Archerfield is a magnificent estate situated between Gullane and North Berwick with the Grade A listed Archerfield House lying at its heart. The estate affords magnificent views of Fidra Island and the Fife coastline beyond. No one could have imagined the uncertain future that lay ahead for Archerfield. Taken over by the British Army shortly after the outbreak of World War 2, the estate and its 18th Century house fell into inexorable decline in the decades that followed. Now, it has been meticulously restored to its former magnificence.

]]> Officially opened in 2001 by HRH Prince Charles, the Duke of Rothesay, Access at Ardgowan is a purpose-built 3 storey building by James F Kennedy of Crawford & Neill, Chartered Architects and Planning Supervisors for Ardgowan Hospice. The main building contractor was D McEwing & Sons. Within the building there is a range of services available providing information, advice and support to people living with cancer.

]]> Ruined 15th century castle, medieval church and graveyard, once the site of a Privy Council meeting and rumoured to be haunted by the ghost of William Wallace. Stronghold of the Eglinton clan and destroyed by the Cromwellian forces in mid 1600s.?

]]> David Thomson, 1875, in Early English style, recently restored. Notable stained glass by Clayton & Bell, L C Evetts, Crucifixion by J E W Guthrie, and Angel Gathering Tulips by Harrington Man; reredos paintings by William Hole. Saturday car boot sale till 14:00, with tea room and crafts. Sunday service 11:30.

]]> Category A church designed by Jack Coia and T Wharnett Kennedy, 1938, in red and yellow brick with red tiled roof and a simple, impressive interior.??New stained glass by Lighthouse Glass of Irvine.? Parish Centre added 1997; the?Presbytery rebuilt 2006.

?

]]> Built 1858, eleven years after Ardrossan became a burgh, and used as town hall until 1946 when the Council and local Masonic Lodge St John RA No. 320 agreed that the Lodge take over the building.?

Exterior stonework restored 1997/8 with assistance from national and local bodies. Original town clock.

]]> The Ardshiel Hotel was once home to one of Campbeltown’s wealthy distilling families. It was designed and built in 1877 by prominent Victorian architect, John Burnet Senior, and over the past four years has been lovingly restored to its former glory – visitors can enjoy many of its original features and find out about its connections with the town’s distilling history. http://www.ardshiel.co.uk/ 

]]> �Argyle House is a marvel of brutalist architecture: designed in 1967, it�s a bold architectural statement and an astonishing contrast with the backdrop of Castle Rock�. The collectively- run ForestCentrePlus occupies three floors of the office complex, offering a gallery, studios, writing rooms, artists� facilities and workshop spaces.�

www.theforest.org.uk

]]> Historic Kilmun describes the visitor centre within St Munns church, the Argyll Mausoleum, the collegiate tower and surrounding ancient graveyard. From our earliest gravestone, dated at about 700 AD to the beautiful stained glass and water organ of the 19th century church this site represents Scotlands history. We have the grave of the first woman doctor in the UK, and her bible. We have almost all of the Dukes of Argyll, one of Scotlan?s most influential families, We mort safes to prevent grave robbing and some amazing gravestones. A bronze statue created by Princess Louise, the 4th daughter of Queen Victoria, and a golden boar?s head. The collegiate church tower where the Lamonts murdered the Campbells, shortly before the Campbells retaliated by surrounding Toward Castle and when the Lamonts surrendered, executing them.

The mausoleum although built in 1795 was renovated and rebuilt by the 9th Duke of Argyll and has an amazing cast iron domed roof created by the shipyards of the Clyde.

The whole site should be open apart from during the church service on Sunday morning.

?

]]> Arlington Baths Club built in 1870 is the oldest private club of its kind in Europe. A fine example of Victorian architecture, the main facade is well proportioned and gives an effect of modest Classicism. Don�t miss the stunning Turkish Suite!

