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Black Castle

Black Castle stands on South Queensferry’s High Street.  The sea-captain who had the house built in 1626, was lost at sea. His maid was accused of paying a beggar woman to cast […]

Up Calton Hill

For interesting monuments, tremendous views over Edinburgh and a spot of exercise (something I definitely need at this time of year!), just head to the east end of Princes Street […]

Across to Cramond Island

This causeway leads across the Drum Sands to the tidal island, Cramond, about one mile out in the Forth.  The path is only accessible at low tide; always check the timings unless you fancy […]

Dark Room on a Wet Night

Camera obscura = dark room – an optical device that led to photography and the photographic camera Linked to Weekend Reflection Copyright Debbie Smyth, 18 December 2015