One of Aberdeen?s hidden gems open for the very first time! Visit the Engine Shed Houses which were built in 1850 and the railway turntable. Displays will include plans and timetables and a chance to see how work is progressing to restore these important buildings.

]]> The Festival Theatre, situated on the longest running continuous theatre site in Edinburgh, opened in June 1994 boasting, at that time, the largest stage in the UK, a 1,915 seat auditorium, spacious bars and function suites, an iconic glass fa�ade, and state of the art stage equipment and back stage facilities. Visitors walk through the decades as they step through the modern foyer into the 1928 auditorium. The Theatre has a national and international reputation as one of the UK�s premiere presenting venues.

]]> The Festival Theatre sits on Edinburgh’s longest continuous theatre site. The 19 Nicolson Street locale has been a theatre site since 1830. It has seen three major remodellings during its rich and varied history, with the current glass-fronted building opening in June 1994. It opens onto a fully restored auditorium, blending a dramatic mix of art nouveau, beaux arts and neo-classicism.

ACTIVITIES

Advance booking essential via https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/d/united-kingdom--edinburgh/free--events/festival-theatre/?lc=1&page=1&q=Festival+theatre

Hour-long building tours will highlight the history and heritage of our building and showcase the theatre’s connections with a host of global entertainers. 10:30, 12:30 and 14:30.

Intergenerational dance workshops where visitors can learn dances from across the globe – the vibrant Brazilian Samba, the timeless English Waltz through to jumpin’ jive from America and the dance of the Spanish matador, the Paso Doble. 11:30-12:00 and 13:30-14:00.

Musical storytelling workshops where participants will engage with storytelling and song in multiple languages. Working together with professional performance artists they will be create original lyrics to a new composition and explore the different styles of staging possible on the largest stage in Scotland. All ages and abilities will be welcome. 12:00-12:30 and 14:00-14:30.

Please note only people with tickets to these activities will be allowed into the theatres, so make sure to book your space!

]]> One of the oldest licenced distilleries in Scotland. Operated by Whyte and Mackay.

The current neat black and white buildings were rebuilt after a fire in 1889.

]]> This A-listed building was built circa 1810 at a cost of 2,000 guineas. The frontage (austere gothic) a castellated central tower with smaller side towers modelled on Fetteresso Castle.

Porch with mural monuments including War Memorials and relics from the Old Kirk. A 21st century timber screen leading to body of church.

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The image is a 360º photo outside the front of the church showing the promenade leading up to it.

Accessibility note: The ground is flat and there are no stairs up to the building, but there is not currently information on the interior available]]>
The image is a 360º photo outside the front of the church showing the promenade leading up to it.

Accessibility note: The ground is flat and there are no stairs up to the building, but there is not currently information on the interior available]]> Fettes College, founded in 1870, was built using an endowment left by Sir William Fettes specifically for this purpose. Designed by the architect David Bryce, and completed in 1873 this magnificent building is a cross between a Loire chateau and a Scots Baronial mansion. Of particular note are the Callover Hall, the Library (formerly the Dining Hall), and on the first floor the Chapel and the Old Library. The building forms the centrepiece of an extensive 90-acre campus. http://www.fettes.com

]]> Housed in weavers’ cottages and the historic Weigh House, in the beautiful village of Ceres, the Fife Folk Museum has over 10,000 objects and artefacts on display. Our small independent museum is manned by volunteers and offers a warm welcome. This year our exhibits are:- the Cottage Room depicting life in the 1850’s ; Victorian Life in Costume; Working Horses in Fife and many more.

]]> Wheelchairs are welcome and disabled parking will be provided close to the amenities. Wheelchair access to toilets, tearoom, platform, station building and workshop. However our heritage coach on the train unfortunately does not have wheelchair access. A steam passenger train will be running to provide rides on the day and there will be a model railway on display as well as craft stalls.

