Founded in 1953, the Society moved into 15 Victoria Terrace in 1991. The internal walls of the property are from two phases of building: vaulted arches dating from c.1830-1840 and the cellars of tenements on Johnston Terrace in 1868-9. Over time it has been used as an ARP centre during WWII and then occupied by a confectionery manufacturer, a scientific equipment supplier, a pottery & printmaking studio, a restaurant and then home to The Scottish Genealogy Society.

]]> Situated on the eastern shores of Loch Leven, the Scottish Gliding Centre is the largest gliding club in Scotland. It operates all year round from a grass airfield and membership is open to all.

Once home to the early Christian Culdees, Portmoak Chapel dates back to about 850AD.

The monks were of Irish origin and established a monastery on nearby St. Serf's Island in Loch Leven. We will continue to add to our knowledge of this site through archaeological investigations this summer.
The vestiges of the chapel and graveyard have been recently restored by the Kinross-shire Civic Trust.

]]> Opened by HM The Queen in 2004, the Scottish Parliament has welcomed over 2 million visitors to its Holyrood site. Visit and explore areas normally only accessible through accompanied tours, including the Debating Chamber, Garden Lobby and Members’ Lobby. Historic Queensberry House, home of the 2nd Duke of Queensberry in the early 18th century, will be accessible (wheelchair access with assistance) as will the contemporary version of a Scottish Knot Garden.

]]> The Seed Box provides horticultural training and outdoor therapy to adults with additional support needs. Gardening activities are carried out within the walled garden, supporting workers to develop employability skills, confidence and independence. Come along and explore the many wonders of Glen Tanar Walled Garden, round every corner lies a world of beauty, nature and mystery.

]]> Ballogie Walled Garden forms part of the Ballogie Estate and is U-plan in shape, with a double terraced garden, open to the south-west. It is believed to be late 18th Century. The walled garden is carefully terraced to incorporate the gentle slope of the hill. The walls survive in near perfect condition. Contained within the Walled Garden is also an impressive sundial, which is Category B listed and dates to 1725.

Having stood empty since 1992 the garden is now back in use by The Seed Box, a horticultural training and outdoor therapy service for adults with additional support needs. The garden is planted with fruit, vegetables and flowers. It has two very large Yew trees at the top centre with old pear, plum and apple trees growing against the walls.

There will be photographs of the continuing re-development of the garden over the last two years and information about the proposed renovation of the old lean-to greenhouse.

Teas & coffees will be available for a small charge.

]]> As part of Doors Open Day 2017 there was an opportunity to get behind the scenes of the local Sheriff Court, and for the general public to see a mock trial.

]]> For a period of 200 years up until the 1880s, 24 different silversmiths toiled to produce works of the finest quality for the prosperous citizens of Banff. The town had its own assay mark, and Banff Silver manufactured over this period is much sought after.

]]> A free conference exploring and celebrating the history of the King's Park from Frontier to Royal Park and Tourist Attraction, including, weather permitting, a tour of the King's Knot. Bring a packed lunch or try the Smith cafe for lunch.

]]> SPAB Scotland will bring along a thatcher to give demonstrations of the craft of roof thatching. Staff and volunteers will be happy to discuss their work.

]]> Operated by Jonathan Stewart mine host offers a 10-15 minute guided tour of the premises including cellar covering history and architecture. The Speedwell Bar is situated in the heart of Dundee’s West End and is also affectionately known as “Mennies” after the landlady who ran the hostelry for over half a century. Built for James Speen in 1903 the Speedwell Bar is one of the finist examples of an Edwardian bar embracing all that is good in pub architecture at the beginning of the 20^th Century. Even the toilets retain the original Shanks fittings, tiles and mosaics. The building is one of the few surviving pubs mentioned in the definitive 1983 book “Peoples Places, Victorian and Edwardian Pubs of Scotland”.

]]> This listed (Grade B) steading has been converted from a ruin to a home over the last 25 years. The transformation has included many ‘green’ and sustainable features such as recycled materials (many found on site), sheep’s wool insulation, solar water heating, passive solar gain via a conservatory and wood burning stoves for space and water heating.

]]> For Doors Open Days 2018, make your way The STAR Project for some walrus-themed fun! Watch 'We are the Walrus' - a short film celebrating the restoration Fountain Gardens - then make your own walrus mask, before taking a short walk to see the walruses in the Grand Fountain.

