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Leith Police Station is the old Leith Town Hall, built 1827-28 by R & R Dickson as the Leith Sheriff Court. From the Queen Charlotte Street entrance, a grand ceremonial stair leads to the magnificent old Council Chamber. Huge panoramic painting of…

Built in 1868 as a church for Norwegian seamen visiting Leith and still occasionally used by the Norwegian community in Edinburgh. Leith School of Art was founded in 1988 and the building was adapted and extended in 2000 by Hugh Martin &…

The Leith Theatre complex was a gift to the people following the decision to incorporate the Burgh of Leith into Edinburgh.The building has seen bomb damage and dereliction, but the decades spent shut have also preserved much of the 30s Art Deco…

Leith Town Hall and Sheriff Court are situated within Leith Police station. Built in 1828 to a design by R. and R. Dicksons, the building contains the Victorian debating chamber, more commonly referred to as the old Leith town hall, unaltered since…

One of 85 police boxes, the Leith Walk Police box was designed by City Architect, Ebenezer Macrae. Originally at the junction of Leith Walk and Albert Street in 1933, it was used by City of Edinburgh Police with the Leith Burgh Force. In 1979, the…

Leitheatre is housed in one of the few remaining examples of 19th century mixed use tenement development of housing, industry and railway lines.In turns our premises have been a builder's workshop, a cooperage, a hi-fi centre, and a used car…

Sir John Leng was a 19th century entrepreneur from Hull who adopted Dundee and made his name producing a pioneering daily newspaper for the people. He commissioned the Gothic style chapel as a memorial for his first wife, Mary. This charming A-Listed…

Home of the Duke of Hamilton, dating from the 14th century, with links to the Maitlands and Blantyres. Extensively restored by the famous Scottish architect Sir Robert Lorimer in 1912. The house contains many items from the Hamilton Palace Collection…

Lennoxtown Community Hub is the home for Council, library and cultural services in the town. Located in the heart of Lennoxtown on the town's Main Street.In the week of Doors Open Day it will feature a photographic display on some of Lennoxtown's…

Lenzie Library is a smaller branch of the EDLC Trust's library facilities in East Dunbartonshire. Please visit www.edlc.co.uk where you will find information on all the cultural facilities and activities taking place in East Dunbartonshire.

Although opened in 1874 the church did not celebrate its centenary until 1876.? This was because the church was originally designated a Chapel of Ease and was not elevated to the status of Parish Church until 1876. The villa of Northwood, Moncrieff…

Walking tours around Lenzie. En route you will visit significant commuter villas representing the different stages of Lenzie's early development, the railway station and churches.

Completed in 2003, and the first of the 'next generation' of retained fire stations in the Highlands and Islands. Incorporating the Shetland District Office, it is finished to the highest standards and provides the very best facilities for community…

Scottish Baronial Building with many original features and original bathrooms. Last opportunity to see this Rochead designed building before it is sold.

The Centre currently offers a wide variety of activities to include:• Learning for Work (Adult Certificated Courses) • Learning for Leisure (Adult Non-Certificated Courses) • Sport and Fitness Classes • Learning for Fun (Children's Classes) •…

The present church, designed by James Gillespie Graham and built in 1815, stands on a prominent site where people have worshipped for over 1,000 years. Recently refurbished, the church has modern hangings as well as many historical features and an…

Liberton was built by the Dalmahoy family in the late 15th century and has been hailed as ‘the most perfect and unspoilt tower within the precincts of Edinburgh’. The tower contains many features typical of tower houses, including deep…

The Museum Collection is housed in a former WWII military vehicle store. It is a real treasure trove of objects from East Lothian's past. We have all sorts of useful, beautiful and wonderful things including: fine and decorative art, archaeology,…

This 1930’s library has been central to Perthshire’s cultural and intellectual life.The Society will be highlighting its internationally acclaimed contribution to the study of willows. Drop in to view rare early volumes, seldom-seen exhibits and…

