Dundee Museum of Transport opened on Market Street in April 2014 after three years of building renovation and preparation. The Museum has a fantastic collection of vehicles and models and a growing collection of local transport-related objects for visitors to enjoy.

Guided tours will be provided of Dundee Museum of Transport by the museum’s team of enthusiastic volunteers. Find out about the spectacular Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Dundee’s Last Horse-Drawn Tram and other interesting objects from this growing transport collection.

]]> Founded in about 1190 it is the Parish Church for the City of Dundee hosting Civic Services such as the Kirkin’ of the Council, Guildry Services and the Civic Remembrance Day Service. It boasts a fully detailed Black Watch War Memorial and Merchant Seamen’s Memorial as well as several olther Memorials. It incorporates many outstanding examples of stained glass including the splendid East window gifted in 1897 designed by Sir Edward Burne-Jones and executed by Wiliam Morris. The Church’s long connection with High School of Dundee is reflected in a more modern stained glass window situated in the Huntingdon Aisle at the back of the Church.

]]> Dundee Sheriff Court building is an imposing listed building designed in 1833 by Edinburgh architect George Angus and completed in 1863 by William Scott. It was extensively renovated in 1996 and officially opened by the Princess Royal in 1997.

This year, guided tours of the building will take in the historic Court 1, meet custody officers in the court cells and an opportunity for children to try on wigs and gowns, and sit on the bench.

]]> War and romance, smuggling and heroism, tales of the supernatural and more - Royal Dundonald Castle is one of Scotland's fascinating treasures. Home to Scots King Robert II, grandson of Robert the Bruce, this is where the formidable Stewart dynasty was born. Visit this 14th century castle, its ancient hilltop and surrounding woodlands and discover its 2000 year past.

]]> Traditional stone church of 1804 on site of two earlier buildings. Fine pre-Raphaelite stained glass, including windows by Henry Dearle, Edward Burne-Jones, William Morris, Philip Webb and Gordon Webster.

Pipe Organ 1906 by Norman and Beard. Artefacts illustrating church history. Tidy graveyard with some interesting stones.

]]> Edwardian Baroque C Listed Building (George Beattie & Son 1888) with Masonic Temple on first floor and hall on second floor. Originally the meeting place of two embryonic church congregations (South Morningside Free Church then Episcopalians), it later served the need of many Morningside organisations.� The last of these was The Morningside Unionist Club until 1926, when the halls were purchased by Lodge Dunedin. Currently four Masonic Lodges meet here, and The Morningside School of Dance uses the building on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

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]]> Dunfermline Sheriff Court and Justice of the Peace Court is one of 39 Sheriff Courts in Scotland. The modern building sits on Carnegie Drive and was opened in 1983 having moved from its original location on Dunfermline High Street. The building has four court rooms and hears all criminal and civil business in West Fife. It also houses the offices of the Procurator Fiscal.

]]> The Cathedral lies in a superb setting on the banks of the Tay, opposite the confluence with the River Braan and shaded by mature trees including the Dunkeld Parent Larch. Founded in mid-13th century, the Cathedral now consists of a renovated choir, chapter house, tower and ruinous nave. The choir visible today was re-designed by Dunn and Watson in the early 1900's under the patronage of Sir Donald Currie.

]]> The tower was started by Bishop Lauder (1452-75) and finished by Bishop Livingston (1475-83). The lowest storey was used as an ecclesiastical court house. Its walls have paintings of the Judgement of Solomon and of the Woman taken in Adultery. Within it are a number of early and medieval carved stones. Marvellous views from the top of the tower.

]]> Dunlichty Church was built in 1759 and is believed to be the third stone church on this site - all previous churches having been wooden constructions. According to tradition, the building before this one had a porch where the men of the parish left their bows and arrows during Sunday services. Marks made by sharpening arrows and swords could be seen on the sandstone cheeks of the porch. Such marks can still be seen on the corner stone of the Shaw burial enclosure.

In the corner of the graveyard surrounding the church is a watch house, built around 1882 to protect the graves from grave robbers of the time.