]]> Enjoy a trip down memory lane with the Laurel and Hardy classics Double Whoopees: Dirty Work (Chimney sweeps) & The Music Box (Moving the Piano)

]]> Join us for a special screening of Standing tall / La tete haute(2015) directed by Emmanuelle Bercot and starring Catherine Deneuve & Beno't Magimel. Film in French with English subtitles.

In French with English subtitles.

Booking essential - culture@afglasgow.org.uk, afglasgow.org.uk

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Pollokshaws Burgh Hall,�2025 Pollokshaws Road- off Christian Street, G43 1NE

Join us for a surprise screening of a silent movie with Wurlitzer accompaniment.

]]> A screening of Tod Browning�s Freaks. Come and
experience this 1932 horror film and prove that you really
are 'one of us'.�
Due to nature of the film this event is open to 18+

]]> A world-class, three-screen independent cinema based in a former church, built in 1831.

]]> Built in 1843 as a Free Church to a design by John Urquhart (1795-1869), architect/builder. A native of Forres, Urquhart worked for many years in Edinburgh, returning to his native town in 1841. The design, with its pilastered doorway and upper lunettes (semi-circular lights), is unusual, quietly restrained and with some similarity to Free Churches by John Cousins, architect, Edinburgh, whose work may have influenced Urquhart.

]]> The Findhorn Community was established in 1962 with a vision of a better world. It is now home to around 400 people with events and conferences throughout the year.

]]> Mid-19th Century Commercial Icehouse built to support the local Coastal Salmon Netting industry. The underground chambers were used to store natural ice which kept the fish fresh on their way to the London Markets. The chambers now contain displays relating to the Salmon Fishing. Children’s quiz available. The museum opposite the Icehouse will also be open.

]]> Findhorn village dates from 1702, but there was an earlier settlement inundated by tidal waters.

Findhorn’s importance in the 18th and early 19th centuries as the entrepot for Forres and Nairn cannot be over-emphasised, the village owned by the Roses of Kilravock (see Quay Cottage and Kilravock) from the late 1600s to 1776 when sold to the Munros of Novar, Ross-shire. Sea and salmon fishing have also played a great part in the economy of the village.

The houses fronting the bay and harbour originate as sea captains’ and merchant dwellings, including the premises occupied by the Royal Findhorn Yacht Club, mostly dating from the 18th century and having windows in the seaward gables, commanding the coming and going of shipping. The fishertown of single-storey cottages (some now raised to two storeys) is to the east, linked to the shore by numerous foot paths or ‘lanes’ (see above).

Most of the earlier buildings are individually Listed (the icehouse also Scheduled) and the greater part of the village included within an Outstanding Conservation Area, all designated by Historic Scotland.

Fishing, particularly salmon fishing, has played a great part in the village economy: the salmon fishing era vividly interpreted by the Heritage Centre within one of the icehouses close to the former salmon green (for drying nets on poles) and former fishhouse (where salmon were prepared for sale and export).

]]> The Charter for Lodge Fingal 318 was granted on 6 February 1826 by Lord Viscount Glenorchy.

It is interesting to note that the cost of the present building was £4,000.00. It is now insured for over £1 million.

]]> Built in 1985 by John Payne for the 1986 Edinburgh Commonwealth Games. Located on Strathclyde Loch at the Watersports Centre, the Finish Tower is the control centre for the timing of rowing regattas at Strathclyde Park. Enjoy the great views over the park plus lots of information on how the finishing cameras work and how computerised race schedules are managed in this international rowing and sailing venue plus get to press the race finish line buzzer.

]]> The Finzean Sawmill site includes two water-powered mills, the Sawmill and the Turning Mill. The mills date from around 1830s and are Grade A listed historic buildings. The Mills and weirs are an integral part of the forest heritage and woodland culture of the Birse area and are particularly important as they have survived as a group in their original native pinewood setting and are still capable of operating.

Please note that for safety reasons the Mills will not be operating on the two days although there will be guides in site to provide an overview of the mills.

Further details can be found on Birse Community Trust's website:
http//www.birsecommunitytrust.org.uk/Watermills/Finzean%20Wood%Mills.html

The buildings are managed by Birse Community Trust which promotes the common good of the inhabitants of Birse parish and delivers wider public benefits. The Trust manages land and buildings and a wide range of other projects on behalf of the local community.