Glimpsed from the road, the north-facing elevation of this building is unremarkable; it is only from within the campus that the spectacular form of this structure is apparent. The great curving roof hugs the slope of the site to ensure that no part…

Formerly The Herald Building, this was the first public commission Charles Rennie Mackintosh worked on and opened in 1895.��www.thelighthouse.co.uk/www.facebook.com/lighthouseglasgow/@The_Lighthouse (Twitter)thelighthouseglasgow (Instagram)

The Lillie Art Gallery was funded by a bequest from Robert Lillie, a local banker and artist. It was opened in 1962 on the site of the former Town Hall of Milngavie. The Gallery continues to develop its collection of 20th and 21st century Scottish…

Linn Products Limited is an independent precision-engineering company specialising in top performance sound reproduction equipment. Out of the belief that he could vastly improve the sound from his hi-fi system, Ivor Tiefenbrun founded Linn Products…

The Engine Shop, a category A listed building, is the best example of Victorian shipyard architecture in Scotland. It was designed by J F Spencer for Alexander Stephens at Linthouse, Govan. It was dismantled in 1988 and reconstructed at Irvine in…

With three swimming pools, a modern fitness suite, dance studios, squash courts and a spin studio, there's plenty on offer at the On-X Linwood.

The first Linwood Parish Church was built in 1860 as a chapel of ease, but, due to the ever expanding population of the town, became too small and the present church was built in 1965. A spacious red brick building with furniture and communion silver…

The K6 telephone kiosk went into production in 1936 and was designed to commemorate the silver jubilee of King George V.

Lister Housing Co-operative owns 185 social rented flats in and around Lauriston Place. Most are Category B-listed Georgian tenements.�

Set in the Pentland Hills near Edinburgh, Little Sparta is Iain Hamilton Finlay's greatest work of art. Finlay moved to the farm of Stonypath in 1966 and, in partnership with his wife Sue Finlay, began to create what would become an internationally…

Built in 1928 for Lochgilphead?s primary school-aged children, the building is now home to the Archives. People continue to be educated within its rather utilitarian walls; however they are no longer subjected to the tawse if they don?t pay…

In a welcoming sunny courtyard among the steadings, you will find a remarkable shop, packed with delicious local produce.Loch Arthur Creamery and Farm Shop has grown out of the productive efforts of a diverse and vibrant Community. The Creamery has a…

On the isle of Skye, archaeologists have discovered evidence of a 12th century Viking dockyard, this is what it may have looked like. This project has been part of CUPIOD, a wider project in conjunction with the AROS Centre, Skye. We have…

Visit Lochhouse Tower, the former stronghold of the Johnstones, known for their fierce battles with the Maxwells. One such battle took place on 6th December 1693, when 800 Johnstones ambushed the panicked Maxwells as they tried to retreat. Lord…

The Willie Clarke Centre at Lochore Meadows Country Park is the hub of all activities within the park. We are keen that visitors are given the opportunity to appreciate the buildings setting in the park and its flexibility for use for a variety of…

St. John's Kirk was built in 1729, with a new clock purchased in 1731. Most of the church was demolished, when the present Parish Church was opened in 1808, leaving only the gable end. Inside, you can see the clock, the oldest public clock in…

Of course the walks and trails are always open to explore, this this is your special chance to climb to the lookout tower and enjoy the wildlife and stunning views over the loch and beyond.

Lochwinnoch Parish Church opened on 2nd October 1808. The building is octagonal in shape, built by "one Andrew from Kilbarchan" a Mason who went bankrupt during the construction. The church sits behind a high Doric porch, with classical…

This beautiful weatland is home to wigeons, whooper swans and more species of duck than you can imagine! Follow the woodland trails and be sure to take your binoculars with you for the viewing holes.