There has been worship here since the time of the first church dedicated to St Finan in the year 575 AD.
Dunlichty Church was united with the Parish of Daviot in 1618 - one of the first such unions in Scotland and believed to be the oldest such union still where both churches are still in use. It is a place of wonderful stillness and has a special atmosphere of its own.

]]> Category-B listed building of 1835 incorporating earlier work from 1621. Outstanding 26 stained glass windows, unusual in a rural village.

Recent 4-year major restoration and refurbishment programme following outbreak of dry rot, cost £3/4M. Two important Category-A listed building adjacent: early 17th century Hans Hamilton's Tomb of Dunlop's first post-Reformation minister, and Clandeboyes Hall (formerly village school) built to honour Hans Hamilton by one of his sons, Viscount Clandeboye.

]]> A Lodge about Freemasonry.

]]> This A-listed building, built in the 1870's, is a fine example of an Alexander 'Greek' Thomson-styled villa, although the house is thought to be by his partner Robert Turnbull. Internally there remains many of the original features.

]]> The Trust's archive has WWII information, including plans of Burifa Hill and Dunnet Head.

]]> An exhibition of the WWII plans of Burifa Hill and Dunnet Head, a photographic archive relating to Brough Bay, letters from personnel stationed at both sites and a slide show prepared by the Historical Radar Archive, Peebles.

]]> Dunninald’s walled garden has a curved south wall which gives the visitor a view of colourful borders and fruit trees. The garden has many interesting features and provides a supply of vegetables, fruit and flowers throughout the year.

For more information contact 01674 672031 or visit www.dunninald.com

]]> The headland has been fortified since as early as the 9th century, though the current ruins are those of the 15th and 16th century buildings.
It is best known for being the site where the Scottish Crown Jewels were hidden from Oliver Cromwell.
12 of the structures on the site are listed buildings, and the site itself is a scheduled monument - meaning that is is an historic site of national importance that is protected from change.

This tour allows you to move through the space leading to the castle and see the gorgeous coastline as well as the striking ruins through 360º images.

Accessibility note: The site must be walked to along a rough path, so may be difficult for wheelchairs]]> Dunolly House is situated at the eastern-most tip of the Caledonian Canal beside the junction between the Beauly Firth and the sealock gates. The house was built in the early 19th century and was used by engineers inspecting the build of the eastern section of the canal, later becoming accommodation for the Canal Manager. Details of the period - such as the lovely shutters, the fanlight and fanciful chimneypieces - remain. Dunolly House was refurbished in 2012-2013 as part of the Vivat Trust's partnership with Scottish Canals.

]]> Dunoon Burgh Hall is grade B listed and dates from 1874. Following a ?1.9million refurbishment, the Burgh Hall re-opened in June 2017 as a community arts hub with museum standard gallery spaces, a new cafe extension, disabled access, workshop spaces, main hall/theatre with original stage and balcony.

]]> The present building probably stands on the site of a much earlier church which until 1688 was the Cathedral Church of both the Roman Catholic and Episcopalian Bishops of Argyll. Towards the end of the 18th century the building became dilapidated and was demolished, the stone being used to build Gillespie Graham?s Late Decorated Gothic Revival church of 1816. The belfry tower was added in 1839 and the church was lengthened and widened by Andrew Balfour in 1909. Chancel window 1939 by Douglas Hamilton. Gravestones of the 13th and 17th century in the kirkyard.

As part of Doors Open Day the church will be open on Saturday 22nd September from 10am to 1pm.

]]> The first Dunoon Pier appeared in 1835. The pier was enlarged and a new waiting room constructed in 1867 to cater for the growth of paddle-steamer traffic and this was further improved with a larger 400 foot jetty in 1881. The pier was again rebuilt in 1895 resulting in the two-berth structure broadly as it exists today.

The pier entrance building is very striking with red-tiled roofs and strongly detailed timber in chocolate, cream and yellow.? Fleets of paddle steamers brought holidaymakers from Glasgow to Dunoon and many other piers right up to the late 1960s and the pier is still visited by the last sea-going paddle steamer in the world, P.S.Waverley.?

In July 2009, the Waverley had to be taken out of service after it struck Dunoon Pier in what was described by the Waverley website as ?landing heavily?. Both the steamer and the pier were damaged and several passengers suffered minor injuries.