]]> The Steel House is a striking contemporary new house built in the heart of Edinburgh�s New Town in 2002. Finished externally in stainless steel the house sits in a walled garden between Georgian townhouses. It is a demonstration of how good quality modern architecture can sit comfortably in a historic setting and as it is now reaching its tenth birthday, the owners, Gordon and Racheal Greig,decided to open it for Doors Open Day 2018.�

]]> The Shed is the last remaining building from The Henry Robb�s Shipyard that closed in 1984 due to industrial decline, bringing 500 years of shipbuilding to an end. Constructed like a ship, complete with riveted seams, portholes and painted battleship grey it was built by the Robb apprentices honing their skills. The steel building was originally a bomb-proof store for the shipping blueprints during WW2 as well as a first aid station and paint store.

YOYP: As well as working with emerging artists at DOK we run free mentoring programs for young people that want to pursue a career in the creative industries. We have also worked with Princes Trust and other groups of young people that may be disengaged or disadvantaged in some way. Providing workshops and free materials. Our membership scheme is free to schools.

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]]> Visit the refurbished Steeple Church and find out what happens behind the doors of this ancient building. Chat to members of the congregation about the Sreeple community’s involvement in the city. View the Mary Slessor exhibition and enjoy space to reflect. Refreshments are available throughout the day. You are welcome to join our Morning service at 10.30am (finish approx. 11.45am) – the church will be open after service till 4pm.

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A unique exhibition exploring the times of Thomas Muir of Huntershill, through prints by celebrated 18th century artist and cartoonist John Kay. The exhibition forms part of a programme of events celebrating the 250th anniversary of the birth of Thomas Muir by the Friends of Thomas Muir.
Huntershill Village.

]]> A SPECIAL EXTRA : An opportunity to visit the nearby Titan Crane for FREE on Saturday the 10th. To ensure you get a place, phone 0141 562 2889.

This exciting structure is close to Clydebank Town Hall. It has its reception building in Garth Street adjacent to West College Scotland's Clydebank Campus and is reached via Cart Street.

Fantastic views can be had of the Clyde and over Clydebank, but the crane itself is the star attraction. You will learn about its construction and its role during the heyday of the great shipbuilding industry here. The Titan Crane is a 150-foot / 46m high cantilever crane designed to be used in the lifting of heavy equipment, such as engines and boilers, during the fitting-out of battleships and ocean liners at the John Brown and Company shipyard. It was also the world's first electrically powered cantilever crane, and the largest crane of its type at the time of its completion. It was used to construct some of the largest ships of the 20th century, including the Queen Mary, Queen Elizabeth and Queen Elizabeth 2. The Category A Listed structure was refurbished in 2007 as a tourist attraction and shipbuilding museum.

As this is a unique opportunity to visit for FREE, visits will be on a first-come-first-served basis through booking on the phone number provided. Once your place has been confirmed, you will need to get to the arrival reception building just beyond the college. From there you will be taken by courtesy mini-bus to the crane. A guide will be on hand to describe the crane, its use and the history.

http://www.titanclydebank.com/history.aspx

Suitable for all the family.

]]> The Victorian fa?ade conceals a much older building behind. The Tolbooth was built as the Town?s prison, court house and toll collection point.

This year celebrating its 400th anniversary there will be a series of events on throughout the day.

]]> THE roots of Helensburgh's now closed St Columba Church sprang from a group of Dissenters who met fortnightly in the Baths Hotel for Sunday worship, often with a visiting minister. The hotel was owned by a prominent member of the group, Mrs Margaret Bell, widow of Henry Bell, first Provost of Helensburgh, after raising funds, The architects, Messrs. Brown and Carrick of Glasgow were employed to build the dissenters church with the foundation stone being laid on March 11 1845. The Church was purchased in recent years by a local entrepreneur and opened as a charitable arts centre for the benefit of all the community.?

]]> Exciting contemporary development by award-winning Allan Murray Architects as part of the redevelopment of Holyrood North Site. The brick East Tun, where Tartan Special used to be brewed, has been converted and extended to offer a mix of retail and commercial uses, including a caf? bar and top-floor restaurant. Access by the Scenic Lift to the fifth floor restaurant 'shell' which enjoys stunning views to Salisbury Crags. Limited access to rest of building.

