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EE whats in your area! TALK SERIES 2012
The Cockburn Association is delighted to bring you
another Edinburgh Doors Open Day, the 22nd, a
festival that celebrates the citys rich architectural and
cultural heritage. This year breaks the record again with
121 venues opening their doors to let you in.
Our city is full of great buildings and works of art. By
seeking out hidden treasures, both old and new, we
introduce you to some fascinating places and activities.
We can take you from a 15th century tower to modern
architecture where ground-breaking scientic research
is taking place and from the bowels of the Earth to the
far reaches of the Universe.
For the rst time we present a programme of free
lunchtime and evening talks in the week running up to
Doors Open Day. These will reveal the secrets behind
well-known places or draw attention to treasures
scattered across Edinburgh that you may never have
noticed and can explore over the weekend.
Our thanks go to the venues, staff and volunteer s who
unlock the doors, steward the buildings, gardens and
cemeteries and organise activities, making Edinburgh
Doors Open Day the tremendously popular event that
it is. We also thank those who sponsor the event, it is
a constant challenge to raise funds and we are grateful
for the generosity of individuals and organisations that
help meet the costs.
Do share with us where you go and what Hidden
Treasures you discover. Post your pictures on our
Facebook page or keep in contact over the weekend
on Twitter with #edDOD2012.
HAVE A GREAT TIME!
Keep in touch via our website for updatesto the programme and the latest news onvenues: www.cockburnassociation.org.uk
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/
Cockburn-Association/127366580612666
Write to us at: The Cockburn Association,
Trunks Close, 55 High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1SR.
Twitter: @theCockburn
EXPLOREyour architecturaland cultural gems!
OUTH QUEENSFERRY & DALMENY
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AST END & BROUGHTON
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AURISTON & TOLLCROSS
ERCHISTON & MORNINGSIDE
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ADMISSIONTO BUILDINGS
Admission to all buildings is FREE. Visitor sentering buildings do so at their own risk;neither the organisers nor participants areresponsible for any accidents or damagesincurred. Whilst every effort is made toensure the accuracy of this programme, theCockburn Association is not responsible ifparticipating buildings alter their opening
times or fail to open. Please be aware thatsome buildings will attract large numbers ofvisitors and you may have to queue.
Please ensure that you check opening timescarefully, as arrival outwith these times willresult in entry being refused.
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Toilet Facilities
Disabled Toilet Facilities
Full Wheelchair Access
Limited Wheelchair Access
Assisted Wheelchair Access
Free Parking
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www.doorsopendays.org.ukver Illustration: Kelly Stewart www.skellydesigns.com
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**PLEASE NOTE**St Bernards Mineral Well and the Old City
Observatory are not open due to conservation works
Parking may be limited;please use public transport where possible.
1PM AT RCAHMS, 16 BERNARD TERRACEBooking advised via [email protected] or 0131 662 1456
18 SEP Smoke, Gas and Fizz: The Industry of Edinburgh MIRIAM McDONALD OF RCAHMS
19 SEP Calton Hill: Local Icon or National Ambition?KIRSTEN CARTER
20 SEP Hidden Gardens in Edinburgh JEAN BAREHAM OF GREENYONDER TOURS
21 SEP Unearthing the Hidden Treasures of Edinburghs Historic Graveyards DR SUSAN BUCKHAM
6PM AT RIDDLES COURT 322 LAWNMARKETBooking advised via [email protected] or 0131 220 1232
18 SEP Edinburghs Colony Housing and the Victorian Townscape PROFESSOR RICHARD RODGER
19 SEP 20th Century Modernism in Edinburghs Suburbia;The Work of Morris and Steedman
SIMON GREEN
20 SEP Art for All: The Edinburgh Murals of Phoebe Traquair ELIZABETH CUMMING
21 SEP The Ales, The Animals and The Arts: The History of Summerhall ANDREW WRIGHT OBE
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1. SCOTSTOUN HOUSEOFF THE B800, SOUTHQUEENSFERRY, EH30 9SE
SAT & SUN 10AM-3PM
Scotstoun House was designedby the late Peter Foggo for OveArup & Partners in 1966. It isa single storey structure within
the walled garden of a previouslydemolished country house (theoriginal Scotstoun House) andwas category B listed in 2005. By
the early 2000s the building hadstarted to show the limitations of its1960s technology. Local architectsHAA Design were engaged, whilebuilding services, sustainability,and all other engineering designelements were carried out byArup. The project won the topprize in the British Council Award2010 for the best Refurbishment/Recycled Workplace project
within an area of under 2000sq m in the UK and achieved aBREEAM rating of Excellent anda Building Energy Performancerating of A (Excellent). The buildinghouses Arups 100 designers andengineers who are working onnational projects such as the ForthReplacement Crossing, the newV&A Dundee and Glasgows newNational Indoor Sports Centreand Velodrome for the 2014Commonwealth Games.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, lectures/talks, information leaets/notes,
stewards/volunteers at key points
5. CRAMOND KIRK18 CRAMOND GLEBE ROAD,EH4 6NS
SAT 10AM-5PM
SUN 2PM-5PM
Built on the site of a Roman fort,there have been references to achurch in Cramond as far back as1256. The current building is on thesite of its predecessors and its plaincruciform shape can be traced
to 1656. Over the years the Kirkhas been modied internally andexternally and constantly repairedwith individual contributions fromnotable architects such as RobertBurn, William Burn and RobertBell. Cramond Kirk continues tobe a vibrant and well-supportedchurch with strong links to thelocal community. The graveyardis not only very well maintained,with many plants & owers, but hasgravestones dating back to 1608and a number of Commonwealthwar graves, including that of therst recorded death in WWII.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, informationleaets/notes, stewards/volunteers at keypoints, video/audio presentations
6. THE MALTINGS
2 RIVERSIDE, CRAMONDEH4 6NY
SAT & SUN 10AM-5PM
The Maltings are part of a late17th century inn complex, theRoyal Oak Inn having beendemolished in the 1970s. It is usedas an education and exhibitioncentre while its associatedbrewhouse holds an archive oflocal documents, photographs,ephemera etc. The earliest datedMesolithic occupation of Scotland
2. THE PRIORYCHURCH OF ST MARYOF MOUNT CARMEL8 HOPETOUN ROAD, SOUTHQUEENSFERRY, EH30 9RB
SAT 10AM-4PM
SUN 12NOON-4PM
The Priory Church, a category Alisted building, was originally builtas a Carmelite Friary in 1440 onland donated by the Dundas familyclose to Queen Margarets FerryCrossing. Only the Tower, SouthTransept and Choir remain today.The life of the Friars would haverevolved around daily worship,
farming, teaching and hospitality.Monastic use of the buildingcame to an end at the time of thereligious changes of the mid-16thcentury Reformation. Unlike otherFriaries in Scotland, the buildingswere not destroyed but were put
to varied local use, parts falling intodecay in the ensuing years until,in 1890, the remaining buildingswere renovated for use by theScottish Episcopal Church. Thisbuilding today is the oldest in theburgh of Queensferry and is theonly Carmelite Foundation stillin use today as a regular place ofChristian worship.
ACTIVITIES: information leaets/notes,
3. WT ARCHITECTURE,GOTE LANE STUDIO4-6 GOTE LANE, SOUTH
QUEENSFERRY, EH30 9PS
SAT & SUN 10AM-5PM
has been identied just behindthe Maltings and the exhibitioncontains artefacts from this dateuntil the present day.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, informationleaets/notes, visual displays,architectural models, stewards/volunteers at key points
7. THE LINBURN CENTRELOUIS BRAILLE AVENUE,WILKIESTON, EH27 8EJ
SAT 10AM-3PM
The Centre for the Scottish WarBlinded (Linburn Centre) is a daycentre for visually impaired ex-servicemen and women. Facilitiesinclude a craft workshop, art space,
training gym, skills kitchen, IT centre,media lounge, and remembrancegarden. The centre accommodatesup to 35 members daily and offersservices at no charge. Designed byPage\Park Architects and openedin 2011, the buildings design wasinspired by the curved shape ofa Chinese celestial phoenix thatwas presented to the original WarBlinded centre on a plaque by
the Sanlingerers Hong Kong golfclub in 1951. The centre featuresa light and spacious oorplan withcolour-coded dcor that makesit easier for blind and visually
Award-winning architects WTArchitectures newly renovatedstudios on Queensferry Harbouroverlook the Forth Rail Bridge.The studios were formerly a shshop and a cobblers shop andare part of Hillwood Place, whichwas built as colony-style ats by
the Hillwood Cooperative Societyin 1910. Exhibition of completedand forthcoming buildings by WTArchitecture.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, visual displays,architectural models
4. DALMENY KIRKMAIN STREET, DALMENY,EH30 9TT
SUN 11AM-5PM
An exceptionally well preserved12th century church. The mainentrance is elaborately carvedwith fabulous animals, gures andgrotesque heads and the interiorhas carved arches with typicalchevron (zigzag) ornamentation.Indications are that the churchwas built by the masons who hadworked on Dunfermline Abbey.It is the most complete exampleof Romanesque architectureremaining in Scotland. Thegraveyard is also worth exploringwith its richly car ved gravestones.