By early 2010, the condition of the pier buildings had deteriorated badly and there was a general assumption that they would be demolished. Indeed, at a public meeting early in 2008 to discuss the options for Dunoon?s regeneration under the CHORD project,none of the options included retention of the pier, the proposals for Dunoon having included reclamation of land on the waterfront and the creation of an ?iconic building?, perhaps a hotel or conference centre.

However, in May 2010, local resident and Argyll and Bute councillor, Ron Simon, raised the proposal that Dunoon Pier had the potential to become a major attraction for the town, rather than an expensive liability. It soon became clear that the majority view in the local community was that the iconic pier should be restored to become such a major attraction for locals and visitors to the town.

As of the end of June 2011 the Gourock ? Dunoon vehicle and passenger ferry service no longer used the Victorian pier and it therefore had no specific transport function. However, a strategy document drafted in November 2011 reported that it had become clear from focus group and public consultation feedback that the historical significance of the pier and the potential benefits it could provide for Dunoon waterfont had generated a strong desire for it to be retained and restored.

Argyll and Bute Council thus became committed to the restoration of the pier and a series of detailed surveys were undertaken. Finally in June 2014, the council agreed to invest over ?2million to secure the pier substructure and refurbish the main waiting room and the harbour master?s building.? The Pier Waiting Room has now been refurbished.

]]> An impressive example of the Heritors’ Gothic style, the church is in a prominent position in the Dunscore village around seven miles from Dumfries in the beautiful Cairn Valley.

Newly opened this year, the Heritage Centre houses a touch-screen interactive display, photos and articles about the church and village history as well as local lass Jane Haining. You can take the short Memory Trail round the village and find out where Robert Burns opened a library for the local people and see one of the last hearse houses in Scotland.

There is a fascinating self-guided tour of the church including the architectural features, font from the original church, carved stone from the 1649 church all in a recently refurbished building. Alternatively, earn a Dunscore Detective sticker by completing the children’s tour.

Keep some time to find out about local Hero of the Holocaust, Jane Haining who was born in Dunscore and worked as a matron in a school for girls in Budapest before and during the second world war. Having refused to leave her charges (some of whom were Jews), she was taken to Auschwitz where she died. You can see films and information about her life, her Hero of the Holocaust medal and some of her possessions.

]]> Taking in historical sites in and around Duntocher, Hardgate and Faifley with Dave Carson of West Dunbartonshire Heritage.

]]> The harbour celebrated its 200th anniversary in 2011. Conceived by Thomas Kennedy, it was an ambitious plan to create a harbour on a difficult stretch of rocky coastline. The tower was a vital element in recognising the entrance and its function may be unique in Scotland.

The fishing community thrived and there are still lobster boats and pleasure craft using the harbour today.

Image (c) G. Michael Hitchon

]]> The spectacularly positioned and well preserved small fort at Durisdeer was used by a garrison of no more than 30 men to keep the Roman road through the remote pass to Elvanfoot free from bandits. Excavations in 1938 suggest it was probably used by mounted units. The Well Road, later used by pilgrims going to Whithorn, offers magnificent views of Nithsdale. Please ensure all gates are shut and follow the country code. The grouse season has begun, hence we request that no dogs be taken, and ask you to keep to the path. The walk is about 2 miles there and back, over rough stony tracks. Stout footwear advised.

]]> Durn House is a Georgian Mansion-house in the Adams style, built in 1770 by the Dunbars of Durn. There has been a Durn House on this site since at least 1529 and probably beyond that, as there is 13^th-century medieval dootcot in the woodland adjacent to the house (part of the original estate).

Bought by Mr and Mrs Scrudis, Durn House underwent a major restoration and refurbishment project lasting 6 years and now operates as a luxury guest house. Many original features remain inside such as the Georgian ceiling rose in the Grand Hall, the cantilevered stone staircase, the Portsoy marble fireplace as well as a curious key stone dating to 1603.

Durn House has an exciting history, with strong attachments to the story of Bonnie Prince Charlie and the Battle of Culloden, as well as the folk song McPherson's Rant.�

]]> Built around 1880 for Surgeon Major Frederick Robert Wilson of the 57^th Brigade, Durn originally comprised the three main roofs in the centre of the present building.

