If you are interested in your family history, this is the place to visit. The Society have unique records from across the world andexpertise in genealogy of Angus, Fife and Kinross.
Have lots of fun researching and discovering your ancestors with help to had.
]]>A sung Mass will be celebrated from 11am -12 noon on Sunday morning, during which time any visitors are asked to join the worship and see the church in action as Bodley intended.
]]>Church service will restrict access to those wishing to attend between 10.30 and 12.00. Tower tours available on Saturday on the hour and Sunday from 14.00 to 17.00 on the hour. All tours are non bookable.
]]>Offering great value for money at one of the country's best aquatic facilities including four flumes, will you dare the Cannonball which drops you 3.8 metres. Olympia flumes additionally boast a number of unique features to Scotland including, LED light effects, music and sound plus 3D holograms all adding to a fantastic sensory experience.
Customers continue to have fun when playing in the Leisure Pool, which hosts a rapid river, water geysers, waves and seated bubble beds. The 4m Dive Pool boasts 1m and 3m springboards and a 5 metre platform. Olympia's main pool offers a six lane 50/25 metre Training Pool, and an Activity Pool (which has a movable floor to change depths) for aerobic classes & swimming lessons.
Situated a five minute walk from Dundee bus station, Olympia is easy to get to for Dundee citizens and our many visitors from around the country and beyond.
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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.
]]>World famious Architect Frank Gehry said of Maggie’s Dundee “There is a Yiddish expression Heymish, it means homelike, comfortable. This is what we are trying to do here”
The centre sits in front of Ninewells Hospital looking across the Tay to the Fife hills and is the only Gehry Building in the UK. Maggies’s has his signature curving walls and undulating stainless steel roof. Join us for a tour of the facilities and a walk aroung our beautiful Labyrinth.
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The hall has been used by the public for many years for local functions and was used by the military during both the 1st and 2nd Word Wars.
Many Broughty Ferry men have passed through it doors as members. And the Lodge records will be available for anyone who wishes to trace family members.
There will be a display of regalia, artifacts, records and photographs tracing the history of the Lodge and other Masonic Orders over 150 years. Members will be in attendance to provide information.
Tea and coffee will be served
]]>So step back in time and learn about life at sea, the Navy in Dundee, and ‘the Golden Age of Sail’…
HMS Unicorn is great fun to visit but she was designed for a different age! Please note that the ship contains steep stairs, trip hazards, low ceilings, narrow and low doorways, decks that are slippery when wet and low levels of light. When planning your visit, please be aware that the entrance and exits are low, there are low ceilings and beams throughout the ship (especially on the orlop deck), and there are trip hazards throughout the ship. Please refer to our website to view our accessibility guide.
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Featuring superb stained-glass windows and a raised timbre ceiling, this A-listed church is a unique example of circular congregational seating and aisles.
An ambitious energy efficiency project, grant-assisted by Climate Challenge Fund, is currently under-way, you can see the progress of this work during your visit and find out about ongoing community activities.
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Guided tours will be provided of Dundee Museum of Transport by the museum’s team of enthusiastic volunteers. Find out about the spectacular Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Dundee’s Last Horse-Drawn Tram and other interesting objects from this growing transport collection.
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Tour our Print Studio and find out how out team supports artists to create and present work.
]]>The Church will also be open from 1030am until 1230pm on Sunday 15th. September when we will be celebrating Harvest Thanksgiving.
]]>Tours will take place at 10:00am, 10:30am, 11:30am and 12:00pm. Booking is essential for the tours as spaces are limited. Each tour will take around 45 minutes.
There will also be a talk about “The Street Names of Dundee” at 11am and “How to Research your Dundee Family History” at 12:30pm. Booking is not essential for the talks. Talks will last around 45 minutes.
]]>The focus of both professional and amature artists now and in its beginning was toi promote the organisation of art classes, talks, demonstrations and exhibitions for its members.
The society has a private collection of paintings including works by David Fuggie, James McIntosh Patrick and James Reville.
