by Fraser Paterson | Jan 13, 2024 | Articles, Blog, Edinburgh History, Graveyards, Greyfriars, Old Town, Writing
As I am sure you may be aware, 14th January is always Greyfriars Bobby Day in Edinburgh. A Google search will take you to a plethora of articles (known in journalism as pieces) about Greyfriars Bobby, one of the most beloved dogs in Edinburgh. For that reason, I... by Fraser Paterson | Aug 14, 2014 | Articles, Blog, Edinburgh History, Freelance writing services, Religion, Scottish History, Thomas Guthrie
Thomas Guthrie and the Ragged Schools – Exclusivelty for the Impoverished – Part One After seven years in the country parish of Arbilot, Reverend Thomas Guthrie was called to serve at Old Greyfriars. His initial impressions of the parish were not good. The...