ACTIVITIES: information leaets/notes,stewards/volunteers at key points
impaired members to navigatewithout assistance. The building hasreceived awards from the RoyalInstitute of British Architects, theGlasgow Institute of Architects,and Disability West Lothian andwas most recently named as theScottish Building Project of theYear by the Royal Institution ofChartered Surveyors.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, informationleaets/notes, visual displays, stewards/volunteers at key points, video/audiopresentations
8. EDINBURGHINTERNATIONALCLIMBING ARENASOUTH PLATT HILL, EH28 8AA
SAT & SUN 9AM-6PM
Built against the stunning backdropof a sheer quarry rock faceamongst the rolling hills of Ratho,
the Edinburgh InternationalClimbing Arena was the vision ofarchitect David Taylor and keenclimbers Duncan McCallum andRab Anderson. Their vision was
realised in this magnicent buildingwith keen attention to detail andin keeping with the natural worldoutside. Tucked away on the westside of Edinburgh, beyond theNewbridge junction of the M8 andM9. After a change in ownershipand a refurbishment, the centrere-opened in 2007 offering notonly Europes largest climbingarena but also a bouldering room,aerial assault course, soft play,events spaces, gym, spa, cafe andretail units.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, informationleaets/notes, behind the scenes access,childrens activities, visual displays
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9. GOGAR CABINETWORKS194 GLASGOW ROAD,EH12 9BR
SAT & SUN 11AM-4PM
This Victorian Church incorporatesthe remains of a pre-reformationchapel; it has been used as a cabinetmaking workshop since 1979. Inaddition to having the opportunity
to learn about the building andits surrounding graveyard, staffwill be available to talk about therunning of the workshop basedon traditional techniques andequipment.
10. GOGARBANKWALLED GARDENGOGAR STATION ROAD,EH12 9BU
SAT 1PM-5PM
13. ECO HOUSE223 LANARK ROAD WEST,EH14 5NR
SAT & SUN 1PM-4PM
Simpson & Brown Architects havedesigned an innovative, low energyhouse in Currie that is super-insulated, air-tight and incorporatesa mix of renewables. It is compact tominimise heat loss. A heat recoverysystem stores heat generated byoccupants cooking and showeringfor supply when required. Lifetimestandards were adopted to allowfor future adaptation with regard
to accessibility.
ACTIVITIES: information leaets/notes,
visual displays, stewards/volunteers atkey points
14. BALERNOPARISH CHURCH &ST JOSEPHS CENTRE2 MAIN STREET, BALERNO,EH14 7EH
SAT 10.30AM-3.30PM
Completed in July 1884 and builtof free stone in early English styleby architect Mr James Fairleyof Edinburgh. The church has a
Gogarbank House was built byCumberland Reid in 1780. In 1818his nephew, John Reid, succeededhim and built the present additions,including the handsome walledgarden which still operates as aworking kitchen garden. With itscarefully designed box hedges,pathways and ower beds it is astunning retreat hidden behindits original 15 ft walls. Tea will beavailable in aid of military charities.
11. SUNTRAP GARDEN &MILLBUIES HOUSE43 GOGARBANK, EH12 9BY
SAT & SUN 12NOON-4.30PM
Millbuies was the home ofbenefactor George Boyd Andersonand reects his expansive,innovative, creative and slightlyeccentr ic personal ity. Designedby architect Sir Robert Matthews,assisted by Sir James DunbarNasmith, it was built in 1957 asan early eco-home incorporatingmany unusual, heat-saving featuressuggested by the owner: tripleand quadruple glazing, positioned
to catch maximum sunlight,underoor heating, a sun roomand an inner cour tyard. Thehouse is set in a beautiful gardensloping down to the Gogar burnwith statues, terraces, a sunkengarden, and specially commissioneddoocot and stone compost area.It is a fascinating example ofmodernist architecture which aims
to bring the garden into the house
hammerbeam roof and in thesouth gable there is a stained glasswindow which was gifted by aMrs Braidwood in memory of herhusband who was very interestedin the building. There is recentstained glass work by local artistLiz Cull. Works by Tod & TaylorArchitects on St Josephs Centrewere completed in March 2012.These developments have allowed
the Church to produce facilitiesin the heart of Balerno whichare adaptable, comfortable andattractive, to meet the needs of thewider community.
ACTIVITIES: information leaets/notes,visual displays, stewards/volunteers atkey points, refreshments
15. HARMENY SCHOOLMANSFIELD ROAD, BALERNO,EH14 7JY
SAT 11AM-4PM
Harmeny School is a residentialspecial school working with youngchildren whose difculties impacton their social, emotional andbehavioural development andgive rise to complex additionalsupport needs. In 2001 RichardMurphy Architects designed acourtyard development of newclassrooms and residential cottagessympathetic to the original house,which was designed by RobertRowand Anderson in 1906 andextended by Robert Lorimer in 1907.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, lectures/talks,information leaets/notes, visual displays,stewards/volunteers at key points, video/audio presentations
in accordance with the principlesof architect Frank Lloyd Wright. Itwas B listed by Historic Scotlandin February 2012. At the timeof printing the future of Suntrapis uncertain; please check www.suntrapgarden.org for details ofopening.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, lectures/talks,information leaets/notes, childrensactivities, visual displays, stewards/volunteers at key points
12. HERIOT-WATTUNIVERSITYEDINBURGH CAMPUSRICCARTON, EH14 4AS
SAT 2PM ONLY
When Heriot-Watt Universitywas gifted the Riccarton Estate toform its Edinburgh campus in 1969,
the University inherited a proudtradition of stewardship datingback over 700 years. The campusdevelopment plan, produced byconsultant architects Alan Reiach,Hall and Partners and ProfessorArnold Weddle, landscapeconsultants, was designed tomeet the challenge of building
the campus in harmony with thehistoric landscape of the estate. Theguided walk will visit some of thehistorical features and public arton the campus and end with a visit
to the University museum to ndout more about the remarkablehistory of two centuries of learningat Heriot-Watt and the richhistory of its Edinburgh campus
at Riccarton. Maps and directionsto the Edinburgh campus can befound on at http://www.hw.ac.uk/Guided tour starting at 2 pm forapproximately 1 hour. To book aplace email [email protected] or
telephone 0131 341 3218
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, visual displays
16. McNEIL HOUSE7A KINELLAN ROAD, EH12 6ES
SAT & SUN 10AM-3PM
CLOSED 1PM-2PM
McNeil House is a recentlycompleted home for the McNeilTrust, a charity formed under theauspice of the Christian ScienceChurch. This is a six bedroom, 4,500square foot house which nestlesinto the hillside of the previouslyunfued garden plot belonging to
the Trust. It has been designed inan intentionally contemporarydesign style by Lorn Macneal
Architects with an inverted oorplan arrangement. This ensures
the principal rooms with balconiescan optimise the southern aspectsover the Pentland Hills, with allbedrooms having direct accessinto the courtyard garden below. Itembraces renewable technologiesincluding ground source heatpumps.
ACTIVITIES: information leaets/notes,stewards/volunteers at key pointswww.mcneilhouse.org
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17. CORSTORPHINEHILL TOWERCLERMISTON HILL, EH12
SAT & SUN 2PM-4PM
A 20m high stone tower built tocommemorate Sir Walter Scott in1871, it is a superb viewpoint andoffers panoramic views of Fife, theIsle of May, the Pentland Hills, theTrossachs and much more. On
the way up to the Tower, visitorscan also access Corstorphine Hill
Walled Garden. Directions fromthe Clerwood bus terminus: goleft, north, along Clermiston Road,for 100 metres, cross and take
the gated track, uphill past theold walled garden on the right to
the Tower on top of the hill. TheTower can also be reached fromthe Cairnmuir Road / Kaimes Roadcarpark.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, informationleaets/notes, stewards/volunteers atkey points
18. THE DOWER HOUSEST MARGARETS PARK,CORTORPHINE HIGHSTREET, EH12 7SX
SAT 10AM-4PM
Reputed to be the oldest building inCorstorphine,The Dower Housestands at the north east corner ofSt Margarets Park and has a historydating back at least four centuries.Although the interior has been
modernised, many of its originalfeatures remain, including mouldedreplaces and wall panelling. Leasedby the Corstorphine Trust in 1991,
the house has a well stockedmuseum and archive room.
ACTIVITIES: information leaets/notes,visual displays, stewards/volunteers atkey points
capital project cost to create thePatrick Geddes Centre for Learningand Conservation is over 5m andSHBT have embarked upon a twoyear fundraising campaign to meet
these costs.
ACTIVITIES: information leaets/notes,video/audio presentations
22. THE SCOTTISHGENEALOGY SOCIETY15 VICTORIA TERRACE, EH1 2JL
SAT 12NOON-5PM
SUN 10AM-3PM
The Scottish Genealogy Society,founded in 1953, moved to 15Victoria Terrace in 1991. Thevaulted arches date to 1830-40and were constructed to support
the new West Approach Road orJohnston Terrace. The tenementsin Johnston Terrace, of which 15Victoria Terrace was originally acellar, were built in 1868-9. Duringits lifetime the property has been
used as a cellar, as an Air RaidProtection centre during WWII,by Alex Fergusson Ltd who soldit to Grifn & Tatlock (scienticequipment supplier) in 1949,
then, in the 1970s, as a pottery,bookbindery and printmakingstudio. The Society is offering aseries of one-hour talks on startingyour family history research,
together with a brief tour of thelibrary on Saturday at 12pm, 2pmand 4pm and on Sunday at 10am,12pm and 2pm. As space is limited
to only ten people per session,booking is essential pleasecall 0131 220 3677 or [email protected].
19. CORSTORPHINE OLDPARISH CHURCHKIRK LOAN, EH12 8HD
SAT 11AM-4PM
SUN 1PM-4PM
Built nearly 600 years ago thisparish church has served thepeople of Corstorphine throughmany changes. Today the beautifulbuilding remains at the heart of
the community. Stepping downinto the building, dedicated toSt John the Baptist, visitors nd
themselves in a pillared gem, whereCromwells troops once stabled
their horses, and local residents
were imprisoned in the tower tosober up or await trial for witchcraft. There is something to seeat every turn and visitors will befascinated by the Forrester family
tombs, the hour glass by the pulpitand the story of Corstorphinesown Greyfriars Bobby.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, informationleaets/notes, childrens activities, visualdisplays, stewards/volunteers at keypoints
20. CRAIGSBANKPARISH CHURCH19/19A CRAIGS BANK,EH12 8HD
SAT 10AM-2PM
SUN 1PM-2PM
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, lectures/talks,information leaets/notes, visual displays,stewards/volunteers at key points, video/audio presentations
23. CITY CHAMBERSHIGH STREET, EH1 1YJ
SUN 10AM-2PM
See if you can spot some of theCitys hidden treasures at the CityChambers. A unique venue locatedin the heart of Edinburghs OldTown, this beautiful building exudescharacter with an abundance ofornate features. The grandeurof the magnicent paintings andhistorical furniture are part of thevenues fascinating past. It stands
proud on Edinburghs ancient HighStreet which has seen history in themaking over centuries, monarchshave paraded, condemned menhave been jeered at and ordinaryfolk have gone about their businessin the narrow closes, meanderingoff the citys spine. The CityChambers house a number of keycivic spaces used by The City ofEdinburgh Council and membersof the public for civic and privatefunctions, including weddings,conferences, meetings and events.
