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Carmyllie Church was refurbished in 1874 although the present building dates back to 1609. Its most famous minister was Rev Patrick Bell who invented…
Carmyllie church is in its 528th year on this site and is a beautiful church with spectacular stained glass windows.It also has a rich history with…
Boasting many fine gothic style features and stained-glass windows, the building is situated in the approximate area of the medieval Carmelite Friary.…
The Municipal Carillon of Aberdeen is in the tower of St Nicholas Church and is the largest in the British Isles. There are 48 bells, making up four…
Severe Gothic style, tracery on gable. Stained glass windows by Sadie McLellan (1972), embroidered Panels by Hannah Frew Paterson (1981), woven silk…
A medieval church existed in Cardross since 1226 and in 1329 the body of Robert the Bruce was brought there, before its burial in Dunfermline Abbey. A…
The lure of the countryside and all that it offers satisfies a deep human urge to touch nature. ‘Hutting’ is a worldwide phenomenon, increasing yearly…
Local history expert Alan Stephens will lead a walk around the recently-created Queen Mary's Mount trail on Carberry Hill. This will include the…
Caravat Barp is another example of a ‘Long Cairn’, 165’ overall, with some evidence remaining of a wide ‘horned’ entrance at the East end. Erskine…
Caravat BarpCaravat Barp is another example of a ‘Long Cairn’, 165’ overall, with some evidence remaining of a wide ‘horned’ entrance at the East end. Erskine…
Capenoch House is a mid 19th century mansion designed by David Bryce in Scottish Baronial style. It boasts a handsome stone mullioned conservatory and…
The graveyard of the Royal Kirk was established in 1687 and provides glorious views of Calton Hill. Famous people buried here include the economist…
Canongate Kirk, The Kirk of Holyroodhouse and Edinburgh Castle, was founded in 1688. The architecturally unique design is by James Smith, with aisles…
Canongate Kirk, The Kirk of Holyroodhouse and Edinburgh Castle, was founded in 1688.� The architecturally unique design is by James Smith, with aisles…
Can learn about the sport of archery and how it was used other than for hunting.
Home to Cancer Support Scotland, a beautifully restored arts and crafts styled Sir John James Burnet building built in 1904 formally as the Royal…
Edinburgh Doors Open Day were very pleased to have had the RBS Gogarburn Campus on the programme for the first time this year, however acting on the…
Canal trips will be provided by the Forth & Clyde Canal Society, from the landing stage at Townhead, Kirkintillochthroughout Doors Open Day.
Voyager, the biggest of the society boats, was launched into the Forth and Clyde Canal at the Hillhead Basin, Kirkintilloch in June 2005. Being larger…
CamuscrossCamuscross is a small crofting township on the Isle of Skye in Scotland. Camuscross is situated on Camus Croise bay, on the west shore of the Sound…
CamuscrossCamuscross is a small crofting township on the Isle of Skye in Scotland. Camuscross is situated on Camus Croise bay, on the west shore of the Sound…
Camuscross is a small crofting township on the Isle of Skye in Scotland. Camuscross is situated on Camus Croise bay, on the west shore of the Sound…
Campsie Memorial Hall was built using money raised by the Community of Lennoxtown in 1866. The building has a large hall and a much smaller hall. Run…
Cample Mill is an early nineteenth century B listed woolen mill on the banks of the river Cample. Originally used for weaving blankets, it now houses…
A rare opportunity to see this unique 'Glasgow'-style tenement built in 1906, and the first to be built with fireproofing. Learn about the history of…
This 19th century mansion is a category A listed building whose grounds make up Camperdown Park.