Limited parking.

]]> 13,800 seat football stadium, opened in 1895.

]]> The Fish Pass on the Allader, adjacent to Woodburn Way, was completed in 1999 to allow salmon to migrate up river, as they had done in former times. The remains of a water channel that was part of an early local hydro-electric generating system can be seen here.

]]> This B-listed doocot is one of the earliest surviving Scottish examples from the 16th century, built by George Hepburn whose son was the founder and first colonel of the Royal Scots. Known as a lectern doocot, it is a rectangular structure with lean-to roof and entry holes for pigeons halfway down the slope. In 1996, the Hepburn doocot was restored and converted into an interpretative centre.

]]> Visit three mystery locations in the town centre to travel back to a time when Kirkintilloch stood as the north-western frontier of the vast Roman Empire. With the help of a Roman ghost, participants will enjoy epic tales, behind-the-scenes experiences and more! As hidden forts are exposed and long forgotten stories are uncovered, the true nature of Kirkintilloch will be revealed. You'll have to keep your wits about you, as the plan of attack will only be revealed 24 hours before the event!

For further information visit www.digit2015.com or email info@digit2015.com

]]> There is a unique mud wall steading at Flatfield Farm. This is a traditional building technique which, although there are perhaps 50 examples in the area, is distinctly ‘at risk’.


The Tay Landscape Partnership's four year programme of work in the Carse of Gowrie and beyond intends, as just one strand in its wide range of projects, to address the lack of ‘mud masons’, the use of inappropriate modern repairs and the overall misunderstandings about this craft skill which ought to be celebrated as the most ‘green’ building technique ever.

At Flatfield the barn will, in due course, be surveyed and recorded by volunteers and the repairs will be undertaken as a training exercise.

]]> This striking Category B-listed former church retains its austere and imposing appearance, yet remains a hidden gem within the hustle and bustle of the West End. Now the heart of a vibrant mental health clubhouse, step inside to find a friendly and welcoming community.

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]]> Listed Category B. 1826-8 designed by James Gillespie, architect, Edinburgh who was also responsible for Dr. Gray's Hospital, Elgin. Gothic Revival style with buttress, pinnacles and tranceried windows. Aisless galleried interior.

]]> A listed stone mill building now run by the Elliot family producing high quality tweeds and tartan on shuttle operated looms using traditional skills. This working museum has been producing fine fabrics since 1838.


Also includes a factory shop.

]]> Castlehill, in the centre of Forfar, was the site of Forfar’s royal castle, around which the ancient burgh gradually developed. It was regularly visited by Scottish kings, including William I and Alexander II, but was destroyed by Robert I in 1308. The town’s mercat cross was later relocated there, and the hills still has commanding views over the town.

]]> Come along to Forfar Indoor Sports and try roller skating or bowling at these superb facilities. You can also find out more about the winter programme for skaters and curling and get a chance to see around the building and meeting rooms to find out what’s on offer.

]]> The Sheriff Court building, created by the architect Mr Wardrope was opened in 1871. Court 1 has a splendid ‘Hammer-Beam’ roof and escutcheons on the abutments carrying the roof arches exhibit carvings of a thistle, a rose, a shamrock and a daffodil.

]]> Forfar Small Bore Rifle Club is an active small bore target rifle club offering 0.22 Target Rifle at 25 yds (indoor) and 6 yard air pistol target shooting. The club was the first in Scotland to benefit from electronic targets and recently celebrated its 80th anniversary.

A public meeting was held in Forfar in the Meffan Hall in the evening of Monday 24 October 1937 to propose the formation of a miniature rifle club in the town. The meeting chairman was the local Chief Constable D. C. Christie. The resolution was unanimously adopted and a committee was appointed to look into premises, finances etc.[Forfar Herald 28/10/37]

By December that year, the club had been formed as the Forfar and District Small Bore Rifle Club and had raised the necessary finance through a loan of £350 from James Lindsay who was the Postmaster at Letham, Angus at a very reasonable interest rate of 4%. This interest was paid annually to Mr Lindsay (after deducting tax!) until September 1951 when £150 of the loan was paid off with the balance being paid off in November 1953. The club was also paying £2 10/- half annually in ground rent to a Mr. Bowen and in January 1955 the ground was purchased (very cheaply) for £100.

