Friends of Musselburgh Links are holding an open day at the new Stables Pavilion at Musselburgh Racecourse, Linkfield Road, from 12 to 4 pm.

]]> The Tolbooth and Old Town Hall at the east end of the High Street in Musselburgh is one of the town’s oldest buildings much of it dating to around 1590, although over the centuries, the building was destroyed by fire, rebuilt, altered and added to, reflecting changing social and political circumstances. At different times, it has been court house with police cells that can still be seen, burgh council chambers, town hall and community hall. On display inside is a rare clock given to the burgh by the Dutch States in 1496.

]]> An opportunity to take a guided tour around an operational police station run by Lothian and Borders Police with special events for children.

]]> The first of a new generation of vehicle ferries, the MV linga carries up to 95 passenger and 16 cars between Whalsay and the mainland of Shetland. At a length of 36 metres and weighting 658 gross tonnes, she is the third largest vessel in Shetland Islands Council's fleet.

]]> The new campus is Scotland’s newest hub for health, science and sports education and hosts the Faculty of Health, Life and Social Sciences.

The state of art Edinburgh Napier University building, designed by architects RMJM, was built by Balfour Beatty Construction on an existing campus in Sighthill. At its core is the eight storey lock which was retained from the old university buildings, while further buildings were developed and integrated around it. The new campus is a beacon of sustainability and has already been awarded a BREEAM ‘excellent’ rating. (BREEAM is the world’s foremost environmental assessment method and rating system for buildings). The new campus offers a wide range of top class facilities.

]]> Once Napiershall Public School, the Napiershall Street Centre is now home to a variety of community groups and other organisations. Admire its many original features and find out how different organisations are re-using the old classrooms to serve the community.

The original design of the school is said to be designed by Robert Alexander Bryden, who is listed within the Dictionary of Scottish Architects. The building, now owned by City Property, is in need of repair. However, it still boasts of much of the original features, such as, the arches, the plaque dedicated to the former headmaster - John B. Freebairn M.A - and a plaque of Queen Victoria. It is clear that what seemed to be a plain building from the outside had a very attractive interior. The building is now hosting tenants who have customised each of the original classrooms into office purpose rooms, and part of the tours organised will include visits to previous classrooms and some of the organisations who are now based there.

]]> The 67ft tower in Scots Baronial style was designed by William Fraser and completed in 1898 as a memorial to the poet in the place where he first rose to fame. ?It houses limited displays and excellent views of Ayrshire and is now open to the public by appointment.?

]]> The National Decommissioning Centre (NDC) opened its doors officially earlier this year as a partnership between the Oil & Gas Technology Centre (OGTC) and the University of Aberdeen. NDC is a dedicated research facility focusing on reducing costs, extending field and asset life, and transforming the conventional approach to decommissioning.

Visitors will have access to two buildings and will be able to find out about the ongoing research and the exciting plans for the near future. NDC North houses a high-tech digital visualisation hub, where videos, images and digital activities will be presented by researchers. NDC South accommodates a technical hangar including specialist equipment and two water tanks, where practical demonstrations will be shown.

*Guided tours only at 10am, 12pm, 1:30pm and 3pm. To book call Fiona Barr on 01224-274401 or e-mail f.l.barr@abdn.ac.uk

]]> In addition to artworks displayed at the Scottish National Gallery, the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, and the Scottish National Portrait Gallery, the National Galleries of Scotland stores over 5,000 artworks in the Granton Art Centre. This Centre is Scotland?s first purpose-built art store, providing 1,300 square-metres of secure, climate-controlled storage space. During Doors Open Day 2019, the Centre will be open for behind-the-scenes tours including a short presentation on recent developments, an overview of how the Centre is currently used, and an insight into future plans.

Guided tours: (booking opens 2nd September)
10:00 – 11:15
11:30 – 12:45
13:15 – 14:30
14:45 – 16:00.

These 4 tours are ticketed and tickets must be booked in advance via https://www.nationalgalleries.org/whats-on or contact the Information Desk, Scottish National Gallery on +44 (0)131 624 6200.

Please note booking in person is not possible at Granton Art Centre. Free street parking and disabled parking by prior arrangement.

]]> Perhaps best known for the treatment of decompression sickness, “the bends”, this unique facility provides a range of services to the subsea industry.

]]> The National Library of Scotland is Scotland?s largest library. Take this opportunity to learn more about the collections and the history of its impressive building. See behind the scenes, including a visit to ?The Void, a rarely seen area beneath George IV Bridge. Along with our main exhibition about Scotland?s role in the Enlightenment, there will also be special displays on Doors Open Day about the history, architecture, and opening of the National Library building in 1956.

