The Declaration of Arbroath signed 700 years ago and sent on the 6 April 1320 to Pope John XXII Get your copy Visit Edinburgh at All About Edinburgh. Declaration of Arbroath 2020, 700th Anniversary Signing of the Declaration of Arbroath, A letter sealed by fifty-one magnates and nobles, of the 51 seals only 19 have survived. The Declaration of Arbroath (letter) is held in the National Records of Scotland in Edinburgh. The letter makes the case for Scottish Independence and asks to acknowledge Robert the Bruce as Scotland’s lawful king. The letter was sent to Pope John XXII, on the 6 April 1320, written in Latin by, Bernard, Abbot of Arbroath Abbey, and Chancellor of Scotland at Newbattle Abbey. The most famous of the words written in the declaration are; “As long as but a hundred of us remain alive, never will we on any conditions be brought under English rule. It is in truth not for glory, nor riches, nor honours, that we are fighting, but for freedom – for that alone, which no honest man gives up but with life itself”. King Edward I was intent on the conquer of Scotland after the deaths of Alexander III and his granddaughter Margaret, Maid of Norway in 1296 which left Scotland with no monarch. In the struggle for Scotland, William Wallace defeated Edward at Stirling Bridge,1297. Robert the Bruce who had taken the throne in 1306 defeated Edward II in 1314 at Bannockburn. It was not until 1328 that Scotland’s Independence was acknowledge with the Treaty of Edinburgh between Robert I and Edward III that ended the 30 year Wars of Independence between England and Scotland. PURCHASE A COPY Declaration of Arbroath 2020, 700th Anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Arbroath, Available now to every Scot, their Kith and Kin, both at home and over the seas, by contacting Tel 07539 867587 allaboutedinburgh@gmail.com Purchasers of this Certified and Numbered Edition Print, receive an exact copy of the text in Latin as well as an English translation, also a full colour Information Sheet and a Certificate of Authenticity. Next - Johnnie Walker Whisky Story

Newhaven was once a small fishing community with a harbour and ship building in the 1600's with links to Australia. This is a port of call for the Crusie Ships with many attractions in the area see the Royal Yacht Britannia the UK,s No.1 tourist attraction. Newhaven Edinburgh Newhaven Village and Harbour Newhaven Edinburgh, Newhaven (new harbour) is located on the River Forth and has a small harbour that services a number of local fishing boats. It is now part of Edinburgh but once was a small independent village where the local people lived of the sea, between fishing and shipbuilding. The reason that ship building took place here was due to the depth of the sea. The locals people were known as Bow tows. The Newhaven area has history as far back as the 1400s and connections with King James III and James IV who had the largest ships of their time built in Newhaven. One of which was the Great Michael, a Man-O-War which was part of the Royal Scottish Navy. Now around the Harbour are a number of restaurants and a hotel on the seaside. This is also where cruise liners, dock on their stop in Edinburgh. The Armada Stone Newhaven Edinburgh The Armada Stone, a bronze plaque is a famous Newhaven artefact. No one knows its origin but speculation has it, it is a memorial to the sinking of a Spanish ships in the Spanish Armada, that had been defeated by the English navy when in August 1588 they sailed past the Firth of Forth, where a large number of ships were destroyed by storms, as the Armada made its way home to Spain. Ships built in Newhaven The Great Michael The largest Ship to be built in Newhaven wa the Great Michael in 1511 for James IV 200 foot long and 36 foot wide the main ship of the Scottish Navy. Sold by the Duke of Albany in 1514 to Louis XII of France. The Great Michael was known world wide due to its size and guns, the largest vessel of that time on the sea. Ships built in Newhaven HMS Sirius HMS Sirius built in Leith 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. Catherine Sinclair Fountain Newhaven Leith The Sinclair Drinking Fountain one of many donated by Catherine Sinclair to Edinburgh Stood in the centre of the junction between Lothian Road and Princes Street in Edinburgh . Close to the walkway at the corner where St John’s Church stands. The Sinclair Fountain was to give water to the public dogs and horses. The Sinclair Fountain stood circa 14 foot high, the top part can be seen in Gosford Place Gardens of Ferry Road near to the Water of Leith Walkway. The inscriptions on each side of Catherine Sinclair Fountain read; Drink and be thankful | Water is not for man alone | A blessing on the liver Sinclair Fountain King Edward VII Newhaven Edinburgh There is a statue of Queen Victoria’s eldest son Edward who became king on her death in Victoria Park, Newhaven Road Edinburgh. King Edward VII was educated at the University of Edinburgh, Oxford University and Cambridge University and went on to marry Alexandra, eldest daughter of King Kristian IX of Denmark. Chapel of St Mary & St James Newhaven Edinburgh The chapel of St Mary’s and St James was built circa 1508 part of the walls still exist today. The chapel has not been in use since the reformation in 1560 and over the next 100 years became ruins. The area within the ruined walls was used by the Society of Free Fishermen as a burial ground until 1848. Armada Stone War Memorial Newhaven Edinburgh Nemo Me Impune | Lacessit | 1588 | In the nean of God | The Newhaven Stone with Two Globes | Quadrant | Cross | Staff | Anchor | Virtute Sydera War Memorial with Armada Stone which is on wall of school in Main Street Newhaven. Inscription reads; To the honoured memory of the men and women of Newhaven who fell in the world war 1939 – 1945 Victoria School Newhaven Edinburgh A school was first agreed to be built in Newhaven Village in 1844 and completed in 1861. This is one of very few original buildings that can still be seen intact. Newhaven Village was built circa 1505 and was occupied by a mixture of nationalities Flemish Dutch and French as we as local tradesmen . Newhaven was a shipbuilding and fishing village for around 10 years until the shipbuilding stopped circ 1520 and was left with fishermen. Starbank Park Newhaven Edinburgh Starbank Park is a few minutes west from Newhaven harbour. Theis community park has won awards and is well worth a visit with seating to take in the views of the forth and Fife. there are also a great mixture of plants, trees, herbs, fruit trees, shrubs, ferns, herbaceous plants and bedding plants. There are also a children's nature trail. Next - Granton & Silverknowes

West Bow in Grassmarket Edinburgh has been nicknamed Diagon Alley because of simillarites with the street in Harry Potter Witches and demons. The West Bow conects the Grassmarket to the Royal Mile and the New Town at Victoria Street with George IV Bridge Edinburgh. West Bow Attractions Edinburgh West Bow in Grassmarket Edinburgh has been nicknamed Diagon Alley because of similarities with the street in Harry Potter, with Witches, warlocks and demons, magic and intrigue. accommodation, shops, restaurants, bars, a street that joins the old town with the new and has secret steps that take you to Edinburgh Castlehill. West Bow Attractions Edinburgh The West Bow Edinburgh is a street with retail stores, pubs, night clubs and restaurants, starting from the east end of the Grassmarket and winding up to George IV Bridge. There are steps on the north side that connect to Castlehill and the Royal Mile. Victoria Street is a continuation of the West Bow which was created circa 1835 with demolition of many houses. The West Bow previously before George IV Bridge was built a Z shape narrow Wynd that connected the Grassmarket with Castlehill and the Lawnmarket. (More Harry Potter) Now the connection to Castlehill is steps that take you to the now named Upper Bow and Victoria Terrace a balcony walkway. The West Bow was extended by Victoria Street being a continuation of the West Bow to join George IV Bridge with the Grassmarket. West Bow Wellhead Grassmarket Edinburgh West Bow or Bowfoot Well was erected in 1674. The West Bow is a continuation of Victoria Street at the east end of the Grassmarket. This was the first well head built to supply water to the Grassmarket from the reservoir at Castle Hill. Until 1820 these square stone well heads were the only way in which the thousands of people of Edinburgh could access drinking water. The reservoir was filled by the springs from the Pentland hills. West Bow Wellhead Plate The inscription reads; The Bow Well stonework was restored in 2008 as part of the 12 monuments restoration project, a partnership between The City of Edinburgh Council and Edinburgh World Heritage. In 1674 Lord Provost Sir Andrew Ramsay instigated Edinburgh's firsts Piped Water supply. Robert Mylne, the king's master mason built the well, supervised by Sir William Bruce. The surveyor was George Sinclair and Peter Brauss a Dutch engineer, made the lead pipe work. The Old City Coat of Arms motto 'NISI DOMINUS FRUSTRA' means; Labour in vain without the lord'. On the other side 'VIRTUTE AQUISITUR HONOS' means, 'Honour is acquired by virtue'. West Bow Major Thomas Weir The West Bow had many well-known