ACTIVITIES: information leaets/notes,visual displays, stewards/volunteers atkey points
24. STILLS23 COCKBURN STREET, EH1 1BP
SAT & SUN 11AM-6PM
Stills opened in 1977 as Scotlandsrst gallery devoted to the displayof contemporary photography.Facilities have been extended toinclude photographic darkrooms,digital labs and video editingsuites, establishing an internationalreputation as a lead organisationin Scotland for the productionand display of analogue and digitalphotographic practice. In 1997
the building underwent extensiverefurbishment in order to providebetter exhibition, productionfacilities and working space, carriedout by the Edinburgh basedarchitectural rm Reiach and Hall.
The Sanctuary is a 1964-66design of Sir William Kininmonth.It features semi-circular entrancesand bell-tower, with a sunken nave,inspired by the Conventicle churchand the hollows used by theCovenanters in the 17th century.The outstanding white form of theSanctuary, square plan and at roof,attached to the 1937 Lorimerianchurch, creates a unique andstriking design in the middle of
the surrounding pitched roofdomestic residential properties.The interior is a dramatic spacefor worship and reection, theinverted clerestory dramaticallylights the windowless whiteinterior. Sunday Morning Servicestarts at 11.30; then the Churchwill be open from 1pm to 2pm.
www.craigsbankchurch.org.ukACTIVITIES: guided tours, informationleaets/notes, stewards/volunteers atkey points, refreshments
21. RIDDLES COURT322 LAWNMARKET, EH1 2PG
SAT 11AM-3PM
A category A listed 16th centurymerchants house saved fromcatastrophic loss at the end of the19th century by Sir Patrick Geddes
and colleagues. The location of afeast for King James V1 and hisqueen, Anne of Denmark, thereare many surviving historic featuresincluding two historically importantceilings from the 17th and 19thcenturies. Thomas Bonnarspainted ceiling of 1897 is a visualinterpretation of the history of
the building. The Scottish HistoricBuildings Trust has taken a longlease on the building in order tosecure its future. This will involvea major project to repair, conserveand enhance Riddles Court tocreate a centre for learning andconser vation in the Old Town. The
Tours of the building on Saturdayand Sunday starting on the hour,every hour between 11am & 4pm.In addition to the tours there willbe an animation workshop, using asimple stop-frame method that canbe undertaken by all ages. Startingat 11am on Saturday and Sunday.Places are limited so please [email protected] or phone0131 622 6200 to book your place.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, lectures/talks,information leaets/notes, visual displays,stewards/volunteers at key points
25. TRON KIRK122 HIGH STREET, EH1 1SG
SAT 10AM-4PM
SUN 12NOON-4PM
The A listed Tron Kirk wasconstructed in the 1630s by themaster-mason to the Crown andEdinburgh, John Mylne. Althoughaltered with the creation ofSouth Bridge and Hunter Squareand refurbishment in the 1970s
the building contains a mix ofarchitectural styles and has oneof Edinburghs best examplesof a 17th century timber ceiling.Archaeological excavations haverevealed some of Edinburghs bestpreserved remains of medieval and16th century tenements locatedeither side of the cobbled medievalMarlins Wynd and also a raresurviving section of the medievalHigh Street.
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GUIDED WALK FROM
EDINBURGHS OLDTOWN TO NEW TOWNJoin a Scottish Tourist Guide for a90 minute walk. View selectedvenues and hear stories aboutEdinburgh and its people.
12 NOON, SUN 23RD SEPTMeet outside Edinburgh UniversityLibrary, George Square.
2PM, SUN 23RD SEPTMeet outside West Register House,Charlotte Square.
Max Group size: 20 participants.
Book via email with Sue Gruellich:[email protected] Member of
the Scottish Tourist Guides Association.
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26. JOHN KNOX HOUSE43-45 HIGH STREET, EH1 1SR
SAT 10AM-6PM
Dating back to 1470, and nowincorporated into the ScottishStorytelling Centre, John KnoxHouse is one of Scotlands greatestcultural treasures and is associatedwith the most dramatic eventsin Scotlands turbulent history.Located in The Netherbow, thehalfway point in the Royal Mile and
the site of Edinburghs medievalgateway, the house was the homeof James Mossman, goldsmith toMary Queen of Scots, and becameknown as the nal residence of
John Knox, the Protestant reformer.On three oors, the exhibitionhighlights the buildings beautifulcraftsmanship and the storiesof its famous inhabitants. Thereis full wheelchair access to TheScottish Storytelling Centre and
the ground level of John KnoxHouse. There will be 20 free ticketsavailable in advance for every halfhour, customers can order ticketsfrom 0131 556 9579 or www.scottishstorytellingcentre.co.ukwhilst allocation lasts, and collecton the day. A further 10 tickets will bereleased every half hour on the day.
ACTIVITIES: information leaets/notes,visual displays, video/audio presentations
27. DIGITAL GRAFFITI@ SCHOP INSTITUTE36 ST MARYS STREET, EH1 1SX
SAT 12NOON-5PM
Step into Schop Institute and takepart in an experiment to map ourhidden treasures. Mark a placeor building that you consider tobe one of Edinburghs old townhidden treasures on our large scalemap of Edinburgh. Tell us whyyouve chosen it and well makea webpage just for you and yourplace. Well print a QR code weblinkon to a label which well display atyour chosen place. An ephemeral
An aristocratic mansion completedcirca 1625, with massive obelisksanking the entrance gate, OldMoray House is now part of theUniversity of Edinburghs Schoolof Education. It houses the BalconyRoom and the Cromwell Roomlocated on the rst oor. A must-see is the original turnpike stairentrance. Both rooms have theoriginal elaborate ceilings and 18thcentury panelling. The NewingtonCollection, a selection of ne art,is displayed in the corridors andstaircases. See also the purpose-built Nursery School designed onMontessori principles by Frank
Wood in 1932. Converted toSchool Reception and MorayHouse College Archive in 1999by Lewis and Hickey Architects, it
has retained many of its originalfeatures.
ACTIVITIES: information leaets/notes
31. EDINBURGHSHERIFF COURT27 CHAMBERS STREET,EH1 1LB
SAT 9.30AM-4.30PM
Edinburgh Sheriff Court is amodern building which opened to
the public in September 1994. Itis the largest of the Courts withinLothian and Borders serving apopulation of approximately450,000 and after Glasgow, thesecond busiest Court in Scotland.It houses 16 courtrooms, a cellarea and administrative ofces.Interactive events are offered:
tours of courts, cells, G4S vans,speed camera vehicles, exhibitionsby justice focus organisations andmock trials will be run throughout
the day. The restaurant willbe open from 10am - 3.30pmserving breakfasts, lunches andafternoon tea.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, lectures/talks,information leaets/notes, re-enactment/performances, behind the scenes access,visual displays, architectural models,stewards/volunteers at key points,refreshments
overlay of multiple personalstories applied to Edinburghssilent buildings will emerge. SchopInstitute is run by architects fromOliver Chapman Architects andoffers a programme of events toencourage participation in design,architecture and cities.
www.schopinstitute.comwww.oliverchapmanarchitects.com
ACTIVITIES: visual displays, architecturalmodels, stewards/volunteers at key points
28. ST CECILIAS HALLMUSEUM OF MUSICALINSTRUMENTSCOWGATE, EH1 1NQ
SAT 11AM-5PM
The auditorium at St CeciliasHall which dates from 1763 is theoldest concert hall in Scotland, and
the second oldest in Britain. Ondisplay are 50 of the worlds mostimportant and best-preservedearly keyboard instruments:harpsichords, virginals, spinets,organs and fortepianos from theperiod of their rst construction toaround 1840, many in playing order,and a display of harps, lutes, citternsand guitars. There will be a short
talk at 1pm and 3pm.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, informationleaets/notes, re-enactment/performances,childrens activities, visual displays,stewards/volunteers at key points, video/audio presentations, musical recitals
29. ACHESON
HOUSE GARDEN5 BAKEHOUSE CLOSE,146 CANONGATE, EH8 8DD
SAT 10AM-5PM
Acheson House Garden is a newly-restored historic walled garden justoff the Canongate, tucked away in
the medieval Bakehouse Close. Ittakes its inspiration from the 17thcentury examples, primarily food-growing gardens, which once layat the rear of town houses in theCanongate. The design includes
32. OLD COLLEGE,UNIVERSITY OFEDINBURGHSOUTH BRIDGE, EH8 9YL
SAT & SUN 10AM-3PM
The Old College was designedby Robert Adam in 1789 with
the magnicent Greek Revivalinteriors designed by William HPlayfair in 1819. In 1835, nancesran out and the quadrangle wasnever completed to the samegrandeur as the rest of the building.However, in 2011 a project toresurface the quadrangle wascompleted. The College houses thePlayfair Library Hall, where elevenbays of books support a cofferedvaulted ceiling, one of Edinburghsgrandest interiors. Visitors can alsoexplore other parts of the building,including the Lord Provost ElderRoom, Lee Room, Raeburn Roomand Carstares Room.
