Edinburgh Walks
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Private guided walks through Edinburgh & Leith.
Unfortunately a lot of rust on the outside back-facing panels.
February 7, 2026 at 6:06 PM
Unfortunately a lot of rust on the outside back-facing panels.
I think I remember this box on Hunter Square @ South Bridge. Moved to the Lawnmarket to accommodate a ticket booth.
January 17, 2026 at 11:18 PM
I think I remember this box on Hunter Square @ South Bridge. Moved to the Lawnmarket to accommodate a ticket booth.
January 12, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Casselbank Street, with the gas mantle street lamp converted to electricity from pre-1920’s Leith. Notice the ladder stabiliser for Leerie to do his job…..
January 3, 2026 at 12:51 PM
Casselbank Street, with the gas mantle street lamp converted to electricity from pre-1920’s Leith. Notice the ladder stabiliser for Leerie to do his job…..
The search is over…….😎
December 30, 2025 at 5:26 PM
The search is over…….😎
Good shout. Thanks. It’s also been suggested to me Crombies in Broughton Street.
December 27, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Good shout. Thanks. It’s also been suggested to me Crombies in Broughton Street.
The search is on:
Where can I get hold of black bun in Edinburgh this week before Hogmanay? I’ve tried Scotmid, Co-op, Sainsbury’s, M&S and corner shops. Our local butcher used to supply at this time of year, but no longer. Any info appreciated……
#blackbun #Edinburgh #Leith #Hogmanay
Where can I get hold of black bun in Edinburgh this week before Hogmanay? I’ve tried Scotmid, Co-op, Sainsbury’s, M&S and corner shops. Our local butcher used to supply at this time of year, but no longer. Any info appreciated……
#blackbun #Edinburgh #Leith #Hogmanay
December 27, 2025 at 12:12 PM
The search is on:
Where can I get hold of black bun in Edinburgh this week before Hogmanay? I’ve tried Scotmid, Co-op, Sainsbury’s, M&S and corner shops. Our local butcher used to supply at this time of year, but no longer. Any info appreciated……
#blackbun #Edinburgh #Leith #Hogmanay
Where can I get hold of black bun in Edinburgh this week before Hogmanay? I’ve tried Scotmid, Co-op, Sainsbury’s, M&S and corner shops. Our local butcher used to supply at this time of year, but no longer. Any info appreciated……
#blackbun #Edinburgh #Leith #Hogmanay
On the site of Ronaldsons Wharf and the old Innes & Grieve whisky bond which was bombed and destroyed in the Zeppelin raid of 2nd April 1916.
December 26, 2025 at 1:36 PM
On the site of Ronaldsons Wharf and the old Innes & Grieve whisky bond which was bombed and destroyed in the Zeppelin raid of 2nd April 1916.
This has appeared in Fettes Avenue and the vehicles, including Police vans, appear to be parked appropriately. This street and surrounds are used as a motorhome park all year round and the pavement is regularly blocked. Do we know who is enforcing this notice? #Edinburghwalks #parking #Edinburgh
December 3, 2025 at 1:07 PM
This has appeared in Fettes Avenue and the vehicles, including Police vans, appear to be parked appropriately. This street and surrounds are used as a motorhome park all year round and the pavement is regularly blocked. Do we know who is enforcing this notice? #Edinburghwalks #parking #Edinburgh
I’m happy for it to be proven differently, but this was Box 2-D. Box 6-D was at Newhaven Harbour.
November 29, 2025 at 1:33 PM
I’m happy for it to be proven differently, but this was Box 2-D. Box 6-D was at Newhaven Harbour.
Anderson’s in Yardheads was always a well run shop.
November 25, 2025 at 10:09 PM
Anderson’s in Yardheads was always a well run shop.
Ah yes, the Renault 4 van with the gear stick within the dashboard.
November 14, 2025 at 11:50 AM
Ah yes, the Renault 4 van with the gear stick within the dashboard.
Stafford Street Lane, Edinburgh.
Just imagine if the 12 or so coach houses had survived. #Edinburgh #WestEnd #edinburghwalks
Just imagine if the 12 or so coach houses had survived. #Edinburgh #WestEnd #edinburghwalks
November 8, 2025 at 11:36 AM
Stafford Street Lane, Edinburgh.
Just imagine if the 12 or so coach houses had survived. #Edinburgh #WestEnd #edinburghwalks
Just imagine if the 12 or so coach houses had survived. #Edinburgh #WestEnd #edinburghwalks
They were knocking down the tenements in the Burlington Street, Breadalbane Street, Bangor Road area of Leith at this time and the circus set up there if so remember correctly. Opposite to Leith Hospital down towards the Water of Leith. Does that sound about right?
October 31, 2025 at 10:59 PM
They were knocking down the tenements in the Burlington Street, Breadalbane Street, Bangor Road area of Leith at this time and the circus set up there if so remember correctly. Opposite to Leith Hospital down towards the Water of Leith. Does that sound about right?