]]>Hosted by ‘Jon Frullani Architect’ in their office. Also includes a Free talk on “Tenement Repair and Maintenance” by Ian Muir of ‘Muir Walker and Pride’ Architects (hosted by RIAS and RICS) on Sunday 15th from 11:00-12:00 (no booking required), with questions and information stands afterwards. Jon and Ian are President and Vice President respectively of the ‘Dundee Institute of Architects’ and look forward to meeting you to answer any questions architectural!
]]>Originally farmland, the allotments have evolved over the years to the present day where we now have 71 plots of assorted sizes in use. The Association manages the site, which is leased from Dundee City Council; our purpose is to promote the growing of fruit and vegetables, to manage the site to promote a community spirit among members and to protect and enhance the environment.
Our site is constantly evolving, incorporating a calming, wildlife area, a welcoming display of flowers and a new project that we have just started working on. Come on in and see these areas as well as our wonderful plots!
]]>Visitor are advised that due to the historic nature of the building, there is no disabled access to the Castle or the artillery magazine.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
]]>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.
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Meet in front of Broughty Castle, Castle Approach, Dundee, DD5 2TF
]]>The Whithorn Trust has used the evidence to construct a full-size replica, which won the Scottish Heritage Angels Award in 2017. It measures 13 metres across, with a central working fireplace, and is about 9 metres at the apex. The building is thatched with water reed and this work was carried out by local volunteers and trainees, under supervision of a master thatcher. The timbers are alder or oak and the woven walls, filled with clay, are from hazel gathered from an Atlantic Hazel Woodland, near Newton Stewart. The Trust now operates the venue as part of its visitor attraction and for educational and community use. The interiors of the building continue to develop, as archaeologists continue excavation and post excavation analysis.
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The Theatre saw multiple changes of ownership during the first half the of 20th Century, before being bought by the Guild of Players in 1959.
The Guild managed to secure support from new sources and instead of planning on building new facilities upwards, they looked towards expanding outwards. Adjacent buildings were purchased, and renovation work began in 2014, completed by the end of 2015. The newly refurbished building includes several new spaces while maintaining many of the historic features, ushering Scotland’s oldest theatre into the 21st Century.
Attend one of the touring productions presented throughout the year, which includes live music, stand-up comedy and theatrical dramas. The Guild of Players presents a regular season of four shows, as well as a family-friendly Christmas pantomime.
]]>Tucked away in the pretty Dumfriesshire village of Ruthwell on the Solway, you will find the very room where the Trustee Savings Bank originated. On 10th May 1810, the Reverend Henry Duncan launched a community self-help project that would become both nation and worldwide.
Saving money for the future was of course not a new concept but until Reverend Duncan's project was launched, hiding your savings in your own home was the only option. Solving this security issue the Savings Bank project offered a secure means of saving and at last, ordinary folk were able to save their small sums of money and into the bargain earn a good interest, gain access to financial institutions, and increase their confidence and future prospects.
]]>Visit the archeological site at Newbarns and discover for yourself the beliefs of our Stone Age ancestors, which included reincarnation and afterlife. Stout footwear recommended.
]]>The building houses a comprehensive collection of artefacts from all walks of life, i.e. costumes nursery, cameras, World War 1 & 2, bicycle's and many more. The outdoor display illustrates the agricultural heritage of Newton Stewart and surrounding area.
The collection was started by Miss Drew and has over a period of years been added to by the public donating items relevant to this area and adding to the community feel of the exhibition.
The downstairs of the building houses a collection of agricultural machinery, clothing and domestic paraphernalia. Up the stairs into the old belfry and one finds a collection of pictures, old newspapers and school items. All demonstrating the rich history of this area.
At present there is an exhibit in the museum showing how the Sparling fish are native to the local river Cree, one of a very few rivers in Britain where they currently reside.
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After a twenty year battle, she recognised that her dream was not to be and instead endowed a ‘lunatic asylum’ on the edge of the town. In delivering the Crichton bequest, Elizabeth was determined to produce a hospital that was the best in Europe, not only in the treatment of patients but also in its architecture and environment. When recruiting the first Physician Superintendent, the same considerations applied.