residents, one of which was a Major Thomas Weir born circa 1600 -1670 (Head of Edinburgh’s Town Guard) who everyone thought was a wizard and practices the Dark arts. He was burned at Greenside and many were convinced he haunted the West Bow. There were many claims of sightings which have been written about. His house was left vacant for many years and when an old soldier and his wife took up residence on the first night they awoke to the sight of a ghostly figure and left the property the next day, the house lay empty for circa 50 years before it was demolished. Major Weir’s Land were the houses on the east side of the West bow. West Bow Murder and Sorcery Lord Ruthven also was a resident of the West Bow, known as the man who was first to stab David Rizzio, Mary Queen of Scots secretary, before others joined in and Lord Darnley, Mary Queen of Scots husband dealt the final blow. This took place in the Palace of Holyrood House on the 9th of March 1566. More recently the West Bow has been linked with J K Rowling’s Harry Potter. With the old stories of the wizard the winding narrow road with high tenements the look of Daigon Alley with the Harry Potter shop and Witchery Tours. West Bow Old and New Map The West Bow was changed from a narrow winding road to a Street that connects the Old town of Edinburgh with the new Town street on the southside of the Royal Mile. From the Grassmarket the West Bow went up a steep hill turned right and then up and left ending at the foot of Castlehill. The New layout took the West Bow from the Grassmarket turning right and continuing up the new section which is Victoria Street and ends at George IV Bridge named in honour of King George IV when he visited Edinburgh and Scotland the first monarch since 1746 when the English defeated Bonny Prince Charlie and his army at Culloden. West Bow Old Doorway Old Door entrance to building with inscription that reads; God for all his gifts 1616. This is an old entrance to the corner bulding of the West Bow and Grassmarket. Now a Hotel. Look u at the windows to see more old parts of the building. Next - King's Stables Road

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In addition there is a manmade lake that is for boarding, ringo rides and many other water sports Try Belhaven beach for a fantastic time in the water For all the best in Water Sports, East Lothian's Water Sports and Swim facilities including a wave machine, water jets, and indoor flumes. https://www.abouteastlothian.co.uk/water-sports-activities WATER SKIING Water Skiing St. Vedas Surf School Coldingham Bay St Abbs Road Coldingham TD14 5PA Scottish Borders Scotland 018907 71679 Water skiing Scottish National Water Ski Centre Townhill Country Park Townhill Road Dunfermline KY12 0HT Kingdom of Fife Scotland 01383 620 123 BARGE ON THE CANAL Barges Edinburgh Canal Centre The Bridge Inn Baird Road Ratho EH28 8RA Midlothian Scotland 0131 3331320 Barges Four Sisters static boatel Lochrin Basin Fountainbridge Quay Edinburgh EH3 9NY City of Edinburgh Scotland 07762 476 367 BOAT HIRE / BOAT CHARTER Boat Charters Thistle Hire Boats 27 Alnwickhill Road Edinburgh EH16 6LG City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 338 5038 Boat Charters Aquamarine Charters Harbour Eyemouth Harbour Eyemouth TD14 5SD Scottish Borders Scotland 018907 50481 Boat Charters Pathfinder Boat Charters Priory View Eyemouth Road Coldingham TD14 5NH. Scottish Borders Scotland 07780 980 179 BOATING & SAILING Boats and Sailing St Mary's Loch Sailing Club A708 Selkirk TD7 5LH Scottish Borders Scotland 0131 663 2079 Boats and Sailing Port Edgar Yacht Club Marina South Queensferry EH30 9SQ East Lothian Scotland 07802 168274 Boats and Sailing Portobello Sailing & Kayaking Club Portobello Edinburgh EH15 1HF City of Edinburgh Scotland 07932 159983 Boats and Sailing Port Edgar Marina & Sailing School Shore Road South Queensferry EH30 9SQ Midlothian Scotland 0131 331 3330 North Berwick Kayak Hire North Berwick Harbour North Berwick EH39 4JL East Lothian Scotland Activities Canoeing and Sea Kayaking BlueWild Boat Tours Seacliff Park Auldhame Farm Auldhame EH39 5PW East Lothian Scotland Activities Boat Trips - Isle of May Landing, Bass Rock Tours, Sunrise and Sunset Tour, Private Charter GoSUP Water Sports SUPhut, Dingy Park, North Berwick Harbour North Berwick EH39 4JL East Lothian Scotland Activities Paddleboards and Kayaks Coast To Coast Surf School Belhaven Bay Station Road Dunbar EH42 1JX East Lothian Scotland Activities Surfing, Stand up Paddleboard, Coasteering, Learn to Surf School Foxlake Adventures Hedderwick Hill Stables Dunbar EH42 1XF East Lothian Scotland Activities Foxfall - Assault Course over water, Ringo, Wakeboarding, Ziptrail - High Wire Trail in the woods, Segway Run CANOEING & KAYAKING Canoeing / Kayaking Craiglockhart Sports Centre 177 Colinton Road Edinburgh EH14 1BZ City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 443 0101 Canoeing / Kayaking Forth Canoe Club Harrison Bridge Harrison Road Edinburgh EH10 4LE City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 229 9586 Canoeing / Kayaking Edinburgh University Water Sports Firbush Point Loch Tay Killin FK21 8SU Falkirk Scotland 0131 650 2954 Canoeing / Kayaking Portobello Sailing & Kayaking Club Promenade Portobello Edinburgh EH15 1HF City of Edinburgh Scotland 07932 159983 ISLAND BOAT TRIPS Boat Trips around Islands Maid of the Forth Newhalls Road South Queensferry EH30 9TB West Lothian Scotland 0131 331 5000 Boat Trips around Islands Seafari Adventures Newlands Road South Queensferry EH30 9TB West Lothian Scotland 0131 331 4857 SCUBA DIVING Scuba Diving Lazy G-Diver Boat Charter Eyemouth Road Coldingham TD14 5NH. Scottish Borders Scotland 01890 771 525 Scuba Diving AquaStars Gunsgreen Quay Eyemouth TD14 5SD Scottish Borders Scotland 01890 750 904 Scuba Diving Marine Quest Diving / fishing Harbour Road Eyemouth TD14 5HY Scottish Borders Scotland 01890 752 444 Scuba Diving DiveStay Hurkur Crescent Eyemouth TD14 5AP Scottish Borders Scotland 07802 330 036 Scuba Diving Scottish Sub Aqua Club Redheughs Rigg Edinburgh EH12 9DQ City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 625 4404 Scuba Diving Dive St. Abbs & Boat Charter Rock Houses St Abbs TD14 5PW Scottish Borders Scotland 01890 771 945 Scuba Diving Sub Aqua Divers (Scoutscroft) Ltd Scoutscroft Coldingham TD14 5NB Scottish Borders Scotland 01890 771 669 PADDLE-BOARDING Paddle Boarding Stand up Paddle Boarding Treetops Langton View East Calder EH53 0RD West Lothian Scotland 07507 459 689 Paddle-boarding Venues Cramond, Linlithgow, Edinburgh City, Portobello Beach, Ratho & Many East Lothian Beaches KITESURFING Skymonster Kitesurfing 42 Turnhouse Road Edinburgh EH12 8LX City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 317 7010 WINDY DAYZ Kite School East Coast Scotland Edinburgh & Fife 07720438453 info@windydayz.co.uk JET SKIING Jet Skiing Loch Lomond Jet Ski Safari Cameron House The Loch Loch Lomond G83 8QZ Alexandria Scotland 01389 722508 BOAT HIRE / BOAT CHARTER Boat Charters Selkie Boat Charter The Rest Murrayfield St Abbs TD14 5PP Scottish Borders Scotland 01890 771 525 Boat Charters Cramond Boat Club Cramond Village Riverside Edinburgh EH4 6NY City of Edinburgh Scotland 0131 336 1356 Boat Charters St Abbs Boat Charter Billy Aitchison Skipper Rock Houses St Abbs TD14 5PW Scottish Borders Scotland 01890 771 883 Speed Boat Trips Speed Boats Eyemouth Rib Trips Harbour Road Eyemouth TD14 5JB Scottish Borders Scotland 07941 441995 BOAT HIRE / BOAT CHARTER Boat Charters Topline Boat Charter Paul Crowe Skipper Harbour St Abbs TD14 5PW Scottish Borders Scotland 01890 771 945 Belhaven Surf Centre 36 Back Road Belhaven, Dunbar EH42 1NX East Lothian Scotland Activities Surfing, Stand Up Paddle, Coasteering, Skateboarding . Seafari Adventures North Berwick Harbour Victoria Road North Berwick EH39 4SS East Lothian Scotland Activities Speed Boats, Cruise Boats, Private Charters Bass Rock & Isle of May Cruises Fisherrow Yacht Club 97 New Street Musselburgh EH21 6DG East Lothian Scotland Activities Boats, Barges and Sailing ForthWild Adventure Boat Trips Seacliff Beach Auldhame EH39 5PW East Lothian Scotland Activities Boat Trips - Isle of May Landing, Bass Rock Tours, Sunrise and Sunset Tour, Private Charter East Lothian Yacht Club 36 Victoria Road North Berwick EH39 4JL East Lothian Scotland Activities Boats, Barges and Sailing Scottish Seabird Centre Victoria Road North Berwick EH39 4SS East Lothian Scotland Activities Seabird Boat trips, Snorkel and Island Landings Catamaran Cruise Private Charters

