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The Briggait was the city�s fish market for over 100 years, and incorporates the Merchant�s Steeple, one of the few remaining parts of Medieval Glasgow. Category A listed, it is now home to 80 artists and cultural organisations, as well as events and…

The world's oldest surviving music hall in the heart of Glasgow's Merchant City where Stan Laurel made his debut in 1906. It has an incredible, quirky, and in some cases downright disgusting past.Opened in 1857, The Britannia Panopticon Music Hall…

Broadwood, one of NL Leisure’s larger venues, is a hub of sporting activity and has classes, sports and programmes for all the family.A modern gym houses top of the range resistance and cardiovascular equipment and a spin-fit studio. A multi-purpose…

Broadwood Stadium, home of Clyde FC, Cumbernauld Colts FC, and Scottish Rugby’s Regional Academy, is Centre Piece of North Lanarkshire Leisure’s Broadwood Sports Hub, catering for over 20 sports and activities and over ¾ million visits a year.Here at…

The quintessential Victorian ‘Highland’ estate, Brodick Castle, Garden & Country Park on the Isle of Arran is the perfect place for a family day out. Dramatically set against the backdrop of Goatfell mountain, the grand red sandstone Scottish…

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

19th-century baronial castle featuring period furniture & art, plus formal gardens & a country park

Celebrated tower house with Scottish baronial additions. A substantial mansion dating variously from 1567 to 1852. Built originally by Alexander 12th Baron of Brodie who was descended from Malcolm, Thane of Brodie, d 1285. The substantial additions…

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 regular television broadcasts. See the new sanctuary within a sanctuary and welcoming entrance…

Fascinating category A listed house circa 1820, gothic in style with classical and Moorish detailing. Crenallated ‘observatory’ tower. Works to safeguard the buildings are to start soon. You may also like to visit Fetlar Interpretative Centre where…

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 Quick Fire Costal Defence guns on the Ramparts above.Visitor are advised that due to the historic nature…

Overlooking the Peeblesshire hills close to Biggar, Brownsbank Cottage was the home of writer Hugh MacDiarmid.The original interior was restored just as MacDiarmid had left it and contains numerous portraits and photographs of MacDiarmid and a unique…

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 of Brunton Wireworks. The Theatre was re-launched in 1997 following extensive refurbishment with…

These two churches frame the historic space known locally as �The Causey�. Buccleuch and Greyfriars, C listed and dating from 1856, dominates the area with its towering steeple. By J, WH & JM Hay, who also built Augustines on George IV Bridge.…

Come to Langholm to experience Dumfriesshire’s newest venue! Situated on Telford Street in Langholm, the handsomely 21st century Buccleuch Centre seems to sit well with its 19th century neighbours, and is offering an eclectic and high quality…

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 Buchan, 1st Baron Tweedsmuir, prolific novelist, politician, army officer and diplomat. A plaque…

The Park area mansions were 'the place to live' in the 1850s. This stunning A-listed building has innumerable original features. Originally the private residence of David Hutcheson, founder of Calmac, it has been home to Buchanan Bridge Club since…

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 interior is elegantly simple with beautiful wooden beams and panelling.Listed Category B.

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 formerly Bonnington Primary School, which opened in 1877. It is currently serving as Edinburgh's Gaelic…

Late 17C. Laird's House, extended 19-20C. Category B Listed. Fine period interiors and prominent coastal position. Combine with visit to Saxa Vord radar Station (No.1).

Discover thousands of years of history around the Pictish Fort site including the Well, and Burghead Harbour.

Can 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 the biggest Pictish fort.

Within Burgie Estate a wonderful Woodland Garden is currently being developed. The garden started in 2008 and is zoned into geographical areas and species types, including, Lime collection, Chile Bank, Asia Bank, and a Japanese…

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 bandstand and drinking fountain.

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 father, and restored by the Trustees of the Burns Monument. Museum with Burns manuscripts and…

A four-star visitor attraction. Creating cured and smoked foods, par excellence, by reviving the traditional, artisan techniques of yesteryear. Artists Vanessa Lawrence and Don Smith present.

During his three years living at Ellisland Farm, Robert Burns frequently walked beside the Nith upstream to Friars Carse. Once the family home of Captain Riddell, a friend and patron of Burns, this handsome country house is now a hotel. It is…

Robert Burns?and Jean Armour lived here for a few months?in 1788.?? The recently refurbished museum displays?Burns' manuscripts and memorabilia.?

