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Ballone Castle was built in 1590 on the cliff edge above the raised beach, and has dramatic views out across the Moray Firth. The Dunbars from Morayshire built the original Z plan castle which was extended in 1623 by the MacKenzies to create a brew…

A harled, T-plan Kirk, the body built around 1750 with the north aisle added in 1833 by William McCandlish. The west gable has a pyramid-topped bellcote. The windows were given their present round-headed appearance in 1886. The interior is remarkable…

Visit this workshop in the beautiful Glenkens to discover how contemporary and traditional clogs are made by hand. Godfrey Smith has recently made clogs on commission for the National Museum of Scotland but also makes leather boots, shoes and…

The monument on Balmashanner Hill, known locally as “Bummie”, was built in 1920/1. A plaque above the entrance reads ‘Their name liveth for evermore. Erected in Memory of the men of Forfar and District who fell in the Great War 1914-18’. There’s also…

Balmore Water Treatment Plant is the largest treatment plant in Scotland. Opened as recently as 7th July 2000 by HRH The Duke of York, Balmore treats water from Loch Lomond for supply to parts of North Lanarkshire, the Falkirk and Grangemouth area,…

After many years of dereliction and close to the threat of demolition, Balnain House has been restored as a resource centre of Highland music. Originally built in 1726, it was the home of the Frasers of Balnain. It is an unusual survival of a regular…

A fine late-15th-century tower-house that underwent a luxurious makeover in the 16th century to become a courtyard palace. Built by the Murrays of Balvaird, who became the Earls of Mansfield, it was their principle seat until 1658 when they moved to…

Virtual tour created by Eye Revolution.Balvenie is a Speyside single-malt distillery which was founded in 1886 by William Grant. The first distillation took place on 1 May 1893. Balvenie is one of the only distilleries in Scotland with its own…

Balvenie is a Speyside single-malt distillery which was founded in 1886 by William Grant. The first distillation took place on 1 May 1893.
Balvenie is one of the only distilleries in Scotland with its own malting floor.
The distillery is located near…

Banchory Fire Station gave a chance for members of the public to see inside the station, view the equipment and meet station personnel who will be able to explain what the equipment is and what it is used for.

The church is built with pink and white granite from local quarries which belonged to Sir Robert Burnett. It is built in the early English style and is a category C listed building. It's principal feature is a tower 18 feet square rising to a height…

A traditional farm steading, adapted for use as a working brewery and distillery. No actual brewing will be taking place for safety reasons, but visitors wil see the whole brewing and distilling process, as well as try a small sample of beer fresh…

Bandodle House replaces a 200-year-old single storey croft hosue and is part of a larger scheme of managing 11.5 hectares of farmland to enhance biodiversity. The aim of the project ws to build a healthy, confortable home that left as low an…

This Georgian building by John Adam, was constructed on part of the site of the original medieval Castle, of which parts of two walls and a good length of the moat can be seen, north of the present building.Built for the Seafield family, it is a…

As it proclaims on its frontage, this was built as a "Wesleyan Methodist Chapel". Since 1932 it has simply been a Methodist Church. It is a stone-built structure in traditional style with a small spire. Unaltered externally, it has been developed…

Built in 1789, by Andrew Wilson architect and builder, with the tower added in 1849 by William Robertson. The chancel was added and interior altered in 1929. There is a small chapel at rear of church in 1994. The pulpit, font, communion table and…

This was built as the Commercial Bank, and banks had to look prosperous and built to last, to persuade people to put their money there, so this has all sorts of elaborate detail, bracketed architraves and a dentilled cornice. Some of the inside…

This was originally known as Wilson?s Academy, and combined the school with the predecessor of the present Banff Museum. This is a fine classical building, with horizontal lines. It is fronted by a wide pedimented portico of six Ionic columns. The…

This has a majestic classical Renaissance frontage, with Corinthian portico and balustraded viewing platform above, from which, till recently, proclamations were made.? The building has all the dignity of the law.? On this site was the house of Lady…

18th century U-plan town house, with distinctive 3-bay main frontage (facing west) with Venetian first floor window, and featuring a well-preserved, high ceilinged Drawing Room. The original house was built and occupied by George Robinson (1743 -…

Dating c.1676 this old merchant's house was once where multiple families shared lodgings.��

Allegedly built on, or near, the site of a Carmelite burial ground this �Gothic� structure, also known as the Fife Mausoleum, houses the remains of the first five Earls of Fife (starting 1705) and other Duff family members. Situated in an extremely…

Building which is a hub for the�ancient fellowship of the Freemasons.