Constitution Street Leith from the foot of Leith Walk where Transpotting was made a famous church buitlt in 13th century, a Statue of Robert Burns, Pubs, Restaurants and shops and a short walk to the shore with many attractions and the Royal Yacht Britannia. Sit by the shore and have a coffe or meal Constitution Street Leith Shops Businesses in Constitution Street Leith Edinburgh. Bars, Restaurants, Businesses, Delis and Historic sites Leith History and Attractions Constitution Street Edinburgh Estate Agents 4 Constitution Street Edinburgh EH6 7BT 0131 202 5444 Post Office 6b Constitution Street Edinburgh EH6 7BT 0131 554 1637 Stephen Dalton Scrap Metal 7 Constitution Street Edinburgh EH6 7BS 0131 554 1223 Leith Lets 10 Constitution Street Edinburgh EH6 7BT 0131 610 0510 1234 Property Management 14 Constitution Street Edinburgh EH6 7BT 0131 555 1234 Leith and Shore Cameron Stephen & Co. 14 Constitution Street Edinburgh EH6 7BT 0131 555 1234 Corn Exchange 29 Constitution Street Edinburgh EH6 7BS Bishop Newsagent 30 Constitution Street Edinburgh EH6 6RS 0131 554 6594 Shore Avocado Sandwich Takeaway 32 Constitution Street Edinburgh EH6 6RS Print Works Coffee Company 42 Constitution Street Edinburgh EH6 6RS 0131 555 7070 Nobles bar Restaurant 44a Constitution Street Edinburgh EH6 6RS 0131 561 8219 William Nimmo Restaurant 46 Constitution Street Edinburgh EH6 6RS Fly Half Bar Kitchen 50 Constitution Street Edinburgh EH6 6RS Cascal Hairdressers 54 Constitution Street Edinburgh EH6 6RS 0131 555 2040 Ocean Hostel 55 Constitution Street Edinburgh EH6 7BG‎ 0131 553 3003 Port O Leith Bar 58 Constitution Street Edinburgh EH6 6RS 0131 554 3568 Campbell Stafford Estates 74 Constitution Street Edinburgh EH6 6RP 0131 467 7042 Chop House Steak Restaurant 102 Constitution Street Edinburgh EH6 6AW 0131 629 1919 Port of Leith Housing Association 108 Constitution Street Edinburgh EH6 6AZ 0131 554 0403 Pillars House Hotel 125 Constitution Street Edinburgh EH6 7AE 0131 555 1517 Alan Breck Lounge 159 Constitution Street Edinburgh EH6 7AD 0131 467 2581 Boneyard Tattoos 177 Constitution Street Edinburgh EH6 7AD Carolyn Designer Florist 179 Constitution Street Edinburgh EH6 7AA 0131 555 0406 Afreen Fashion & Beauty 181 Constitution Street Edinburgh EH6 7AD The Foot of the Walk 183 Constitution Street Edinburgh EH6 7AD 0131 553 0120 Next - Shore Leith Businesses

Bolton Village East Lothian is close to Haddington and is famous for the family that lived and died there. Agnes Broun mother of Robert Burns, his brother and sister. Bolton Village East Lothian Bolton East Lothian was known to be owned by Sir John Halliburton in 1389 The Parish Church was first erected circa 1244 under the superiority of the Canons of Holyrood Abbey. The church became a ruin and a new church was built by Gilbert Burns brother of Robert Burns. Bolton Church Graveyard Bolton East Lothian The Grave of Gilbert Burns and his children Isabella, Agnes and Janet his mother Agnes Broun and sister Annabella. Bolton Do’cot Bolton East Lothian The Doo’cot in Bolton is directly across from the Old Parish Church where the family of Robert Burns are Buried. Grant’s Brae Bolton East Lothian Bolton near Haddington East Lothian was where Robert Burns’ family stayed (mother and brother and later sister). Robert Burns’ brother Gilbert Burns (1760 – 1827) and mother, Agnes Broun 17 March 1732 – 14 January 1820 (and later his sister Annabella) moved to Bolton East Lothian from Ayrshire. Gilbert oversaw the building of the new Bolton parish church which was completed in 1809. The cottage at Grant’s Brae is no longer there, the house was demolished and a roadside monument stands in its place. No more than one hundred yards northeast lies the drinking well used by the Burns family. It was lovingly restored in 1932 and dedicated to Agnes Broun. The dedication states: “Drink of the pure crystals and not only be ye succoured but also refreshed in the mind. To the mortal and immortal memory and in noble tribute to her, who not only gave a son to Scotland but to the whole world and whose own doctrines he preached to humanity that we might learn?”. The words from the monument at Grant’s Brae; NEAR THIS SPOT STOOD THE HOUSE IN WHICH | LIVED AND DIED | THE MOTHER | BROTHER AND SISTER OF SCOTLAND’S NATIONAL POET ROBERT BURNS The Well Grant’s Brae Bolton East Lothian Where Robert Burns mother Agnes Burns (nee Broun) collected the water for the household needs. The house where she lived (Grants Brae) with her son Gilbert and daughter Annabella, brother and sister of Robert Burns is near to Bolton East Lothian. Agnes Burns died 14 January 1820 age 88 years and is buried in Bolton Church yard as are Gilbert, Annabella and Gilbert’s daughter War Memorial Fountain Bolton East Lothian The war memorial is to those who fell in the first world war 10 from Bolton and in the second world war a further 4. Next - Colstoun

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Edinburgh shooting clay pidgeon shooting rifle range shooting Laser tag and so much more great for groups hen and stag party weekends. SHOOTING EDINBURGH Shooting, Clay Pigeon Shooting, Rifle Range Shooting, Laser Combat Challenge, Paintball, Laser Tag, Archery Activities Shooting Clays Roxburghe Sporting Estate Roxburghe Hotel A698 Heiton TD5 8JZ Scottish Borders Scotland 01573 450 333 Shooting Clay Pigeon Winton House Clay Pigeon Shooting Winton House Estate B6355 Pencaitland EH34 5AT East Lothian Scotland 01875 340 222 Shooting Laser Tag Winton House Laser Tag Winton House Estate B6355 Pencaitland EH34 5AT East Lothian Scotland 01875 340 222 Shooting Clay Pigeon Braidwood Sporting Clays Clay Pigeon Shooting B6453 Braidwood Midlem TD7 4QD Scottish Borders Scotland 01835 870280 Shooting Laser Tag Laser tag Games Craigton Farm Craigton House Winchburgh EH52 6PY West Lothian Scotland 0844 247 3271 Shooting Laser Tag Edinburgh Combat Challenge Laser Lugton Bogs Gilmerton Road Edinburgh EH18 1AR City of Edinburgh Scotland 07732 231220 Shooting Rifle .22 Don Coyote Outdoor Centre Outdoor Centre Lamancha West Linton EH46 7BD Scottish Borders Scotland 01968 661 066 Shooting Clay Pigeon Don Coyote Centre Clay Pigeon Shooting Outdoor Centre Lamancha West Linton EH46 7BD Scottish Borders Scotland 01968 661 066 Shooting Clay, Rifle Morton Clay Targets Rifle Morton Clays Morton Road Mid Calder EH53 0JT West Lothian Scotland 01506 884 500 Shooting Clay Pigeon Hopetoun Clays Clay Pigeon Shooting Hopetoun Estate Pinetum Woods Newton Village EH52 6QD West Lothian Scotland 0131 331 9940

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Edinburgh's Famous Royal Mile from Edinburgh Castle to Holyrood Palace, Attractions, museums, historic buildings, ghosts, statues, monuments. A map of the Royal Mile pinpointing all attractions inside and outside. No need for a guide, go to the google map for everything Free. Royal Mile Edinburgh Map Attractions I have pinpointed all the sites of the Royal Mile Edinburgh, things to see and places to visit. The Royal Mile starts at Edinburgh Castle and ends at the Palace of Holyrood House. The Streets the make the Royal Mile are Castlehill, Lawnmarket, High Street, Canongate, Abbey Strand and Horse Wynd. Each area has its own identity and there are many things to see and do while searching through the closes and wynds of the the Royal Mile. Edinburgh city centre extends approximately 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometres) from west to east and the same south to North. The City Centre and Royal Mile are the main shopping areas and where the main attractions can be found. The areas included in Edinburgh city centre are the Royal Mile, Grassmarket, New Town, Old Town, Southbridge, North Bridge, Princes Street and Gardens, Mound, Calton Hill. The thick blue line is to show where the Nor Loch once filled the area. The Black line is where the City Wall stood to protect the residents from invaders. Starting where David's Tower stood and finishing at the side of the Nor Loch in the East beside the Trinity church below Calton hill. Next - Map Edinburgh Old Town Attractions

Cycling Scotland, Safe Cyles routes, The best place to cycle is on non motorised traffic roads. Portobello Promenade for one. Mountain Biking is for the it and fearless a great sport with excitement and fun. Cycle with care and motorists give space to the bikes. Cycle Edinburgh Scotland Bike Hire Here are a number of cycle ways that are free from motor transport. There is also many place to go mountain biking see the 7 Stanes mountain bike trails and the Pentland hill trails. Bike Hire for a cheap way to see Edinburgh. Hire a bike by the hour or day Back to Activities Cycle Tours Scotland Cycle Round Arthur Seat Holyrood Park the roads around Arthur seat are great on a Sunday as they are closed to all motor traffic after 8.30 am. Hire a Bike by the Hour in Edinburgh The Meadows and Bruntsfield Links Safe and easy cycling for the family with designated path for cyclist and no motorised vehicles. Portobello Promenade Portobello Promenade from Seafield to Joppa no motors just people and cyclists and sea views. Cramond - Granton Cramond Village to Silverknowes Esplanade is a very safe cycle way for all the family a wide flat surface with no traffic and great views. From Silverknowes follow the promenade to the old gas storage where best to go back as it joins the west Shore Road. NCR754 Fountainbridge - Glasgow The longest Route where the ships once came from the Caribbean to Edinburgh. The Union Canal starts at Fountainbridge and after the steps at Viewforth the track at the side of the canal takes you as far as Bowling Harbour Milton Glasgow 65 miles - 6 hours. Find the route on google; National Cycle Route (NCR754). Getting home is easy a train station is near (0.5 MILE) that will take you to Glasgow Queen Street (Change) train to Edinburgh Waverley. Cycle Scotland Bike Hire 29 Blackfriars Street Edinburgh EH1 1NB 0131 556 5560 Edinburgh Cycle Hire Just Eat Cycles 5B Carron Place Edinburgh EH6 7RE 0131 278 3000 BIKETRAX Bike Hire 11 - 13 Lochrin Place Edinburgh EH3 9QX 0131 228 6633 Mountain Biking Scotland The 7 Stanes Mountain Bike Trails The best in the Uk Pentland Hills Mountain Bike Trails 70 + trails to choose Flotterstone Blackhill Bonaly The Howe Glentress Mountain Bike Trail On the Innerleithen Road near Peebles Newcastleton Mountain Bike Trail Past Hawick on the B6357 Top quality trails Tartan Bicycle Hire Edinburgh Drop off + Pick up Service Call Johann +44 (0)7973940924 Leith Cycle Co Bike Hire 276 Leith Walk Edinburgh EH6 5BX 0131 467 7775 Pedal Forth Bike Hire 17 East Cromwell Street Edinburgh EH6 6HD 0131 554 9990