Originally built during 1871 the building is a fine example of Victorian Architecture of the time. The Club opened on 1 August 1871 with membership drawn from the local area. Members appeared first thing in the morning before work and returned in the evening before going home in a regular twice daily ritual. In 1885 a Turkish Room plus ancillary accommodation was added allowing membership to increase to 600. This Glaswegian homage to the Alhambra with its tiled walls and floors beehive roof studded with star shaped coloured windows sufficient only to light the space dimly, calmed bathers as they reclined on benches in super-heated seclusion. By 1893 architect Andrew Myles added an additional Reading Room and Billiard Room to the south end of the existing building in the form of a single storey with service space below and extended the facade of the building. A third extension was added presumably by Myles which moved the entrance from the centre of the Burnet building to what now emerged as a kind of interregnum between the two phases of the street frontage. This was developed separately as an entrance leading to a grand staircase, which in turn led to the reading room and billiard room on the first floor. Myles emphasised this by means of a triple arched entrance and steps with a five arched loggia above. In 1902, architect Benjamin Conner extended the front wall of the original building directly upwards to create a larger billiard room and long gallery which is now used as a gym, lit by a regular rhythm of single windows.

Tours: Sat-Sun every half hour 10am-4pm; 30 minutes

??Booking not required

Tour meeting point: Members Lounge

]]> The Paton Street Drill hall was built in the late 19th century as the offices for Mid Mill (where Tesco now stands). In 1908 is was taken over by the new Territorial Force when a gym and firing range were added. It was used by Lothian & Borders Horse and more recently as the HQ of 4th Battalion KOSB. It is currently the home of A Company 6 Battalion SCOTS.

]]> Listed Category A.

Mansion house on earlier site, c 1770. Thereafter additions 1826, William Robertson, and 1840, Thomas Mackenzie, both Elgin. Porte-cochere graces entrance front, circular terrace at east over cool store and substantial drum stairwell at rear. Elegant public rooms.

]]> Listed C(S). Core built as Parsonage for neighbouring Arradoul Episcopal chapel about 1835-6 probably to a design by William Robertson of Elgin for the Rev. Edward Lillingstone and his bride, Elizabeth Marjorie, daughter of Adam Gordon of Cairnfield, married at Arradoul 14 May, 1836. Adam Gordon closed and dismantled the chapel c 1840 after disagreement with a later incumbent. House enlarged c.1900. Delightful box hedges in garden.

]]> One of the oldest buildings in Granton, commissioned by the Duke of Buccleuch in Granton�s thriving industrial heyday, it was a pub for many years, fairly notorious as many locals would say. Currently, the building is taking on a new life and is being used by the Granton Improvements Society along with other organisations and individuals operating out of the shared space.

]]> ART PARK features a new educational facility, the Heritage Centre, showcasing the rich and diverse history of Bellahouston and the surrounding area as well as a contemporary art gallery and studios.

�

�

�

�

�

]]> Glasgow architecture is interpreted through a collection of distinctive, kaleidoscope, 3D effect collages. The artwork by local artist Marion Gardyne will draw your attention to the often overlooked or unnoticed features of buildings and invite you to look closer at the reconstructed, architectural detail.

Exhibition will be held at more than one place through the week of Glasgow Doors Open Day. To confirm opening times and for more information please go to:

http://www.thelighthouse.co.uk/visit/exhibition/artchitecture

�

]]> The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre is a Victorian Townhouse, built in 1881.The outstanding features of this property lies in its interior which is half-filled by a beautiful stair-hall with an engraved glass dome ceiling and ornate Baroque door cases. The French roof was added in 1886. It was the home of William McEwan, of The Fountain Brewery, who gifted The McEwan Hall to Edinburgh University as their graduation hall.

]]> Arts Centre & Theatre Aberdeen (ACT Aberdeen) are recognised nationally as an inclusive community hub which hosts arts activities across a wide demographic. With our ethos of everyone is entitled to an enriching cultural life, regardless of age or social circumstance, we are a truly intergenerational organisation, with performing arts tuition at the heart of what we do.

More than 80,000 individuals pass through the ACT doors each year, with over 40 professional, amateur and youth companies who rely on us as the only mid-scale theatre venue in the North East of Scotland. Our backbone is our 80 strong volunteer base, supporting our dedicated core staff, who continue to provide excellent service coupled with affordable performance, conference and rehearsal space for City and Shire organisations.