One of the oldest clubs of its type in Scotland and dating from 1772, this impressive u-plan Town House of quality benefits from a wide stone cantilevered staircase rising up to the first floor landing.A large Venetian window spills light over an…

Roman Baroque head office, substantially by David Bryce from 1863, replacing sedate Adam-style villa of 1801 by Robert Reid and Richard Crichton. Magnificent views from the banking hall and upper floors to the New Town and Fife. Small Museum tells…

Bannockburn FK7 8EY Bannockburn House is Category A Listed and has survived largely unchanged since the 17th century, apart from a Victorian extension. After over 50 years of dormancy the house and surrounding gardens and grounds were bought by the…

The Bantaskine Boathouse on the Union Canal near Walker's bridge was built in 1991 for the Seagull Trust. The buff-coloured brick stands out against the sylvan and watery setting, with contrasting blue engineering brick margins. There are three…

Barclay Church was built in 1862-64 to the powerful Victorian Gothic design of Frederick Thomas Pilkington following an architectural competition. Heavily influenced by John Ruskin, Pilkington mixed northern medieval elements with those from Gothic…

Barfil Farm is a 144 hectare upland farm running traditional Galloway cattle, Blackface and Castlemilk Moorit sheep, pigs and hens. Maggie Gordon and Bob Lee have always been interested in conservation and as well as rare plants and native breeds of…

Barkly House is one of a number of merchant's houses in Cromarty, constructed at the end of the 18th / early 19th century. It stood roofless following a fire in the early 1980's and was on the Scottish Civic Trust's 'Buildings At Risk…

The new Barmulloch Residents' Centre opened in 2017 to provide flexible activity spaces to meet the needs and aspirations of local residents. Find out more about the building's innovative and sustainable design as a landmark community…

During WWII, Barnton Quarry was the home of the RAF sector operations centre for the Turnhouse Sector of 13 Group, RAF Fighter Command. From this building, Radar returns from German aircraft were triangulated and RAF fighter attacks were coordinated.…

Barochan House is a small mansion in private occupation. It was built some time before 1855 by the Duke of Argyll for the use of his local Factor. It is stone built and retains many original features including a stone staircase. The frontage is…

Your chance to visit the Baron’s Craig Hotel, an impressive Victorian period country house, which became a hotel 100 years ago. The Hotel is blessed with a dramatic location in the village of Rockcliffe and stands in wooded countryside, enjoying…

The Barony Colliery in Auchinleck was the last deep mine in Ayrshire. After closure, all that remained was the 'A' Frame, a unique and imposing 180 ft structure which has now been restored as a permanent reminder of the area's mining…

The Barony Chambers was originally the 'Old Town Hall' of the Burgh of Kirkintilloch. It replaced the ancient Tolbooth in 1815.

Architects Black & Salmon of Glasgow, 1844. Organ installed 1889. Fine stained glass. Now church for congregation of Barony St John's formed following union in 1987.

Barpa nam Feannag, ominously called ‘Cairn of the Hooded Crows’ in English, is both less accessible and less well known than Barpa Langass. Erskine Beveridge described it as ‘a long irregular mound of loose stones, lying approximately east and west’.…

Barpa nam Feannag, ominously called ‘Cairn of the Hooded Crows’ in English, is both less accessible and less well known than Barpa Langass. Erskine Beveridge described it as ‘a long irregular mound of loose stones, lying approximately east and west’.…

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Barra Berries Tours - The Life of a BerryA must for any foodie and fan of Barra Berries! This doors open day, Barra Berries open their poly-tunnels for guided tours and you'll be able to hear first hand the Barra Berries Story!Tour Length: 35…

BAaD is a venue, a studio, a retail space and creative hub - a multi-use creative industry units with an eclectic mix of tenants covering music, fashion, film and tech sectors. It has a unique arched roof indoor courtyard.

Just west of Newton Stewart is Barraer Farm, where for many decades Mr James Taylor and his wife Helen have farmed. James Taylor has also created a significant collection of agricultural implements from Galloway’s farming past and social…

Local community fire station serving Barrhead, Neilston and Uplawmoor communities. The station has 1 main building comprised of an appliance room, offices, kitchen and gymnasium. It also has a drill tower in the rear yard. The station has 1 fire…

Barrhead Men’s Shed is a place for all people to get out of their house and enjoy company. Activities include chatting with other members, reading books while enjoying a cup of tea/coffee, or taking part in other hobbies like woodwork, model making…

Developed by the Barrmill Conservation Group with garden walks and features of interest including a 19th century cholera pit the Deid Man's Plantin', traditional quoits pitch, history of Barrmill exhibition and an art project to celebrate 30 years of…

Vale Grove and Vale View (Beechgrove) Gardens created by the Barrmill Conservation Group, the Barrmill & District community Association and other volunteers, assisted by NAC Ranger Service. Features also include restored Dead Man's planting site…

Vale Grove and Vale View (Beechgrove) Gardens created by the Barrmill Conservation Group, the Barrmill & District Community Association and other volunteers, assisted by NAC Ranger Service.