]]> 69 Marionville Road was purchased in 2011 to serve as the UK Centre for Taoist Tai Chi™. The building was in a state of neglect and had suffered from vandalism both inside and out. The large internal space is ideal for the practise of Taoist arts, and the site offered the opportunity to contribute to and engage with the local community by improving its condition and offering the health benefits of Taoist Tai Chi™ arts to all who wish to receive them. Fung Loy Kok Taoist Tai Chi™

belongs to a tradition many thousands of years old, the UK

Centre also has a history, albeit a little less ancient. It appears that the site was undeveloped until around 1908 when railway sidings were located in the area currently occupied by the rear car park. In the early 1930s the first building was constructed on the site. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult

www.taoist.org.uk

]]> The present building was completed in 1796, and extensively altered in 1906. The sanctuary with pitch pine dado, now runs east to west, with painted Corinthian columns supporting a U-plan timber panelled gallery. At the west end there is a stair to a raised half-octagonal oak pulpit, flanked by polygonal organ casings and stained glass windows. A two-tiered copper chandelier (circa 1800), believed to be of Dutch origin, is centered beneath a ceiling rose.

The church is situated within a graveyard which also contains St Mary's Church, the early 18th century Bute Mausoleum and several graves of interest, including a relative of Napoleon Bonaparte.

A new Church Centre connected to the north side of the existing building was completed in 2009.

]]> The 18th century Heckling Shed, with its thatched roof, is where Robert Burns learnt the flax trade.

Restored in the 1980s and now the place to trace your family tree and learn about the rich heritage of the area. Good collection of Ayrshire material, including books, maps, photographs and newspapers plus access to records from further afield.

]]> Following a �3m renovation this B listed former weaving shed to the rear of the main mill reopened this summer as the headquarters of the Eildon Housing Group.� Now providing first class office space for over 80 staff,� its transformation was masterminded by architect Alan Marshall of Gray Marshall Associates.

The mill chimney adjacent to the weaving shed remains a landmark.

]]> The WebsterTheatre in Arbroath was originally built as the Webster Memorial Theatre and was converted to an Arts Centre in 1970. It is now a multi-purpose performance venue. It is a category C listed building. Historic Scotland’s listing reference details the building as James Maclaren, 1865; renovated and extended 1951, 1967 and 2008. Well-detailed 2-storey, 5-bay Classical public hall and theatre in prominent High Street position, with modern extensions to rear. Ground floor with channelled detail and vermiculated quoins, polished ashlar Doric columns and pilasters, carved head keystone over centre door; 1st floor with vermiculated pilasters with later high relief carved thistle capitals supporting entablature with triglyphed frieze and cavetto cornice; centre pediment with blind oculus in tympanum is flanked by further set-back entablature with plain (altered?) frieze and carved detail at dies. Ashlar with dry dash to sides and rear. Roundheaded openings to centre door at ground and 1st floor. Keystoned hoodmoulds and voussoirs. FURTHER DETAIL: principal E elevation with modern semicircular canopy fronting 3 centre bays which comprise 2-leaf door and decoratively-astragalled semicircular fanlight to blind portico at centre flanked by deep-set 2-leaf doors with multi-pane fanlights; windows to outer bays. 1st floor with regular full-height fenestration. All bays with dividing pilasters.8- and 12-pane glazing patterns in timber sash and case windows at principal elevation. Grey slates.INTERIOR: largely reworked during 2008 modernisation, including foyer, staircase and theatre. 1st floor hall retains fine decorative plasterwork to cornices and ceiling.The principal elevation of the Webster Memorial Theatre, by local architect James Maclaren, has retained much of its original character and it makes a significant contribution to Arbroath’s largely 19th century High Street. Formerly known as The Public Hall, the building was renovated in 1951, the stage and auditorium were enlarged in 1970 and further work was carried out in 2007 after which the building was re-opened by Provost Ruth Leslie Melville MBE on 19th January 2008. The success of this work was recognised when Angus Council Property Division received the 2008 RIAS DIA award for Best Example of Environmental Improvement / Conservation. When opened in 1865, the building contained 'a museum and a large hall for concerts and public meetings' (Groome). It hosted touring plays and vaudeville, but was not successful until local flax manufacturers, the,Webster family gave their support and eventually gifted it to the town in memory of their son who was killed in the First World War. During the 1930s the Arbroath Follies became popular summer spectacles. The 1st floor hall retains portraits of Janet Webster (1819-1908) and Sir Francis Webster (her son). The latter, by Robert Gibb RSA, was presented by 'Arbroath Liberals and Other Friends, In Recognition of His Eminent Public Services, Arbroath 20 April 1912'. Architect James Maclaren was born in Dundee in 1829, he worked at David Bryce's Edinburgh office and won the Soane medallion in 1848. He returned to Dundee in 1850 and set up practice with his brother. Maclaren worked extensively in the Angus, Dundee and Perth area and during the 1860s his commissions included industrial work at Cox's Stack, Dundee, churches at Forfar and Hawkhill, tenements at Broughty Ferry and Blackness, hotels, private house and public buildings. Listed as part of the Theatres Thematic Study 2008-09.

