by Nathian Jackson | Feb 16, 2017 | Edinburgh Stonemasonry Landmarks
The Melville Monument stands in the glorious St Andrew Square at the east end of George Street in Edinburgh. Dominating the centre of the square is the Melville Monument, one of the most prominent landmarks in the capital but one that is largely ignored by many... by Nathian Jackson | Feb 16, 2017 | Edinburgh Stonemasonry Landmarks
Moray House is in Edinburgh’s Old Town and is one of its most historic buildings however it is one of its most invisible, hidden from plain view on the Canongate. The history of Moray House stretches back to 1625 when it was built as an aristocratic townhouse. It was... by Nathian Jackson | Feb 16, 2017 | Edinburgh Stonemasonry Landmarks
Acheson House is located just off the Canongate in Edinburgh’s Old Town and is one of the most beautiful stone buildings you will see in the Scottish capital. Acheson House is protected as a category A listed building as an “outstanding example of a large, early... by Nathian Jackson | Feb 16, 2017 | Edinburgh Stonemasonry Landmarks
Lady Stair’s House lies in the Lawnmarket area of Edinburgh’s Old Town and is just off the Royal Mile near to the entrance to Gladstone’s Land. This area is immensely popular with tourists visiting the Scottish capital and Lady Stair’s House is one of the reasons for... by Nathian Jackson | Feb 16, 2017 | Edinburgh Stonemasonry Landmarks
The Canongate Tolbooth is one of the most distinctive stone buildings in the whole of the city of Edinburgh. One of the favourite tourist stops (its clock is a favourite for tourists photographs) the building serves a a reminder that Canongate was once upon a time... by Nathian Jackson | Feb 16, 2017 | Edinburgh Stonemasonry Landmarks
Tucked away in Edinburgh’s Old Town is the delightful Tweedale Court. The Old Town has an extensive network of closes and wynds and Tweedale Court is one of the best examples. Tweedale Court is located across from the Scottish Storytelling Centre and the World’s End...