The lodberries were used by merchants for trading (both legal and often illegal goods!). Though most are gone, this A-listed lodberrie, dated from c. 1772, is a stunning example of the buildings that once lined the waterfront. Shetland’s most…

The lodge building was constructed during the 1920s, partly from materials from a row of demolished miners' houses that had stood on the canal bank nearby. At first it was owned by the local Unionist Association and put to general use as the…

Erected in 1905 this is the only purpose built Masonic Lodge in Highland Perthshire. The vaulted roof gives excellent acoustic properties.

One of the most beautiful Masonic Lodges in the area and part of Broughty History for over 150 years, many local men have joined over those years. The hall has been used by the public for many years for local functions and was used by the military…

Lodge Cadder Freestone's building was built to house the Masonic Lodge as well as a Social Club for Freemasons, their relatives and friends. This building was built by the members of the Lodge and was self financed.

Generally regarded as one of the finest Masonic premises anywhere in Scotland, "292" as it is popularly known opened in late 1909, although the roots of Freemasonry in Rothesay can be dated back to 1792.The major feature of the current building is…

A fine Georgian building built in 1797 that also houses a purpose-built Masonic Temple which is home to Lodge Scoon & Perth No.3, whose oldest document, dated 1658, shows that the Lodge was founded during the building of the Abbey at Scoon in the…

Lodge Seaforth was raised in 1897 and first met in what is now the Anderson Hotel. It moved two years later to the Old Academy building in Seaforth Place, remained there until 1943 when it took occupancy of the Chapter House in the Cathedral. The…

A two-storey building dating to the 1760s, with the Temple and a small museum on the first floor and committee room on the upper floor.

Purchased in the 1960's and converted to a Temple. The Lodge sits ina prominent position at the entrance to Neilston.

Now the oldest organisation in the town, the light of Masonry first shone in Barrhead in 1824. About this time, Barrhead was a mere collection of four different hamlets, Ralston, Dovecothall, Grahamston and West Arthurlie, names which are still known…

Scotland’s most exotic garden. Famed for its tender collections and warmed by the Gulf Stream, Logan is a showcase for colourful blooms throughout the season. Highlights include the three acre Walled Garden, renowned for its collection of South…

500 million year old greywacke rock, worked on by volcanic action and later ice ages, formed a blow hole at Logan which in Victorian times became used as a fish larder. Work to adapt the natural rock formation was completed in 1800, and live sea fish…

Mid 18C mansion with substantial mid 19C additions. Attractive wooden staircase and fine panelled library. Interesting plasterwork and spectacular views down to the Findhorn.Logie House Gardens newly re-opened following major restructuring and…

Dating from the 19th century, this Category A Listed schoolhouse is one of the most complete surviving examples of mudwall buildings in Scotland. In the past it was used as a school and a church, but it fell into disrepair and was ear-marked for…

Long Croft?is a catagory A, National Monuments house, built in 1901-1902 by a husband and wife couple, Alexander Paterson and Maggie Hamilton.?Husband and wife were part of the Glasgow boys and Glasgow girls group of painters, needle women,…

One of the largest wastewater pumping stations in Scotland, the Longman currently handles all Inverness sewage. The latter is screened through 6mm screens before discharge to the sea. It will shortly pump sewage to the new Allanfearn Works for…

Finlaggan, the centre of the Lordship of the Isles, an island settlement in the beautiful secluded Loch Finlaggan in the northeast corner of the Isle of Islay. Photospheres from a VR exhibit in the Finlaggan Visitor Centre.

Finlaggan, the centre of the Lordship of the Isles, an island settlement in the beautiful secluded Loch Finlaggan in the northeast corner of the Isle of Islay. Photospheres from a VR exhibit in the Finlaggan Visitor Centre.

Finlaggan, the centre of the Lordship of the Isles, an island settlement in the beautiful secluded Loch Finlaggan in the northeast corner of the Isle of Islay. Photospheres from a VR exhibit in the Finlaggan Visitor Centre.