ACTIVITIES: information leaets/notes,stewards/volunteers at key points
33. TALBOT RICEGALLERYOLD COLLEGE, SOUTHBRIDGE, EH8 9YL
SAT 10AM-5PM
SUN 12NOON-5PM
Talbot Rice is one of Scotlandsleading contemporary art galleriescomprising two distinctly differentexhibition spaces. The GeorgianGallery, with its ne neoclassicalinterior, was originally designed byRobert Adam as a natural historymuseum and completed after hisdeath in 1782 by William Playfair. Ithas recently been refurbished andhas a semi-permanent display of
the University of Edinburghs TorrieCollection of predominantly 17thcentury Dutch Genre paintings. Incontrast, the neutral space of the
White Gallery was built as a seriesof chemistry lecture theatres,accounting for the high atrium. In
medicinal herbs, native vegetablevarieties and heritage fruit trees,bordered with edible hedging tocreate formal shapes. At the heartof the garden, footpaths create a
Scottish saltire and a biodiversitypond. The garden has lainneglected for many years, but it hasnow been regenerated with thehelp of Edinburgh World Heritage,Bridgend Growing Communitiesand the Patrick Geddes GardeningClub, named after the inuential
town planner who believed in theimportance of communal greenspaces. This hidden gem, a smallgreen island, is concealed in theheart of the Canongate.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, informationleaets/notes, childrens activities,stewards/volunteers at key points
30. OLD MORAY HOUSEMORAY HOUSE SCHOOL OFEDUCATION, HOLYROODROAD, EH8 8AQ
SAT 10AM-4PM
addition to enjoying the elegantspacious interiors, visitors will have
the opportunity to see the Festivalexhibitions for 2012: Tim Rollins &K.O.S.: The Black Spot, and WorkingPapers: Donald Judd Drawings,1963-93. On both days from 2pm-3pm, a drop-in drawing workshopwill be available for children under12. Children must be accompaniedby an adult at all times.
ACTIVITIES: information leaets/notes,childrens activities, visual displays,stewards/volunteers at key points
34. SCOTTISHPOETRY LIBRARY5 CRICHTONS CLOSE,CANONGATE, EH8 8DT
SAT 10AM-5PM
The Scottish Poetry Library isa purpose-built award-winningbuilding designed by MalcolmFraser. It is open to the public,and provides a light, airy spacefor readers to work, browse andborrow, as well as a programmeof exhibitions, events and readinggroups. Would you like a poemprescribed especially for you? Popin and talk to the Poem Doctor,who will lead you to a poem youmight just treasure forever. Joinin a Poetry Treasure Hunt or
try building poems from bookspines nding poetic treasures inunexpected places.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, informationleaets/notes, visual displays
35. THE SCOTTISHPARLIAMENTHORSE WYND, EH99 1SP
SAT 10AM-4.30PM
Wheelchair access with assistance
to Queensberry House
Opened by HM The Queen in2004, the Scottish Parliament haswelcomed over 2 million visitors toits Holyrood site. Visit and exploreareas normally only accessible
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through accompanied tours,including the Debating Chamber,Garden Lobby and MembersLobby. Historic Queensber ryHouse, home of the 2nd Dukeof Queensberry in the early18th century, will be accessible(wheelchair access with assistance)as will the contemporary versionof a Scottish Knot Garden. In thegarden, visitors can also enjoy anexhibition of sculptures by the lateGeorge Wyllie MBE. Exhibition,caf and shop will be open.
ACTIVITIES: information leaets/notes, behind the scenes a ccess, visualdisplays, architectural models, stewards/volunteers at key points
36. ICMS & ECCI15 SOUTH COLLEGESTREET, EH8 9AA
SAT 10.30AM-4.30PM
40. DOVECOT STUDIOS10 INFIRMARY STREET,EH1 1LT
SAT 10.30AM-5.30PM
Built in 1885 and designed byRobert Morham as the rst publicbaths in Edinburgh, the InrmaryStreet Baths were in use until the1990s when they fell into disrepair.Following rescue of the derelictbaths and a two year refurbishmentprogramme completed in 2009, thebuilding became home to DovecotStudios, one of the worlds leadingcontemporary tapestry studiosand an international centre for
tapestry as a modern art form.
Dovecot champions art, design andcraftsmanship at the very highestlevel. Tapestry weaving remainscentral to the building which alsoincorporates three museum-qualityexhibition galleries or exible eventspaces, as well as commercialofces and residential apartments.www.dovecotstudios.com
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Home to the International Centrefor Mathematical Sciences and
the Edinburgh Centre for CarbonInnovation, the former CollegeStreet United Presbyterian Churchwas built in 1856 in Graeco-Italianstyle by Patrick Wilson. The nelydetailed temple front has conchniches and bracketed balconies. Theinterior was remodelled in 1996 byReiach and Hall to form ofces andconference facilities. ICMS is one of
the UKs most important resourcesin the mathematical sciences. Byopening their doors ICMS hope
to demonstrate their internationalwork and share some insightsinto the importance of maths
through some interesting, fun andchallenging puzzles and games.ECCIs low carbon hub brings
together businesses, governments,researchers and communities tond solutions to global challengesand take risks on ideas andinnovations that will create a lowcarbon future. Visit the hub to ndout more about what ECCI do andhow they do it.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, informationleaets/notes, childrens activities, visualdisplays, architectural models, stewards/volunteers at key points
37. ANATOMY MUSEUM& LECTURE THEATREOLD MEDICAL SCHOOL,TEVIOT PLACE, EH8 8AG
SAT 10AM-4PM
The remnants of what was once
an extensive museum are nowlocated on the top oor, wherehistorical and contemporarymaterial used by anatomy studentsis stored. The magnicent steeply-raked lecture theatre, still in currentuse, was designed by RobertRowand Anderson in 1877. Due
to its aesthetic appeal parts of thebuilding have been used for both
television and big screen lming.20 minute talk on the hour in thelecture theatre 11am to 3pm.
ACTIVITIES: lectures/talks
41. SURGEONS HALLMUSEUM9 HILL SQUARE, EH8 9DW
SAT & SUN 12NOON-4PM
Surgeons Hall dates back to 1832and is Scotlands oldest museum.Housed in an outstanding exampleof William Playfairs architecture,
the Museum contains one ofthe largest and most historiccollections of surgical pathology in
the World. Developed as a teachingmuseum for students of medicine,its collections, including bone and
tissue specimens, artefacts andart, form a fascinating collection.There will also be behind thescenes tours running at 10:30,11:30, 12:30 & 1:30 (no wheel chairaccess to this area) which must bepre-booked by calling 0131 5271649/1711 or emailing: [email protected]
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, informationleaets/notes, behind the scenes access,visual displays, architectural models,stewards/volunteers at key points,video/audio presentations
42. FESTIVAL THEATRE13/29 NICOLSON STREET,EH8 9FT
SAT 10AM-12.30PM
SUN 11AM-3.30PM
The Festival Theatre, situated on
the longest running continuoustheatre site in Edinburgh, openedin June 1994 boasting, at that time,
the largest stage in the UK, a 1,915seat auditorium, spacious barsand function suites, an iconic glassfaade, and state of the art stageequipment and back stage facilities.Visitors walk through the decadesas they step through the modernfoyer into the 1928 auditorium.The Theatre has a national andinternational reputation as oneof the UKs premiere presentingvenues. On Saturday there willbe a 90 minute tour at 11am anddrop in workshops in Visual Art
38. THE REID CONCERTHALL MUSEUMBRISTO SQUARE, EH8 9AG
SAT 10AM-4PM
The Collection is housed inpurpose-built Victorian galleriesof 1859 in the Reid Concert Hall.The Collection was established as
the Music Classroom Museum byProfessor John Donaldson (1845-65) who built its present gallery.On display are nearly 1000 itemsincluding stringed, woodwind, brassand percussion instruments fromBritain, Europe and from across
the world. The instrumental historyof the Orchestra, the Wind Band,
Theatre, Dance, Popular Music,Brass Bands, is exemplied by
the instruments on display, whichinclude many beautiful examplesof the instrument-makers art over
the past 400 years. There will be ashort talk at 1pm and 3pm.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, informationleaets/notes, childrens activities, visualdisplays, stewards/volunteers at key points,audio presentations, musical recitals
39. TEVIOT ROW HOUSE13 BRISTO SQUARE, EH8 9AJ
SAT 10AM-4PM
Teviot Row House is one of theStudent Union buildings managedby Edinburgh University StudentsAssociation (EUSA) and is theworlds oldest purpose built
Student Union building. Teviot RowHouse was built in a 16th centuryScots architectural style with lateGothic features. It has a variety ofcatering and bar areas, a debatingchamber, a dining room, and manyother meeting rooms. Recentrefurbishment programmes include
the creation of the New Amphioncoffee bar, restaurant, and licensedbar on the mezzanine level, theLoft Bar on the Debating Halllevel and the Chocolate Moose
the olde style sweetshop on theground oor.
and Creative Writing will run from10am 12 noon. On Sunday 90minute tours at 11am and 2pm.Places on the tours and workshopmust be booked in advance andparticipants will need to turn up tobook rst thing in the morning tosecure a place (from 9.30am at theBox Ofce).
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, behind thescenes access
43. BUCCLEUCH ANDGREYFRIARS FREECHURCH OF SCOTLAND& CHAPEL OF EASEGRAVEYARD10 WEST CROSSCAUSEWAY,EH8 9JP
SAT 12NOON-4PM
Buccleuch and Greyfriars FreeChurch, dating from 1856,dominates the Causey space withits towering steeple and is by thearchitects J, WH & JM Hay. Thebuilding was altered internally in
the 1980s but retains impressivefeatures. Across the road, theChapel of Ease was built in 1755-6 as an overow for St Cuthberts,Lothian Road. It has been alteredseveral times, latterly by DavidMcGibbon in 1886 (who added
the spire) and has been knownas St Cuthberts Chapel of Ease possibly giving the name to ChapelStreet - and later as BuccleuchParish Church. Today it is nolonger a consecrated church andis used for storage by EdinburghUniversity. The Graveyard containsseveral signicant graves and isnot normally open to the public.The Causey Development Trusthas organised these openings - seewww.thecausey.org for informationabout how they aim to transformThe Causey into a place for people.