Haddington Attractions East Lothian Haddington was a important town and over the years has been burnt down and flooded on more than one occasion. Haddington originally was in Northumbria up until circa 900 AD when the border between Scotland and England was moved to bring it into Scotland. St Martin’s Kirk in the Nungate was built 1178 which is now the oldest standing building in Haddington. The once Palace of Haddington was abandoned in 1216 when Haddington was burnt by the English invaders. In 1198 King Alexander II of Scotland was born in Haddington. John Knox Protestant reformer was born in Haddington or nearby circa 1510. Haddington’s new Town Hall was built in 1748 and in 1817 the Waterloo Bridge near the Poldrate Mill was opened. In 1846 Haddington’s railway station opens to the public. linking with Edinburgh and closed in 1949. The twin steel arched Victoria Bridge was built in 1898 and the largest hoard of Roman artefacts (outside Rome) were found on nearby Traprain Hill in 1919 and can be seen in the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh. In 1965 Haddington was twinned with Aubigny sur Nère in France. St Martins Kirk Haddington East Lothian St Martin’s Kirk was built in 1178. It belonged to the Cistercian Nunnery of St Mary’s which was situated about one mile to the east of this site. The church was probably used by both nuns and the people of Haddington. Originally consisting of a nave and chancel at the east end. Only nave now remains. In the thirteenth century the six buttresses were added to the outer walls to take the weight of a new barrel vault. The area above the vault provided a second storey. The purpose of the square holes in the walls is unclear. Although it is possible that they were used for scaffolding (or the struts that held the upper floor up). Some Time after the reformation the church fell out of use and it is thought, although no visible sign exists. The area surrounding it was used for burials until the nineteenth century. Poldrate Mill Tynebank Haddington Poldrate Mill in Haddington is a modern mill built 1842 (Poldrate the area) on the site of the medieval Kirk Mill circa 1530 known as the east mill, situated near the Tyne River at the Waterloo Bridge. Nungate Bridge Haddington The first bridge built over the River Tyne in Haddington was in 1282. The Nungate Bridge is built on the same site built circa 1560 after the previous bridge was bombarded in the siege in 1548 when most of Haddington burned. The Nungate bridge as its predecessor was the main route from the south into Haddington (now a foot bridge). The bridge was a place many criminals were shacked to with jougs’ iron manacle that went around the neck. St Mary’s Church Haddington In 1375 the building of St Mary’s Church began and was completed in 1462. In 1548-9 the church was in ruins due to the siege of Haddington. At John Knox insistence the church was rebuilt in 1561. Further renovations and improvements have been made over the centuries to what you see today. There are many things to see, which include; Lauderdale Aisle and Tomb, Jane Welsh Carlyle memorial stone. Stain Glass windows depicting; The Sepulchre, Vision of St John the Divine, Christ and the Woman of Samaria, The Good Woman, The Crucifixion with the Virgin and St John, St Margaret and St Helen Divine Wisdom, The Herald Angel appears to the Shepherds, Christ as the Good Shepherd, The Ascension, Christ and the Sea of Galilee, Gethsemane and Emmaus. Wemyss Family Grave Haddington East Lothian Francis Charteris, became Charteris-Wemyss-Douglas 8th Earl of Wemyss & 4th Earl of March was born in 1772 as Frances Charteris and died 1853 at his home at Gosford House East Lothian Haddington War Memorial Haddington East Lothian Haddington war memorial at the gates to St Mary's Church was unveiled circa 1920. To commemorate all the local men and women who gave their lives in the defence of Britain in the World Wars Amisfield House Remains Francis Charteris bought a property called Newmills near Haddington circa 1715, and renamed it Amisfield after the family estate near Dumfries. On the land they built Amisfield House in 1755, a classic mansion house with a walled garden, a summer house known as the Banqueting House and stables. All that remains are ruins of the the summerhouse, Gothic Garden House, cascade pump house and stables. The gates with Lodges built circa 1720. and the walled garden circa 1786 are still in tact. However, the main house was demolished in 1928. The grounds have been used as Haddington Golf Course since 1865. Amisfield House East Gate and lodges Amisfield House Stables 1785 Amisfield House Summer House (Banqueting House) 1755 The Summerhouse was used as a banqueting hall and was were the Charteris family would entertain guests. A bowling green was once to the rear of the house with statues surrounding it. Unfortunately a flood of the Tyne in 1775 washed the statues away and destroyed the bowling green. Amisfield Gothic House This is a Gothic style House was built in 1766 by one of the most renowned builder | Stonemasons of the time Robert Milne from Edinburgh. Built for the then owners of the House and Lands the Charteris family. Amisfield Walled Garden Amisfield House walled garden (1783) is eight acre, one of the largest walled gardens in Scotland. The walls of the garden stand at 16 feet (4.9 m) and in each corner are circular pavilions. Note; The Ancient Fraternity of Gardeners of East Lothian was established in 1676 the oldest gardeners fraternity known. Amisfield House Cascade & Pump House The River Tyne flows through the grounds of Amisfield in Haddington. Amisfield House and grounds are now a golf course the house was demolished in 1928 as it had stood empty for years. The pump house may have previously been an Ice House which was a common place for all large houses. Samson Fountain Court Street Haddington The drinking fountain in Court Street Haddington with a statue of Samson at the apex was originally erected in 1924 At that time it was only the centre piece with four drinking cups on chains. It was then surrounded by a pond in 1998 and the cups removed. Haddington Corn Exchange The Corn Exchange was built in 1854 and is one of the largest Corn Exchanges to be built in Scotland. Tweeddale Monument Haddington Field Marshal George Hay, 8th Marquess of Tweeddale born 1787 at Yester House educated at the Royal High School in Edinburgh and became a full time soldier in 1804 and was awarded many honours throughout his career. On his fathers death in 1804 he became 16th Lord Hay of Yester. Earl of Tweeddale. 8th Marquess of Tweeddale. 8th Earl of Gifford. 8th Viscount of Walden. He was appointed Knight, Order of the Thistle (K.T.) in 1820 He held the office of Lord-Lieutenant of Haddingtonshire between 1823 till is death. He became Governor of Madras India in 1842-46 and retired from active service in 1848 when he returned to Yester House. He gained the rank of Field Marshal in 1875. While at home in Yester House he died of injuries sustained in a fire in 1876. He was honour in 1881 with the monument that stands in Court Street Haddington for his services in both times of war and peace. Goats of Haddington The Goats were sculpted by Dyre Vaa of Norway in 1978 The symbol of the Goat is on the coat of arms and the seal of Haddington thought to have been first adopted in 1296 when there were numerous goat farms in the area. Custom Stone Haddington Custom Stone of Haddington stood in the High Street and has been moved to the gardens behind the old George Hotel(Falkos). There are setts in the road where the Custom stone once sat. The plaque reads; This ancient stone was for | centuries the seat of the tacksman (Tax) | When petty customs were levied | in the Burgh. Mercat Cross Haddington A goat appears on the seal and on the coat of arms of Haddington it also is on the top of the mercat cross where the unicorn stands on most other mercat crosses throughout Scotland. The earliest documentary reference occurs in the reign of William the Lion (1165–1214), when it was decreed that “all merchandises sal be presentit at the mercat and mercat croce of burghis”. As William the Lion was a resident of Haddington, the mercat cross in the High Street could have been the first. John Gray Centre Haddington The John Gray Centre is the library, originally founded by Rev. John grey in 1688 and now is the heritage hub and museum of East Lothian. There is 700 years of manuscripts books and images all relating to the history of East Lothian. The new building opened in 2012 John Gray Plaques Haddington At the entrance to the Centre on the wall is a plaque to John Gray which reads; Mr John Gray Minister of the Gospel at Aberlady,for the regard he had for the town of Haddington. The place of his nativity did