Edinburgh Doors Open Day 2012 Brochure

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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!

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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

Refreshments

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

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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.


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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OLD TOWN

Tom Parnell

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

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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.


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.

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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

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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.


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.


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.

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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.


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.


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

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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.

ACTIVITIES: information leaets/notes,behind the scenes access, visual displays,stewards/volunteers at key points

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

ACTIVITIES: guided tours, informationleaets/notes, stewards/volunteers atkey points

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.

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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.


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

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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.


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


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

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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

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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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Edinburgh Doors Open Day 2012 Brochure