]]> Artspace is a unique building, set in a recently refurbished, B listed, former 1930’s primary school. The building is the heart of the Craigmillar community in Edinburgh and is the home to the John Maxwell Children’s Games and Amusements mural, originally completed in 1935. The building also contains a fully equipped theatre.

]]> Originally belonging to the Bishops of Glasgow this delightful and intimate building most likely sits on the site of its medieval predecessor. The L shaped plan contains oak panelling from the demolished Minto Church and memorials to the Cochran and Cree-Scott families. Well worth a visit.

]]> Designed by John F Matthew in 1927, housing a large lecture theatre and laboratories as well as a suite of rooms designed to house the collection and its curator. The large laboratory windows span from ceiling to bench level and face N and NE to gain an even light ideal for microscopy and other work. A decorative front entrance and a series of oval plaques in high relief, sculpted by Phyllis Bone, depict animals from each of the principal zoogeographical regions.

]]> This Category B listed building is owned by Dumfriesshire Freemasons, and, as its name suggests, was built in 1825 for assembly and celebration. Doonhamers will tell you it has the best dance floor in the southwest of Scotland. You will have a chance to see why by getting under the floor; and while you're at it go above the ceiling too in order to visit a long-hidden minstrel's gallery!You can also see round the Masonic Temple. Learn a bit about freemasonry in Dumfries. STB access category 2: assisted wheelchair.

]]> The Assembly Rooms officially opened in January 1787 and ever since, the building has been at the heart of special occasions and celebrations in the capital, hosting royalty, celebrities and nobility.

The venue has continued to evolve with the times, with major extensions and renovations, all the while maintaining its impressive Georgian grandeur and first-class hospitality.

We have a fantastic history here at the Assembly Rooms, not only as a significant building of social use, but as part of the historic Edinburgh New town’s heritage.

GLOBAL CONNECTIONS

These ideas, although over 230 years old are still continued today, not only on a local level but global as well. The venue regularly hosts international conferences, dinner and events and sits as one of the founding venues for the fringe and international festival which continues to welcome thousands of international and local visitors into our grandeur each year.

ACTIVITIES

Guided tours of the venue at 1pm, 2pm, 3pm and 4pm with our guides. Alternatively, feel free to wander and explore the venue on your own.

www.assemblyroomsedinburgh.co.uk

]]> The Assembly Roxy is a year round venue for theatre shows, events and functions. Run by Assembly Theatre Limited, the building houses three popular Edinburgh Festival Fringe spaces during August. A former Church known as the Holy Trinity Church and latterly Lady Glenorchy�s Parish Church in 1862, the building retains a number of original and beautiful features.
www.assemblyfestival.com
]]> A wonderful opportunity to visit a home where energy saving measures have been retro fitted, and discuss the pros and cons with the occupiers.?

]]> The Astley Ainslie is a rehabilitation hospital in the south of Edinburgh and the much-loved site comprises beautiful landscaped parkland. Established in 1921 thanks to a bequest from David Ainslie in memory of his nephew John Astley Ainslie. Canaan Park was the first building to be adapted for patient use, welcoming patients in 1923. The hospital became part of the National Health Service in 1948 and is scheduled to close in the next five years.

ACTIVITIES

SAT 28 SEPTEMBER:

The Travelling Darkroom with Photographer Natalie Feather in the Old School building 12:00 - 16:00 – Make your own black & white photographs choosing from a wide selection of negatives which have been taken from around the Astley Ainslie grounds and inside the buildings.

Walking Tours - Learn about the rich history of the site and the role of Astley Ainslie in the move from passive convalescence of patients to active rehabilitation and the introduction of Occupational Therapy. Places are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. 12.30 & 14.30. Walks take an hour approximately.

Guided Tours of the AAH Occupational Therapy Buildings : This 30-minute guided tour will be led by NHS Occupational Therapy staff. You will learn about the Astley Ainsley’s pivotal role in establishing Occupational therapy’s important place in health and social care in Scotland. Places are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Meet at the AAH Occupational Therapy buildings. 13:00, 14:14 & 15:30.

SUN 29 SEPTEMBER:

Cyanotype Photography in the Walled Garden with Photographer Natalie Feather. Make your own blue photograph using the power of sunlight to create an outline image of a flower.