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44. UNIVERSITY OFEDINBURGH MAINLIBRARYGEORGE SQUARE, EH8 9LJ
SAT & SUN 12NOON-4.30PM
The Main Library was designed bySir Basil Spence and completed in1967. It was A listed in 2005. Amajor redevelopment commencedin 2007 and is on-going with sevenout of eight oors completed, toprovide library facilities t for the21st century. The library is in awonderful setting between GeorgeSquare and the Meadows.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, informationleaets/notes, visual displays, stewards/volunteers at key points
45. SUMMERHALL1 SUMMERHALL, EH9 1PL
SAT & SUN 11AM-4PM
Summerhall is a major new artscentre for Edinburgh, with dozensof spaces displaying the arts, actingas studio space, or available forperformances. Based in the oldcampus of the Royal (Dick) Schoolof Veterinary Studies, spaces toexplore include: old libraries andlaboratories, the Anatomy LectureTheatre, the Dissection Room,and even the Post-Mortem Room.Prepare for an exciting journeyof discovery, and nd out how
Laudate House has accommodatedthe German speaking congregationin Edinburgh since 1967 when itwas built by the architect Reiach &Hall to designs by Alfred Schildt. Itis a purpose built community stylecentre typical of the time witha large stained glass window byGeorge Garson allowing a lot oflight into the worship room. Theinterior has just been renovated
to its original style. Therefore thevisitor encounters an original 1960sbuilding in the Grange well used by
the congregation and other groupsincluding a nursery. There will be amusical recital at 5pm.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, informationleaets/notes, childrens activities, visualdisplays, musical recitals
49. ABERDEEN ASSETMANAGEMENT40 PRINCES STREET, EH2 2BY
SAT 10AM-4PM
vet students used to learn thescience of veterinary medicine.From the outside Summerhall has
the grey, formal appearance of atraditional municipal building. Butinside, prepare to nd yourself ina labyrinth of surprises. As well asarchitectural quirks, there will bedozens of artists work on display.And, the jewel in the crown, thenewly furnished bar, decoratedwith historical bits and bobs fromanimal pre-history!
ACTIVITIES: information leaets/notes,behind the scenes access, visual displays,video/audio presentations
46. THE QUEENS HALL85 CLERK STREET, EH8 9JG
SAT 11AM-4PM
A category A listed formerchurch designed by architectRobert Brown in 1822 which iscelebrating its 33rd anniversary asa concert hall in 2012 and nowhosts approximately 300 concertsa year to over 100,000 people.The free guided tours will allowvisitors to access all areas of theHall inside, outside, onstage,backstage including areas notopen to the public that show theoriginal architecture and design of
the building.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, informationleaets/notes, behind the scenes access,visual displays, video/audio presentations
This is a modern ofce developmenton the site of the old C & A buildingwith spectacular views to the southfrom the 6th and 7th oor ofces.They have part of the CorporateArt Collection of Aberdeen AssetManagement, predominantly acollection of Scottish art datingfrom Victorian to present day.Prospective visitors should [email protected]
to book spaces on guided tourslasting approximately 30 minutes.Visitors will be asked to providecontact details and on the day willbe asked to bring proof of address.Unfortunately, speculative callerscannot be accommodated.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours
50. ASSEMBLY ROOMS54 GEORGE STREET, EH2 2LR
SUN 11AM-4PM
The beautiful 18th century A listedbuilding is the most importantbuilding of its type surviving in
the UK thanks to the quality of itsarchitecture, function, history and
the wide programme of diverseevents held in it. The AssemblyRooms were initially built in 1787as a focal point for cultural, socialand commercial life, a role which itcontinues to full today. Edinburghsiconic Assembly Rooms on George
47. ROYAL COMMISSIONON THE ANCIENTAND HISTORICALMONUMENTS OFSCOTLAND16 BERNARD TERRACE,EH8 9NX
SAT 10AM-5PM
For over 100 years RCAHMS hasbeen working to create a recordof Scotlands built environment.Its vast national collection of over15 million unique items is madeavailable to the public to exploreonline and in their Search Room.This year RCAHMS is showcasing
the hidden treasures of Scotlandsrich archaeological, architecturaland industrial heritage that arerevealed through their collectionsand survey work. Some of itsbest collections will be on displayincluding historic photographs,excavation drawings and maps,modern survey photographs,measured survey drawings, 3Ddigital models, original architectsdrawings, rare books, and imagesdating back to 1919 in the NationalCollection of Aerial Photography.Youll get the chance to listen to
talks from specialist staff, viewexhibitions and join behind thescenes tours to nd out thesecrets of how sites are discovered,recorded and researched.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, lectures/talks,information leaets/notes, behind thescenes access, visual displays, stewards/volunteers at key points, video/audiopresentations
48. LAUDATE HOUSE,GERMAN SPEAKINGCONGREGATION1 CHALMERS CRESCENT,EH9 1TW
SAT 1PM-5.30PM
Street reopened in July following a9.3million refurbishment. Situatedin the centre of Edinburghsmost stylish street, this A listedbuilding has been restored to itsformer glory with the inclusion ofmodern technical infrastructure tofurther improve its capabilities asa venue for events. Architecturaldetails have been preserved andenhanced, with fresh neutraldecoration throughout.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, informationleaets/notes, behind the scenes tours,visual displays, stewards/volunteers atkey points
51. ACE IT COMPUTERTRAINING115 GEORGE STREET, EH2 4JN
SAT 10AM-2PM
The building was A listed inJanuary 1966 and described asthe grandest surviving originaldomestic faade on George Street.It was built by James Nisbet, circa1790, for his own use. There weresubsequent alterations to theground oor by Knox and Huttonin 1883 but in 1978-80 the groundoor was reinstated by CovellMatthews Partnership to as nearas possible the original design.The ceiling medallions, cornicingand plasterwork have been fullyrestored featuring the originaldesigns of James Nisbet. Over theyears the building has been used byhat makers, drapers and insurancerms. ACE IT is a small local charity
that runs computer classes forolder people.
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52. ROYAL COLLEGEOF PHYSICIANS OFEDINBURGH9 QUEEN STREET, EH2 1JQ
SUN 11AM-4PM
The Royal College of Physicians ofEdinburgh provides a unique blendof Georgian, Victorian and modernarchitecture. Hidden behind themain door at No. 9 Queen Streetis one of the citys most beautifulinteriors including an imperialstaircase, New Library, Great Hall,Cullen Suite and Queen MotherConference Centre. Since 1848
the present building has beenthe home of the College and itsmission today remains close to theideals of its founders: namely topromote the highest standards ininternal medicine.
ACTIVITIES: information leaets/notes,visual displays, stewards/volunteers atkey points
53. EDINBURGHPHOTOGRAPHICSOCIETY
68 GREAT KING STREET,EH3 6QU
SUN 11AM-4PM
A Georgian town house bought bythe Society in 1954 for their useover four oors and including agarden. There will be guided toursrunning through the day. Learnwhat camera equipment to useand how to achieve good images.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, informationleaets/notes, visual displays, video/audiopresentations
57. SCOTTISH ARTS CLUB24 RUTLAND SQUARE,EH1 2BW
SAT 11AM-4PM
The premises on Rutland Squarewere built as part of the GeorgianNew Town Development between1830 and 1840. The architect was
John Tait (1787-1856), who isburied in the Dean Cemetery. It
was purchased by the Scottish ArtsClub in 1894 and has been thesocial hub of the arts in Scotlandever since. However, it still retainsmuch of the character of a privatehouse.
ACTIVITIES: information leaets/notes,stewards/volunteers at key points
58. B+B EDINBURGH3 ROTHESAY TERRACE,EH3 7RY
SAT & SUN 10AM-10PM
54. LORN MACNEALARCHITECTS3 ST VINCENT STREET,EH3 6SW
SAT & SUN 10AM-3PM
Lorn Macneal, Chartered architects,have been established in the NewTown for over 25 years with avaried portfolio of predominantlyprivate client works. They havea great many past and presentprojects on display in their studioofce, as well as demonstrationsof computer visualisations andmodels. www.lornmacneal.co.uk
ACTIVITIES: visual displays, architect uralmodels
55. THE DANISHCULTURAL INSTITUTE3 DOUNE TERRACE, EH3 6DY
SAT & SUN 10AM-5PM
An elegant Georgian town housein the New Town that has beenhome to the Danish CulturalInstitute since 1957. There will bean exhibition in the Gallery by theDanish photographer Kurt Hoppecalled Hidden Spaces, ForgottenPlaces.
ACTIVITIES: information leaets/notes,visual displays
Designed in 1883 by the architectAG Sydney Mitchell for John RitchieFindlay, the editor of The Scotsmannewspaper. The interior is richlydecorated in a Franco-Italian styleand was sensitively refurbished andmodernised in 2011 by the B+BCollection. It is category A listedand features a spectacular galleriedLibrary and views over the DeanVillage.