The park hosts a wildlife centre with close to 200…
Camperdown HouseThis 19th century mansion is a category A listed building whose grounds make up Camperdown Park. The park hosts a wildlife centre with close to 200…
South Kintyre Development Trust (SKDT) are delighted to announce that the newly refurbished Campbeltown Town Hall will be included in this year's…
Designed by Thomas Brown, an Edinburgh architect, and completed in 1847 as the Prison; altered in 1871. Now Campbeltown Police Station. Further…
Campbeltown Museum is housed in the magnificent Burnet Building designed by architect John James Burnet. The bas-relief sculptures on the exterior…
Within original walled garden contemporary with the house Auchinlee (1886). The neglected garden was remodelled in 2002 with volunteer labour as a…
The bunkhouse opened in 2012 following the repair and conservation of the Old Schoolhouse, a Grade B listed building. The repair project was developed…
The Camera Obscura, one of only three working Camera Obscuras in Scotland, is located within the Cricket Pavilion which stands on Kirrie Hill and…
A rare chance to visit an operational fire station.
Cambuskenneth, FK9 5NH A rare chance to have a guided tour of the tower’s interior: from Pictish logboats to 17th century snipers and secret masons’…
The Grade B listed ‘Cally Gardens’ of today were built 1765-1770 as the walled kitchen garden for Cally House, near Gatehouse of Fleet,…
Built around 1840, the Callendar House Kennels building is situated in Callendar Wood, some distance from the big house so that the noise from barking…
In the west wing of Callendar House lies the Searchroom for Falkirk Archives, containing collections relating to the Falkirk area and its people.It is…
Opened in 1869, this is a remarkable survival of a small Victorian brewery, still retaining much of its original equipment, including the only…
This is a striking �Greek� Thomson church which was burnt out in 1965.During Doors Open Days, explore 'freespace', activated by WAVE particle as a…
The B listed gothic church with spire and rose window was designed by Hugh McLure in 1870.
Caithness Horizons Museum and Art Gallery is home to many permanent and temporary displays. The museum covers The Pictus, Vikings, the Dounreay…
How to use: Scroll around each scene using your mouse or by moving your smart phone. Look for interactive links to photos and information about the…
Although basically a traditional church design with much gothic detailing including tracery and trefoils, JB Wilson's design is consistent with other…
By June 1940 most of the ports in southern England were closed to ocean-going ships and Liverpool and Glasgow, the tow main military ports, threatened…
Take the opportunity to explore the heritage of workers living in prehistory in the company of professional archaeologist Dr Jane Murray.
Visit International land artist Andy Goldsworthy’s iconic red sandstone Striding Arches. Walkers will enjoy climbing to the arches on the surrounding…
Generously proportioned and recently refurbished, the Hall was the venue of last year's award winning Tea in the Park.
Situated on the East Entrance to the village, Cairneyhill Church (1752) has served its congregation through various splits and unions until becoming…
Our nearly 250 year old farm has been considerately converted into a craft award winning winery that produces delicious fruity concoctions from local…
Step on the Stage where so many stars have appeared. From Elton John, David Bowie, The Cure, Frank Sinatra, The Beatles and the Rolling Stones,…
Cafe Isla is situated in the 'Y' building opposite the Bank of Scotland in Union Street. This is the centre of Youth activities in the town.The Cafe…
Caen TownshipA former highland township. After the highland clearances 200 years ago just a few stones leave evidence of where life had been lived for thousands of…
A former highland township. After the highland clearances 200 years ago just a few stones leave evidence of where life had been lived for thousands of…
Caen Longhouse SettlementA Collaborative project between Open Virtual Worlds, research team within the School of Computer Science, University of St Andrews and…
Caen - A Highland Township
CaenSite of Caen Highland Township, vacated as part of the 19th Century highland clearances
Site of Caen Highland Township, vacated as part of the 19th Century highland clearances
Constructed in 1876 to meet the demands of a growing mining community, Cadzow Parish Church is now recognised by Historic Scotland as a Category B…
The site of the Antonine Wall Fort of Cadder.?The Antonine Wall (built by the Romans across central Scotland during the second century AD) will from…
For over 900 years, there has been a church on this site. The present mid-19th century building contains wonderful stained glass by Alf Webster, Sadie…
The Byre Theatre was founded in 1933 and the current building was designed by award-winning architects Nicoll Russell Studios of Broughty Ferry,…
Originally a 16th century lairds house, Busta House is a former lairds house dating from 1714 with additions in the late 18th century, 1980 and 1983.…
Recently completed new infill building reinstating the earlier street line to Horesmarket and Woodmarket. The ground floor provides new public toilets…
Meeting Point: Outside the City Chambers The most Northern of the Roman Frontiers the Antonine Wall stretches from east to West Scotland. This tour is…
Set in the heart of Pollok Country Park, this award-winning building houses a unique collection in a beautiful woodland setting. The collection is one…
Built between 1592-1595, this is the oldest post reformation church still in use in Scotland. Burntisland Parish Church is also known as the 'Kirk of…
"Island Jewels of the Forth" - an island hopping tour which shines a spotlight on the now mainly deserted islands from Bass Rock at mouth of the Forth…
Greenock, home of the Mother Club, has many connections with Mary Campbell & Robert Burns. A tour took place to visit locations with links to…
Winning the commission for the Burns Monument was a vital stage in Hamilton's career. The Monument incorporates elements from ancient Greek…
This prominent monument on the slopes of Calton Hill commemorates poet Robert Burns. Monuments in this style were built in ancient Athens to celebrate…
Robert Burns?and Jean Armour lived here for a few months?in 1788.?? The recently refurbished museum displays?Burns' manuscripts and memorabilia.?