This prominent monument on the slopes of Calton Hill commemorates poet Robert Burns. Monuments in this style were built in ancient Athens to celebrate the poetic arts, and was designed by Thomas Hamilton to house a statue of the bard by sculptor John…

Winning the commission for the Burns Monument was a vital stage in Hamilton's career. The Monument incorporates elements from ancient Greek architeture. On the base, whose three sides face the three divisions of Ayrshire, rise nine columns,…

Greenock, home of the Mother Club, has many connections with Mary Campbell & Robert Burns. A tour took place to visit locations with links to Burns and will be interspersed with songs and poetry from members of the Mother Club.

"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 westwards to the iconic Forth Bridge. Exhibition examines their character, rich natural heritage…

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 the Bible' because King James VI of Scotland held the General Assembly here in May 1601 where he…

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 of the greatest ever created by one person, comprising over 8000 objects.�

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 a unique , all day tour which explores the objects, places and stories associated with the Antonine…

Recently completed new infill building reinstating the earlier street line to Horesmarket and Woodmarket. The ground floor provides new public toilets and bus shelters with five new offices on the upper floors. The building is deliberately…

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. Situated on the shores of Busta Voe on the outskirts of the village of Brae, now serving as a three…

The Byre Theatre was founded in 1933 and the current building was designed by award-winning architects Nicoll Russell Studios of Broughty Ferry, opening in 2001. With an auditorium and studio the Byre hosts around 800 events every year including…

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 McLellan and others. The graveyard includes a mort safe & watch-hut to discourage grave…

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 now on form part of the Frontiers of the Roman Empire World Heritage site.

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 listed building. It has served the residents of Hamilton as a parish Church for over 140 years and…

Site 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

A Collaborative project between Open Virtual Worlds, research team within the School of Computer Science, University of St Andrews and Timespan. Virtual Reconstruction and Film: Sarah Kennedy Digital Curation, Archaeological Research and…

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 years.

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 years.

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 opened in March 2012, as a Community Cafe run by volunteers. It is a project of Forward Coupar Angus,…

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, Radiohead, Bjork, The Proclaimers, Stereophonics to name but a few. See behind the scenes of Dundee’s…

Our nearly 250 year old farm has been considerately converted into a craft award winning winery that produces delicious fruity concoctions from local berries, leaves and blossoms.Take a free tour and enjoy your free glass of wine to celebrate DOD’s…

Situated on the East Entrance to the village, Cairneyhill Church (1752) has served its congregation through various splits and unions until becoming part of the Church of Scotland in 1929. A simple building structure with the pulpit on the long wall…

Generously proportioned and recently refurbished, the Hall was the venue of last year's award winning Tea in the Park.

Visit International land artist Andy Goldsworthy’s iconic red sandstone Striding Arches. Walkers will enjoy climbing to the arches on the surrounding hilltops in order to experience how the arches interact with the landscape, whilst everyone can…

Take the opportunity to explore the heritage of workers living in prehistory in the company of professional archaeologist Dr Jane Murray.

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 by air raids. Two secret alternative ports were constructed for emergency use. One was at Gairloch…

Although basically a traditional church design with much gothic detailing including tracery and trefoils, JB Wilson's design is consistent with other work of that date and includes Arts and Crafts and Scottish Art Nouveau influences.Its dominant…

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 site. Click on the "portals" to change scene. If using PC or Laptop, double click on the tour window…

Caithness Horizons Museum and Art Gallery is home to many permanent and temporary displays. The museum covers The Pictus, Vikings, the Dounreay Nuclear Research Establishment and our latest display - the Flow Country. Thurso Town Hall has been…

The B listed gothic church with spire and rose window was designed by Hugh McLure in 1870.

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 space for the local community and artists. Attend �The Happenstance� exhibition or simply come and have…

Opened in 1869, this is a remarkable survival of a small Victorian brewery, still retaining much of its original equipment, including the only direct-fired open coppers still operating in Britain. New visitors centre and cellars provided after a fire…

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 located in the oldest part of the house. When the Forbes family was in residence it was used as a…

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 dogs was not a nuisance. Callendar Wood is now cared for by the Forestry Commission Scotland.

The Grade B listed ‘Cally Gardens’ of today were built 1765-1770 as the walled kitchen garden for Cally House, near Gatehouse of Fleet, Kirkcudbrightshire. Over 1 hectare in size, the area is enclosed by brick walls up to 15ft in height, and would…

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’ marks!