ACTIVITIES: information leaets/notes,visual displays
59. TRADES MAIDENHOSPITAL61 MELVILLE STREET, EH3 7HL
SUN 10AM-4PM
The building is the fourth site forthe Trades Maiden Hospital, theformer ones being at Argyle Square(now Chambers Street), Rillbankand the Grange before beingmoved to the current propertyin 1970. It houses a collectionof artefacts belonging to the
Incorporated Trades of Edinburghthat trace their charters, or sealsof cause, back to the 15th centuryand contains an exhibition showing
the origins and histories of theIncorporated Trades of Edinburgh.Special exhibits include the BlueBlanket of Edinburgh, an originalNational Covenant dated 1638, aGeneva bible dated 1615 belonging
to the Wrights and Masons, anda King James bible dated 1617,
the property of the Skinners ofEdinburgh. The collection includesmany rare pictures, references to
the Magdalen Chapel, meetingplace of the Convenery of Trades
56. ROYAL BOTANICGARDEN, HERBARIUMAND LIBRARY20A INVERLEITH ROW,EH3 5LR
SAT 10AM-4PM
The terrazzo and glass Herbarium& Library building overlooks theNE corner of the Garden. Openedin 1964 and extended in 2005-6,it houses one of Europes largestbotanical libraries and a collectionof around 3 million preserved plantand fungi specimens supporting
the Gardens global research,conservation and educationprogrammes.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, behind thescenes access, visual displays, video/audiopresentations
from 1596, furniture, silverware andthe heraldic shields of Edinburghshistoric Incorporations.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, informationleaets/notes, visual displays
60. ST MARYSCATHEDRAL SONGSCHOOLPALMERSTON PLACE, EH12 5AW
SAT 10AM-4PM
SUN 12NOON-3PM
Painted in 1888-92 PhoebeTraquairs acclaimed muralsrestored in 1998 illustrate thecanticle Benedicte Omnia Opera.
Showing Pre-Raphaelite inuence,they are a moving expression offaith. The Song School is in dailyuse by the Choristers of theCathedral, so these outstandingmurals may only be seen during
the Edinburgh Festival or by specialappointment. From PalmerstonPlace facing the West (main) doorsof the Cathedral, those wanting tosee the Song School should take
the left hand path down the sideof the Cathedral. On entering thecar park turn left past Old CoatesHouse, and the Song School is thebuilding next to it. It will be wellsigned.
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61. DEAN CEMETERYDEAN PATH, EH4 3AT
SUN 1PM-4.30PM
The most fashionable ofEdinburghs mid-19th centurygarden cemeteries, chosen bymany of Edinburghs historicalgures including Lord Cockburn
for their nal resting-place. Mapswill be available from volunteersof the Dean Village Associationfor self-guided tours. Please note
that dogs are not permitted in theCemetery.
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62. INSTITUT FRANCAISDECOSSE13 RANDOLPH CRESCENT,EH3 7TT
SAT 9.30AM-4PM
Built in the early 19th century andrst inhabited in 1839, this largehouses notable occupants included
the Stevenson sisters (Louisa &Flora) from 1859 to 1908. It was amaternity home when acquired by
the French Government in 1945.Since the Institutes establishmentin 1946, its Library has openedits doors to all. It is housed in tworecently renovated ground-oorrooms with magnicent views ofRandolph Crescent Gardens to
the front and Dean Valley at theback. Some original features suchas the harmonious proportions of
the reading-room and the elegantcornices have been restored
to view.
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63. EDINBURGH SOCIETYOF MUSICIANS3 BELFORD ROAD, EH4 3BL
SAT 10AM-4PM
The premises were originally knownas Drumsheugh Toll and weredesigned by George Washington
Browne in 1891, in a free Tudorstyle as a studio house for the artistCharles Martin Hardie RSA (1875-1952). The base-course features
thistles for Hardie and eagles for hisPolish wife. Edinburgh Society ofMusicians inhabit the split-level rstoor (no.2), consisting of a recitalroom with a leaded-glass baywindow overlooking Dean Villageand the Water of Lei th, a cosy bar, alounge, an artists room with leadedwindows overlooking Belford Road,and a small mezzanine room. In thewinter it has an intimate charm andin the summer, with the sunlightstreaming in the windows, it
67. USHER HALLLOTHIAN ROAD, EH1 2EA
SAT 10AM-4PM
Built in 1914, the Usher Hall is a
beautiful Edwardian concert hallset in the heart of Edinburgh.Steeped in history, the Hall is thecitys key venue for visiting nationaland international orchestras. Itembraces the widest range ofmusic and events, including rock,pop, world, folk, blues, comedy,conferences, award ceremoniesand recording sessions. From EllaFitzgerald to Winston Churchill;
Johnny Cash to The Rolling Stones;Billy Connolly to Jamie Cullum;Robert Plant to Katherine Jenkins- the worlds greatest artists havestood on its stage. A selectionof art from the citys nationallyrecognised art collection is ondisplay throughout the building. TheUsher Hall is Scotlands only 5 starconcert hall. Tours take place everyhour from 10.30am.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, behind the
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68. TRAVERSE THEATRE10 CAMBRIDGE STREET,EH1 2ED
SUN 11AM-5PM
The Traverse Theatre is Scotlandsnew writing theatre. Fromits conception in 1963, it hasembraced a spirit of innovationand risk taking that launched thecareers of many of Scotlands best-known writers including John Byrne,
enhances enormously the pleasureof the music. In the recital room
there are Steinway B and SteinwayM grand pianos and in the artistsroom we have a ZuckermannFlemish V harpsichord.
ACTIVITIES: information leaets/notes,stewards/volunteers at key points,musical recitals, refreshments
64. STEWARTSMELVILLE COLLEGEQUEENSFERRY ROAD, EH4 3EZ
SAT 2PM-5PM
The Old College, by DavidRhind, opened in 1855 as DanielStewarts Hospital for 50 poorand destitute boys. In 1870 theEdinburgh Merchant Company
turned the Hospital into a feepaying day school and changed thename to Daniel Stewarts College.The old courtyard at the northside of the building was eventuallyroofed over and this was reopenedin 2007 following a multi millionpound rebuild to create a newPerforming Arts Centre. This was
designed by the internationallyrenowned architects Simpson andBrown. There are other ne roomswithin the Old College such as theLibrary, formerly the Chapel, whichis now fully restored.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, informationleaets/notes, video/audio presentations
65. ST MARKSUNITARIAN CHURCH7 CASTLE TERRACE, EH1 2DP
SAT 10AM-6PM
David Greig, David Harrower andLiz Lochhead. In 1992, the TraverseTheatre moved to CambridgeStreet to a 3.3million purpose-built two theatre space with barcaf. The Traverse provides theinfrastructure for professionalsupport as well as the expertise
to ensure the development ofa dynamic theatre culture forScotland. It produces, on average,six Traverse Theatre Companyproductions or co-productions peryear. The Traverse Theatre will beproviding backstage tours ever y 20minutes throughout the day. Toursare free but must be booked inadvance with the Box Ofce on0131 228 1404 or in person.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, informationleaets/notes, behind the scenes access,
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69. FILMHOUSE88 LOTHIAN ROAD, EH3 9BZ
SUN 10AM-4PM
The church at 88 Lothian Roadwas originally the United AssociateSynod Church and designed by thearchitect David Bryce in 1830-31while he was assistant to WilliamBurn. In 1979 the boarded-upChurch became the home of a newventure in cultural cinema. A 100seat auditorium (now cinema 2)accessed via Morrison Street Lanewas the fairly inauspicious start.The listed front of the building was
to remain inaccessible for someyears to come. By 1985 things had
been transformed. A new 280 seatauditorium and bar were addedand the front entrance opened up.That was how things remained until1997 when the functions hall was
transformed into a third screen.Full details of projection tours,
talks and screenings will be availableat www.lmhousecinema.comand published in its Septemberbrochure, available by calling 0131228 2688.
ACTIVITIES: lectures/talks, informationleaets/notes, behind the scenes access,video/audio presentations
The Church was designed by thedistinguished Scottish architectDavid Bryce and built as a UnitarianChurch in 1835. Unitarians do notgenerally embrace the concept ofsainthood, and it is one of only twoUnitarian Churches identied witha saints name, perhaps because,in 1835, there was a threat oflitigation in English Courts thatcould challenge the rights ofUnitarians to church buildings.Perhaps also the use of the IHSsymbol on the sounding board thatwas formerly above the pulpit andon the bays above the Gallery, waspart of this requirement. Behind theBaroque faade there is a galleriedU-plan interior with iron columnssupporting the arched ceiling andallowing for an exceptionally and
naturally well lit interior, which hasMannerist touches. Piano Recitalat 1.00pm (free but with retiringcollection). Wheelchair access toground oor only.
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66. PARISH CHURCH OFST CUTHBERT5 LOTHIAN ROAD, EH1 2EP
SAT 10AM-5PM
The present church was built in1892-94 when traces of at leastsix earlier church buildings werefound. Inside, at the eastern end of
the Church is a modied versionof Leonardo da Vincis Last Supper
made from alabaster, and stunningItalian Renaissance style paintedpanels. Also of note is the stainedglass window by Tiffany of NewYork depicting David & Goliath. TheMemorial Chapel, located off theentrance vestibule, is where AgathaChristie was married in 1930.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, informationleaets/notes, behind the scenes access,childrens activities, visual displays,stewards/volunteers at key points,musical recital
70. GENERAL REGISTERHOUSE AND NEWREGISTER HOUSE2 PRINCES STREET, EH1 3YY& 3 WEST REGISTER STREET,EH1 3YT
SAT 10AM-4.30PM
General Register House, begunby Robert Adam in 1774, andNew Register House, designed by
Robert Matheson (1861), are twomagnicent neo-classical buildings.Both buildings house the NationalRecords of Scotland and theScotlandsPeople Family HistoryCentre. New Register House isalso home to the Court of the LordLyon. Three amazing rotundas arestill used for storing records. InAdams dome (1789), modelledon the Pantheon in Rome, a rarestatue of George III (1794) can beseen. Visitors can take a tour, attenda talk or search some of the uniquefamily history and other historicalresources on offer.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, lectures/talks,information leaets/notes, behind thescenes access, visual displays, stewards/volunteers at key points, video/audiopresentations
71. ST ANDREWS HOUSEREGENT ROAD, EH1 3DG
SAT & SUN 10AM-4PM
St Andrews House is a category Alisted Art Deco inuenced buildingon the southern ank of CaltonHill - the home of the ScottishGovernment. Designed by ThomasS. Tait of Tait and Lorne architects.Prospective visitors should [email protected] to book spaces on guided tourslasting approximately 40 minutes.Visitors will be asked to provide
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contact details and on the day willbe asked to bring proof of addressand photographic ID. Speculativecallers cannot be accommodatedand tours are normally fully bookedwell in advance. No photography ispermitted inside the building.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, informationleaets/notes, behind the scenes access,visual displays, architectural models
72. BURNS MONUMENTREGENT ROAD, EH1 3DG
SAT & SUN 11AM-4PM
Built in 1831, the monument tocommemorate Robert Burns wasdesigned by Thomas Hamilton. It is
based on the Choragic monumentof Lysicrates in Athens andoriginally housed a statue of thebard by sculptor John Flaxman.There is a display about therestoration work and the plantingof the Burns Poetry garden.