mortify this library for the community also did mortify the sum of 3000 merks scots. Appointed the annual rent thereof to charitable uses agreeable to his will under ye management of magistrates & town clerk thereof he departed this life in tear 1717. The red plaque reads; The story of John Gray Centre Began over 400 years ago, but who was John Gray? John was born in Haddington in 1684, the son of a merchant. He became a Presbyterian minister in 1667 and minister of Aberlady in 1684. During his life he collected a library of around 900 books which he left, together with money for their upkeep, to the people of Haddington on the death of his wife in 1717. His library was one of the first in Britain made freely available to the public and is now housed in the National Library of Scotland. The Centre has been named after John Gray in recognition of his gift to the people of Haddington. Carlyle House Museum Haddington Jane Welsh was born in Haddington in 1801 daughter of Dr John Welsh. She became one of the great letter writers of her age. She married essayist Thomas Carlyle in 1826. The house has been restored and is now the Jane Welsh Carlyle Museum. which tells the life of Jane before and after marriage. Mitchell’s Close Haddington Mitchell’s Close are 17th century buildings that have survived from the period, a true look back into the past. Royal Palace King William I Haddington Alexander II, son of King William I was born in Haddington Palace 1198. In 1214 King John attacked Haddington and burned it to the ground leaving very few buildings. The royal Place was saved but was vacated two years later. The present building is the County Building which was built in 1832 and stands on the site of the medieval palace of King William I remnants and foundations of which were found when excavating to build the county building in 1830. The plaque on the wall reads; This is the site of The Royal Palace occupied by King William the Lion and here his son Alexander II of Scotland was born 24th August 1198. Ferguson Monument Haddington Robert Ferguson of Raith was born in 1767 he was a landowner with estates in Haddingtonshire and Dysart Burghs. He became a member of parliament in 1835 for East Lothian and was also Lord Lieutenant of Fife in 1837. He after an affair married Lady Elgin of Dirleton. Lord Elgin of Elgin Marbles fame was the husband she divorced. John Knox Institute Haddington In 1880 the Knox Memorial Institute to house the grammar school of Haddington was completed with a statue of John Knox in the centre tower. Later to be known as Knox Academy. John Knox a Scottish minister, theologian, and writer was a leader of the country’s Reformation, which in 1572 under James IV approved the reformation settlement of which founded the Presbyterian Church of Scotland in 1560. John Knox was born in Haddingtonshire in 1513. Other information states he was born in 1505 (Thomas Carlyle). Gifford Gate John Knox Birthplace John Knox House was at Gifford gate near Haddington opposite the parish church on the far bank of the River Tyne. Thomas Carlyle easiest and historian husband of a local girl Jane Welsh (14 January 1801 – 21 April 1866) a Scottish writer had a tree planted where John Knox house once stood. John Knox Tree Plaque The Plaque reads; Near this spot stood the house in which was born John Knox AD 1505. An oak tree was planted on 29th March 1881 at the request of the late Thomas Carlyle. Lady Kitty’s Do’cot and Garden Lady Kitty’s Do’cot was built in 1771. Named after Lady Catherine Charteris (born 1722) who had a walled garden built in the same period. Lady Charteris was of Francis Charteris, 7th Earl of Wemyss (Buried in Gosford Estate in a Mausoleum designed after the Great Pyramid at Giza) substantial land owner of Haddingtonshire. They had 6 children and Catherine lived until 1786 (64). The Do’cot was a feature of most wealthy home owners which provided fresh meat in the form of pigeons. Haddington House St Mary's Pleasant Gardens East Lothian Haddington House was built circa 1650. THE INSCRIPTION above the door would have been put there when Al AO Haddington and dates from 1648. Alexander Maitland renovated the house IN 1680 and installed the present doorway which has a date of 1680 his initials AM and his wife’s KC, Katherine Cunninghame. A traditional mark of ownership. The gardens were restored by the 14th Duke of Hamilton and gifted to the Haddington Garden Trust to allow everyone to benefit from the gardens. Sir George Taylor Plaque Haddington House Haddington East Lothian Sir George Taylor plaque reads; Sir George Taylor DSC LLD FRS FRSE VHM SHM 15 February 1904 - 12 November 1993 Director Royal Botanic Gardens Kew 1956 - 1971 Chairman Haddington Garden Trust 1973 - 1990 Waterloo Bridge Haddington East Lothian The Waterloo Bridge near the Poldrate Mill was completed in 1817. The foundation stone of the Waterloo Bridge was laid on the anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo in 1815 and was named after the Battle ‘Waterloo’. Normandy Garden The Normandy Memorial in the old bowling green area was erected in 2004. The gardens were once a bowling green which opened in 1749 after moving from its original place in Haddington, where Lawn bowls were first played circa 1660. The area is now a World War II memorial to the Normandy Landings. Commemorative Trees Haddington King Edward VII and Alexandra of Denmark Coronation Trees 1902 Commemorative Trees Haddington The tree on the side of the River Tyne near Poldrate is one of many trees planted at the time the plaque at the foot of this tree reads; The tree was planted to commemorate the coronation of Her Majesty Queen Victoria on the 28th June 1838. Commemorative trees Haddington King George V and Queen Mary Commemorative Trees Haddington 1911 Victoria Bridge Haddington The twin steel arched Victoria Bridge was built in 1898 named to commemorate Queen Victoria’s diamond jubilee which had taken place in 1897. An excellent early example of a provincial steel arch bridge, similar to the North Bridge in Edinburgh but on a smaller scale. Haddington Town House Haddington Town House was built in 1748 and designed by William Adam Town House steeple had to be replaced in 1831. The bell in the steeple rings each day as a curfew at 10 in the evening and it then rings again at the end of curfew at 7 in the morning. The curfew-bell has rung since 1532. Within the Town House were a council chamber a jail and court and a clock was added to the tower in 1835. Samuel Smiles Haddington Samuel Smiles was born in Haddington in 1812. He was a government reformer and author of many books including “Self Help” which became a worldwide success. He was also the author of George Stephenson’s biography, the inventor of the locomotive and the modern railways. Self Help was published in 1859 the same year as Charles Darwin’s Origin of the Species. The plaque where he was born reads; Samuel Smiles, born in Haddington, lived in this house, Author of “Self Help” and other books. He died Kensington 1904. Falko (George Hotel) Haddington East Lothian One of the older properties still being used in Haddington, Falko (George Hotel) stands in Market Lane previously George Wynd. The building being a coaching station and Post Office circa 1700 and an Inn owned by a James Fairbairn IN 1764. It has been called The George and Dragon and George Inn circa 1850. Cyclists Touring Club The Cyclists Touring Club plaque signifies the previous Headquarters of the Cyclists Touring Club now Cycling UK. A wheel with 3 wings and the initials CTC. Haddington Railway Station The Rail Station in Haddington has long been closed and all that remains is the ticket office. The rail line opened on 22 June 1846 and took passengers to Longniddry Station where they would change trains to the Edinburgh Train. The final passengers embarked on the last train from Haddington in December 1949. Summerfield House Haddington East Lothian Summerfield House that stands in the Sidegate Haddington was built circa 1780. This shows a typical house of a wealthy merchant. With coach houses (garages) at both sides of the house. Flour and Malt Mill Haddington East Lothian There has been a mill on this site since circa 1410. It has changed ownership on several occasions. In 1897 the mills were operated by John Montgomery tin the production of malt flour for baking 'Bermaline' bread, a famous Health food. The present company has continued operations of the mills producing cereals (Scottish Flour and Malt from wheat and barley). PureMalt products are distributed worldwide. Old Bank House Haddington East Lothian There are two historic buildings close together on the Hargate, Old Bank House and Sunnybank also known as Tenterfield House. Tenterfield House was originally Sunnybank once owned and occupied by the Donaldson family and sold to Archibald Todrick on his marriage to Katherine Howden in 1812. Sunnybank (Tenterfield House) Haddington East Lothian Hay Donaldson was the Town Clerk and solicitor (writer of the signet) who previously lived at Sunny Bank and moved to Old Bank House and ran the Bank of Scotland Offices from 1783. Handing over to Archibald Todrick in 1803. County Police Station Haddington East Lothian The Haddington Police Station in Court Street previously Weston House built 1833 by William Burn. The Building was