A rare chance to visit an operational fire station.

The Camera Obscura, one of only three working Camera Obscuras in Scotland, is located within the Cricket Pavilion which stands on Kirrie Hill and which was gifted to the town of Kirriemuir by Sir JM Barrie in 1930.Providing views over Strathmore to…

The bunkhouse opened in 2012 following the repair and conservation of the Old Schoolhouse, a Grade B listed building. The repair project was developed and delivered by the Kintyre Amenity Trust in partnership with Argyll and Bute Council and HIE.…

Within original walled garden contemporary with the house Auchinlee (1886). The neglected garden was remodelled in 2002 with volunteer labour as a community working organic garden, featuring fruit trees, vegetables, soft fruits and sensory and herb…

Campbeltown Museum is housed in the magnificent Burnet Building designed by architect John James Burnet. The bas-relief sculptures on the exterior illustrate the industry of Kintyre including ship-building, distilling and mining. This story continues…

Designed by Thomas Brown, an Edinburgh architect, and completed in 1847 as the Prison; altered in 1871. Now Campbeltown Police Station. Further alterations were completed in April 2002, and an extension will be built commencing in October 2003.

South Kintyre Development Trust (SKDT) are delighted to announce that the newly refurbished Campbeltown Town Hall will be included in this year's programme.A true example of community empowerment, SKDT secured the future of this magnificent, B listed…

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 species of tree across the 400 acre area. It is noteworthy as the origin of the Camperdown Elm,…

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 species of tree across the 400 acre area.
It is noteworthy as the origin of the Camperdown Elm,…

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 innovative building, and enjoy the stunning views from the private roof garden.A fantastic…

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 South West Scotland's finest collection of traditional and reproduction furniture in both solid…

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 now by the community for the community, it is increasingly busy and currently used for parties,…

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 of Sleat, in the Highland Council area. It lies close to the village of Isleornsay and the island of…

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 of Sleat, in the Highland Council area. It lies close to the village of Isleornsay and the island of…

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 of Sleat, in the Highland Council area. It lies close to the village of Isleornsay and the island of…

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 both internally and externally, Voyager can comfortably carry 45 passengers for trips and…

Canal trips will be provided by the Forth & Clyde Canal Society, from the landing stage at Townhead, Kirkintillochthroughout Doors Open Day.

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 advice of the authorities, RBS has had to withdraw due to security risks.Whilst it is unfortunate…

Home to Cancer Support Scotland, a beautifully restored arts and crafts styled Sir John James Burnet building built in 1904 formally as the Royal Gartnavel Chapel. A bright, welcoming space with a relaxing atmosphere.����Mon�Sat, 10am�4pm. Sat�Sun…

Can learn about the sport of archery and how it was used other than for hunting.

Canongate Kirk, The Kirk of Holyroodhouse and Edinburgh Castle, was founded in 1688.� The architecturally unique design is by James Smith, with aisles and a cruciform plan.� The finely built ashlar fa�ade is in a Dutch architectural style and the…

Canongate Kirk, The Kirk of Holyroodhouse and Edinburgh Castle, was founded in 1688. The architecturally unique design is by James Smith, with aisles and a cruciform plan. The finely built ashlar fa?ade is in a Dutch architectural style and the…

The graveyard of the Royal Kirk was established in 1687 and provides glorious views of Calton Hill. Famous people buried here include the economist Adam Smith, the poet Robert Ferguson and Robert Hurd, a 20th century pioneer of conservation…

Capenoch House is a mid 19th century mansion designed by David Bryce in Scottish Baronial style. It boasts a handsome stone mullioned conservatory and has been protected in the hands of the Gladstone family for almost 160 years. The building has been…

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 Beveridge noted that it was ‘greatly dilapidated’ at this end, since it had been used as a quarry by…

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 Beveridge noted that it was ‘greatly dilapidated’ at this end, since it had been used as a quarry by…

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 historic site where Mary, Queen of Scots was confronted by the Confederate Lords after the battle of…

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 as cities become more congested and restrictive. In Scandinavian countries ‘huts’ exist in hundreds…

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 new church was built in 1644 and replaced in 1827 by the church which destroyed by a bomb in May…

Severe Gothic style, tracery on gable. Stained glass windows by Sadie McLellan (1972), embroidered Panels by Hannah Frew Paterson (1981), woven silk hangings by Sarah Sumsion (1990) and engraved glass by John Lawrie (1992). Peal of six bells, five…