Walking Tours, led by Dr Sara Stevenson, cultural historian and Dr Michelle Hipwell, health psychologist. Be prepared to be taken on a journey of the past, present and possible future of the site, combining story-telling and experiential explorations of the green spaces and landmarks. Places are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Meet at the AAH Cafe, near Canaan Lane entrance. 12.30 & 14.30. Walks take an hour approximately.

SAT 28 and SUN 29 SEPTEMBER

Capturing the Astley Ainslie Exhibition in the Old School building. This exhibition will showcase photographs of the interior and exterior of the historic hospital buildings as well as the beautiful landscaped grounds of the hospital, as part of a 5-month project led by Photographer Natalie Feather from May – Sep 2019.

]]> The recently refurbished and renamed Astoria Centre houses the last Ingram Cinema Organ in the world. A rare opportunity to see and hear the fully restored Ingram 2/4 organ which originated from The Astoria Cinema in Corstorphine, demolished in the 1970s.

]]> Off Great Western Road before cut-off for Erskine Bridge. Founded in 1823, the distillery is one of only a few remaining Lowland Malt Whisky Distilleries still in operation today. A hidden gem, rarely open for public tours, Auchentoshan Distillery is located only 20 minutes from the city centre. Auchentoshan produces a delicate, smooth and light Single Malt Whisky. The subtle aroma and flavour is achieved by the unique triple distillation process as opposed to twice elsewhere in Scotland. Join a tour with our distillery manager, Ronnie Learmond to see for yourself Auchentoshan's unique whisky production process. STB access category 1: unassisted wheelchair.

]]> The 'B' listed traditional farm steadiing was erected in the mid to late 19C and has been successfully converted to house the early years nursery.

]]> Built c.1760 by Lord Auchinleck, and inherited by his son James Boswell, biographer of Dr Johnson. Johnson visited the house in 1773. It is a fine example of an 18th century country villa. Classical design strongly influenced by Adam. Fine pediment with elaborate detail and quote from Horace about the contentment to be found in country life. Saved by the Scottish Building Preservation Trust. Restoration completed by the Landmark Trust with splendid plaster-work and period furniture.

]]>

Come and visit the abandoned 18th-19th Century "ferm toun" (farm town) with it's restored cruck farmed cottage. Be prepared for the 2.5 mile (4 km) uphill walk to the site. The settlement of Auchtavan (Gaelic for the field of two kids) is located at the head of Glen Fearder, sitting some 450 metres above sea level and looking across the River Dee to Lochnagar. It is a rare survival of a traditional Highland clachan or fermtoun. Small communities like these were home to countless generations in the centuries before the Industrial Revolution. Most of these settlements have disappeared and their houses now merely a scatter of stones but Auchtavan survived and has been restored. You will be able to visit the hingin lum cottage and the horsemill. The 20th century house on the site, once the Queen Mother's picnic cottage, will also be open for visitors.

*Auchtavan is situated approximately 6 miles north-east of Braemar. Vehicles can be parked in the lay-by opposite the turn-off signed Aberarder. It is then a 2.5 mile (4 km) up-hill walk to the settlement. The track passes through birch woods and open moorland and can be quite rough, walking shoes and outdoor clothing are recommended.

For further information please visit the Auchtavan website

]]> The Church and Crypt underwent major renovations and restoration in 2017. Visitors will be able to view and tour the church and grounds. The local History Group have produced a booklet detailing the history of the church and the surrounding area, and this will be available for visitors. The flower committee will have decorated the church which will also be open on the Saturday afternoon 2- 4pm.

]]> The Kirk invites you to enjoy peaceful contemplation in this beautiful setting. See our wonderful stained glass war memorial window, 17thC grave slabs, carved stone font and 1886 organ. All are welcome in this place.

]]> Augustine is a diverse, progressive Christian congregation of the United Reformed Church, with a rich history of global connections. Our four-storey building rises up from the Cowgate towards an elaborate tower that earned the church the nickname of “the bridecake” when it was opened in 1861.

