins of Whisky Johnnie Walker Story Edinburgh has a long history with distilling and brewing. Once the largest brewery in Europe stood in Fountainbridge and Leith had whisky bond warehouses everywhere. All now gone. There are still a number of distilleries and micro breweries in Edinburgh and soon Edinburgh is to have the Johnnie Walker Experience on Princes Street Diageo's flagship visitor centre. Another recent addition in Edinburgh is Holyrood Distillery which started distilling again after almost 100 years. Here are two places one at the shore and the other near the city centre that I can recommend for a large selection of Malt Whiskies food and great atmosphere Teuchters Landing Malt Whisky Bar 1c Dock Place Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6LU Scotland Athletic Arms Locally known as 'Diggers' Malt Whisky Bar 1-3 Angle Park Terrace Edinburgh EH11 2JX Scotch Whisky Experience 354 Castlehill Royal Mile Edinburgh EH1 2NE Eden Mill Whisky Experience 1A, Rutland Place, Edinburgh EH1 2AD Tartan Weaving Mill Whisky Experience 555 Castlehill Royal Mile Edinburgh EH1 2ND Johnnie Walker Experience Princes Street West End Edinburgh Whisky Distillery Tours Scottish Single Malt Whisky Tours Six of the Best Single Malt Whiskies, already tried the Whisky now come to where it’s made, in the Highlands of Scotland. See where the water of life originates. From the Burn to the Bottle. Tour a Malt Whisky distillery and find out its history. Now the good part. Tasting the great nectar of Scotland. No Drinking and Driving. Rosebank Distillery Single Malt Whisky Camelon Road Falkirk FK1 5SQ ( Only 27 miles from Edinburgh ) Rosebank opened in 1840 by James Rankine on the banks of the Forth & Clyde Canal in the heart of the Lowlands. The distillery was founded by James Rankine a local wine merchant, and within forty years the Rankines were shipping their whisky around the world. Rosebank whisky is a non peated, triple distilled, Lowland Single Malt. It is considered one of the finest Lowland malt whiskies due to the fruity floral style produced through triple distillation. Tours of the Distillery and Tastings start from 75 minutes up to 3 hours. Macallan Distillery Single Malt Whisky Easter Elchies, Craigellachie AB38 9RX The Macallan single malt whisky licensed in 1824, distributed around the world. Made for centuries on the Macallan (Maghellan) Estate. The Macallan distillery is where the high quality single malt is made using oak casks that gives the unique taste no other whisky has. A taste not to be missed, arrange a tailor made tour of this unique distillery. Glenlivet Distillery Single Malt Whisky Castleton of Blairfindy, Ballindalloch AB37 9DB A name known around the world, Glenlivet near Ballindalloch, Moray, Scotland in the Sp eyside region. George IV on his visit to Scotland and drank the famous malt (illegal at that time). Glenlivet became the oldest legal distillery in the parish of Glenlivet. Producing single malt Scotch whisky under license since 1824. Whilst in Ballindalloch, why not visit the Ballindalloch Castle and Gardens since the 16th century. The water that makes Glenlivet special comes from ‘Josie's Well’, and other springs near the distillery. Glenfiddich Distillery Single Malt Whisky Dufftown, Banffshire AB55 4DH Glenfiddich Malt Whisky has been produced by the Grant family since its foundi ng in 1887. The Distillery was literally built by hand, by the family taking a year to build. Named by William Grant after the land purchased to build the distillery on ‘Glenfiddich’ Gaelic ‘Valley of The Deer’. The water source is from the famous Robbie Dhu Spring Glenmorangie Distillery Single Malt Whisky Tain, Glen Morangie, Ross-Shire IV19 1PZ William and Ann Matheson had a dream which they fulfilled in 1843, when they founded the Glenmorangie Distillery. The Tarlogie Springs are the source of the unique waters that give the fruity taste to Glenmorangie Malt Whisky. Glenmorangie Whisky has been produced on the site since its founding. Aberlour Distillery Single Malt Whisky Main Street, Aberlour AB38 9PJ Aberlour Distillery was first founded by the Grants in 1825 but in 1833 the built their own distillery in Rothes. Along came James Fleming, founding the present distillery in 1879. The whisky is aged in both ex-Sherry and ex-Bourbon casks giving unique flavours. Glenallachie Distillery Single Malt Whisky Glenallachie, Aberlour AB38 9LR This Distillery is young in comparison to the 1824 starts. However this is truly a Scottish Malt whisky Distillery. GlenAllachie Speyside Single malt Scotch whiskies Batch 4 of the10-year-old Cask Strength GlenAllachie Single Malt Whisky Won the World’s Best Single Malt at the 2021 World Whiskies Awards Eden Mill Distillery Guardbridge St Andrews The Eden Mill returns Whisky distilling to Guardbridge area of St Andrews that first started in 1655. Eden Mill on the Eden Estuary The River Eden has been used in distilling and brewing for over 200 years. The Eden Mill's distillery products include Premium Single Malt whisky and bourbon-aged Oak Gin, The top floor of the new distillery will be home to a bar where guests will be able to relax and enjoy the scenery and drinks. Take a tour of the new distillery (The Whisky