Booking opens 2nd September via: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/doors-open-day-2019-at-the-national-library-of-scotland-tickets-69706041647

]]> The National Library of Scotland?s Causewayside Building is an iconic piece of modern architecture, which has recently undergone major renovations. The range of activities it houses include: acquisitions, cataloguing, conservation, digitisation, map consultation and storage.

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Go behind the scenes on a tour of our state-of-the-art collections research centre in Edinburgh. On this guided tour you'll see how we access, research and prepare collections not on display, meeting specialists from our curatorial and collections care teams to learn more about how we look after our internationally important collections.�

]]> The Award winning pavilion designed by Smith Scott Mullan Associates sits beside Strathclyde Park Loch. The national training facility has an indoor rowing-tank and state-of-the-art equipment making it one of the most advanced centres in Europe. The building reflects the ethos of rowing - lightweight, open and technical - with its structure exposed and components visible. It responds well to the spectacular site, with glass walls overlooking the loch.

]]> The grand houses of the south side of Charlotte Square were built by Robert Reid to Robert Adam's design of 1791, though without the sphinxes. Nos 26-31 have been restored and converted to provide new headquarters for the National Trust for Scotland (Simpson & Brown Architects, 1997).�

]]> A four-storey 18th Century Category B listed, Victorian townhouse in the Kelvingrove Park conservation area. Visit the home of the National Youth Orchestras of Scotland and enjoy classical and jazz music performed live by Scotland's finest young musicians.

Visit the home of the National Youth Orchestras of Scotland and enjoy classical and jazz music performed live by some of Scotland's finest young musicians.

The NYOS office and events space is a four-storey, 18th Century, Grade B-listed, early Victorian townhouse on a prominent terrace which overlooks Sauchiehall Street in the Kelvingrove Park conservation area.

The Building was built in 1840 and first entered onto the Sasine register on 25 September 1841. The first owners/developers were James Brown and John Carrick, trustees of architectural firm Brown & Carrick

Subsequent incumbents include Architect, John Honeyman, National Mutual Life Assurance and St Andrews Bridge Club.

NYOS took ownership of the first floor and basement of the building in 1992 and subsequently purchased the second and third floors in 2014. The entire building underwent extensive internal and external refurbishment from 2014-2015, thanks in part to a grant from Glasgow City Heritage Trust. Particular attention was paid to restoring all remaining original features including ornate cornicing, spectacular central copula, pillared entrance and original curved, ornate stairwell.

The National Youth Orchestras of Scotland is unique in providing a complete orchestral experience for its students aged between 8 and 25, through its comprehensive pathway of orchestras, jazz bands, chamber ensembles and an ever-expanding outreach programme.

]]> NCR has had a significant presence in the Dundee since 1946. Now located in the Discovery Centre off the Kingsway. This is a unique opportunity to see behind the scenes of the NCR research and development centre for banking solutions. Home to over 550 associates specialising in hardware and software engineering, design, marketing and support. Over 1.7million NCR ATMs have been shipped globally, all designed in Dundee.

Guided tours will lead visitors through key stages in NCR Dundee’s history, showcase the latest products, provide an insight into the development process steps. In addition visitors will see the unique artworks recently created in collaboration with Open/Close Dundee.

NCR Corporation is a leader in omni-channel solutions, turning everyday interactions with businesses into exceptional consumer experiences. With its software, hardware, and portfolio of services, NCR enables nearly 700 million transactions daily across banking and commerce. NCR solutions run the everyday transactions that make your life easier. NCR is headquartered in Atlanta, USA, with about 30,000 employees globally and does business in 180 countries.

The building was completed in November 2001. Designed by James F Stephen Architects.

]]> The site and building of what is now Neilston Parish Church has been a local focal point for celebrating key life events (baptisms, marriages and funerals) and weekly Christian worship in the village of Neilston for hundreds of years.

There has been a Christian presence in Neilston since medieval times. It is believed Monks travelled firstly from Glasgow and then after 1163AD from Paisley Abbey over the Fereneze Braes via the ‘Monks Trail’ to conduct worship. At the Reformation, the Church passed to the reformed Church of Scotland. The building is an excellent example of 18^th century ecclesiastical architecture.

Outside the Church is the burial ground, now closed, but served the parish for generations. The oldest marked stone is dated 1703.

At the gates are the ‘roundhouses’, the circular one (left of the gate) was the original Session House which was used by the Church Elders to collect money for the Poor Fund.

We are fortunate to have a good quality Church organ and benefit from organ recitals by visiting organists.

The current congregation, as well as being custodians of a well-loved local building with a rich history, continue to serve God and are a visible Christian presence in the community. The Church continues to be used for weekly Sunday worship and there are a number of groups and organisations for a range of age groups and interests connected to the Church which meet at other times.