the former Court House. It became the Police Station when the police moved to the building in 1954. Lennoxlove House Haddington East Lothian Lennoxlove (Castle) House grounds and gardens are one of the must see Houses and gardens to see in Scotland with history over eight centuries. The estate was originally named Lethington and was owned by Robert Maitland of Thirlestane from 1345. The original Tower built in 1345 still stands as the south west corner of the present Lennoxlove House. The south face of the house was completed in 1644 when a further tower was built at the east end. There has been further changes to the house over the centuries and different owners. The present owners purchased the Lennoxlove House in 1947 by Sir Douglas Douglas-Hamilton. The house is open to visitors by guided tours. With many centuries of history and historic artefacts as well as paintings by the masters lie Van Dyke and Scottish painters such as Raeburn. The 400+ acres of walled gardens have an ornate sundial, a tree over 650 years old and the architecture from the 16th century. Skid Hill Haddington East Lothian Skid Hill once the site of an Iron age fort circa 800 BC, at the summit of the 600 foot (185 mtr) hill, which is the highest point of the Garleton Hill range. Not far from the Hopetoun Monument on Byre's Hill. Skid hill is now a disused quarry. Hopetoun Monument Byre's Hill Haddington East Lothian The Hopetoun Monument is 95 feet (29 m) tall. Situated on Byres Hill near Haddington, the monument was erected in 1824 in memory of John Hope, 4th Earl of Hopetoun The foundation stone was laid on May 3, 1824. There is an inscription on the monument which states: “This monument was erected to the memory of the Great and Good John, Fourth Earl of Hopetoun by his affectionate and grateful tenantry in East Lothian. “MDCCCXXIV” 1824. Haddington Abbey In 1138 the lands of Haddington were given to Ada de Warenne (became wife of Robert I son). The estate on the north-east of Haddington that formed part of the lands belonging to the Abbey of Haddington (The Abbey of Haddington was founded in 1178 by Ada de Warenne a Northumbrian Countess) were sold circa 1568 to William Maitland of Lethington, who in turn sold it in 1681 to Colonel James Stanfield an officer in Cromwell’s Army. He became the Member of Parliament for East lothian and established New Mills Cloth factory in the existing Waulk Mill on the River Tyne. He then built New Mills House the same year. New Mills was renamed circa 1715 to Amisfield and the demolished and a new house was built named Amisfield House in 1755 for Francis Charteris (later 7th Earl of Wemyss). The Google map shows top centre where the Abbey once Stood, below the Abbey Bridge and Amisfield Walled Garden. Abbey Bridge Haddington East Lothian The Abbey is no longer their but the Abbey Bridge that the young Queen, her mother and nobles of France and Scotland crossed to sign the treaty remains across the River Tyne not far from where the Abbey once Stood. The Abbey Bridge was built over the River Tyne to give access to the Abbey of Haddington. The stone bridge could have been built circa 1450 replacing a wooden bridge. A pathway at the side of the Tyne follows the river to East Linton 6 miles towards the sea. Treaty of Haddington 1548 The reformation saw the end to the priory in 1567. There are no remains of the Abbey but a tree stands on the site where the Abbey once stood. After the Battle of Pinkie Cleuch Lord Somerset set siege to Haddington in hope to seize the young Mary Queen of Scots (5 years old). To save the Queen from the English her mother (Mary of Guise) made a pact with the French to send her daughter to France to marry the Dauphin, the young French prince. This secured an alliance between the Scots and French against the English when the Treaty of Haddington was signed at the Abbey of Haddington on 7th July 1548. Mary was sent to France and later married the Dauphin, however the marriage did not last long as the prince died in his teens and Mary returned to Scotland. Next - Humbie

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Edinburgh Castle Esplanade, where the Edinburgh Military Tattoo take place annually. With plaques, statues and memorials Look out from the Edinburgh Castle Esplanade and see the city to the north south east and west. The Free views of the city of Edinburgh. EDINBURGH CASTLE E SPLANADE Edinburgh Castle Esplanade has many memorial plaques and a statues looking at Edinburgh Castle from the Esplanade to the left is the Royal Palace where the flag pole with flag ar situated.and above the main entrance at the drawbridge id the Half Moon Battery to the right is the Forewell Battery and Mills Mount. Edinburgh Castle Esplanade Garrison Shield and Motto Edinburgh Castle Esplanade is the area for four weeks of the year the world famous Edinburgh Military Tattoo his held. During the months of July and August is the main showcase of Edinburgh. This is when The Fringe Festival and Edinburgh International Festival takes place and tourists from around the world can be seen in their 100s of thousands. Looking around the Esplanade you can see memorials, statues and plaques to the regiments and heroes of the past battles. There is one obelisk, one statue, 3 plaques, 3 crosses, a wall fountain and the Ewart grave. Below are photographs of all the things to see before entering Edinburgh Castle where there are many more things to see. St Margret's Chapel 3 Museums, Mons Meg a giant canon and the firing of the One O'clock Gun every day except Sunday. The motto “nemo me impune la cessit” no one attacks me with without punishment. Edinburgh Castle Esplanade Castle Drawbridge The drawbridge at the entrance to Edinburgh Castle spanning the moat which helped protect the Castle from intruders. On guard on either side of the drawbridge are statues, on the right is William Wallace and the left is Robert the Bruce when facing the castle. Above the gateway, can be seen the coat of arms and motto of the Regiment of Scotland, who were based at Edinburgh Castle until the amalgamation of the Scottish regiments in 2006. Edinburgh Castle Esplanade Robert the Bruce Statue King Robert the Bruce. On the left side facing the Edinburgh Castle drawbridge stands Robert I, known as Robert the Bruce, became King of Scots on 25 March 1306. At the Battle of Bannockburn in June 1314, he led a Scottish army and defeated the English army lead by Edward II. To confirm an independent Scottish monarchy in 1320 a letter was sent to Pope John XXII declaring that Robert the Bruce was their rightful monarch. This letter was the 'Declaration of Arbroath' and it asserted the antiquity of the Scottish people and their monarchy. In 1324 Robert the Bruce received papal recognition as king of an independent Scotland. Robert died on 7 June 1329. He was buried in Dunfermline Abbey and his heart is buried in Melrose Abbey. Edinburgh Castle Esplanade William Wallace Statue Sir William Wallace (Braveheart). On the right side facing the Edinburgh Castle drawbridge stands two mighty warriors. William Wallace was born circa 1270. At Stirling Bridge 1297 he defeated the English army. Around 1298 he was knighted and appointed 'guardian of the kingdom'. On the 22 July 1298, the Scottish army lead by Wallace battled the English arms of Edward I near Falkirk, the Scots were heavily defeated but Wallace escaped. Edward hated Wallace and put a price on his head. Wallace was finally captured on the 3 August 1305 in Robroyston, north of Glasgow and transported to London. He was charged and tried with treason, which he denied, saying he had never sworn allegiance to the English king. His execution was held on 23 August 1305, where he was hung, drawn and quartered. His head was placed on London Bridge, and his limbs displayed in Newcastle, Berwick, Stirling and Perth. Edinburgh Castle Esplanade Sir William Alexander Plaque First Baron of Nova Scotia In 1621, King James granted Sir William Alexander the land in North America between New England and Newfoundland, as Nova Scotia ("New Scotland"). To promote the settlement of Nova Scotia, the Baronetage of Nova Scotia was created in 1624. Scots Law, baronets had to "take sasine" by symbolically receiving the earth and stone of the land of which they were baronet. To make this possible, as Nova Scotia was so far away, the King declared that sasine could be taken either in Nova Scotia or, "at the Castle of Edinburgh as the most eminent and principal place of Scotland". Edinburgh Castle Esplanade The King’s Own Scottish Borderers Memorial On the 19th March 1689 David Leslie Earl of Leven gathered a regiment of soldiers within two hours to defend the City of Edinburgh. For Leven’s regiment’s gallantry in defending Edinburgh and later at the Battle of Killiecrankie with a resounding victory for the Jacobite’s lead by James VII of Scotland and II of England, the magistrates of Edinburgh gave the unique right of recruiting by the beat of the drum, marching through the Edinburgh streets with drums beating and flags flying and bayonets fixed. The regiment was later named The King’s Own Scottish Borderers. Edinburgh Castle Esplanade Field Marshal His Royal Highness Frederick Duke of York The Duke of York (1763-1827) was appointed Commander in Chief of the British Army in 1795. His parents King George