#31daysofgraves Day 30: colour
The purported grave of David Riccio (aka Rizzio) from Canongate Kirk, Edinburgh and the wonderful burst of colour from the flowers. Riccio, the private secretary to Mary, Queen of Scots was murdered by Henry, Lord Darnley (her husband) & others in 1566 #edinburghwalks
The purported grave of David Riccio (aka Rizzio) from Canongate Kirk, Edinburgh and the wonderful burst of colour from the flowers. Riccio, the private secretary to Mary, Queen of Scots was murdered by Henry, Lord Darnley (her husband) & others in 1566 #edinburghwalks
October 30, 2025 at 12:46 PM
#31daysofgraves Day 30: colour
The purported grave of David Riccio (aka Rizzio) from Canongate Kirk, Edinburgh and the wonderful burst of colour from the flowers. Riccio, the private secretary to Mary, Queen of Scots was murdered by Henry, Lord Darnley (her husband) & others in 1566 #edinburghwalks
The purported grave of David Riccio (aka Rizzio) from Canongate Kirk, Edinburgh and the wonderful burst of colour from the flowers. Riccio, the private secretary to Mary, Queen of Scots was murdered by Henry, Lord Darnley (her husband) & others in 1566 #edinburghwalks
#31daysofgraves Day 26: figure
Hector Macdonald, Dean Cemetery, Edinburgh. Rose from private to Major General in British Army. B.1852. D.1903 by suicide in Paris whilst returning to UK under investigation . Fought in Afghanistan & Africa. The story of the ‘fighting Mac’ is impressive #edinburghwalks
Hector Macdonald, Dean Cemetery, Edinburgh. Rose from private to Major General in British Army. B.1852. D.1903 by suicide in Paris whilst returning to UK under investigation . Fought in Afghanistan & Africa. The story of the ‘fighting Mac’ is impressive #edinburghwalks
October 26, 2025 at 12:57 PM
#31daysofgraves Day 26: figure
Hector Macdonald, Dean Cemetery, Edinburgh. Rose from private to Major General in British Army. B.1852. D.1903 by suicide in Paris whilst returning to UK under investigation . Fought in Afghanistan & Africa. The story of the ‘fighting Mac’ is impressive #edinburghwalks
Hector Macdonald, Dean Cemetery, Edinburgh. Rose from private to Major General in British Army. B.1852. D.1903 by suicide in Paris whilst returning to UK under investigation . Fought in Afghanistan & Africa. The story of the ‘fighting Mac’ is impressive #edinburghwalks
#31daysofgraves Day24: animals
The Cramond Lioness believed to be a funerary stone for a Roman commander in Edinburgh, Scotland. It depicts the lioness devouring the head of a prisoner. Discovered in 1997 and now in National Museum of Scotland. #edinburghwalks
The Cramond Lioness believed to be a funerary stone for a Roman commander in Edinburgh, Scotland. It depicts the lioness devouring the head of a prisoner. Discovered in 1997 and now in National Museum of Scotland. #edinburghwalks
October 24, 2025 at 9:12 AM
#31daysofgraves Day24: animals
The Cramond Lioness believed to be a funerary stone for a Roman commander in Edinburgh, Scotland. It depicts the lioness devouring the head of a prisoner. Discovered in 1997 and now in National Museum of Scotland. #edinburghwalks
The Cramond Lioness believed to be a funerary stone for a Roman commander in Edinburgh, Scotland. It depicts the lioness devouring the head of a prisoner. Discovered in 1997 and now in National Museum of Scotland. #edinburghwalks
#31daysofgraves Day23: Cross
Grave of Dr.John Rae at St.Magnus Cathedral, Orkney, Scotland. Worked for Hudson Bay Co. in Canada & searched for missing British Navy crew in 1845, discovering the men had resorted to cannibalism. Ostracised because of this, but later memorialised at Westminster Abbey.
Grave of Dr.John Rae at St.Magnus Cathedral, Orkney, Scotland. Worked for Hudson Bay Co. in Canada & searched for missing British Navy crew in 1845, discovering the men had resorted to cannibalism. Ostracised because of this, but later memorialised at Westminster Abbey.
October 23, 2025 at 6:28 AM
#31daysofgraves Day23: Cross
Grave of Dr.John Rae at St.Magnus Cathedral, Orkney, Scotland. Worked for Hudson Bay Co. in Canada & searched for missing British Navy crew in 1845, discovering the men had resorted to cannibalism. Ostracised because of this, but later memorialised at Westminster Abbey.
Grave of Dr.John Rae at St.Magnus Cathedral, Orkney, Scotland. Worked for Hudson Bay Co. in Canada & searched for missing British Navy crew in 1845, discovering the men had resorted to cannibalism. Ostracised because of this, but later memorialised at Westminster Abbey.
It is indeed a great gastro pub with an interesting history. Known as ‘The Jungle’ to Leithers in the 1960’s and 70’s, so it has definitely changed its mood, cuisine and clientele since then. #Leith #edinburghwalks
October 19, 2025 at 2:23 PM
It is indeed a great gastro pub with an interesting history. Known as ‘The Jungle’ to Leithers in the 1960’s and 70’s, so it has definitely changed its mood, cuisine and clientele since then. #Leith #edinburghwalks
Safety and crime fighting technologies of two different ages.