Barr Soft Drinks has been making, moving, marketing and selling some of the UK’s best-loved soft drinks brands for over 140 years. The first Barr family soft drinks business was established in Falkirk in 1875 and was soon followed by a second family…

Peaceful Barry Mill might be a haven of tranquility now, but it was once the beating heart of a 19th-century rural community. The water-powered mill produced oatmeal and animal feed, as well as providing work for local people, right up until…

Barry Mill is a working Category A listed watermill in Barry, Angus in eastern Scotland. It is owned and operated by the National Trust for Scotland as an educational tourist attraction.

Barry Mill is a working Category A listed watermill in Barry, Angus in eastern Scotland. It is owned and operated by the National Trust for Scotland as an educational tourist attraction.

Barry Mill is a working Category A listed watermill in Barry, Angus in eastern Scotland. It is owned and operated by the National Trust for Scotland as an educational tourist attraction.

Barstobrick Visitor Centre and Galloway & Southern Ayrshire Biosphere 14 years ago, Barstobrick was upland grazing, but the Austin family have brought imagination and major changes which have created a welcoming Visitor Centre. Today visitors see…

Built by Dr John George Bartholomew as the Edinburgh Geographical Institute (H Ramsay Taylor) in 1911 but incorporating the Palladian portico (1824) from Falcon Hall in Morningside which had been the former Bartholomew family residence. Converted…

This A listed building was built in 1791 for General Sir Ralph Abercromby. It housed Tods Murray solicitors for nearly 150 years and is now occupied by Basil Paterson College, who are now in their 83rd year. The building retains many original…

At the Bayes Centre, world-leading data science and artificial intelligence teams are shaping a better future for everyone. Working with partners, we are a proving ground for data-driven innovation to solve real-world problems through scientific…

BBC Aberdeen was established in October 1923 as BBC Scotland's second centre.? The original Beechgrove House was demolished in July 2000 to make way for the current building.?

The Grade 'B' listed, two-storey Georgian townhouse (built circa 1830) was refurbished to provide additional office space, a news room and ALBA TV studio.

Let us convey you up braes and down memory Lane while you relax and enjoy the trip. Leaving from and returning to Gourock Station, you will hear about Gourock’s role in both World Wars, her long history, colourful characters, Neolithic connections…

Discover the heritage of Port Glasgow and Kilmacolm and view the regeneration of the area.The Tour will start at Church Street, Port Glasgow and is a Tour of contrasts – the old and the newIn Port Glasgow we start by visiting the Comet, the stones in…

Back by popular demand we are reviving this popular tour from the past!A local coach tour to visit many of Greenock’s wonderful attractions.

The Beach Ballroom is celebrating its 90th year. Holding a place in the hearts of many Aberdonians since it was built in 1929, the Beach Ballroom has seen many changes ? not only to its interior but also with regards to events. Today, dance…

Next door to the Beach Ball Room.

Originally called Banchory House it is in exactly the same style as Smith`s earlier extensions to Balmoral Castle and which earned him the nickname 'Tudor Johnny'. The house has associations with Prince Albert and in the late 19C it was the…

Staff will be on hand at this hidden delight of a building and extensive grounds to provide information on the campus and the activities that they provide. Beannachar occupies the former ‘Banchory House’, extended and re-designed in 1837 by…

Now home to Dalmuir Park Housing Association. Internal design by Glasgow Architect Miles Gibson. Currently houses a collection of work by local artist Tom McKendrick.

New purpose built school building, completed in 2009, on the site of former St Andrew's (Notre Dame) College. Building may be new but the school celebrates its centenary this year. The original school (Now Bearsden Primary School) is at Bearsden…

Bearsden Baptist Church was originally Maxholme House (1872) and is part of the Antonine Wall (UNESCO world heritage site), the church is situated near to the site of the Roman Baths. Working with the Antonine Wall project to develop this area, the…

1863 saw the opening of the railway to Milngavie. The only intermediate station on the branch at the time was given the name 'Bearsden'. The walk takes in some of the earliest parts of the area which expanded to form the town we know today.

Bearsden Hub opened in 2016. The building houses a library, archive stores, community halls and council offices.This Year come and join us for a display of archives and local studies material with a house history theme, plus get advice on tracing the…

Bearsden Primary school is a blonde sandstone building situated at Bearsden Cross. The building, which was opened in August 1911 was originallly known as New Kilpatrick Higher Grade School. In 1919 it became Bearsden Academy and in 1958 Bearsden…

The Roman Bath House at Roman Road, Bearsden is the most outstanding Roman building to be seen above ground in the whole of Scotland. It contains remains of the full range of facilities to be found in a conventional Roman bath house, comprising…

Built as a Free Church. Particularly imposing tower made even more dramatic by the open upper stage below the spire. Very fine stained glass.