Our permanent exhibition shares a story that began in one of the city’s most deprived areas and reflects our roots in the ‘Radical’ Scottish Reformation. Stained glass by Robert Burns (1869–1941) also featured.

GLOBAL CONNECTIONS
Augustine is collaborating with its tenant organisations Christian Aid and Jubilee Scotland to share examples of partnership and justice activism worldwide, from the church’s foundation to the present day.

ACTIVITIES

Refreshments, guided tours, displays

http://www.augustine.org.uk

]]> The museum at Kirkintilloch Cross is housed in the former parish church, dating from 1644. It contains displays covering all aspects of local history, but especially social and industrial history. Improvements in 2001 were awarded the Countess of Perth Trophy, one of the 'Scottish Museum of the Year' awards. The Museum has a regular display about 'The Romans in East Dunbartonshire'.

Coinciding with the 49th Annual Art Exhibtion, this year on Doors Open Day the Auld Kirk Museum will be having artist Geoff Foord as their Artist in Residence.

]]> The ruins of the Auld Kirk are those of the 5th (or maybe 6th) church to stand on this site since the earliest recorded church here in 1152 AD.

Many of the early Kings of Scots came to hunt in Selkirk Forest and their parliaments were held 'apud Scheleskirke'.

William Wallace, the Scottish patriot was proclaimed 'Guardian of Scotland' within the Kirk in March 1298.

The restored Murray Aisle contains the remains of the Murrays of Philiphaugh, one of whose members was a maternal ancestor of President Franklin D Roosevelt, USA.

]]> This church which dates from 1754-57 replaces a medieval church, part of which remains at the east end. The interior is all of 1898, by architect John Robertson who placed the pulpit to the west end, placed a very deep gallery to the east and Gothicised the vault and roof. Interesting stained glass and various murals and tombs dating from 16C. Excellent display of post-Reformation monuments.

]]> Fondly remembered by those who enjoyed the treat of eating in elegant surroundings, with crisp linen tablecloths and silver cutlery.

Largely unchanged interior with beautiful stained glass window and ornate plaster detailing, with original Art Nouveau features.

]]> Avertical World is Tayside’s dedicated indoor climbing centre, based in the former St Mary Magdalene Church. The climbing take advantage of the vaulted ceilings and the church’s old basement to create a unique local climbing facility.

Open for over 16 years, facilities and courses for novices and training for young and old climbers, whether it is bouldering, top roping or lead climbing. Progression through the National Indoor Climbing Award Scheme (NICAS) for youngsters.

Climbing is one of the up and coming sports and will be joining the next Olympics.

Open to all with climbs to suit novices through to experts. Member of the Association of British Climbing Walls. Kids, Family and Party sessions available. Walking distance from the city centre. Open 7 days year round.

]]> The church stands in the old graveyard on the Braehead in Avoch. The earliest record of a church on this site is 1493, then a second church was built in 1670 followed by this church built in 1870 as the first two were destroyed by fire. The first two churches were built from North to South so it was suggested that the third church was built East to West and perhaps the change would bring better fortune!

The church is a traditional style church with spire and bell tower. It features seven beautiful stained glass windows including work by Barnett of Newcastle and a historic pipe organ built by J R Miller of Dundee in 1907.

]]> Established 75 years ago when local authority secured land from Miss Campbell of Craigie House. ?The allotments have proved to be a popular local resource. ?

]]> One of Ayr's most beautiful rooms, the Art Department of Ayr Academy. The stunning Art Department was designed by a local architect in the style of Charles Rennie Mackintosh.

?

]]> Built in 1817 as the Theatre Royal, later Queens Rooms Theatre. Used as Baptist Church since 1880. Now a modern multi-purpose centre and Church with Baptistry and unique stained glass windows from Glennapp Castle. Refurbished 2004.

Exhibition: The History of the Baptist Church in Scotland

Sunday service 10.30am

]]> The Gaiety Theatre, designed by local architect J McHardy Young, was built in 1902. This category B listed building closed in 2009, and after a huge campaign by the local community, reopened in December 2012 with Cinderella. The theatre is now run as a charity by the Ayr Gaiety Partnership with the support of over 100 volunteers. In 2016 the Gaiety underwent a £2.4 million refurbishment which highlights the Art Deco and Edwardian heritage, with the Rococo style Cherubs being of particular historic interest.