]]> Come and conquer Nelson's Tower and enjoy one of the best views across Moray. Completed in 1812 in memory of Admiral Nelson, the tower offers fantastic views over Forres and surrounds. With artefacts, a children's quiz and volunteers on hand to answer questions, a visit to the Tower is a great trip out.

www.forresheritage.co.uk

]]> As part of the week-long open studios event, artist St?phanie Vandem will open the doors to her studio, giving visitors the chance to view completed works, as well as see the artist in action.

www.northeastopenstudios.co.uk

]]> The Caledonian Canal, opened in 1822, was designed by Thomas Telford. The impressive Neptune's Staircase is the longest lock staircase in Britain, with a series of eight locks. Today the canal is a busy working waterway, welcoming a variety of boats. The towpaths are havens for wildlife, and are great places to explore on foot or bike.

]]> The Church was built and opened in 1901 on a steeply sloping site to a design by William Mackintosh. The style is early Gothic revival with walls of Tarradale stone. The congregation, which was founded in 1787, belonged to the United Free Church which united with the Church of Scotland in 1929. Configuration of the site led to halls being built below the Sanctuary. Inside, there are some notable stained glass works.

]]> A WW1-WW2 battery, comprising lookout tower, gun emplacements and accommodation buildings. Used to protect the Hoy Sound approach to Scapa Flow, which was the base for the British Fleet.

]]> One of 4 new school buildings designed in the same architectural style under a Public-Private Finance Initiative. 3 storey crisply articulated T-block, top-lit with a strong gable treatment at its northern end.

]]> 2017 is the 200th anniversary of the opening of New Calton Burial Ground. Join the Friends for a tour of this historic graveyard, a secret treasure within the World Heritage Site. Hear about its controversial creation before it became the City's most beautiful burial landscape. We will introduce you to some of the citizens who shaped Edinburgh's New Town, as well as unsung heroes and eccentric figures from the rich tapestry of Edinburgh life during Victorian times.

]]> Located within the Blairhill and Dunbeth Conservation Area, New College Lanarkshire, Coatbridge Campus was built as Scotland's first College in the later 19th century. As Coatbridge moved away from the traditional heavy industries in the 1970's, the College also changed its focus. In 1984 work began on extending the original college building further to include sports facilities, beauty salons and computer suites. The two halves of the college have recently been linked by a central atrium, 101 PARK ST, which provides space for conferencing and events.101 PARK ST is a modern and unique wedding, conference and meeting facility positioned in the landscape of North Lanarkshire. Ideally located 20 minutes from Glasgow and 40 minutes from Edinburgh, 101 PARK ST offers an exceptional setting for any event.Our contemporary and stylish meeting rooms offer delegates a comfortable and spacious setting for meetings; with our large auditorium accommodating up to 250 people for larger events. Our impressive glass atrium and main hall will provide the ideal setting for any bridal party, offering boutique-style spaces to showcase their important day.Our professional management team are passionate about all events, and with a wealth of experience they will ensure all of your needs are fulfilled.For all enquiries, please contact our events team on ENQUIRIES@101PARKST.COM or telephone 01236 460 101.

]]> Founded in 1965 in the realisation that Glasgow is one of the finest remaining Victorian cities in the world, the society has always had strong architectural leanings, but it rapidly developed wider interests to meet the challenges of large scale transportation and industrial planning.

The aims of the Society are;

To promote, encourage and stimulate public interest in, and care for, the beauty, history and character of the city of Glasgow and its surroundings.

To encourage high standards of architecture and town planning in the Glasgow region in co-operation with other interested organisations where appropriate.

To encourage the preservation, development and improvement of features of general public amenity or historic interest.

To pursue these ends by means of meetings, exhibitions, lectures, publications, conferences, publicity and the promotion of schemes of a charitable nature.

]]> Building began in 1807 (James Gillespie Graham) on the site of an earlier church of 1649, and within the original settlement established by Paisley Abbey in 1232. The church was extended and the tower built in 1888 (Hugh McLure).

The church has a very fine collection of stained glass windows by Stephen Adam, Alfred and Gordon Webster, Norman M Macdougall, C E Stewart, James Ballantine and Eilidh Keith.

]]> The oldest surviving building in the Monklands, the church has recently been restored and features some fine stained glass. The bell tower was once used as a local prison and a small exhibition will be mounted on the day.