Visit the club to see the facilities and a firearms demonstration.

Suitable for children aged 12+, must be accompanied by an adult.

]]> The Category B listed former Parish of Forgue Kirk stands in the old Kirkyard on a hill overlooking the Forgue Burn. The Kirk was built in 1819 on the site of a much older kirk - by legend, founded by St. Margaret of Scotland in 1070. It was designed by Archibald Simpson the renowned Aberdeen and Scotland architect and has a south wall inspired by Albertis Tempio Malatestiano church in Rimini (Italy). The windowless north wall was designed to keep the devil out. It retains its painted ceiling and a fine Conacher organ of 1875. The present building has a south elevation which echoes Hawkesmoore's Christ Church, Spitalfields, London. Internally the seating and pulpit area all date from 1926 when the space was redesigned without gallerys and the organ was moved to the south corner. The Old Kirk is now a community building with an active programme of events for the people of Forgue.

]]> The church was built as Kelso United Presbyterian Church, replacing an earlier church on the same site. Tall gothic church which ceased to be used for worship more than 30 years ago and had been used for industrial use. The property is included on the national Buildings at Risk Register. Recently acquired by a restoring purchaser who plans to convert the church for residential use.

]]> Built in 1838/39 on the site of the existing Tolbooth which has been in existence for over 800 years. Main features include historic paintings, a court room and a chance to get a first glimpse of the renovated police office and prisoner cells. Volunteers can answer questions and guided tours are available. Disabled access to some rooms. Children can enjoy fingerprinting and a “convicts’ wall!”

www.forresheritage.co.uk

]]> The Town Hall has been at the heart of the community since it was built in 1827-29 as the Mechanics' Institute. Since 2018 the Town Hall has been operated by Forres Area Community Trust (FACT) with a view to securing its future via a Community Asset Transfer. There will be a display of drawings and photographs tracing its history and FACT's future plans.

www.forresarea.org

]]> The Theatre was the brainchild of Mr James Bissell who, in 1960 was a member of an amateur dramatic club, but was filled with the desire to begin an amateur theatre group in Bishopbriggs. His idea was that in time there would be a theatre built which would house an amateur club, completely run by amateurs but from time to time bringing professional performances to the town

The idea of using Brackenbrae Farm came when Mr Bissell, himself a councillor on the Town Council, heard that plans were afoot to pull down Brackenbrae House. He pleaded the cause of the theatre to have the derelict granary for use as a Theatre.

Since then the theatre has been used extensively for a variety of activities and shows. It is a community run theatre, and has been such for 43 years. It is run by the Antonine Theatre Group who were established approximately 53 years ago. the group are responsible for all upkeep.

]]> The Forth and Clyde Canal Society was formed by a group of canal enthusiasts who felt that the decline in the canals of Scotland in the 1960s had to be reversed. They believed these monuments to our industrial past could be put to use in the future for the benefit of local communities and they could see that this decline in the canals needed to be highlighted to local and national authorities. After the completion of their main goal, to have the canals fully re- instated for public use, they continue to support, promote and use the Forth and Clyde Canal in various ways.

Come along to the Forth and Clyde Canal Society Office where there will be information on Canal history and heritage. There will also be the opportunity to take a short trip on one of our boats.

]]> The Forth and Clyde Canal Society was formed by a group of canal enthusiasts who felt that the decline in the canals of Scotland in the 1960s had to be reversed. They believed these monuments to our industrial past could be put to use in the future for the benefit of local communities and they could see that this decline in the canals needed to be highlighted to local and national authorities. After the completion of their main goal, to have the canals fully re- instated for public use, they continue to support, promote and use the Forth and Clyde Canal in various ways.