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The interior is original and beautifully preserved.
The Church is now in private ownership.]]> James Hay. Fine Gothic building. John Logie Baird and Andrew Bonar Law Memorial windows.

]]> The White House is a B-Listed Art Deco building.

It was a road house, commissioned in 1936 at the time when motor cars were becoming popular. An exhibition which encompasses its restoration, sustainable Scottish Communities, Craigmillar’s Heritage and Craigmillar’s Regeneration.

]]> The B-listed building originally designed by William Innes Thomson was opened as a road house in 1936 – a cross between a pub and a hotel where people went to play billiards, take tea or have a drink. Funds from the Scottish Government’s Town Centre Regeneration Fund and Historic Scotland enabled a £2m restoration of the building. The building is now run for the benefit of the community by The Community Alliance Trust.

www.thewhitehousekitchen.org.uk

]]> Believed to have been built at the same time as Kinnaird Head Castle (c.1570), the purpose of the building cannot be agreed upon: some believe it was a chapel, others that it was a wine cellar while some say it was a general apartment. The Tower used to have 4 stories, of which 3 remain. On the day, access will be allowed to the top chamber only where visitors can view the unique collection of carved plaster bosses which hang from the ceiling.

A guide will also be on hand to tell tales of forbidden love that ended in tragedy down among the rocks beneath the tower…can you hear the haunting pipe music? Come along to find out more!

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The Yard Adventure Centre has been running play sessions for children and young people with disabilities for over 25 years. The current building was opened by HRH Princess Anne in 1993 and was virtually untouched until two years ago when the team from BBC DIY SOS The Big Build and over 300 tradespeople from all over Edinburgh and Lothians gave it a major overhaul in just 9 days as part of BBC Children in Need.

www.theyardscotland.org.uk

]]> The Theatre Royal is the performance home to both Scottish Opera and Scottish Ballet and a host to a variety of visiting performances. The dramatic extension to the foyer has transformed the building.

The Theatre Royal is managed by the Ambassador Theatre Group and is the performance home to both Scottish Opera and Scottish Ballet and a host to a variety of visiting performances.

The theatre was transformed in 2014 following the dramatic extension of the foyer spaces. The extension provides a new entrance to the theatre with vastly improved facilities for theatre patrons and visitors.

Lifts provide access to all levels of the theatre including an outdoor roof terrace from which views across Glasgow and beyond can be enjoyed.

The spacious foyer houses bars, toilets, a caf�, as well as a Box Office that is open six days a week.

Within the Grade A listed auditorium - the largest surviving example of renowned theatre architect Charles J. Phipps' work - the seating layout has been redesigned to improve sightlines, while an air handling system has been installed to improve the air flow.

Doors Open Day offers visitors the unique opportunity to access areas of the theatre not normally open to the public. Our knowledgeable guides will lead tour groups backstage, revealing the technical processes that go into creating on-stage magic. This is your opportunity to stand on the theatre stage and see the auditorium from the perspective of the performers.

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]]> The oldest theatre in Scotland, the Theatre Royal is in the heart of Dumfries and first opened its doors in 1792. It has strong associations with the renowned Scottish poet Robert Burns, who wrote several pieces specifically for its stage.

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.