During his three years living at Ellisland Farm, Robert Burns frequently walked beside the Nith upstream to Friars Carse. Once the family home of…
A four-star visitor attraction. Creating cured and smoked foods, par excellence, by reviving the traditional, artisan techniques of yesteryear.…
The "auld cley biggin" where Scotland's national poet was born in 1759. The traditional thatched but-and-ben was built by William Burnes, the poet's…
Burngreen Park has been at the heart of Kilsyth for a century. Opening in 1910 the Park has recently been refurbished including the cast iron…
Within Burgie Estate a wonderful Woodland Garden is currently being developed. The garden started in 2008 and is zoned into geographical areas and…
Burghead Visitor Centre TourCan you spot the Moray Firth dolphins from the visitor centre, which is within the old Coastguard lookout building? The building is on top of what was…
Discover thousands of years of history around the Pictish Fort site including the Well, and Burghead Harbour.
Late 17C. Laird's House, extended 19-20C. Category B Listed. Fine period interiors and prominent coastal position. Combine with visit to Saxa Vord…
Designed by James Simpson in 1875 with additions signed and dated George Craig in 1907, this large 2-storey T-plan school with gothic details was…
Designed by architect Duncan Macmillan in 1878 this church, with its imposing tower topped by a finial crown, has changed little over the years.The…
The Park area mansions were 'the place to live' in the 1850s. This stunning A-listed building has innumerable original features. Originally the…
C-listed double villa dating from the mid -19th century. No. 20 was the former manse of the Knox Free Church and was the birthplace in 1875 of John…
Come to Langholm to experience Dumfriesshire’s newest venue! Situated on Telford Street in Langholm, the handsomely 21st century Buccleuch…
These two churches frame the historic space known locally as �The Causey�. Buccleuch and Greyfriars, C listed and dating from 1856, dominates the area…
Officially opened on 23 June 1971 by Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother. Funding for the building was a bequest by Mr John D Brunton, son of the founder…
Overlooking the Peeblesshire hills close to Biggar, Brownsbank Cottage was the home of writer Hugh MacDiarmid.The original interior was restored just…
A rare chance to explore the underground ammunition magazine at Broughty castle. Shells and cartridges were once stored here to feed the 4.7 inch…
Fascinating category A listed house circa 1820, gothic in style with classical and Moorish detailing. Crenallated ‘observatory’ tower. Works to…
At the centre of the local community for over 100 years, this stately church recently reached a wider audience in the film Sunshine on Leith and…
Celebrated tower house with Scottish baronial additions. A substantial mansion dating variously from 1567 to 1852. Built originally by Alexander 12th…
Brodick Castle19th-century baronial castle featuring period furniture & art, plus formal gardens & a country park
19th-century baronial castle featuring period furniture & art, plus formal gardens & a country park
19th-century baronial castle featuring period furniture & art, plus formal gardens & a country park
Brodick CastleThe quintessential Victorian ‘Highland’ estate, Brodick Castle, Garden & Country Park on the Isle of Arran is the perfect place for a family day…