Come along to the Forth and Clyde Canal Society Office where there will be information on Canal history and heritage. There will also be the opportunity to take a short trip on one of their boats.

]]> Managed by North Queensferry Heritage Trust the Forth Bridge Heritage Centre is located in the original Victorian waiting room of Queensferry station and has a gallery of memorabilia that promotes the Forth Bridge as Scotland’s 6th World Heritage Site. An exhibition of works by famous artists in North Queensferry will be displayed and this will be augmented for Doors Open Day by works from local artists and crafts artists.

]]> Granton Square, William Burn 1838, has always been open to the sea on the north side whence departed the ferry to Fife from the harbour developed by the Duke of Buccleuch in 19C. The first train ferry service in the world started here in 1849. East breakwater completed 1863.

]]> Forth Valley Sensory Centre are the proud beneficiaries of the “Adopt a Sculpture” programme. A fabulous tactile sculpture called “Big Wave Vortex”, by Tom Allan, is now located within the Sensory Garden located next to the Centre.

The Garden provides a great place to relax and grab a moment of peace or simply enjoy the delightful flowers. With benches, tables, chairs and a picnic bench, it is also a great spot for some alfresco dining. The garden was designed to enrich the senses of touch and smell.


You can even say hello to the famous Tin Man - now an official Pokestop for Pokemon Go players!

The fountain has recently been remodelled and some great new musical instruments installed along with a new handcrafted bench.

]]> Fortingall Kirk was built in the elegant Arts and Crafts style, replacing a Pre-Reformation Church on a 7th century religious site beside our ancient Yew Tree.

View Pictish stone carvings inside and the ancient Celtic Font and early medieval gravestones in the Kirkyard. Enjoy our exhibition and guided walk through the village.

]]> Fossil Grove houses a unique collection of fossil trees, formed 325 million years ago. This once vast forest eventually became the coal that powered Glasgow�s industry. Marvel at this piece of ancient history in the beautiful surroundings of Victoria Park.

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]]> Foulis Castle is the home to the chief of the Clan Munro. The present 18C mansion incorporates parts of the 16C castle, which was burnt down during the 1745-46 Jacobite Rising. It comprises a semi-octagonal tower (1754) and a formal E-plan range (1777) Fluted frieze with rosettes in large, one and a half storey high drawing room in west wing and large dining room with good examples of 18C cast-iron grate in most of east wing. Old kitchen includes some original features and artefacts.

]]> A tour intended to compliment the “Lost Buildings Tour” concentrating on little known buildings and their details in Peebles – ranging from a former cinema to the new primary school. Mark Douglas, Principal Officer (Built Heritage & Design) leads this tour.]]> Fountainbridge Library is an icon of modern Scottish architecture. It was funded by the publisher Thomas Nelson Jr, and designed by the architect John A. W. Grant (1887 – 1959). It also features friezes on its façade by the sculptor Charles d’Orville Pilkington Jackson. Completed in 1940, the building was designed to house a state-of-the-art library and community hall, embodying the concerns of architects, librarians and social policy makers of the period. The building remained open during the blackout and still serves the community today.

GLOBAL CONNECTIONS

Fountainbridge Library is an important example of Scottish Modernism, with links to the international modern movement in sculpture and architecture, particularly relating to Art Deco features.

ACTIVITIES

Refreshments

Guided Tours at 10:30, 12:30 and 2:30 of both the inside and outside of the Library. Advance booking essential via fountainbridge.library@edinburgh.gov.uk or 0131 529 5616

]]> Formerly a barrel store, later a foundry for the CPT during WW2, for the last 20 years this building has housed displays telling the stories of Fraserburgh and its environs. With over 20 hands-on activities bringing the stories to life which illustrate the historic, social and economic development of the area, the Heritage Centre is well worth a visit.

]]> Formerly a barrel store, later a foundry for the CPT during WW2, for the last 20 years this building has housed displays telling the stories of Fraserburgh and its environs. With over 20 hands-on activities bringing the stories to life which illustrate the historic, social and economic development of the area, the Heritage Centre is well worth a visit.