Pre-booked tours available from the Box Office tel 01292 288 235, or visit www.thegaiety.co.uk for more information. Accessible tours 12 noon until 1pm.

]]> Ayr Ice Rink is run by Ayrshire Curlers Limited to provide curling ice for c. 50 clubs from September to March. Five ice hockey teams are based here and there is year-round members' skating. All clubs welcome youngsters and coaching is provided in all sports. Scott Andrews, Olympic Silver Medallist, is the curling development officer.

]]> Comfortable dwelling of James Tait, merchant who traded with Europe, first recorded in late 15th century. Purchased in 16th century as the town house of the Campbells of Loudoun, hereditary sheriffs of Ayr. Rescued from demolition by 4th Marquess of Bute and restored by architect Robert Hurd. Refurbished 1998.

Displays by local voluntary groups that regularly use the building. Tel: 01292 611 290.

]]> Guided tours of South Ayrshire Council's Museum Store, where cultural treasures are housed. The collections include textiles, social history, fossils, art, archaeology, natural history and much more. Guided tours last 90 minutes and start at 10 a.m., 12 noon, and 2 p.m. Pre-booking essential due to restricted space. To reserve a place, ring 01292 445 447 before 4 p.m. on Friday 6 September.

]]> Robert Wallace, 1818-22. Purpose built classical courthouse with majestic four-columned ionic portico. Refurbished to provide two large jury courts, two small non-jury courts and one civil court, witness and jury rooms and custody area. Interesting stained glass. Mini mock trial.

]]> Neo-classical landmark. High five-staged steeple with channelled columns and pedimented doorway, ornamented with Doric columns, urns and gryphons holding torches.

Designed in Classical style by Thomas Hamilton of Edinburgh in 1827, at a cost of £10,000, and refurbished in 2007. Elegant landmark steeple is 225 feet high. Lewis pipe organ, dating from 1904, is one of the finest of its kind and played every Monday at 12 noon until the end of November. The Town Hall and other rooms are used for events from concerts to civil marriages and partnership ceremonies. See the creepy police cells.

]]> Opened in 1888 with a challenge match between Ayr FC and Aston Villa, FA cup winners 1887.? Ayr won 3-0.? Ayr FC and Ayr Parkhouse amalgamated in 1910, the only occasion in Scottish football for two league clubs to combine.??

]]> Theophilus Rankine 1654. Successor church to mediaeval St John's (at Bruce Crescent). Cromwellian Government contributed 1,000 merks towards the cost of building the new church. Family church of Robert Burns, whose father was an elder. Fine interior with original pulpit, stained glass and three notable lofts.

Quiz sheet for children. Display of old bibles. Sunday Service 11am.

]]> Original constructed 1879 for foundry owner William Smith Dixon, rebuilt by Mackenzie & Moncur, now vandalised. The charity Belleisle Conservatory Ltd was formed 2010 to raise funds to rebuild this much-loved building.

 

]]> At the heart of Belleisle Estate lies an 18th century walled garden. In conjunction with Ayrshire College, the Scottish Lime Centre Trust, Morrison Construction and South Ayrshire Council.

]]> Cambusdoon Sports Club is situated in historic Alloway, just over the road from the Auld Kirk, and has a heritage of 160 years as Alloway Cricket Club was formed in 1859. These days we offer Cricket, Lawn Bowls and Football to our playing members and have a large social membership. For Doors Open Day, we should like to welcome new friends to the Club, providing tours of our Clubhouse (home since 1997) and, weather permitting, the opportunity to participate in some fun activities organised by Alloway Bowling Club, Ayr Cricket Club and Cambusdoon FC. Please wear suitable footwear (trainers) if you wish to participate in the sporting activities.

]]> Built on the site of Ayr Prison, County Buildings is now the headquarters of South Ayrshire Council. See the attractive woodwork and impressive collections of paintings and stained glass. Guided tour on the hour to view committee rooms and art works.

