by Fraser Paterson | Jan 17, 2020 | Blog, Canongate Tour, Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh Castle Tour, Edinburgh History, Old Town, Scottish History, Tours
There are so many great things to do in Edinburgh that providing you with my top five recommendations has taken much thought. Royalty, world class views and amazing history all feature. Royal Yacht Britannia Where: Ocean Drive, Edinburgh EH6 6JJ When: January to March... by Fraser Paterson | Aug 30, 2017 | Articles, Edinburgh History
Swanston Village lies on the foothills of the Pentlands on the Southern outskirts of Edinburgh. It is very historic and picturesque and has changed little over time. It is perhaps most famous for writer and former resident Robert Louis Stevenson. To read the full... by Fraser Paterson | Aug 30, 2017 | Articles, Edinburgh History, Graveyards, History, South Leith
South Leith Parish church is a true ecclesiastical gem. It’s origins can be traced back hundreds of years to the Order of the Knights Templar. It has survived a seige andbombarment by cannonballs. Inside the church you will find the coat of Arms for Mary Queen... by Fraser Paterson | Apr 22, 2016 | Blog, Edinburgh History, Ghost Tours, Murders on the Royal Mile, Scottish History, Tours
LORD PRESIDENT SIR GEORGE LOCKHART Knighted by King Charles II of Great Britain in 1663. Sir George Lockhart’s legal skills were one of the finest in the country. He was a charming man, whose oratory skill rarely failed to draw admiration in all. In 1672 he became a... by Fraser Paterson | Apr 11, 2016 | Blog, Edinburgh History, George Meikle Kemp, Scottish History
In his early life George assisted his father tending sheep. He also constructed mill-wheels. Subsequently he became an apprentice carpenter in the Scottish Borders. On a journey to Galashiels Walter Scott gave him a lift in his carriage. Afterwards, whilst sketching... by Fraser Paterson | Apr 5, 2016 | Blog, Edinburgh History, Ghost Tours, Murders on the Royal Mile, Old Town, Scottish History, South Bridge Vaults Edinburgh, Tours
The Cowgate barrier to the south of the Old Town ridge in Edinburgh prevented development of the southern suburbs. In 1785 the South Bridge Act authorised the construction of a bridge to address this. The contract to build it was awarded to stone mason and architect... 