ACTIVITIES: musical recital
73. INGLEBY GALLERY15 CALTON ROAD, EH8 8DL
SAT 10AM-4PM
completed the conversion of thechurch to an auction house in 2003.During the Doors Open weekend,
the 2012 International Sale of FineAntiques and Old Master Paintingswill be on view.
ACTIVITIES: information leaets/notes,visual displays, stewards/volunteers atkey point
77. EDINBURGHBAH CENTRE44 ALBANY STREET, EH1 3QR
SAT & SUN 2PM-5PM
The Edinburgh Bahai Centre, abeautifully refurbished Georgianbuilding situated in the NewTown, is the home of the ScottishBah Community. Fundraisingfrom within the Bah communitybegan in 2004 and the presentbuilding, previously owned by acharitable organisation, was foundand subsequently purchased in2005. The strategy was to restore,repair and conserve the periodfeatures and adopt a very simple,neutral approach to furnishing the
rooms. The building is equippedwith multi-functional reception andmeeting rooms, which are suitablefor various community activities.As well as providing a space for
the Bah community to meet, theCentre aims to provide a suitableenvironment for engaging withwider society on the question ofbettering community and spirituallife in Scotland. Since opening,receptions have been held withScotlands religious leaders andother distinguished visitors.
ACTIVITIES: visual displays, stewards/volunteers at key points, musical recital,
The gallery has been created in thebuilding that formerly housed TheVenue, an infamous nightclub onCalton Road. On the ground oor
there is a small gallery and printand publications room. On theupper oor there is a large galleryspace. A dramatic new staircasehas been introduced between theoors giving a discreet, hidden andbeautiful route between the threeoors of the building. The secludedlower ground oor is being openedup for one day to give the publicaccess to the private viewing roomand library.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, informationleaets/notes, behind the scenes access,visual displays
74. THE STEEL HOUSE3 HART STREET, EH1 3RN
SAT 2PM-6PM
The Steel House is a strikingcontemporary new house builtin the heart of Edinburghs NewTown in 2002. Finished externallyin stainless steel the house sits ina walled garden between Georgian
townhouses. It is a demonstrationof how good quality modernarchitecture can sit comfortablyin a historic setting and as it isnow reaching its tenth birthday,
the owners, Gordon and Racheal
78. MANSFIELDTRAQUAIR CENTRE ANDOFFICES OF THE SCVO15 MANSFIELD PLACE, EH3 6BB
SUN 1PM-4PM
The Manseld Traquair Centre,designed by Sir Robert RowandAnderson, is a former CatholicApostolic Church. The outstandingfeature is the scheme of muraldecoration painted by PhoebeAnna Traquair in the 1890s. Therenovated building, now houses
the Scottish Council for VoluntaryOrganisat ions. This years DODwill include a rare opportunity
to view SCVOs stunning ofces,
usually hidden behind closed doors.ACTIVITIES: guided tours, informationleaets/notes, visual displays, stewards/volunteers at key points
79. CENTRAL DEPOT,LOTHIAN BUSES PLC55 ANNANDALE STREET, EH7 4AZ
SAT 11.45AM-4PM
Constructed in just a few weeksin 1922 as Edinburghs IndustrialExhibition Hall, the building playedhost to many large national showsin the 1920s, including the ScottishMotor Show and EdinburghsChristmas Fun Fair. The buildingbecame a bus garage in 1926 andwas extended in 1933 and 1963 toaccommodate the ever expandingeet of buses. There will be busesfrom the 1950s to the presentday on display. Find out how thebuses have developed over theyears, both on the outside but alsoin their hidden interiors! Pleaselook out for information on theirwebsite regarding advance bookingfor some aspects of the open day -Guided Tours by open-top bus , trips
through the bus wash, a chance tosit behind the steering wheel ofone of their buses, plus much more.www.lothianbuses.com
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, informationleaets/notes, behind the scenes access,childrens activities, visual displays
Greig, have decided to open it forDoors Open Day. The designersof the house, Zone Architects, willalso be in attendance to talk about
the building.
ACTIVITIES: stewards/volunteers at keypoints
75. EDINBURGHPRINTMAKERS23 UNION STREET, EH1 3LR
SAT 10AM-6PM
Edinburgh Printmakers buildingon Union Street was originally awashhouse for the local communitybut now functions as a gallery andopen-access printmaking studio.
With the chimney still visibleon the Edinburgh skyline andoriginal features still visible on theinterior, Edinburgh Printmakers is afascinating building to visit. During
the Edinburgh Doors Open Day,guided tours of the printmakingstudio and its facilities will beavailable.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, informationleaets/notes, visual displays
76. LYON ANDTURNBULL33 BROUGHTON PLACE,EH1 3RR
SAT & SUN 10AM-4PM
Lyon & Turnbull is a privately
owned international auctionhouse based in Scotland. Foundedin 1826, it is Scotlands oldestauction house. The company hasits salerooms in Edinburgh andofces in London Pall Mall andGlasgow. Lyon & Turnbull is basedin a neoclassical building, designedby Archibald Elliot and built in1821. The building was originallyBroughton Place Church andsome of the original features stillremain. Malcolm Fraser Architectswon the Edinburgh ArchitecturalAssociation Conservation andRegeneration Award and RosesDesign Award in 2006, having
80. 1 WESTANNANDALE STREETEH7 4JT
SAT 10AM-4PM
Originally built as a shop atthe same time as the adjoiningtenement in the late 1800s thebuilding in recent times has beena laundry and a sweet shop beforebeing converted to residential usein 1984. This 1980s conversioninvolved inlling the shop frontwith masonry leaving only twosmall windows and a door whicheffectively cut the majority of the
building off from daylight. Therecent refurbishment attempts
to correct this by reinstatingshopfront like architecture at thefront and rearranging the interior
to allow light and ventilation intothe basement.
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81. HOLYROOD ABBEYCHURCH OF SCOTLAND83 LONDON ROAD, EH7 5TT
SAT 10AM-4PM
SUN 2PM-5PM
The foundation stone of theAbbeyhill United PresbyterianChurch was laid on 30 September1899 for a congregation previouslyin Blackfriars Street. The Churchwas opened on 22 December1900 and soon became known as
the Abbeyhill United Free Church.The congregation moved to theChurch of Scotland in 1929 andhas been served by only fourministers since 1920. While thelate-Victorian main church focuseson a rose window over the pulpit,
the church hall by Malcolm FraserArchitects has a breath-taking view
to Ar thurs Seat. There will be achildrens treasure hunt and arts& crafts projects, connecting both
the overall theme and the buildingsrich history as part of the widerScottish Christian culture.
ACTIVITIES: information leaets/notes,childrens activities, visual displays,stewards/volunteers at key points, video/audio presentations, musical recitals
82. GEORGEHERIOTS SCHOOLLAURISTON PLACE, EH3 9EQ
SAT 10AM-4PM
(LAST ADMISSION 3.15PM)
Designed as an extension toSt Cuthberts Co-operativeAssociations department storein 1937 by the architect TWMarwick (whose father designed
the neighbouring building) theModernist elevation was therst glass curtain-wall to bebuilt in Scotland. The architectAndrew Doolan converted it
to a conference centre in 2000,adding the Penthouse on the 5thoor which offers spectacularviews of Edinburgh and the Castle.The conference centre has wonnumerous design awards.
ACTIVITIES: information leaets/notes
85. CASTLES WITHCRICHTON
PENTHOUSE AT THE POINTHOTEL, EH3 9AF
SUN 11.30AM-3PM
Crichton Wood, architect, will berunning workshops for children &adults to design and make modernScottish Castles. The workshopswill run every 30 minutes startingat 11.30 am. Folk can stay longer tonish their model as required.
86. ST MICHAEL AND ALLSAINTS CHURCH26 BROUGHAM STREET,EH3 9JH
SAT & SUN 12.30PM-4PM
A shrine of the Anglo-Catholicmovement in Scotland. The churchwas mostly built in 1867 but thewest end was not completeduntil 1876 and the Lady Chapeladded in 1897, all to designsby Robert Rowand Anderson.Austere Gothic externally but theinterior is a magnicently spacioussetting for a sumptuous display offurnishings, including an elaborateSpanish pulpit of c.1600, carvedand painted altarpieces by WilliamBurges 1867, Hamilton More-Nisbet 1901, and a huge high altarreredos, again carved and painted,
The architect of Heriots Hospitalwas the royal master mason
William Wallace. It is an excellentexample of Scots Renaissancearchitecture. Built from stonequarried at Craigleith andRavelston, lime from Kirkliston and
Westhouses, timber from Dalkeithand Norway, the foundation stoneof the nor thwest tower is inscribed1628. In 1659 the building began
to full the purpose of its founder for the upbringing and education ofpuire fatherless bairnes, friemenes
sones of that Toune of Edinburgh.Explore the School Hall with itshammerbeam roof, the Chapel,Council Room and Old Refectoryhidden within the Quadrangle. Therecently completed Heriots Centrefor Sport & Exercise, by LDNArchitects, comes with excellentenvironmental credentials: thediscovery of a 60m deep well led
to the investigation of its potentialfor use as a ground source heatpump to supply the under oorheating. The Centre was a realship in a bottle conundrum for thearchitects and builder.