The appointment of Dr William Browne was to be the first in a long line of very able and distinguished physicians in charge. The doors opened in 1839. The next 150 years saw the growth of that vision into an internationally recognised centre of excellence in mental health research and care.
]]>Outwith the cottage there is a wash-house, an outside boiler and sandstone steps leading to an annexe which was built as an armoury for the Penpont Rifle Volunteers (1860-1885). In the back garden there is still a pigsty and a privy.
The cottage was home to Mrs. Jean Carson for 70 years and has changed little since the Thomson's occupied it from 1856-1868.
Because Jean was proud to be in Thomson`s birthplace, she willingly welcomed parties of schoolchildren in the 80s and 90s . She explained its unique features and showed how she swept her own chimney using a whale bone brush she had bought for 30 shillings. Even at 95 she was willing to be photographed and filmed and, as a result, the idea was born of, one day, converting this cottage into a Heritage Centre.
As such, it was officially opened in 2013 by the Duke of Buccleuch who has leased the property to the community at a nominal rent.
Sophia Harkness MBE FRSGS
]]>Inside Stranraer Museum see one of Scotland's oldest ploughs, a recognised collection of archaeology plus other local history, costume, farming, dairying and the Arctic explorer Sir John Ross. An exciting and varied temporary exhibition runs throughout the year.
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For a twentieth century view, visit the church of St Ninian, St Martin and St John, by Goodhart-Rendel, Broadbent and Curtis.
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On the ground floor the original prison cells can be visited where petty criminals were kept, and sometimes placed on public display in the jougs, still to be seen on the wall outside.
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One of the church’s ministers in the 19th Century was the Rev. Dr. Henry Duncan, who is best remembered as founder of the TSB movement.
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The house retains most of its original features and the kitchen, scullery, bedroom and study give an atmospheric feel of the Burns family home. The parlour now contains many original artefacts including original manuscripts, Burns’ exciseman equipment and domestic items belonging to his wife Jean.
The building is now a place of pilgrimage for Burns enthusiasts from around the world.
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Step back in time, by entering Burns’ kitchen and the Spence where he wrote and greeted his visitors. Discover a range of fascinating artefacts reflecting Burns’ life on the farm and his writing. Have a walk down the river, through Robert’s orchard and even take a peak at his outside loo!
Though built by Burns as a farmhouse, he was already famous by 1788 and the building shows some significant differences to a traditional Dumfriesshire farmhouse of the 18th century.
]]>The Centre is run by the Local Authority and is home to an exhibition about the poet Robert Burns and his life in the town as well as a 69 seat cinema which shows predominantly independent, documentary and foreign films.
As well as an exhibition and cinema the Centre also houses a privately run restaurant called Hullabaloo, which is open 6 days per week and on Saturdays and Sundays up until the end of September.
]]>There is a fascinating scale model of Dumfries in the 1790s, additional information and images on touchscreen interactives, along with an audio booth to listen to some Burns songs and poems. Younger visitors can discover more about Scotland’s Bard through a gallery trail, colouring sheets, word games and jigsaws.
]]>The splendid Georgian office was designed by Walter Newall and known to poet Robert Burns. Many impressive historical icons on display including a ‘Dumfries’ printed one Guinea banknote, Victorian correspondence and 19th century oil paintings.
]]>The beautiful seaside village of Portpatrick, recently made familiar to millions after Two Thousand Acres of Sky, is also home to the Lifeboat Station. The village once accommodated the busiest sea crossing to Ireland, and is noted for the ferocity of its winter storms.
]]>Audiences can enjoy a variety of events at the theatre, including plays, pantomimes, musicals and art exhibitions as well as bringing change with ‘Moffat Movies’ – providing big screen movies with 7.1 digital surround sound.
The Old Well Theatre supports charitable events and encourages other productions to visit the theatre, productions that bring drama, comedy and music to Moffat. The theatre also has its own choir ‘Old Well Singers’ and ‘Young U.A.D.S.’ for younger members of the Upper Annandale Dramatic Society.
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Interpretive panels and museum trails tell the story of a house overlooking the river Nith.
]]>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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