Acquired by the Pullars in 1890, numerous extensions and a stint in the ownership of the Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve preceded its purchase by Bell Ingram land and estate agents as their headquarters in 1962. Bell Ingram invites visitors to explore this beautiful building and enjoy its commanding views over the Tay.

]]> The original Dutch Barn building was constructed in 1993 from a generic kit by the Smith family, who have farmed Wardhouse since 1920. The Barn was renovated in 2011 by local architects Douglas Forrest and Louise Hunter of Acanthus Architects df, Huntly. The resultant private dwelling has received three awards including an Aberdeenshire Council Design Award and an Aberdeen Society of Architects Best New Modern House in 2012.

Visitors will be able to access all rooms / spaces in the Dutch Barn including the adjoining annex. Douglas Forrest (the building owner and occupant) will give a short talk about the Dutch Barn and the Wardhouse Estate Development; it will also be possible to see externally three other Award winning dwellings of the enabling development at Wardhouse.

]]> The Park Workshop and Green Biomass facility will be open for people to explore this self sufficient unit, which is fed by trees collected from various Council managed places across Aberdeen.

]]> Dated 1781, a rectangular building 66ft long x 33ft wide x 18ft high, lit in the long south elevation by four long round headed windows with a belfry to the west wall and doorways at each end. There are no windows in the north wall. The interior is dominated by an unusual three decker pulpit typical of the period. The three deck pulpit built to accommodate minister, precentor and beadle. Some believe the lowest deck was designed for sinners, caught by elders during the week and made to stand or sit in front of the congregation in shame. James Smith, Nairn and James Smith, Auldearn builders, were given the work of building the church having submitted plans and estimate.

]]> One of the oldest dwellings in Bo'ness, the present structure incorporates part of a 17th century building. It was substantially remodelled in 1720, when a wood panelled room complete with buffet for showing off the best china was added. The building was restored under the National Trust's Small Houses scheme and opened as eight apartments in 2004. The architects of the Pollock Fammond Partnership were able to restore the crowstep gables, pantile roofs and dormer windows to return it to its earlier appearance typical of the Forth Estuary. The panelled room was also restored and may be seen. New elements, such as the fine steel gates to the courtyard by Ratho Byres Forge, compliment the older work.

]]> There is only one example of Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s work on the east coast of Scotland and it can be seen in Dysart St Clair Church of Scotland. The murals will be on show from 12 noon, after the morning service.

]]> Dysart Tolbooth was built in the late 16th century and visitors will be able to access the former prison cell. The 19th century Town Hall holds the permanent exhibition of the Dysart Trust which features fascinating items from Dysart’s industrial past. There are many old school class photographs which have always proven to be of great interest to visitors and the memorabilia relating to bygone Dysart is particularly evocative.

]]> The Parish Church and newly refurbished community facility, the Carswell Centre, lie in the heart of the picturesque conservation village of Eaglesham.

The Gothic-style structure of the church, originally octagonal, is joined to a classical ashler steeple with clock tower. The simple but beautifully effective interior is tastefully decorated and virtually retains the original design.

The former Carswell United Presbyterian Church, a little further up the hill, is now Eaglesham's smartest, newest, multi-purpose venue that houses the William Gemmell statue collection.

]]> Earlsferry became a Royal Burgh in 1589 with liberty to hold markets and have a market cross. The mediaeval town-house was described in 1840 as 'an old building', which contained the town-hall, and a wretched gaol before being replaced in 1872. Learn about the history of Earlsferry’s Town Hall and take a guided history walk round the Burgh learning about the pilgrims, weavers, golf club makers and tourist venues.

]]> Earthship Fife is the only building of its kind in Scotland – a sustainability model made from car tyres and waste with renewable energy, self contained water and sewage systems. Needs to be seen to be believed!

Tours of the Earthship will take place at 1200, 1400 and 1500.

https://sci-scotland.org.uk/about-earthship-fife/

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Visit this listed building built on the original site of the first church in the town, with lots of historical features and a recently renovated sanctuary. Historic church records and photographs will be on display.