]]> The New Palace Theatre was named in honour of the first theatre pipe organ to be transplanted into the building, that instrument being the remains of the Hilsdon unit organ from the Palace Picture House, Princes Street, Edinburgh. The New Palace Theatre houses the National Institute for Theatre Organ Studies with its archives reference, and tuition material and also houses two completely contrasting theatre pipe organs, one a typical, small, 'mass produced' cinema pipe organ, the other, a large and unique orchestral pipe organ.�

]]> Temporary exhibition chronicling the evolving design for the new building for the Scottish Parliament going up across Holyrood Road. Using a variety of media, including architectural models, plans and computer images, you can view the design of the building that will be the permanent home of the Scottish Parliament.�

]]> New Register House is one of Scotland’s most important buildings where National Records of Scotland provides some of its public services. It was designed by Robert Matheson as the home of civil registration in Scotland and opened in 1861.

Its centrepiece is the Dome, a large and striking circular chamber, over 27m (90 feet) high, which consists of five tiers of ironwork shelving and galleries. It’s of considerable interest as a piece of 19th century functional architecture and structural engineering.

GLOBAL CONNECTIONS

National Records of Scotland preserves the primary records for understanding all aspects of Scotland’s history, its people, government, economy and society. These records can inspire and engage communities across Scotland and the world, as their own heritage is revealed.

ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:

30-minute tours of New Register House and Archivists’ Garden, 10:30 – 15:30. Advance booking is essential, informing us of any special access requirements on tour routes.

Email: customerservices@scotlandspeople.gov.uk or

Telephone: 0131 314 4300 (Mon – Fri 09:00 – 12:00)

https://www.nrscotland.gov.uk/research/visit-us/events-talks-and-visits

Please note, that only the tours must be booked in advance: visitors are welcome to drop in on the day to New Register House and engage with other activities available and NRS staff.

https://www.nrscotland.gov.uk/research/visit-us/events-talks-and-visits

Visitors are advised that the tours will entail a degree of walking and climbing stairs and are recommended to wear suitable footwear

]]> New St Andrew’s Parish Church, Coatbridge was formed on 28 October 2008 by the union of Clifton Parish Church and St Andrew’s Parish Church. The new united congregation meets in the former St Andrew’s building which is a listed building.

]]> No two allotments are the same - and this is very true at NVG.

Take a relaxing stroll into the secret gardens of Pollokshields!

In the Gardens we nurture and care for the important things - we grow food to nourish the body, flowers to give us peace and enjoyment on those rare sunny days and when the weather changes we care for the wildlife in our ponds and in the air, providing safe and warm habitats over the winter months.� We like to share it with the community too, at our popular spring and summer shows, and on Doors open day you can enjoy free access to most of the plots.� Take a walk around and steal ideas for your garden, ask an experienced gardener nosey questions and breath in the atmosphere of this urban wildlife haven in the suburbs.� You may be inspired to get an allotment yourself!

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]]> New Wellwynd was built in 1834 as the first Church of Scotland in Airdrie. The C listed church contains fine stained glass windows and has a superb three manual organ built by JJ Binns

The Church is opened September to June every Friday from 10.00 to 12.00 noon.

]]> This 15th century castle is mainly associated with Patrick Maxwell. His achievements in elegantly extending Newark are diminished by his notoriety for murdering two neighbours and beating his wife of 44 years and mother of his 16 children. The Castle is managed by Historic Scotland and offers excellent views over the Firth of Clyde.

]]> The archaeologists at Newbarns have been working since 2002 on a multi-period site, starting with Neolithic burials and ending with Medieval features. Find out what happened in prehistoric times when a person died. Where did they go? A chance to explore a fascinating place inhabited through the Iron Age and on into Medieval times.

As a Scottish Archaeology Month and DOD highlight, Alastair Penman of the Stewartry Archaeological Trust will offer tours of the site at 11am and 2.30pm on both Saturday and Sunday.

Take this opportunity to try your hand as an archaeologist (tools will be available), view the artefacts the digs have uncovered and hear about the Trust’s investigations and theories. Please wear stout footwear and midge cream!

]]> A large country house, conservatory and walled garden dating from 1893. The house and garden are now run as a social enterprise promoting sustainable living. Visit the house and peace garden and see the home-grown food. Learn about the workshops, venue hire and accommodation that are on offer. There will also be apple pressing available on the day.

www.newboldtrust.org

]]> The tour shows a section of Leith Harbour, and the Western Harbour development, included within the 360º image is a drone flyby of the area too.
Accessibility note: N/A]]> In 1879 Newhaven Station was opened along with other stations built for passengers between North Leith and the Caledonian Station on Princess Street. The railway line closed, with the final train leaving the station on the 28th April 1962. Newhaven is the only survivor of the five Caledonian Railway Stations on the Leith Branch Line. The front façade and the internal conversion work is complete and may be of interest to those who have visited before. The old station now offers desk space to rent.]]> A publicly accessible green lung in an urban setting, this 14 acre cemetery dating from 1846 is a peaceful haven and wildlife sanctuary supporting biodiversity, in the care of City of Edinburgh Council. Architect David Cousin followed 19th century ?garden cemetery movement? principles in its layout, also designing the Victorian Gothic entrance lodge and the Romanesque catacombs. Friends of Newington Cemetery will be on hand to point out features of interest, including links to graves of folk with global connections.