]]> The Energy Agency and Home Energy Scotland South West invite you to visit an energy efficient, private home in the heart of Ayr which uses technology of the future. To learn more about the measures and technology that Liz has put into place in her traditional home, including a fuel cell heating system - micro combined heat and power gas boiler - please book an appointment. Liz will also chat to you about the impact and benefits of the underfloor insulation and secondary glazing she has installed. A specialist advisor from Home Energy Scotland will also be on-hand to offer tips and suggestions on making homes greener; all questions are very welcome. After the tour you will be offered the option to sign-up for a free Home Energy Scotland home visit; one of our specialist advisors will arrange a suitable time to come to your own home(s) where they will provide you with tailored advice and a detailed report on how to make your home more energy efficient. Each visiting household will be given an Energy Agency and Home Energy Saving goody bag.

]]> Lodge St James Newton on Ayr consecrated 1771 and moved here to former Newnham School for Girls in 1931.

See Souter Johnnie?s Masonic Apron and other artefacts including fine stained glass windows.

]]> Designed by John Bennie Wilson, opened 1902 at a cost of ?5,000. Stained glass by Alexander Walker, 1912-3, Guthrie and Wells 1945, Susan Bradbury 1997, and Moira Malcolm.?Resurrection?window by Roland Mitton unveiled by HRH The Princess Royal, 2002. Cultured pencil tower with new carillon of eight bells which has been recently completed and will be on display and you are welcome to "come and try". Binns pipe organ recently restored. Children's quiz sheet.

]]> The Ayrshire Hospice has been providing specialist palliative and end of life care across the Ayrshire community for 30 years. Come and hear about the history of the hospice, learn about the services and care we currently provide free of charge to local patients and families, and hear about our vision for the future. Weather and patient privacy permitting, garden tours will also be included.

]]> Remaining part of the original parish church of Ayr. The church, in its time the largest in Ayrshire, was cruciform in shape and the tower was perhaps added in the 14th century. In 1315 Robert the Bruce convened the Scottish Parliament in the church. Restored by J K Hunter for the 3rd Marquess of Bute in 1913-14. A landmark to seamen, it offers magnificent panoramic views.

Stout footwear required, supervised access.

]]> New Ayr Campus opened 2011 providing state-of-the-art facilities for the teaching of Education, Health, Creative Industries and Land-based Studies.

Building shared by UWS and SRUC with shared library and IT facilities in Riverside location.  

Highly rated green credentials.

]]> One of the few privately owned Bridge venues in Scotland. Seven clubs use the venue during the week.?

]]> Designed in 1883 by the architect AG Sydney Mitchell for John Ritchie Findlay, the editor of The Scotsman newspaper. The interior is richly decorated in a Franco-Italian style and was sensitively refurbished and modernised in 2011 by the B+B Collection. It is category A listed and features a spectacular galleried Library and views over the Dean Village.

www.bb-edinburgh.com�

]]> Tucked in the heart of sandstone tenements, yards from busy Argyle Street in Finnieston, this urban garden grows various crops and houses a tool shed, polytunnel, greenhouse, five raised beds & mini orchard.

Up a lane between residential blocks, you may be expecting to find the usual city �back court�; dejected, empty washing lines and stowed bins. But behind Brechin Street you will find The Back Garden.

Set up by Annexe Communities in 2011 using a grant obtained from the Climate Challenge Fund. The Back Garden was officially transferred to the G3 Growers the following year, a small committee from the community who oversee the smooth running of The Back Garden.

As far as is known, the site was once occupied by a �mews building� which later became a motor workshop and after that was demolished it became a local fly-tip.

Step into The Back Garden and you step out of the city. These tenements make effective sound barriers and screens the garden from the worst of the traffic fumes. All on ground level, the gravel pathways are easy for you to get around; motorised wheelchairs seem to cope better than manuals, prams and such.�
�

�

�

]]> The buildings owned by the North East Preservation Trust (NESPT) are situated to the east of the Burn of Durn, which flows into the Moray Firth at Links Bay.

The site was originally developed to manufacture thread from flax. The area of “green” was utilised for the bleaching of the flax, the reliable water supply from the burn providing ideal conditions for bleaching. The name “Back Green” probably derives from bleaching green.In the early 19th century the site contained two groups of buildings – the one to the seaward side operated as a rope making business while the manufacture of sails took place within the eastern range, adjacent to the three surviving cottages. The ropeworks fell into decline and has been lost; the former sail making factory and cottages survive.