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by C E Kempe 1889. Extensivecollection of stained glass withwindows by Wailes, Clayton & Bell,Kempe, and Sir Ninian Comper.Organ originally by Forster &Andrews, installed in 1992.www.stmichaelandallsaints.org
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87. KINGS THEATRE2 LEVEN STREET, EH3 9LQ
SAT & SUN 11AM-2.30PM
Home to the Edinburgh Pantomimesince its foundation in 1906, theKings Theatre, with 1350 seats,also supports the long tradition ofamateur music making in Edinburghwith local organisations renting the
theatre for their annual shows.As with the Festival Theatre, theKings Theatre hosts the EdinburghInternational Festival each Augustand is the home for large scaleprofessional touring drama inEdinburgh. Tours start at 11am,12.15pm and 1.30pm and last onehour. Participants will need to bookfrom 10am each day in person at
the Box Ofce to secure a placeon a tour.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours,behind thescenes access
83. MUSEUM OF FIRE74-76 LAURISTON PLACE,EH3 9DE
SAT & SUN 10AM-4PM
Fire Service Headquarters wasopened on the 7th June 1900 andwas an operational re stationuntil 1986. It continues to be theadministrative and commandcentre for Lothian and BordersFire and Rescue Service. It is also
the home of the Museum ofFire. Housing the last remainingHalley re appliance in the world.The Halley which served in Leithis unique and along with otherappliances on display, which include
James Braidwoods High Streetappliance, forms a progressivedisplay covering the developmentof the re engine. The building alsohouses a mock-up of an Edinburghclose which allows the visitor toexperience the conditions during
the great re of Edinburgh.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, informationleaets/notes, childrens activities, visualdisplays, stewards/volunteers at keypoints.
84. PENTHOUSE ATTHE POINT HOTELCONFERENCE CENTRE28 34 BREAD STREET,EH3 9AF
SUN 11AM-4PM
88. MEADOWSCROQUET CLUBLEVEN TERRACE, EH3 9LW
SAT 2PM-4PM
The Meadows Croquet Club isthe home of the National CroquetCentre. Croquet has been playedin Scotland since the second halfof the nineteenth century. Someof the trophies from the early daysare still competed for and will beon display. Visitors will be able towatch games of croquet in progressand will also be able to try out thegame for themselves. Please wearat-soled shoes, eg trainers, if youwould like to play.
ACTIVITIES: information leaets/notes,re-enactment/performances, stewards/volunteers at key points
89. RE-UNION CANALBOATSEDINBURGH QUAY,FOUNTAINBRIDGE, EH3 9QG
SUN 12NOON-4PM
Re-Union operate a widebeamcanal boat as a social enterpriseand offer training and trips fromEdinburgh Quay along the UnionCanal to Ratho. The Union Canal in
the heart of the City of Edinburghis a hidden treasure in itself andwas described by Ian Rankinwhen he opened the Edinburgh
Canal Festival and Raft Race asEdinburghs hidden secret. Tripsfrom Edinburgh Quay to HarrisonPark and back that take an hour.Tea and coffee will be servedduring the trips. Trips at 12noon,1pm, 2pm & 3pm are limited to 35passengers per trip on a rst come,rst served basis.
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90. EDINBURGH STEINERSCHOOL KINDERGARTEN60 SPYLAW ROAD, EH10 5BR
SAT 10AM-4PM
The Kindergarten is an exampleof a community approach toconstruction, much of the workbeing carried out by pupils andparents. Built in 1990 to replacea prefab construction, the basic
design was conceived by WilfredBohm who observed the dailylife of the children and teachers
to ensure the building andenvironment would meet theirneeds. Benjamin Tindall Architectsworked on the project. ExpressingSteiners design and educationalphilosophy, the building encouragesinteraction, play and contactwith nature and natural materialsincluding timber oors, ceilings anddoor handles. Each room opensonto the Kindergarten gardenwhich the children help to maintain.Younger visitors can enjoy puppetshows, baking, hunting for treasurein the school grounds and severalcraft activities.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, lectures/talks,information leaets/notes, childrensactivities, visual displays, stewards/volunteers at key points
91. ROYAL EDINBURGHCOMMUNITY GARDENSMORNINGSIDE TERRACE,EH10 5HF
SAT & SUN 10AM-4PM
Located within the beautiful 15 acregrounds at the Royal EdinburghHospital in Morningside, the RoyalEdinburgh Community Gardensoffer fantastic opportunities to growfood, build community, and keepactive. They have a long and rich
94. WATER OF LEITHVISITOR CENTRE24 LANARK ROAD, EH14 1TQ
SAT & SUN 10AM-4PM
Formerly the Slateford SchoolHouse, the Water of Leith VisitorCentre is a unique attraction
to the city. It was extensivelyrenovated thanks to funding from
the Millennium Commission andCity of Edinburgh Council, with thebuilding design by Malcolm FraserArchitects and the interactiveexhibition space by James Carter.It was opened in April 2000.Visitors will enjoy access around
the building, free entry to theinteractive exhibition space andlight refreshments will be served in
the caf. The building also benetsfrom a dramatic back drop of theSlateford Aqueduct and Viaductacross the wonderful Water ofLeith Walkway.
ACTIVITIES: information leaets/notes,childrens activities, visual displays,stewards/volunteers at key points, video/audio presentations
95. KINGS BUILDINGSWEST MAINS ROAD, EH9 3JF
SAT 10AM-4PM
The College of Science andEngineering will open a range ofspaces on campus including a trioof Lorimer and Matthew buildingsfrom the late 1920s. The NaturalHistory Museum in the AshworthLaboratories and the CockburnMuseum of GeoSciences in
the Grant Institute will open toshowcase their amazing collectionsof fossils, rocks, minerals, corals andanimal specimens including livecreatures from the aquarium. There
history: there has been gardeningon the hospital grounds for nearly200 years, and for decades thehospital was almost self-sufcientin producing food for patients andstaff. At one point chickens, pigs,a hand cast concrete slab makingfacility, and an immense orchardhelped the hospital to meet its day
to day requirements. EdinburghCyrenians, working in partnershipwith the local community and NHSLothian, has recreated the gardensin the hospital grounds. Runningfor just over two years, the RoyalEdinburgh Community Gardenshave revived the abundanthistory of horticulture on the site,providing great opportunities for allmembers of the community to getinvolved.
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, lectures/talks,information leaets/notes, childrensactivities
92. HERMITAGE HOUSE69A BRAID ROAD, EH10 6JF
SAT & SUN 12NOON-4PM
Hermitage House was built byCharles Gordon of Cluny in 1780-85, designed by the architectRobert Burn. It has had a variety ofinteresting owners whose storiescan be told through both the houseand surrounding estate. There willbe access to parts of the housenot normally open to the public tosee the kitchen range, cellars andservants quarters. There is freeparking on Braid Road with a shortwalk to the house.
ACTIVITIES: information leaets/notes,behind the scenes access, visual displays,stewards/volunteers at key points
will also be displays from researchin biology and Geosciences. TheSchool of Engineerings SandersonBuilding will be open for visitors
to see the Hudson Beare LectureTheatre, a vibrant new informalstudy area designed by engineeringstudents and a range of handson activities and displays from
the Universitys engineers andarchitectural engineers. Tours of
the Noreen and Kenneth MurrayLibrary will leave the library cafevery hour from 10.30am. Detailsof the full programme on thewebsite: www.ed.ac.uk/science-engineering
ACTIVITIES: guided tours, informationleaets/notes, behind the scenes access,childrens activities, visual displays,stewards/volunteers at key points, video/audio presentations
96. BRITISHGEOLOGICAL SURVEYMURCHISON HOUSE, WESTMAINS ROAD, EH9 3LA
SAT 10AM-5PM
Murchison House is the awardwinning Scottish Headquarters of
the British Geological Sur vey, theoldest national geological survey in
the world. The Earth Beneath ourFeet is a treasure trove of naturalresources that are fundamentallyimportant to our modern society.BGS is involved with the geologyof precious metals, global watersupplies, our future energyresources and the treasures of thesea oor and beneath. There will bea host of activities to suit all ages,with hands-on displays of minerals,rocks and fossils, demonstrationsof mountain building, earthquakesand volcanoes and origins of theNorthern Lights. The popularprogramme of talks will run
throughout the day covering thediversity of the work of the surveyand its collaborators. On show willbe many of the tools available to
the modern Earth Scientist, fromthe traditional to those at thecutting edge of technology andsome too large to t in the building.
93. TYNECASTLEHIGH SCHOOL2 MCLEOD STREET, EH11 2ND
SAT 12NOON-4PM
Tynecastle High School celebratesits centenar y this year. Thisimpressive new building providesa superb working and learning
environment while retaining itsstrong sense of tradition and localidentity. The school is extremelyproud of both the achievementsof its students and the superbfacilities, which are widely used by
the public. Visitors are amazed bythe sense of space, light and colourin the atrium. The exible workingareas are central to delivery ofCurriculum for Excellence andoutdoor spaces roof terrace,Greek amphitheatre, school gardenand roof-top greenhouse helpinspire creative learning.
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97. ROYALOBSERVATORYEDINBURGHBLACKFORD HILL, EH9 3HJ
SAT 10AM-4.30PM
SUN 10AM-3.30PM
The ROE was built in 1894 toreplace the City Observatoryon Calton Hill and house theCrawford Collection, rated among
the top ve astronomical librariesin the world. It now also houses theUK Astronomy Technology Centre,
the University of EdinburghsInstitute for Astronomy and theVisitor Centre. Learn about theinstruments built here, see itemsfrom the Crawford Collectionand nd out how the ROE hascontributed to, and continues toexpand, our knowledge of theUniverse. There will be planetarium
shows, tours of the telescopedome, rooftop access with stunningviews over Edinburgh, rocketlaunching, craft sessions, talks anddemonstrations. A booking systemoperates upon arrival for peoplewishing to see a planetarium show.Spaces for morning shows areavailable at the start of each dayon a rst-come basis. Afternoon
tickets will be released later in theday. Booking is essential, and spacesgo very quickly.
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