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A publicly accessible green lung in an urban setting, this 14 acre cemetery dating from 1846 is a peaceful haven and wildlife sanctuary supporting biodiversity, in the care of City of Edinburgh Council. Architect David Cousin followed 19th century “garden cemetery movement” principles in its layout, also designing the Victorian Gothic entrance lodge and the Romanesque catacombs. Friends of Newington Cemetery will be on hand to point out features of interest, including links to graves of folk with global connections.

GLOBAL CONNECTIONS

There are a number of graves of notable and less well-known local people whose work and life had a global reach.

www.newington-cemetery.org.uk

]]> Impressive perpendicular Gothic revival style church with beautiful WW1 memorial stained glass windows. Explore our recently discovered WW1 archives, and hear music played by talented young people. See how the building has evolved into a thriving community space for over 20 multi-generational organisations.

The architect appointed was Mr H.E.Clifford of Glasgow and work was completed in 1899. It has Class B listing. There is a beautiful oak pulpit, communion table and choir stalls. There is also an impressive stone Baptismal font. The main windows to the church are arched with ornate stone mullions and transoms known as tracery. All windows have leaded glass panes. There are two beautiful WW1 memorial stained glass windows. Come and hear music played by talented young people! The WW1 archive includes a Roll of Honour, handcrafted in 1915, letters to local hospitals detailing entertainments to wounded soldiers, war risk insurance documents, an honourable discharge signed by King George V and much more. The young people of the church will guide you through these archives - linking past to present. There are 20 multi-generational organisations using the building and halls today. Come and meet them and find out what they offer the local community.

]]> In 1739 a congregation of worshippers from Mearns, Eaglesham and Neilston formed and decided to build a church in what we now know as Newton Mearns. The church took four years to build. The present church is the fourth, and second to be built on the present site. Built in 1939 to meet the needs of a growing community, it was dedicated in December of that year.

Occupying a prime location at the intersection of the roads north, south east and west it became known as the Church at the Cross and the name continues with our Junior Church children adopting the name Kids@thecross.

We have two beautiful stained glass windows in memory of lives lost in both World Wars, but also modern windows reflecting the young people of our church.

]]> Back in 1916 "energetic townsman" George Couldson brough the movies to Newton Stewart in the silent days of magic lantern shows and tinkling pianos. It must have gone down well, for in 1933 the Galloway Gazette advertised the grand opening of the "handsome new picture house" complete with seating for 490 people and "commodious cloakrooom accommodation for ladies and gentlemen". To complete the effect Mr. Gouldson puchased three white marble statues (including a six foot Nubian Slave by Rosetti) from a sale at Cally Mansion House in Gatehouse and placed them in the cinema entrance hall.

The art deco cinema's fortunes rose and fell with those of the film industry in the second half of the 20th century. The cinema closed in 1968, was rescued from developers and re-opened, only to close again in 1991. But Newton Stewart had not finished it's love affair with the silver screen, and by the mid 1990s the Save The Cinema Committee had formed and working with huge determination and enthusiasm, raised grants sufficient to succeed in re-opening the cinema in 1997.

]]> Fifteen months ago we asked the Edinburgh firm of Simpson and Brown to look at the site of the old Community Hall and design a centre fit for the 21st century that the population of Inveraray would be proud to own. We have a design to show the people and we need the residents of Inveraray to choose what they would like to do within the centre.

]]> This historic site has origins dating back to c1296 when Nigg church ran East to West. During the Reformation of 1560 the altar was removed and a central pulpit added. Rebuilt in 1626 with the addition of a north aisle, and later in 1729 with the further addition of three lofts (galleries). Nigg Old Church is a fine example of a post Reformation T - shaped Scottish Parish Church. The richly carved Nigg Cross Slab is housed at the west end of the church. Above the Cross Slab is the poor loft, which, partitioned off in 1853, is now accessible to visitors. The church was the starting point for the religious revival which began in 1739 and was to influence much of the north of Scotland.

Nigg Old Church is enjoyed today by visitors from all over the world as a calm and special place and on Christmas Eve, filled with local families singing carols at the atmospheric candlelight service.

