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Thatched Buildings: Past, Present and Future

Thursday 13 April 2017

Thatched buildings used to be common throughout Scotland, with families and communities coming together to create and maintain their distinctive...

Internal chambers in David's Tower, part of Edinburgh Castle
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Discovering David’s Tower: Edinburgh Castle’s Buried Secret

Thursday 8 December 2016

Visitors on an Insight Tour of Edinburgh Castle discovered a forgotten part of the city’s past. Guided by the castle’s District Architect, they explored David’s Tower, a royal residence buried for over 300 years.

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The Engine Shed is accredited by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) and National Open College Network (NOCN). The Engine Shed was supported by a grant from the National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we have been able to share knowledge of traditional building materials, develop skills and raise standards in conservation for traditional buildings.

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