]]> Fraserburgh Old Parish Church is located on the site of the original church, which was built in 1572 not long after the Reformation. The current church was constructed in 1803 using some material from the original building. The current church stands on a prominent site in the town centre and is an instantly recognisable landmark for the town. The current Interiors were remodelled by the celebrated architect A. Marshall Mackenzie in 1898. The superb stained glass window, adorning the chancel, is indeed a work of great art and beauty and it is reckoned to be one of the late Douglas Strachan's best works. The organ was installed by Forster and Andrews of Hull in 1892.

]]> LiLifeboats have been launching from Fraserburgh Harbour for over 200 years. The first life boat station was opened in 1858 and it was the first in Scotland. The current boat house and shore facility were built in 2007 and it is the fourth station to be built in Fraserburgh.

It incorporates parts of the first RNLU lifeboat station built in 1858; there is a workshop, ?crew room for training and changing, a shop and a garage. The architect has also designed a feature panel for the new lifeboat station, which incorporates the date stone and part of a timber truss from the previous Fraserburgh station.

Come and visit this fascinating 'Discover' Station- take a look at how a modern lifeboat station operates. There will be video presentations on the history of the Fraserburgh life boat station and life boat volunteers will be on hand to show you around the building and answer your questions. Take a look at the historic artefacts displayed in the building and take a tour of the lifeboat itself (weather and duties permitting).

Take a moment to look at the Monument to the 14 men who lost their lives whilst serving on the Fraserburgh lifeboat just outside the Lifeboat Station.

]]> The South Church was designed by well-know Aberdeen architect J B Pirie in the Rogue Gothic-style in the late nineteenth century. The Church is located on the east side of the town on the site of the town's Old School, adjacent to the short-lived Fraserburgh University, which was founded in the late 16thcentury. In the south transept of the church there is a carved stone slab depicting Moses looking to Heaven. It is the only surviving fragment of the University. It had been built above a doorway in the school building which preceded the church and was then built into the south wall of the church. It was moved to its current position inside the building in 1969 to protect it. The interior of South Church is beautiful with tall arcades and large galleries, which around the north, south and west sides of the nave, retain their original wooden pews.



]]> Fraserburgh?s baroque-style Town House was built in 1853?1855 and housed the town's council chamber. The building is owned by Aberdeenshire Council and houses a number of Council departments. Enter the building through the impressive Corinthian rotunda entrance, underneath the statue of the Lord Saltoun on the corner of Saltoun Square and continue upstairs to take a look at the Chamber. The Chamber is generally closed to the public but can be hired for special occasions such as wedding ceremonies . A number of important paintings are displayed in the Chambers, including two by artist A John Shirreffs of Sir Alexander Anderson, Baron Bailie of Fraserburgh (1872-1887) and John Park, Chief Magistrate and Provost of Fraserburgh (1893-1896).

]]> The grouping?consists of the church building and the adjacent Macaulay Hall. The original church building built in 1803 was destroyed by a fire in 2000. The current church building built in 2003 is of a modern design, a combination of traditional ecclesiastical and modern architectural design. The interior of the church also combines traditional and modern aspects. There is an impressive stained glass window depicting Christ and the fishermen casting their nets out to sea.

Come and see the church beautifully decorated for harvest. Please note that morning worship from 11:00-12:00 all are welcome.

]]> Visitors can explore the church building as well as the adjacent Macaulay Hall. The original church building of 1803 was tragically destroyed by a fire in 2000. Inside there is an impressive stained glass window depicting Christ and the fishermen casting their nets out to sea.

]]> Dalrymple Hall and Arts Centre is a baronial property which boasts a 5 storey tower.? Constructed by the Dalrymple brothers it was formally used as a hotel then subsequently converted into a music and theatre venue.

Its most famous performance to date was when the Beatles performed here on 23rd may 1960.

The property is now the home of Fraserburgh Junior Arts Society who will have a display of what they make and paint.? In addition the dance group will be performing a 'bite size' show.