]]> Nilupul Centre has refurbished meeting halls which have always been used for peaceful purposes, acting as a traditional place of worship for members of Dundee's Tibetan Buddhist Community. The centre also incorporates the distinctive Nilupul Foodbar and Shop selling hand-made goods from Tibet, Nepal, Thailand and Sri Lanka. Find out about our classes, workshops and MBSR (Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction) training courses and Complementary Therapies offering help to individuals and communities throughout Dundee and surrounding areas.

]]> Former Ardrossan Parish Church built 1773 given major renovation. Fine mediaeval stone sarcophagus, portrait of Archibald, 13th Earl of Eglinton, a painting of Eglinton Castle, and a huge projector from the 1930s which was used at Barrfields in Largs, are amongst the varied exhibits. Current exhibition showcases all the different museums in North Ayrshire, and you never knew we have so many!

For the first time, we are delighted to welcome Captain Betsy Miller to the Centre! Betsy was the first registered female ship's captain who sailed from Saltcoats during the latter half of the 19th century. She will greet you and take you on a walking tour round her Saltcoats visiting her place of birth, the harbour where she sailed and her burial place before arriving back for some rations. Tours take place at 10 a.m. and at 2 p.m., free but places must be booked in advance on 01294 464 174.

]]> Listed Category B. Originally the Free Church of Scotland designed by A & W Reid, Elgin. Plain Gothic revival design and simple interior with impressive modern stained glass including a circular window of 1967 depicting the risen Christ. Interesting collection of communion ware and tokens, some from the linked Rothiemay Parish Church.

]]> Listed Category B. Duncan MacMillan, architect 1878-9. Substantial Gothic Revival building the tower topped with a crown. Lofty interior with gallery supported by slender cast-iron columns; panelled pulpit.

]]> This Classical Revival church, together with the Arts Centre opposite, makes for an extremely grand entrance to Queen Street. It was originally known as the 'Fiddle Kirk' when, before the installation of the organ, it had its own orchestra.

]]> The architecturally designed award-winning garden landscape at North Edinburgh Arts was created during 2014 on former brownfield land adjacent to the principal Arts Centre Building. From a design perspective, it has been recognised for excellence via awards from the Scottish Urban Regeneration Forum, Scottish Civic Trust and Place Making UK.

The garden is a multi-themed greenspace focusing on providing access to artistic expression, community play-space and horticultural growing, with a primary focus on sustainable communities, cultural interpretation and environmental awareness.

GLOBAL CONNECTIONS

The area within which North Edinburgh Arts is located has a diverse and fascinating cultural heritage, reflecting its place as an interface between the Edinburgh Waterfront and the City. We work with a range of local history groups and community members to interpret local heritage in all its forms, taken from the areas important industrial and social history that forms an integrated context within a broad global influence.

ACTIVITIES

Guided tours of the garden and the opportunity to visit the North Edinburgh Arts Building.

Children’s play activities

Refreshments available from the café.

https://northedinburgharts.co.uk/about-neg/

]]> You can learn how to research your family tree using our archive and genealogy material and view our exhibition of documents and local artwork in the St Fergus Gallery.

]]> Join in on a weekend of events at North Lanarkshire Council's Bellshill Complex which houses the Transport Waste Management and Land Management. Transport activities include a MOT workshop, refueling and parking for some of the council vehicles. Events will include See the Council Fleet, Tours of the Workshop and salt dome, Come and see what happens to your recycling and Come and try an electric vehicle (please note a driving licence is required for this event). Climbing wall, mountain biking and make your own smoothie on the smoothie bike.

]]> North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre is a 1996 purpose-built design by architects Andrew Merrylees, Grierson and Robertson.

The centre showcases the area's museums collections through a changing exhibition programme as well as kids and adult activities.

Enjoy behind-the-scenes tours of the extensive archives, an exhibition on the history of the Motherwell area, with magnificent views from the tower, and children's arts and crafts

Various talks, tours and activities from 10.30am-3.30pm, centre open from 9:30am - 4:30pm

Join us for Doors Open Day on Saturday 21st September:

Family-friendly behind-the-scenes tours of our archives, local studies and object stores at 1.30pm and 3pm FREE
New exhibition Rhyme & Reason (explore the world of North Lanarkshire’s local poets) FREE
11am-12noon talk by archivist Wiebke McGhee on Poems, Songs and Stories from North Lanarkshire Archives FREE
10.30-11.00am Bookbug session (for children 0-4) FREE
12.30-3.30pm Family Activities (£2)
Tower exhibition about the history of the Motherwell area FREE
Magnificent views from our viewing tower
Garden play area
Shop and WCs

]]> A welcome to the world of Northlands Creative Glass of Caithness.