Finlaggan, the centre of the Lordship of the Isles, an island settlement in the beautiful secluded Loch Finlaggan in the northeast corner of the Isle of Islay. Photospheres from a VR exhibit in the Finlaggan Visitor Centre.

Today Loch Finlaggan on Islay seems a peaceful backwater. Yet in the Middle Ages it was an important power base. The two islands of Eilean Mor (or Large Isle) and Eilean na Comhairle (or Council Isle) on Loch Finlaggan were the site of a major…

A rare opportunity to explore part of Loreburn Street Police Station where Officers will be on hand to answer questions and introduce visitors to a huge range of their activities. Built in 1938 by Dumfriesshire County Council, Loreburn Street serves…

Loretto Chapel was built in the 16C by Thomas Duthy or Doughty, 'a monk of the order of St Paul'. All that remain of the original building is a mound. The current striking chapel was built in 1893.

Lorn Macneal, Chartered Architects, have been established in the New Town for over 25 years with a varied portfolio of predominantly private client works. They have a great many past and present projects on display in their studio office, as well as…

Longrow Church was designed by John Burnet Snr. Currently known as Lorne & Lowland Church following several congregational amalgamations. The lighthouse-like 150' steeple dominates the town. Two stairways lead from the entrance to a classically…

Lossiemouth Baptist church was built on James Square in 1861. The simple exterior of the old church contrasts well with the modern extension , which incorporates the wall of the old church into its structure.

One of Morays most interesting heritage museums. It holds many fascinating artefacts. The museum also contains the reconstructed study of Ramsay MacDonald from his Lossiemouth home the 'Hillocks', and the original lighting machinery from Covesea…

Join members of the Lossiemouth Heritage Association for a ramble around Lossiemouth exploring some of its history and heritage.

From dinosaurs to herring smoking to smuggling. All the things you did not know about Lossie’s history with lots to see, share and enjoy.

Lossiemouth House is a B listed building and regarded as one of the oldest houses in Lossiemouth, being built in C. 1780. Being the property of Lady Gordon of Gordonstoun, the house has many original features including a central projecting circular…

Lossiemouth Public Library this year celebrates 110 years since its opening in 1904. This Carnegie funded building retains many of its original features, as well as being the oldest library building in Moray still in use as a library.

This is a B listed newly renovated community run Town Hall built in 1880. Please note only the ground floor of the Town Hall is fully accessible.

Opened in 2001 Lossiemouth Waste Water Treatment Works are Morays most modern water treatment facilities. This facility treats the waste of some 50,000 Moray residents.

LOST BUILDINGS TOUR - Many people may be familiar with names in the Burgh of Peebles like "East Wark", "Cunzie Neuk", "Chapel to the Virgin Mary" and "Kirsty Cranston's Dame School", but how many are aware of the impressive buildings, now lost which…

Built originally for the Industrial Exhibition of 1922, the category 'B' listed building was purchased to become the home of Edinburgh Corporation Transport?s bus fleet in 1926 then housing 108 vehicles including buses, char-a-bancs and city cars.…

The museum incorporates structures from the 17th to the 21st centuries and two grade A listed buildings. This is the oldest surviving building within Hamilton Burgh's former boundaries.

The Lower City Mills was designed by John Stewart in 1803 and built on the site of an earlier mill. It is one of three buildings that previously made up Perth's City Mills and is a rare survival of similar mills that once operated in all Scottish…

The Lucy Sanderson Cottages Homes were built as sheltered housing in a traditional Scots style using local stone. The houses were intended for retired mill-workers and were named after the wife of the mill owner James Sanderson. The hall, with tower…

The following site is worth a visit as you travel along Deeside, it is a Scheduled Ancient Monuments.The site is managed by Historic Scotland, access is free but the site is unmanned. This great earthwork of the 13th-century was the site of a…

A shoreline walk from the Lunderston Bay carpark near Gourock to Ardgowan Estate policies. Find out about the history of the Estate and woodland policies.