III and his mother Queen Charlotte were instrumental in shaping Edinburgh’s New Town with streets named by and after them. King George III was the first King of Great Britain and Ireland. King George III King George III (George William Frederick) was born 4 June 1738 in London. He became king in October 1760 at 22. His wife was Charlotte and they had 16 children, 10 sons and 6 daughters and were married for 57 years. He died in January 1820 at 81. During his reign he had Edinburgh’s new town built and purchased Buckingham House in London in 1762 which later became Buckingham Palace. Edinburgh Castle Esplanade Scottish Horse Memorial Cross This is a memorial to the Scottish Horse Regiment who were killed during the South African War of 1901-2. Edinburgh Castle Esplanade The Runic Cross The Runic Cross was erected in 1862 for the memory of the officers, non-commissioned officers and private soldiers of the 78 highland regiment who died at the suppression of the First Relief of Lucknow in 1857 during the Indian Mutiny (1857-59). Eight men of the 78th Highland Regiment were awarded the Victoria Cross and the regiment also received the Victoria Cross during the campaign. The troubles started due to the bullets being covered with pig fat which they had to bite. Putting pork of any kind in their mouths is against the religious beliefs of Hindus and Muslims. Edinburgh Castle Esplanade 72nd Highlanders The Obelisk was erected in memory of the officers, Non-commissioned officers and men of the Duke of Albany's 72nd highlanders who died in the Afghan campaigns of 1878, 1879 and 1880. Edinburgh Castle Esplanade Ensign Ewart Memorial and Grave SERGEANT CHARLES EWART Battle of Waterloo 18th June 1815. In 1938 the actual remains of Ensign Ewart were re-interred on Edinburgh Castle’s Esplanade. (Pictured) battle date, the eagle standard of the French Army and memorial stone. Look behind the memorial stone and you can see his head stone. Edinburgh Castle Esplanade For the whole story of his heroic act click on this link SERGEANT CHARLES EWART Edinburgh Castle Esplanade The Princess Louise’s Argyllshire Highlanders. Fountain Princess Louise Her Royal Highness, Marchioness of Lorne, 9th Duchess of Argyll and Queen Victoria’s daughter. She had many honours bestowed upon her. The 91st Argyllshire Regiment name changed in her honour to 91st (Princess Louise's Argyllshire Highlanders) Regiment of Foot. She had a strong connection with Canada and a province (Alberta), a mountain (Alberta) and villages of Caroline and Alberta named after her. The inscription on the memorial Drinking Fountain above the trough reads; THE PRINCESS LOUISE’S ARGYLLSHIRE HIGHLANDERS. Edinburgh Castle Esplanade Gordon Highlanders This memorial is to the officers and men of the Gordon Highlanders who lost their lives in the South African war from 1899 to 1902 in Natal, Transvaal, Cape Colony and The Orange Free State. The Gordon Highlanders was an army infantry regiment from 1881 until 1994. The regiment took its name from the Clan Gordon and recruited principally from Aberdeen and the North-East of Scotland. Edinburgh Castle Esplanade 78th Highlanders Memorial Celtic Cross The Celtic Cross was erected in memory of Colonel Kenneth Douglas Mackenzie a member of the 92nd Highlanders for forty-two years. He died on duty in 1873. Next - Ensign Ewart Battle Story

Whittingehame Attractions East Lothian Whittingehame House East Lothian Balfour Family Whittingehame Estate near Haddington East Lothian was purchased by James Balfour in 1817 when he had Whittingehame House built. He also had the village moved as it obstructed his view from his new house. James Balfour’s grandson Arthur Balfour, who was born in Whittingehame House served as Prime Minister from 1902 to 1905. As Foreign Secretary during the First World War he issued the “Balfour Declaration” which later led to the establishment of a Jewish homeland in Palestine. Viscount Traprain (Earl of Balfour) change Whittingehame House into a school between 1939 and 1941 for Jewish refugee children. Circa 200 children attended the school over the period. It then returned to a family home and then in 1950 for circa 10 years it was used as a school once again before being renovated into separate apartments. Whittingehame Parish Church East Lothian Whittingehame is a small village between Haddington and Dunbar just south of East Linton. The first church in the area was established by St Cuthbert circa 660, near Luggate (no remains of the church can be seen). In 1225 a new church at Whittingehame was built dedicated by the Bishop of St Andrews on 7 May 1245. After time the church needed replaced and in 1722 a new church was built. In 1820 James Balfour rebuilt the church which can be seen today. Whittingehame most famous resident was Arthur Balfour (Prime Minister of Britain) who is buried in the family aisle in the church. Whittingehame Tower In 1372 George de Dunbar, 10th Earl of March, gave to James Douglas of Dalkeith, (2nd Earl of Douglas and Mar) the manor of Whittingehame. The Douglas family remained owners over the next 300 years as the property transferred on marriage. Elizabeth (1632–1668) daughter of Sir Arthur Douglas married Alexander Seton in 1652 and their daughter also Elizabeth married William Hay of Duns in 1695. They in turn sold the lands and property to James Balfour 1817. Whittingehame Arboretum Whittingehame arboretum has many different varieties of tree, The oldest is over 700 years old a Yew tree that radius is enormous. Other trees are the Blue Gum one of the earliest trees planted in 1846. There is a Monkey Puzzle tree, beech trees, Acer pseudoplatanus 'Variegatum' and Lebanese Cedar. Whittingehame Yew Tree The Whittingehame Yew tree over 700 years old and 60 foot (19 mtrs) high. One of a few Yew trees that can be seen in the Lothians others are in Colinton where Robert Louis Stevenson would play on a swing in the churchyard. Ormiston Yew probably the Whittingehame Walled Garden The walled garden was maintained by Miss Alice Balfour while living at Whittingehame here husband, Lord 1905 Lord Arthur James Balfour (1st Earl of Balfour) had a Temple built outside the garden wall in 1905. He also installed Large gates to the walled garden. Lady Eleanor's Cottage, a 19th century Gothic cottage There is also a wellhead in the garden of the Tower and the Balfour palm tree crest appears on the garden gate dated 1956. Whittingehame Gothic Cottage Lady Eleanor's Cottage, was built in 1833 after the village had been moved by her husband. There is also a wellhead in the garden of the Tower and the Balfour palm tree crest appears on the garden gate dated 1956. Whittingehame War Memorial East Lothian The 1st World War memorial stands opposite the driveway to the Whittingehame Parish Church to commemorate the lives lost in the 1st World War. The Whittingehame War Memorial was unveiled by Arthur Balfour, Prime Minister, 1st earl of Balfour of Whittingehame and Viscount Traprain was born July 25, 1848 in Whittingehame House in 1920. The fallen named are; George Burgess, George Calder, James Gray, David Jarvis, James Jarvis, Peter Jarvis, William Keiller, William McLachlan, James Robertson, Charles Russell, David Stoddart Balfour Monument East Lothian The Obelisk stands on a high point over looking Whittingehame erected by the Yeoman Cavalry in 1858 Erected to the memory of James Maitland Balfour of Whittingehame, Major Commandant of the East Lothian Yeomanry Cavalry by the officers and non-commissioned officers of that Corps in testimony of their great respect and esteem of him as a Commanding Officer, of their affectionate regard for him as an amiable and able country gentleman and of their deep and lasting regret for his premature removal from among them. MDCCCLVIII Next - East Lothian Coastal Towns Villages

Edinburgh New Town East Princes Street Gardens is on the south side of Princes Street Edinburgh with many attractions including the Scott Monument and National Gallery of Scotland East Princes Street Gardens Edinburgh Attractions Princes Street Gardens is a public park in the centre of Edinburgh in the shadow of Edinburgh Castle. The gardens were formed after a Loch (Lake) was drained that surrounded the Castle Rock to the north. The Nor Loch stretched from under the North Bridge where the Waverley Station is now to the west end of Princes Street in front of St Cuthbert's Church. After draining the Nor Loch which began in 1759 and was completed by circa 1810 a large earthen mound was created as a short cut between the new town and the High street in the old town. This created two areas which were later cultivated into to garden areas the east and west gardens.Circa 1840 the railway was built in the valley and Waverley Station opened in its present form in 1854. David Livingstone East Princes Street Gardens (MAR 1813 - MAY 1873) David Livingstone was an explorer and Scottish missionary. Deep in Africa, Livingstone lost contact with the outside world for six years. In 1871 Henry Morton Stanley was sent as a publicity stunt by The New York Herald to find him, eventually tracking Livingstone to the shores of Lake Tanganyika and giving rise to the saying for which he is best known. "Dr. Livingstone, I presume?" Adam Black East Princes Street Gardens Adam Black was born in Charles Street Edinburgh in Feb of 