]]> The Light Tower was built in 1817 by the famous lighthouse engineer Robert Stevenson. After restoration, and now managed by the NQHT, the tower has reopened on the old Town Pier. Located right alongside the light tower is our Forth Bridge & Light Tower mini-museum.

]]> North Ronaldsay Lighthouse is the tallest land based lighthouse in the UK. The oldest intact lighthouse in Scotland. The last working foghorn station in Scotland.

The working mill turning North Ronaldsay fleeces into yarn. Exhibitions on Island life and Lighthouses. Beautiful fresh food served in the cafe. Wonderful range of wool and lighthouse products in the gift shop.

]]> 84 George Street has been the offices of the Commissioners of Northern Lights since 1832.˜ Built in 1786 as part of James Craig?s New Town development, the original fa?ade is almost unchanged since its construction.˜ Acquiring No. 82 in the late 1960?s both buildings were renovated and developed into a single office, which included a workshop and engineering facility within the basement.˜ The basement underwent a complete refurbishment in 2016/17 and is now a conference and meeting space for NLB.

]]> Built as a Highland Games venue for the Northern Meeting Society in 1864, the Northern Meeting Park is a green oasis of tranquillity close to the centre of Inverness, which serves as a sports facility and occasional concert venue. It is believed that this may be the earliest and best surviving purpose built Highland Games venue in Scotland.

The Northern Meeting Park was sold to Inverness Town Council in 1946 and it is now owned by The Highland Council but managed by Highlife Highland. It is opening for Highland Doors Open Days thanks to the Northern Meeting Park Group, a locally based community group established with the aim of taking the park into community ownership. There are also plans to conserve and upgrade the pavilion building to allow it to accommodate a range of new facilities and services.

During the Doors Open days opening, visitors will be able to enjoy the grounds of the park between 10-4 so why not bring along some games or a picnic? There will also be a small exhibition about the Park’s history and information about the Northern Meeting Park Group’s plans.

]]> Viking heritage, and the work of local sculptor and archaeologist John Nicolson (c 1843-1934).

]]> This 'B' listed villa is part of an individually ornamented and asymmetrical double villa that was built to resemble one large house.

]]> Norwoodville is an iconic twin-pedimented villa in Pollokshields, now renovated as a Mosque and Madrasa. It has unique �Thomsonesque� features such as an alcove decorated with an intricate mirror mosaic.

Norwoodville is an iconic twin pedimented villa in Pollokshields, Europe's first planned green suburb. It was built circa 1878 as a residential dwelling and is described as a "Thomsonesque" Villa.

In the 1920s, it was converted into a Synogogue and served the local Orthodox Jewish community of Pollokshields for over 60 years. In 1988, the then vacant building was acquired by Taleem ul Islam Trust for the growing Muslim community. After being extensively renovated in 2006, the building serves as a Mosque and Madrasa; a unique place of worship and study.
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]]> Created by engineer Alan Stevenson and completed in 1849 by Robert Arnot, Inverness. Style of lantern, with diagonal instead of vertical framing, was first used by Stevenson at Noss Head and adopted as the standard pattern for the service. The original lamp is now in the museum in Wick.

]]> Notre Dame High School is one of four schools in the Inverclyde PPP Project. It has been designed by Archial Architects for a capacity of 850 pupils and incorporates the 40 place Stella Maris Communication and Language Unit. It has been designed as a low energy use school and built to a high specification for environmental design.

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Joe and his wife have a number of renewable technologies along with energy efficiency measures installed in their home.

In 2001, they installed a wood-burning stove to save resources and generate heat with wood sourced from the surrounding grounds.

They later self-installed a solar water heating system that provides the home with roughly half of its hot water needs. Following this, they had a solar PV system installed.

They have a wood pellet boiler which is also the cooker.

The property also benefits from insulation to ensure that no heat escapes through un-insulated walls, floors and roof spaces.

Joe will be delighted to show you the benefits of the technologies they've installed and the savings made.

To arrange an appointment between 10am - 4pm on Sunday 9 September, please contact Anne McGonigle on 01292 525512/521896.

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The unassuming exterior of this wee house in Ecclefechan, near Lockerbie, belies its significance in Scottish history. The house was constructed by Thomas Carlyle’s father and uncle – both local stonemasons – and is a fine example of Scottish 18th-century vernacular architecture.

When Thomas Carlyle was 13, he left Ecclefechan and walked 84 miles to Edinburgh, to attend university.

The Arched House has remained virtually untouched since 1881, when it first opened to the public with the Carlyle House Memorial Trust, started by Carlyle’s niece soon after his death.