]]> Located on the site of the original church built in 1572, not long after the Reformation, the current church was constructed in 1803.? The interiors were remodelled by the celebrated architect A. Marshall Mackenzie in 1898 and a superb stained glass window adorning the chancel is indeed a work of great art and beauty.

Members of the church will be on hand to provide guided tours in addition to quizzes and displays throughout the day.

11am - 12noon songs of Praise Morning, all welcome.

]]> The Wine Tower was the original wine cellars for the residents in the nearby castle both dating from c.16th century.

The wine tower boasts a remarkable series of finely carved pendants.

The castle is much altered following its lease to the Northern Lighthouse Company c.1787 however, reminisces of the first occupation, (as a castle) still exist.

]]> With the support of the Magistrates and Town Council, the current premises at 52 Alfred Street were built in 1858. The Museum was officially re-opened on 29th December 1862, initially occupying the first floor only, with the Town Hall below. In the 1920s the Town Hall was relocated, and offered an opportunity for expansion. The Society bought the Old Town Hall at public auction and were soon able to occupy the ground floor as well as the first, with the new gallery officially opened in February 1931 by the Lord Lieutenant of Orkney. The Museum expanded further in the 1990s, with the addition of the Pilot’s House (No.56 Alfred Street) to the rear of the main building. This was refurbished to house new displays, with new cases and displays in the first floor following soon after, but the Museum has retained its original Victorian character. We have collections on archaeology, ethnography, maritime, social and natural history.

There is public parking at the Pierhead, about ten minutes walk away.

There is limited disabled visitor access due to the age of the building. The entrance and ground floor are level, there is a slight incline to the upper gallery of the ground floor. A stair lift to our Natural History collection is available, but there is no such access to our other galleries. To access the Captain's Parlour and the Summer exhibition, speak with the custodian on duty who can arrange your access from the pier. There is a disabled-access toilet at street level. Wheelchair access, hand rails and baby changing facilities are all available.

]]> The Free North Church, which was designed by Alexander Ross, and opened on 7th June 1893, is Gothic style with the tallest spire in Inverness at 170 feet.

Whilst it is typical of the Presbyterian plain style, it surpasses most others in size and in the boldness and elegance of its detail. North Church congregation split from East Church (Church of Scotland) and joined the Free Church of Scotland at the 1843 Disruption.

The interior, which can seat 1300, has been restored with stencil work on the barrel ceiling. The box below the pulpit was for the Precentor who led the singing. Now either a precentor or a keyboard player lead the praise.

]]> Freedom City Church has been active in Cumbernauld for a number of years but within the last 12 months has moved into a new Centre near Cumbernauld Town Centre. Thought to be Scotland's newest church building, Freedom City Church Centre has been constructed from former retail units.

]]> A Freemasons' Lodge has existed on this site since 1791. Originally a one-storey building, an upper storey was added in 1861, costing �160.00. The lodge room was relocated upstairs and a shop formed on the ground floor. In 1963 the shop was converted to a Licensed Masonic Club.

]]> The most imposing work of A Hunter Crawford, 1910-12, with a Renaissance facade and a grand interior.

]]> There have been public buildings on this site for centuries. The present one was inaugurated in 1904 for Midlothian County. Since September 2017, it houses the French Institute and Consulate in Scotland, serving as a centre for cultural exchanges in the very heart of the Old Town and civic centre of Edinburgh.�

All are welcome to discover the architecture, our cultural offerings, and some unique treasures such as the 20,000 book library reserve which will be exceptionally shown as part of �behind the scenes� guided tours.

Year Of Young People: All young people are welcome to come and get a taste of France and the French language with playful activities organized by the French institute�s language centre and library.

]]> Perth and Kinross Council maintain the Waste Education Boardwalk located at Friarton Recycling Centre. The WEBWalk provides an innovative interpretation centre for school and community groups.
Earnside Energy's composting facilities are located at Binn Farm in Glenfarg.