Built 1807-10 to replace Auld Kirk, extended in 1885. 'Heritor' Gothic T-plan church with prominent tall five-stage tower. Interior woodwork of note by craftsmen employed in local furniture industry. Imposing organ, and stained glass by Gordon…

On site of original parish church. A church was built c.1590 with later 18th century extensions. The 1590 church was demolished in 1810-11 when a new church was built up the hill. Part of the 18th century extensions and belfry were retained with the…

Mr and Mrs Dickson lived in an old, draughty property in Beith for over 30 years before deciding to demolish it and rebuild a brand new air-tight and energy efficient home. The property will be 3 years old this October and throughout the project, the…

Classic Georgian building with attractive belfry, funded by public subscriptions and opened 1817 to replace earlier building. Ground floor reopened by Beith Cultural and Heritage Society April 2011 as an Information and Heritage Centre.Exhibition:…

Former UP church by Robert Baldie, 1883 with graceful 80ft octagonal tower. After a fire in 1917 it was rebuilt and extended in 1926. It returned to the Church of Scotland in 1929. Following the union of June 2011, it is due to close at a later date.…

Built 1816 with churchyard to replace 1761 bulding on a different site, re-built 1910, became Roman Catholic place of worship 1921.

Site of locally endowed advanced school designed by James Sellars, opened 1888 and demolished in 1984. The landscaped grounds were laid out by the Earl of Eglinton's head gardener.Since 2010 grounds have been sensitively restored by Friends of Spiers…

Site of locally endowed advanced school designed by James Sellars, opened 1888 and demolished in 1984. The landscaped grounds were laid out by the Earl of Eglinton's head gardener. Since 2010, grounds sensitively restored by Friends of Spiers/Spiers…

Former brewery Belhaven House was until recently, vacant and considered one of Perth’s most ‘at risk’ buildings. Now re-energised, it is a bright and welcoming space for those attending Children’s Hearings.

Bellahouston Demonstration Garden is a unique resource within the Glasgow City Council Allotment portfolio where educational establishments and specific needs groups can participate in delivering outdoor learning experiences and horticulture therapy…

The garden is a unique place for schools, groups and the wider community to learn and grow. Discover how this safe and secure walled garden setting is improving health and participation as well as providing locally-grown seasonal produce. This is a…

After the first successful urban community right to buy campaign, Action Porty reopened the former Portobello Old Parish Church in June 2018 as Bellfield, a new community hub for Portobello just steps from the sea. Constructed in 1809 to designs by…

Listed Category A. 1798 John Baxter Edinburgh. Pedimented, porticoed classical church dominating The Square, replacing the old Bellie Parish church at Roman Camp. Restrained galleried interior mainly lit by clear glass. Alterations in the 1880's…

Find out about life in a busy fire station with tours of the fire station and fire engines and information on rescue techniques. Meet the fire service personnel and find out about fire safety.Please note: fire engines may be unavailable at times as…

Originally the Bothwell Parish Chambers, the building was constructed in 1908 to a Mackintosh-influenced design by John Gibb Morton of 121 St Vincent Street, Glasgow.

Built in 1896 as Aberdeen's Trades Hall the first film was shown in this building two years after it was built. It became a permanent cinema in 1910 as the Coliseum and was renamed the New Kinema in 1921. It became the Belmont Cinema after a…

Classical Georgian mansion with all the design features expected of the finest houses of its period. The symmetrical frontage, quadrant walls, twin pavilions and formally laid out gardens, are all unique in the Northern Isles. Internally much of the…

Belville Community Garden is an urban greenspace loved by the local residents, offering community growing opportunities with an award winning biodiversity garden.

Rising from the east shore of Loch Lomond to a height of 974m (3,193ft), Ben Lomond offers exhilarating walking and spectacular views across Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park. The Trust cares for almost 22km2 of land here, including the…

Rising from the east shore of Loch Lomond to a height of 974m (3,193ft), Ben Lomond offers exhilarating walking and spectacular views across Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park. The Trust cares for almost 22km2 of land here, including the…

It was in 1893 when the Grantown branches of the YMCA and TWCA decided to build a suitable hall for the various meetings of both associations. by 1896 the fund had only reached £800 and it was decided to broaden the appeal and persuade the people of…

This site has a long history of religious use. Little is known of the early churches; the first substantial building was erected in the 13th century. The current church is built on a promontory, bordered by a stream; a site typical of early churches.…