1784, the son of a builder and educated at the High School and Edinburgh University. He was twice Lord Provost of Edinburgh. In 1826 he was the main bookseller in Edinburgh. He published the 7th, 8th and 9th editions of Encyclopaedia Britannica. He died of old age, 89 almost twice as long a life as most lived in these times. Scott Monument East Princes Street Gardens A 200-foot-high monument to Scottish Author Sir Walter Scott was erected in Princes Street Gardens in 1832 in his honour and funded mainly by another author, Catherine Sinclair, author of Holiday House. Climb the steps to the top for a wonderful view of Edinburgh city centre. There are many statues of famous people on the monument and on the first floor a museum. There is also a replica of the Monument on the corner of St Colme Street, down from Charlotte Square which was erected by the city council after her death. To honour Catherine Sinclair for her donation in having the Scott Monument built and many other city amenities. Scott Monument Sir Walter Scott Story More About Sir Walter Scott Professor John Wilson East Princes Street Gardens John Wilson born 1785 near Paisley in the west of Scotland. A Lawyer and writer and was appointed Professor of Moral Philosophy at Edinburgh University in 1819. He lived in Ann Street in the new town and Died in Edinburgh 1854. He is buried in the Dean Cemetery less than a mile from where he lived. John Wilson made his name writing for Blackwood's Magazine under the pseudonym of Christopher North. He had many influential friends of one was Sir Walter Scott. Spanish Civil War Memorial Commemorative Stone East Princes Street Gardens The stone is to honour the volunteers from the Lothians and Fife who fought in the Spanish Civil War. The Spanish Civil War was fought from 1936 to 1939. Model of Edinburgh Old and New Town The model can be found in the Precinct at the foot of the mound steps. This was crafted to enable people with impaired vision to enjoy the city. East Princes Street Gardens Christmas Market and Amusements East Princes Street Gardens hosts a German Market over the Christmas and New Year period and an outdoor ice rink. The festivities start at the beginning of December and finish in the New Year. At that time the closing times change and Bars and Night Clubs can stay open until 5 am. To give everyone more time to party. Next - West Princes Street Gardens

St Andrews Square Edinburgh New Town. St Andrews Square named after Saint Andrew. The Square has Gardens and outdoor Cafe. This area has top restaurants hotels serviced apartments, Designer shops and is 5 minutes to Waverley Rail Station St Andrew Square Edinburgh New Town Attractions St Andrews Square is one of two Squares built to the original design of the New Town area in Edinburgh. St Andrew Square Edinburgh St Andrew Square part of the original design of the new Town which was built between 1759 and 1835. The gardens in St Andrew Square were completed in 1778, now with an outdoor licensed café, it is a great place to relax after a long hard day at the shops, before making your way home. The Bus Station, Rail station, Tram stop and Taxi Rank are all close by. St Andrews Square has many top restaurants, designer shops, hotels and serviced apartments. Henry Dundas Monument St Andrew Square Edinburgh HENRY DUNDAS (1st VISCOUNT MELVILLE) 1742 – 1811 (pictured left) 'The Uncrowned King of Scotland’. The column in St Andrew Square is in his memory. Henry Dundas was born in Dalkeith, south east of Edinburgh into a family distinguished for its legal and political talent. Henry Dundas was educated at the High School of Edinburgh and then the University of Edinburgh. Henry Dundas was elected a Member of Parliament for Edinburgh. He was appointed Lord Advocate in 1777 and, Secretary of State for the Home Department in 1791. He was also Treasurer to the Navy (1782-1800). Dundas was elected Deputy Governor of the Bank of Scotland (1779) and Governor in (1790), the post he held until his death. He wielded enormous power throughout Britain and its dominions, hence his epithet: THE UNCROWNED KING OF SCOTLAND. He was also instrumental in having the slavery act slowed down by adding the word gradual to the act. On 23 Feb 1807 William Wilberforce finally had slavery made illegal, but it was a further 30 years before 'emancipation' of all the slaves in the British colonies. Henry Dundas Statue Henry Dundas was the last person to be impeached in the United Kingdom in 1806, for misappropriation of public money. Although acquitted, he never held public office again. Many places around the world have been named after Henry Dundas including the town of Dundas in southern Ontario Canada. Dundas House St Andrew Square Edinburgh On the east side of the St Andrew Square stands the impressive mansion of Dundas House. Henry Dundas had this house built and was the home of Sir Lawrence Dundas in 1774, Dundas House became the head office of The Royal Bank of Scotland in 1825. The monument in the centre of the garden is of Sir John Hope, 4th Earl of Hopetoun, colonel of the 92nd Gordon Highlanders. David Hume’s House St Andrew Square Edinburgh David Hume lived at 21 South St David Street from 1771-1776 with a view of St Andrew Square. Located on the south west corner of the square. Unfortunately, this is no longer in view as a development has replaced it. T.K. MAX Edinburgh to Granton Railway St Andrews Square Edinburgh The trams on the East side of St Andrew Square run over the old railway route that took passengers and goods from the once named Canal Street Station (Waverley Station) to Granton Harbour. The track was on such a steep hill that it was pulled up the tracks by horses. Known as the Scotland Street Tunnel it opened in May of 1847 and closed in 1868 due to modernisation and other routes. The Entrance can still be seen at Scotland Street Park below Scotland Street. Scotland Street SCOTLAND STREET TUNNEL Multree's Hill Edinburgh You will also find the entrance to Edinburgh's main bus station and Multrees Walk where you will find the designer shops. This area was built on an area previously called Multrees Hill before the new Town was built. Lord Henry Brougham Birthplace House of Lord Brougham St Andrew Square Edinburgh Lord Henry Brougham was born on the 19th September 1778 in St Andrew Square Edinburgh and died aged 89 in Cannes France. Henry Brougham was a prominent lawyer, writer and scientist and became famous in 1820 due to his successful defence of Queen Caroline in the legal case between the Queen and her husband King George IV who wanted to divorce her. Henry Brougham became Lord Chancellor in 1830 and was made Baron Brougham, a member of the Abolitionists, he wished to end slavery. In 1807 a bill in parliament saw an end to the slave trade, but not to slavery. He help to have slavery abolished altogether in 1833 with an Act of parliament. Henry Brougham was Lord Chancellor for 5 years before being replaced by Charles Pepys. In 1834 Lord Brougham fell in love with an area in France called Cannes a small fishing village. He built a house on a plot of land overlooking the sea and invited many wealthy and influential friends to visit, who in turn also built houses and the area became a wealthy and popular tourist destination. Circa 1860 a train station was opened which brought more visitors and the birth of Cannes France was laid. The people of Cannes erected a statue to Lard Brougham to honour what he had done for Cannes. He invented the Brougham Carriage and was elected Chancellor of Edinburgh University In 1859. Lion Sculpture St Andrews Square Gardens The Lion Sculpture by Ronald Rae Fellow of the Royal Society of Sculptors, born in Ayr on the West coast of Scotland in 1946 he has hand carved many different animals one of which is on the promenade at Cramond . The large granite block that the Lion is sculpted from came from the quarry at Correnie Aberdeenshire. and has been in St Andrew’s Square Garden since 2010. Douglas Hotel St Andrew Square Edinburgh The Douglas Hotel where royalty stayed and Walter Scott stayed on his return from Italy, 2 days prior to his death at Abbotsford, his house in Melrose in the Scottish Borders. Previously Dun’s Hotel built circa 1780 then changed to the Douglas circa 1800 the main Hotel in Edinburgh 34 and 35 St Andrew Square. Next - Thistle Street & Thistle Court The Eighth Earl of Dalhousie 37-39 St Andrews Square The Eighth Earl of Dalhousie. George Ramsay (1730 –1787). He served as a Lord of Police (1775–82) and the monarch's personal representative to the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland 1777-1782. He purchased the house 37 -39 St Andrews Square 1785 from John Young, as a town house for the family Residence. The 8th Earl died in 1787, his wife, remained in the property until her death in 1807. The 9th Earl sold the property to the British Linen Company. They redesigned the front of the building in 1848 and commissioned Alexander Handyside Ritchie to build six monumental Corinthian columns and six elaborate statues to symbolise agriculture, manufacturing, commerce, science, architecture and navigation. Paddington Bear St Andrew Square Edinburgh Edinburgh was chosen as one of the 23 locations worldwide for the official Paddington Bear trail.

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