]]> The castle has been added to over the years. After its royal ownership it fell into the hands of five successive families who each added a tower. It also hosts an 18th century walled garden of cultivated fruit and vegetables.
The castle is said to be haunted, with 2 resident ghosts and 2 curses associated with the site as well as a secret sealed room that cannot be opened for fear of a ghost's wrath.

The tour offers a set of 360º images to allow you to move around the castle grounds and have a peek inside the entry hall.

Accessibility note: There is accessible parking and a drop-off point as well as large-print, braille, and audio guides.]]> The Fyvie Guide house was originally built in 1879 as a cottage hospital to serve the local community, and as an auxiliary hospital during World War I. The building was designed by prolific local architect James Duncan.

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]]> Fyvie parish church was built at the start of the 19th Century and sits on an early Christian site.� To the south of the church is the old graveyard.� The west gable is the principal elevation and overlooks the road into Fyvie, while the east gable houses 4 pictish stones.� Internally the main focus of the chancel at the east end of the church is a magnificent stained glass window�by Tiffany of New York

]]> Fyvie Church was built in the early 19th century, and stands on an early Christian site evidenced partially by the four Pictish stones visible in the outer east gable. The church is also home to a magnificent stained-glass window designed by Tiffany of New York. The window was brought to Fyvie in 1901 and installed in memory of Percy Forbes-Leith, who was killed in the Boer War, and is a remarkable and unexpected find. There is also an exceptional decoratively carved timber laird’s loft.

Church members will be on hand to provide any further information required, and an information booklets will also be available to take home for a small donation. The graveyard is also worth a visit.

]]> Join architect Graham Forsyth from Cooper Cromar to hear about the inspiration behind the redevelopment of this Grade A listed former General Post Office Building which involved the construction of a new 10 storey building behind the retained Victorian facade. An exclusive opportunity to enjoy views from the rooftop balcony.

]]> Gairdwill Lodge is the only example of a restored fishing lodge in Shetland. During the 19th century huts like this provided the far haaf fishermen with accommodation close to their fishing grounds. This lodge was destroyed by the sea in the great storm of 1900 and lay untouched for 110 years. It has now been fully excavated, rebuilt and restored to how it may have looked at the end of the 19th century. The interior is filled with period objects and finds from the excavation.

(about a 10 minute walk from the road, unsuitable for the elderly/infirm/disabled).

]]> Listed category A. The stand completed in 1965 is an outstanding building designed by Peter Womersley with Ove Arup providing the engineering support in a late modernist style using shuttered concrete for the delicate cantilever canopy. The building is still used by the football club for its original function.

]]> Gala Mill is the most intact of the surviving mill complexes in Galashiels. The original mill was water powered but subsequently was converted to steam power; the mill chimney surviving as one of the few left in the town.

Since 1958 Schofield Dyers and Finishers have been based in the mill complex and continue to process fabrics for the weavers from both the UK and continental markets.

]]> Galashiels Bowling Club is a well-detailed example of its type with Tudor and Arts and Crafts influences. The two storey design is unusual. Located in a prominent position on Scott Street, its importance is emphasised by being set back from the street with the open green to the front.

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Landmark building including the clock tower and war memorial which were added to the building by Sir Robert Lorimer after WW1.

The burgh chambers remains in use with a good later Arts and Crafts decorative scheme including painted murals on the main staircase.

]]> A free standing brick fire station with separate hose tower. The relatively modern station is one of two fire stations in the Scottish Borders with full time firefighters on duty. The original fire station was established with the help of the mill owners who obviously had an interest in protecting the textile industry.

]]> Guided walking tour around central Galashiels.

Meet at 2 pm at the new Transport Interchange

]]> Originally built as a Free Library by public subscription, the building has a fine classical facade with good stone detailing. It forms part of a group of significant buildings around Old Cornmill Square. The interior retains its corbelled panelled ceiling with pendants and rooflights between the trusses.

]]> Originally built as a spinning mill replacing earlier houses on the site. The Royal British Legion, Galashiels Branch, dates back to 1926 and acquired its current premises in 1961 which were converted from the former mill premises.

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