]]> Airdrie and Coatbridge

Look out for…

Centenary Viaduct
Former Cattle Market Building
Drumpellier Home Farm

Things to do…
Picnic and play in Drumpellier Country Park, Central Park (Airdrie) or the West End Park (Coatbridge)
Walk or cycle the North Calder Heritage Trail and discover the Monkland Canal, North Calder Water and the variety of landscapes along the 10 mile route.

Bellshill, Motherwell, Wishaw, Newmains and Kirk O’Shotts

Look out for…

Main Facade of Dalziel Steel Works
Drinking Fountain, Motherwell
Roman Bridge, Strathclyde Works

Things to do...
Visit Dalzell Estate with its ‘A’ listed house, interesting trails and adjacent RSPB Nature Reserve at Baron’s Haugh. For more information click here.
Picnic and play in Strathclyde Park, Duchess Park (Motherwell), Bellhaven Park (Wishaw).

Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Dullatur

Look out for…

the Antonine Wall
Forth and Clyde Canal
Colzium House and Castle ruins

Things to do…
You can picnic at Auchinstarry Quarry and watch climbers scale the wall.
Play at Palacerigg Country Park and see its unique animal collection and other friendly farm animals.
Expore the nature trails and places of historic interest.
Visit Drumbreach Nature Reserve and explore the trails and art features.

]]> Come and join us at the award-winning Thistle Centre of Wellbeing building, where people are at the heart of all we do. Take a walk around the Thistle estate following the recently launched ‘Archie’s Trail’ which takes you on a trip through time from 1945 to the present. Our trail tells you all about the history of this unique conservation-status site, Thistle’s connection to royalty, our illustrious Paralympians, our connection with the beautiful Robin Chapel, and our approach to supporting people living with long term health conditions.

GLOBAL CONNECTIONS

Thistle was founded 75 years ago to support disabled veterans returning from World War II, with money raised from across the world.

ACTIVITIES

This weekend will be the first occasion for the general public to enjoy Archie’s Trail. The Robin Chapel will be having a service on Sunday afternoon, which all visitors are welcome to attend.

As part of Thistle’s anniversary celebrations, an orchard garden has been planted, which visitors will be able to access.

www.Thistle.org.uk

]]> The�Thomson�Tower was designed by�architect William�Playfair�for his friends at�Duddingston�Curling Society as a place to store their curling stones on the shores of�Duddingston�Loch. As the weather changed, curling moved indoors, and the Tower fell into disrepair. In 2009 the Trustees restored the Tower, which now houses an interpretation room in the upper chamber whilst the lower chamber houses a�museum of curling.

]]> Built in 1855 in a non-Gothic style with a notable stained glass.

]]> A tour of our new studio space demonstrating our careful insertion of new elements into a historic industrial interior. Experience how we use the space, how it shapes our business and supports our design culture.

]]> An atmospheric church with medieval origins and a Covenanter connection, now best known to Outlander fans as Cranesmuir Church, scene of the infamous Witch Trial.

For centuries churches have been the setting and inspiration for artistic endeavour. Meet our resident artists, see their work, and learn about their craft.

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This iconic Georgian building was originally opened in 1805 as the first Bank of Leith. It is now a Buddhist Meditation Centre open to people of all faiths, for meditation, prayer and classes in Yoga, Qigong and other wholesome activities to benefit body, mind and spirit.

ACTIVITIES

After a brief tour, a talk will be given in the main Shrine Room. People wishing to attend are respectfully requested to take off their shoes in the vestibule before entering the Shrine Room. Entry times for the tours and talks are: 2.30 till 3pm and 3.30 till 4pm.

www.edinburgh.samye.org

]]> This elaborate and unusual church was designed by William Stirling to replace its predecessor, built in 1773 on a site a little to the east. Much of the stone from the earlier structure was probably used to build the new church.

Built in neo-Perpendicular style, the church features buttresses to the sides of each bay which end in impressively tall, pointed finials. Stirling’s original design may have included a spire or tower, but it was never built.

The octagonal bellcote over the north entrance houses a bell cast in Rotterdam in 1670 by Cornelius Ouderogge; this was removed from the medieval church which stood further north on Kirk Hill, refitted in its 18th century successor, then moved again to its present location.

