C’mon the Hibees!!! On the penultimate (second to last) day of 100 days of Leith, Tom Wright from Hibernian Historical Trust shares some history and links with the Leith community of every (most) Leither’s favourite football club.
Today we take a look at the Water of Leith.
On Day 96 we take a peek inside Trafalgar Hall - The Masonic Temple specially built for Trafalgar Lodge no. 223
Today we explore Leith’s tie to the international wine trade and its corresponding bottling and glassworks industry over the centuries.
Today, we explore the history and future of the Imperial Dock Elevator and Grain Warehouse.
Whisky Expert and founder of Kask Whisky, Justine Hazlehurst, takes us on a tour of Leith’s whisky distilling past in today’s post.
Today we celebrate Leith Community Centre. A lively and safe space for a huge range of activities, it has been at the heart of Leith since it was built as part of the Newkirkgate Development.
House Manager at Trinity House Maritime Museum, Adam Gorysz, welcomes us into the Museum with a brief look at a few of his favourite objects from their impressive collection.
Today we explore Urban Growing in the heart of Leith with Earth in Common (formerly Leith Community Crops in Pots).
Paddy Kavanagh from Leith Depot discusses the past and present of Music in Leith
Gordon Milne shares his knowledge of the Burgh of Leith Town Hall, Police Station & Court Rooms.
Pilmeny Development Project (PDP), making a difference to the lives of local residents of all ages in this area for 42 years now!
Dr. Bell’s Family Centre a welcoming place where families with young children can get encouragement, support and advice in a relaxed environment.
We look at the iconic Victorian Swing bridge in Leith which remains the largest standing bridge of its kind in Scotland.
For Day 62 of 100 Days of Leith, Leith For Ever is delving into the past to find out about The Siege of Leith.
Continue our tour with Paul Stewart, a guide from Invisible Cities. Next stop - the Banana Flats.
Kristín Hannesdóttir, the Director at Groves-Raines Architects Studios, shares with Leith For Ever the extraordinary history of Lamb’s House.
Historic Environment Scotland share the fascinating history of the Trinity House Maritime Museum and talk of the outstanding collection of nautical objects kept there.
Robert Burns Statue in Leith and the Time Capsule recently found beneath it when the statue was moved for Trams works.
Enjoy a glimpse at the old Kirkgate with a short slide show of collected and submitted images and share your memories about the Kirkgate Past and/or Present.