experience or Gin Experience), Two different tours with different routes around the distillery. Finishing with a tasting of the produce. There is also a visitor centre in Edinburgh Belhaven Brewery Tour Belhaven Brewery was started by the Benedictine Monks circa 800 years ago and is the oldest brewery in Scotland. Belhaven is a successful independent brewery one of its kind in Scotland. Belhaven Visitor Experience and Shop where you can try the award winning Beers see where and how its made. Belhaven beers are all made from a fresh water source and the secret Belhaven yeast. Our top beers are Belhaven Best and Belhaven Black and a number of award winning craft beers and ales. Bellfield Brewery Ltd. 46 Stanley Place Edinburgh EH7 5TB Summerhall Barney's Brewery Tour 1 Summerhall Edinburgh EH9 1PL Edinburgh Beer Factory Unit 15 Bankhead Industrial Estate Edinburgh EH11 4EQ Stewart's Brewery Tour Stewart’s Brewery opened in 2004 by Steve Stewart and his wife Jo. With many craft beers enjoy a tour of the brewing facility and have a meal and buy some gifts. Don’t drink and drive. 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Edinburgh Art Galleries are some of Edinburgh attractions. Thre are a number of National Galleries and many public and private galleries that can de visited free of charge. Art Galleries are a popular part of the Edinburgh attractions to see. Edinburgh Art Galleries Art Galleries Visitors Attractions There are many art Galleries in Edinburgh public and private these are the main public art galleries are with links and a fuller list is below the main Galleries. Royal Scottish Academy of Art Royal Scottish Academy of Art Mound Precinct Edinburgh EH2 2EL Link Talbot Rice Gallery University Of Edinburgh Old College South Bridge Edinburgh EH8 9YL Link National Gallery of Scotland National Gallery of Scotland Mound Precinct Edinburgh EH2 2EL Link National Gallery Modern Art 1 Scottish Gallery of Modern Art 1 Belford Road Edinburgh EH4 3DR Link National Gallery Modern Art 2 Scottish Gallery of Modern Art 2 Belford Road Edinburgh EH4 3DS Link Queens Gallery Holyrood House Queens Gallery Horse Wynd Royal Mile Edinburgh EH8 8DX Link City Art Centre Edinburgh City Art Centre Market Street Edinburgh EH1 1DE Link Scottish National Portrait Gallery Scottish National Portrait Gallery Queen Street Edinburgh EH2 1JD Link Fruit Market Gallery Edinburgh Fruit Market Gallery Market Street Edinburgh EH1 1DE Link Art Gallery Open Eye Gallery Abercromby Place Edinburgh EH3 6QE 0131 557 1020 Art Gallery Bellevue Gallery Bellevue Crescent Edinburgh EH3 6ND 0131 558 8368 Art Gallery Union Gallery Broughton Street Edinburgh EH1 3JU 0131 556 7707 Art Gallery Collective Gallery Calton Hill Edinburgh EH7 5AA 0131 556 1264 Art Gallery Stills Gallery Cockburn Street Edinburgh EH1 1BP 0131 622 6200 Leith Walk Gallery 9-11 Crighton Place Edinburgh EH7 4NY Art Gallery Braewell Gallery Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6RQ 0131 556 2224 Art Gallery Edinburgh Gallery Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6HZ City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 557 5002 Art Gallery Scottish Gallery Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6HZ 0131 558 1200 Art Gallery Di Rollo Gallery Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6HZ 0131 557 5227 Art Gallery Axolotl Gallery Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6QQ 0131 557 1460 Art Gallery Anthony Wood Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6HZ 0131 558 9544 Art Gallery Colours Gallery Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6QQ 0131 557 4569 Art Gallery Vermillion Art Studios East Crosscauseway Edinburgh EH8 9HQ Art Gallery Grove Gallery Grove Street Edinburgh EH3 8AF 0131 229 7117 Art Gallery Art Shop Haddington Place Edinburgh EH7 4AF 0131 466 3168 Art Gallery Alpha Art Hamilton Place Edinburgh EH3 5AX City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 226 3066 Art Gallery Dovecot Studios Infirmary Street Edinburgh EH1 1LT 0131 315 3054 Art Gallery Morningside Gallery Morningside Road Edinburgh EH10 4BY Art Gallery Breeze Art Gallery Princes Street Edinburgh EH2 2YJ 0131 220 2655 Art Gallery West End Craft and Design Fair Princes Street Edinburgh EH2 4BJ 0131 661 0012 Art Gallery Bourne Fine Art Gallery Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6HZ 0131 557 4050 Art Gallery Calton Gallery Queen Street Edinburgh EH2 3NH 0131 226 6932 Art Gallery Demarco Roxy Art House Roxburgh Place Edinburgh EH8 9EB 0131 556 3102 Art Gallery Leith Gallery Shore Edinburgh EH6 6RA 0131 553 5255 Art Gallery Reddot Fine Art St Colme Street Edinburgh EH3 6AA 0131 220 8435 Art Gallery Flaubert Gallery St Stephen Street Edinburgh EH3 5AQ 0131 225 5007 Art Gallery Attic Salt Thistle Street Lane North East Edinburgh EH2 1DA 0131 225 2093 Art Gallery Red Door Gallery Victoria Street Edinburgh EH1 2JW 0131 477 3255 Art Gallery Marchmont Gallery Warrender Park Road Edinburgh EH9 1EX 0131 228 8228 Art Gallery Talbot Rice Gallery West College Street Edinburgh EH8 9YL 0131 650 2210 Art Gallery Scottish Pictures West Port Edinburgh EH1 2LD 0131 229 5353 Art Gallery Torrance Gallery Dundas Street Edinburgh EH3 6JN 0131 556 6366 Next - Edinburgh Libraries