A horseshoe-shaped gallery was replaced in 1920 by a single gallery. The fine, three-light stained glass window of 1924 by Douglas Strachan was installed in memory of the Rev Joseph Conn.

The kirkyard contains several interesting and elaborate gravestones, many of which were restored as part of the Historic Kirkyards Trail project of the Ochils Landscape Partnership programme. They shed light on the inhabitants of Tillicoultry as it developed into an industrial town, with many textile mills.

]]> Great opportunity to visit the new Community Hub in Tillydrone during the construction phase. The hub will include a range of local services to support the community and suitable space for activities for people of all ages.

]]> A rare opportunity to see behind the scenes of design studio, Timorous Beasties. Explore the design and print studio first hand. Witness the screen printers in action printing lengths of fabrics and wallpapers, and find out more about the inspiration behind their world-famous collections.

Come and explore our design and print studio first hand. Witness our screen printers in action printing lengths of fabrics and wallpapers. View large displays of our design collections and find out about the inspiration behind them.

Please note: This event will be held at our design studio, not our showroom on Great Western Road.

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]]> Local children and young people have worked to create an amazing 3D replica of Ayr's High Street.

]]> Although not used as a theatre since 1963,?it's subsequent use as a bingo hall left Frank Matcham's 1909 remodelling of the?auditorium largely intact and the backstage completely untouched.

]]> 42 Miller Street is one of the last tobacco merchants� houses in Glasgow's Merchant City. Built in 1775 and restored in 1993, it is home to The Scottish Civic Trust.��Discover the building's history and the role of the Trust.

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]]> The Tolbooth was once known as the worst jail in history! Now a Cateogry A Listed public building, it is still a particularly important building in Stirling and has a very long and interesting history. Many historic features remain alongside the modern intervention completed a number of years ago.

]]> Award winning restoration of listed 18th century former town jail, customs house and post office. Now with the original clock tower and stone steps reinstated.

This striking pink harled building now houses one of Britain’s busiest lifeboat stations.

]]> The Tolbooth was once the Town Council meeting place and office, the Court and Prison. Now holds contemporary art and crafts exhibitions and tells the story of the Kirkcudbright 'art colony'.

]]> The Tolbooth is the oldest building in Stonehaven, dating from the late 16th Century. Stonehaven Tolbooth was built by George Keith, 4th Earl Marischal (c. 1553 - 1623), in Old Red Sandstone as a storehouse. Gables Crow Stepped. Chimney at west end. It is a category A listed building.

In 1600 an Act of Parliament provided that the building became a Tolbooth and local District Court. After 1624 the town business functions were also conducted from the building.

Today the ground floor contains a museum that showcases the building’s turbulent past and Stonehaven’s rich history. Visitors can examine the model of the Earth’s earliest known air breathing animal found at nearby Cowie, reminisce over past domestic life, view old photographs of the town or study the local geology. You can also study the plans for the extension to the building which includes a larger museum space and a glass encased café.

Artifacts on display include: items of incarceration, prehistory cist, cup stone and an extensive range of local fishing and farming implements.

*Please note – the 1^st floor contains the Tolbooth Restaurant which is not part of the Open Doors Days

]]> 1827, designed in Gothic revival manner by John Gall, Aberdeen, but not completed until 1844. East end first served as presbytery and then local school. Lofty, vaulted blue interior spangled with silver stars.

]]> Parliamentary church built to standard design by Thomas Telford in 1826 of which the bellcote survives. Remodelled in Gothic Revival manner by Inverness architect John Robertson in 1900. Former Telford manse next to church.

]]> Built by George Mathewson, Dundee, architect, replacing a small chapel outside the village. The east arm of the cruciform layout serves as presbytery and the interior of the church altered. There is a carved local slate date-stone above main door.

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The following site is worth a visit as you travel along Deeside, it is a Scheduled Ancient Monuments. The site is managed by Historic Scotland, access is free but the site is unmanned.

Stone circles are common throughout the British Isles, but the type of circle represented at Tomnaverie is found only in north-east Scotland. There are around 100 of them. Their characteristic feature is a large stone set on its side (recumbent), flanked by two upright stones, usually on the south or south-west arc of the circle. The tallest stones of the circle are also usually on the same arc. Such circles were built around 4,000 years ago.