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]]> Nucleus: The Nuclear and Caithness Archives are home to the archives of the UK civil nuclear industry and the historical archives of the county of Caithness.

The records of the nuclear industry date back over seventy years and include plans, drawings, photographs, film, microfiche and documents. These have previously been held at various sites across the UK including Snowdonia and Sellafield in Cumbria. The relocation to Wick will take several years to complete.

The archives of the county of Caithness date from 1469 to the present day and consist of documents in different formats including charters, minute books, correspondence, maps, photographs and plans.

Nucleus opened to the public in 2017 and aims to provide a unique visitor experience for those wishing to carry out research or delve in their family history. The archive has a unique design and has won several architectural awards. The Nucleus community engagement programme aims to promote Nucleus and its collections to the wider community.

]]> The castle was first mentioned in a document of 1372. It was occupied by the Graham family for many years, protected on the east and south sides by Mugdock Loch, which was of much greater size during the Middle Ages than today.

Disabled access to the Visitor Centre only.

]]> The Old East Parish Church on Farmeloan Road first opened its doors in 1904. Like most churches during this time period its uses were not restricted to religious activities. Indeed, throughout its history the church hall played host to a literary society, Women?s Meetings and even hosting a TV showing of the Queen?s Coronation to a packed out hall.

It was in 1983 that the Rutherglen and Cambuslang Housing Association took ownership of the building and converted the hall into offices while the construction of the Aspire Business Centre was completed.

In 2014 First Minister Alex Salmond announced new capital funding investment as part of the Commonwealth Games Legacy. With the help of Clyde Gateway, Healthy n Happy were able to purchase the building and work towards creating an exciting new community venue.

It was the following year that Healthy n Happy were able to move into the premises. Following a complete refurbishment, a new community hub, Number 18 was ready to open its doors to the public.

Our two ground floor meeting rooms are perfect for large gatherings or private one to ones. Fitted with Smart board technology the larger room is also great for courses and classes. Upstairs our events and venue space can be used for a range of purposes, including live music, arts n crafts and movie nights. The third floor is home to Cambuslang and Rutherglen?s community radio station, CamGlen Radio 107.9FM. Up there you can normally find its friendly volunteer?s interviewing an up and coming band, preparing shows or creating a new jingle.

]]> Oakvale is a typical large Edinburgh Victorian villa built sometime in the 1870's. Originally intended to be a cathedral, the building has been used as a private residence, a convent and now a funeral home. It is the head office of William Purves, Scotland's largest group of independent funeral directors.� Oakvale has magnificent reception rooms with ornate plasterwork, woodwork and fireplaces, as well as an original grand staircase and stained glass windows.

]]> The Oasis Youth Centre has its own state of the art recording studio, performance area, chill-out area, multi-media area and kitchen. It’s open Monday to Friday, and is used by lots of young people, sometimes for informal drop-ins, but also for the Duke of Edinburgh Award, Nithsdale Challenge, Young Parents’ Group and Music Nights.

Community Learning & Development Service Nithsdale works with young people aged 12 to 25 years old and is a Dumfries & Galloway Council Service.

You can also find out about volunteering opportunities and about youth services available within the Nithsdale Area.

]]> Acoustic screens and flexible seating rostra allow the 200 seat theatre to be converted to three separate teaching and rehearsal spaces so that the facility can be in use for the development of drama and dance throughout the year.

There is also a generous foyer which doubles as an exhibition and reception space. The detailing both internally and externally has been kept simple and practical. The metal curving wave-form roof brings relatively low eaves heights to minimise visual impact on the landscape and vistas around Gordonstoun.

]]> This former school now provides accommodation for part of the City Archives and for the City Analyst. In the Archives search room there will be a display of material from the collection, mainly featuring Old Aberdeen.

]]> Gravestones in the Old Aisle cemetery include Beatrice Clugston (local philanthropist), Alexander Bain (inventor of the electric clock and other pioneering innovations), John Ferguson (local politician and campaigner), the Aitken family (operators of passenger canal steamers on the Forth & Clyde Canal), Father Bonnyman (First post-Reformation Catholic priest in Kirkintilloch), David Gray (local poet) and John Green (English ganger murdered during the construction of the Edinburgh and Glasgow Railway).

For Door's Open Day there will be a guided Walk of the Cemetery, describing some of the most significant headstones, with biographical information on people buried there. There will be contributions on individual stones by different members of Kirkintilloch & District Society of Antiquaries.

There will also be an examination and description of the significant belfry at the entrance to the cemetery which was at one time occupied by local people overnight to watch for people trying to steal bodies for medical research; and a description of the site of the Spider Bridge which spanned part of the cemetery until 1987, with information on its history.

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