Security camera from the 21st C.
A flashing blue light from the 20th C. for the Hunter Square cop. Before police radios, if that light flashed the Officer would return to the police box as there was an important message. #edinburghwalks
Security camera from the 21st C.
A flashing blue light from the 20th C. for the Hunter Square cop. Before police radios, if that light flashed the Officer would return to the police box as there was an important message. #edinburghwalks
October 19, 2025 at 11:15 AM
Safety and crime fighting technologies of two different ages.
Security camera from the 21st C.
A flashing blue light from the 20th C. for the Hunter Square cop. Before police radios, if that light flashed the Officer would return to the police box as there was an important message. #edinburghwalks
Security camera from the 21st C.
A flashing blue light from the 20th C. for the Hunter Square cop. Before police radios, if that light flashed the Officer would return to the police box as there was an important message. #edinburghwalks
#31daysofgraves Day 11 -military
The graves of at least 210 men from the 1/7th Leith (Royal Scots) killed in UK’s worst rail disaster at Quintinshill in 1915. From Rosebank Cemetery, Edinburgh,Scotland.
More here: www.edinburghwalks.com/the-leith-bo...
The graves of at least 210 men from the 1/7th Leith (Royal Scots) killed in UK’s worst rail disaster at Quintinshill in 1915. From Rosebank Cemetery, Edinburgh,Scotland.
More here: www.edinburghwalks.com/the-leith-bo...
October 11, 2025 at 10:25 AM
#31daysofgraves Day 11 -military
The graves of at least 210 men from the 1/7th Leith (Royal Scots) killed in UK’s worst rail disaster at Quintinshill in 1915. From Rosebank Cemetery, Edinburgh,Scotland.
More here: www.edinburghwalks.com/the-leith-bo...
The graves of at least 210 men from the 1/7th Leith (Royal Scots) killed in UK’s worst rail disaster at Quintinshill in 1915. From Rosebank Cemetery, Edinburgh,Scotland.
More here: www.edinburghwalks.com/the-leith-bo...
#31daysofgraves Day 9 - hand
The Monument of 1893 to 6 Scottish-American soldiers of the American civil war. Also commemorating the freedom of slaves. 6 names of soldiers who died are on the sides, President Lincoln on top.
From Old Calton Burial Ground, Edinburgh, Scotland.
The Monument of 1893 to 6 Scottish-American soldiers of the American civil war. Also commemorating the freedom of slaves. 6 names of soldiers who died are on the sides, President Lincoln on top.
From Old Calton Burial Ground, Edinburgh, Scotland.
October 9, 2025 at 6:04 AM
#31daysofgraves Day 9 - hand
The Monument of 1893 to 6 Scottish-American soldiers of the American civil war. Also commemorating the freedom of slaves. 6 names of soldiers who died are on the sides, President Lincoln on top.
From Old Calton Burial Ground, Edinburgh, Scotland.
The Monument of 1893 to 6 Scottish-American soldiers of the American civil war. Also commemorating the freedom of slaves. 6 names of soldiers who died are on the sides, President Lincoln on top.
From Old Calton Burial Ground, Edinburgh, Scotland.
#31daysofgraves Day 8 - glass.
Originally glazed window above final resting place of Mary of Guelders, wife is King James II of Scotland. This is part of Holyrood Abbey by the Palace of Holyrood House, Edinburgh, Scotland.
Originally glazed window above final resting place of Mary of Guelders, wife is King James II of Scotland. This is part of Holyrood Abbey by the Palace of Holyrood House, Edinburgh, Scotland.
October 8, 2025 at 11:08 AM
#31daysofgraves Day 8 - glass.
Originally glazed window above final resting place of Mary of Guelders, wife is King James II of Scotland. This is part of Holyrood Abbey by the Palace of Holyrood House, Edinburgh, Scotland.
Originally glazed window above final resting place of Mary of Guelders, wife is King James II of Scotland. This is part of Holyrood Abbey by the Palace of Holyrood House, Edinburgh, Scotland.
#31daysofgraves Day 7- Angels.
St. Bridget’s Churchyard, near Dalgety Bay, Fife, Scotland.
Can be found along the route of the Fife Coastal Path long distance walk.
St. Bridget’s Churchyard, near Dalgety Bay, Fife, Scotland.
Can be found along the route of the Fife Coastal Path long distance walk.
October 7, 2025 at 6:42 AM
#31daysofgraves Day 7- Angels.
St. Bridget’s Churchyard, near Dalgety Bay, Fife, Scotland.
Can be found along the route of the Fife Coastal Path long distance walk.
St. Bridget’s Churchyard, near Dalgety Bay, Fife, Scotland.
Can be found along the route of the Fife Coastal Path long distance walk.
It was indeed Box 10-D and sat above the public toilets (male) on Albert Street. However, the date of removal is wildly wrong - too early maybe by 20 years+.
October 4, 2025 at 9:50 AM
It was indeed Box 10-D and sat above the public toilets (male) on Albert Street. However, the date of removal is wildly wrong - too early maybe by 20 years+.