Stunning hill-top laird's house, built for Robert Hunter of Lunna, Chamberlain of the Lordship of Zetland. It has fine period interiors and detailing, with striking views. An armorial panel commemorates the 1707 marriage of Thomas Hunter and…

Designed by John Starforth, Architect in 1871 the interior has been altered twice in 1951 and 2002. The latest alterations involved removing the pews and the Sanctuary has become a 21st Century multi functional area. A beautiful stained glass window…

This Grade A listed building was designed by Sir Robert Rowand Anderson and opened for worship in 1893 replacing the 'tin tabernacle' on the same site. It contains fine examples of stained glass designed by Scottish artists William Wilson and Douglas…

First Church built in Scotland after the Reformation. Opened in 1591, moved to Seafield site, stone by stone, and reopened in 1928. Finest collection of Pre-Raphaelite Glass in Great Britain.

Here, by the side of a quiet lane in Eskdalemuir, you will find a small stone house housing a most unusual cottage industry.Two generations of the Chinnery family work here, breaking new ground in the traditional skills of gilding and woodcarving.…

Lyon & Turnbull is a privately owned international auction house based in Edinburgh. Founded in 1826, it is Scotland�s oldest and largest fine art auctioneers. The company�s Edinburgh HQ is based in a neoclassical building designed by Archibald…

The Museum Bus will be on site and open for Doors Open Day at Lochore Meadows Country Park and will have a Museum Exhibition on the recently opened Fife Pilgrim Way. https://www.onfife.com/museums-galleries/schools-and-groups/mac-fifes-mobile-museum

Originally built as Ladhope Free Church then used as an Arts Centre by the council before being reborn by the MacArts Trust as a performing venue for the central borders. The building lost its spire in the 1980s and is noticeable for the use of the…

McArthur's Store, or Spott's Girnell (granary) as it was first known, was first recorded in 1658 located on a spur of rock within the eastern harbour of Dunbar that had been established a few years earlier under Oliver Cromwell. Early charters…

The Macdonald Memorial by architect, James Sandford Kay, Glasgow and dated 1907 is a tall Scottish Baronial tower erected to the memory of Hector Macdonald, the son of a Black Isle crofter and a much respected man who had a brilliant and…

This building of stone and lime, with slated roof, was originally an oats mill.?

The parish church occupies a prominent position in the community of Macduff. On a hill overlooking the harbour, the building was opened in 1805. With its Italianate square tower, domed roof and cupola added in 1865, it was a landmark for boats…

This imposing structure was constructed to John Fowlie’s design by two experienced masons, Alexander Brown and Magnus Johnstone, between April 1921 and October 1922. The octagonal tower of rusticated and rock faced ashlar, all of Kemnay…

The War Memorial is a 70 foot high octagonal tower, with the names of the fallen cut into panels of Kemnay granite. Internally, the tower is divided into storeys with cement floors and a cement stair leading to the top. The work was carried out by 2…

On a hill overlooking the harbour, the building was opened in 1805.? With its Italianate square tower, domed roof and cupola added in 1865, it is a landmark for boats approaching the town.? A display of the life and work of the church and the…

This imposing structure was constructed to John Fowlie?s design by two experienced, and indeed elderly,?masons, Alexander Brown and Magnus Johnstone, between April 1921 and October 1922. The octagonal tower of rusticated and rock faced ashlar, all of…

A rare opportunity to explore part of Scotland's military history at the former RAF Machrihanish in Kintyre. The 1000 acre site boasting a 10,000ft runwayis operated by Machrihanish Airbase Community Company (MACC) it is home to around 50 private and…

Machrimore Oatmeal Mill replaced in 1799 an earlier mill dated to 1634. It continued working until c 1960 when in the process of conversion into a grain-drying operation all internal machinery was lost. Historic Scotland B listed it in 1971.…