by Fraser Paterson | Aug 30, 2017 | Articles, Blog, Edinburgh History, Graveyards, History, South Leith
South Leith Parish church Edinburgh 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 and bombarment by cannonballs. Inside the church you will find the coat of Arms for... by Fraser Paterson | Aug 14, 2013 | Articles, Blog, Floors Castle, History, Scottish History
LOCATION One of Scotland’s finest country homes is Floors Castle. Like the Schloss Roxburghe . The hotel it is situated very near to Kelso and within easy reach of both Edinburgh, which is 50 miles to the north. Newcastle, is only 65 miles to the south. I mention the... by Fraser Paterson | May 1, 2012 | Astley Ainslie Hospital, Blog, Edinburgh History, History, Scottish History
Astley Ainslie Hospital – A Sad End to a Wonderful Beginning The aim of this article is to provide a broad overview of how and possibly why Astley Ainslie hospital came into being. Specifically, the manner in which David Ainslie’s vision became a reality. It... 
