Lauriston Castle
When you step inside Lauriston Castle, you see it just as it was in 1926, when it was left to the nation by the last private owner, Mrs Reid.
About Lauriston Castle
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The Castle and the collections it contains is one of Scotland’s greatest gifts. Collections include, Italian Furniture, Sheffield Plate, Crossley Wool Mosaics and Blue John ornaments. The interiors of the house are the work of Mrs Reid's husband, Mr W R Reid, the owner of Morison & Co., a leading Edinburgh cabinet making business.
The beautiful grounds were laid out by William Henry Playfair in the 1840s. Much of the planting dates to this period. The award-winning Japanese Friendship garden, gifted by the prefecture of Kyoto, is a tranquil place to contemplate.
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Upcoming Events at Lauriston Castle
World Bee Day at Lauriston Castle
Join John Jeffrey our resident Beekeeper at Lauriston Castle for a morning of creative fun exploring our buzzy friends and their importance in our environment.
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Ghosts - Tales of Terror at Lauriston Castle
Come along and see the sights of Lauriston Castle as never seen before – hear the history of the castle and ghostly tales of the city!
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The Edinburgh Sketcher Returns to Lauriston Castle
Edinburgh’s favourite sketcher makes a welcome return to Lauriston Castle and we are teaming up with him once again for some sketching workshops.
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Summer Mosaics
Join us at Lauriston Castle for a 2-day workshop making beautiful mosaic panels inspired by the colours of summer with Margaret Findlay!
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Film Screening of ‘Howards End’
It wouldn't be midsummer without a ravishing country house affair to enjoy at Lauriston Castle and this year we present 'Howards End', a romantic drama of class distinctions in Edwardian Britain.
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RSPB Scotland at Lauriston Castle
Come and visit the RSPB stand at Lauriston Castle to find out how we are giving nature a home and how you can get involved.
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The Secret Room at Lauriston Castle
What mysteries does Lauriston Castle conceal? Come along and explore untold mysteries in the Secret Room!
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Lauriston Castle Carnival
Did you know that the 24th August is Notting Hill Carnival? So we have decided to have our very own Carnival Morning here at Lauriston Castle.
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Shiver Me Timbers
Make a variety of gorgeous crafts with us at Lauriston Castle as we celebrate International Talk Like a Pirate Day!
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Hallowe’en at the Castle
This Halloween come and enjoy some spooky activities in our historic castle. This will be a fun filled event with something for all the family.
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A Family Edwardian Christmas at Lauriston Castle
Join us at Lauriston Castle for our annual Christmas event where you can capture the magic of Christmas past!
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Queensferry museum showcases the past and traditions of historic Queensferry and neighbouring Dalmeny.
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The People's Story gives an unique insight in to Edinburgh's working class people from the 18th century to the late 20th century.
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The Museums Collections Centre is an amazing treasure trove of objects spanning a wide range of subjects.
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