The NESPT are currently carrying out a full options appraisal on the property whilst trying to secure funding for its redevelopment. This is a rare opportunity to have a guided tour by Project Manager Paul Higson, and to learn about the history of Back Green as well as the challenges faced in finding a new use for this unique and important part of Portsoy’s heritage.

Please be aware that this is a dilapidated site and stout footwear will be required, hard hats will be provided.

 

]]> The church is a lovely example of a late 18th century rural parish church. The interior has rich timber work and the graveyard hosts interesting gravestones. There is a listing of headstones in the Watch House. The Watch House, which was built to guard against body snatchers in the 19th century, also houses a small exhibition.

]]> Completed in July 1884 and built of free stone in early English style by architect Mr James Fairley of Edinburgh. The church has a hammerbeam roof and in the south gable there is a stained glass window which was gifted by a Mrs Braidwood in memory of her husband who was very interested in the building. There is recent stained glass work by local artist Liz Cull. Works by Tod & Taylor Architects on St Joseph�s Centre were completed in March 2012. These developments have allowed the Church to produce facilities in the heart of Balerno which are adaptable, comfortable and attractive, to meet the needs of the wider community.

]]> Built by a cadet of Forbes of Corsindae, Balfluig was burnt by Montrose'e men after the battle of Alford in 1645. Farquharson of Haughton bought the estate in 1753. In the 1920s the estate was sold piecemeal, and in 1967 the present owner bought and restored the ruinous fortalice.

]]> Balhousie Care Home is a modern, purpose-built care home.

]]> Balhouise Castle dates to the 12th century and is home to the Black Watch Museum, a 5 star visitor attraction sharing the story of Scotland’s oldest Highland Regiment. There is also the highly acclaimed Castle Gift Shop and café.

]]> Mid 18C farmhouse with good quality interior woodwork, panelled doors, moulded ceiling joists, box beds and cupboards.

]]>

Ballater fire station provides fire cover for the community of Ballater and the surrounding area. Ballater is a retained station and is crewed by local members of the community who are on 24 hour call and respond to a fire call as and when required. The station has one 10 crew appliance and a specialist forestry unit which is used to tackle wildfires and other incidents where an off-road vehicle is beneficial. The station is also trained in water rescue.

]]> Category C Listed, the Lodge was purpose built in 1896 by local builders William Duguid and Son. Ballater Masonic Lodge is a distinctive building with its fine detail apparent in the unusual 2-stage tower. It proves an unusual aspect in the streetscape within surrounding Victorian villas and sitting next to the Victoria Barracks. It is particularly distinguished by the finely decorated Royal Arch Chapter vault which is, with the exception of Aberdeen, the only vault of its kind in the North-East. The paintings within the vault were completed after WWII, in 1948, by a Mr Davidson, from designs by John Maitland. They represent scenes from the Masonic stories of the Royal Arch. This building replaced the earlier Masonic Lodge of Ballater which had been in Church Square. William Duguid and Sons were local builders who also built the Albert Memorial and Victoria Halls and other local houses. Visitors will be able to enter the Main Hall, view photographs and browse through membership records, minute books all going back over 100 years. Masonic Jewels will also be on display.

]]>

An opportunity to take a short walking tour of Ballogie Estates Home Farm and Ballogie House. The impressive Home Farm was constructed in a court-yard plan from pink coursed granite rubble with additions and alterations by Walker and Beattie in the late 19th century.? The current Ballogie House was built in 1982 in a beautiful setting on the site of the former Ballogie House.?

The guided tour will commence at the Walled Garden through the farm, taking visitors to the listed Home Farm steading and up to Ballogie House, where visitors can go inside.? The talk will be give visitors information of the history of the estate and the buildings on it and describing the Estate?s current and future development plans.? This will include information on other areas of the estate, such as the development of the nearby former Potarch Hotel site.?

?

<!--[if gte mso 9]> <w:LsdException Locked="false" Priority="49" Name="

]]>