Pupils from Bo'ness Public School had a great day out - exploring the Bo'ness and Kinneil Railway. The visit - which included a trip on a vintage train - was organised by Maria Ford, chair of The Friends of Kinneil, with funding support from the Bo'ness Real Ale Appreciation Society. The Friends have been working… Continue reading Youngsters visit steam railway
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See inside historic mansion – and get free tour of surrounding estate
History fans are in for a treat. Kinneil House in Bo'ness - which boasts some of the best renaissance wall paintings in Scotland - is open for free tours this Saturday (June 27). The mansion dates back to the 15th century and was once home to the Dukes of Hamilton. Historian Ian Scott will also… Continue reading See inside historic mansion – and get free tour of surrounding estate
Children give their verdict on Kinneil House and Museum
The Friends of Kinneil charity has been working with local children to raise the profile of Kinneil House in Bo’ness. Supported by Historic Scotland and Falkirk Community Trust, the group organised a special schools day in May this year. Comments from visiting children from Bo’ness Public School are published below. The School’s primary four is… Continue reading Children give their verdict on Kinneil House and Museum
Kinneil House open on June 27
Historic Kinneil House in Bo’ness is open for free tours between noon and 3 p.m. on Saturday June 27, 2015. It’s part of a series of open days run by Historic Scotland and The Friends of Kinneil charity. Kinneil Museum will also be open that afternoon. Admission to both properties is free of charge. More… Continue reading Kinneil House open on June 27
Plant sale at Kinneil on June 20 and 21
Falkirk Council's annual plant sale takes place at Kinneil Nursery within Kinneil Estate, Bo’ness, on Saturday and Sunday, June 20 and 21, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. Please note the park is also being used for a corporate event that weekend, so it could be busier than normal. Kinneil Museum will also… Continue reading Plant sale at Kinneil on June 20 and 21
Audio: Volunteer drop-in event at Kinneil Museum
The Friends of Kinneil charity is holding a free drop-in event at Kinneil Museum in Bo'ness today (Saturday, June 6), from 1-4 p.m. It's a great opportunity to find out about the group and how you can get involved. Click the audio link below to find out more. Or read the full story here
Inner Forth BioBlitz this Saturday
The Inner Forth Landscape Initiative is running a "BioBlitz" at Kinneil Nature Reserve (Foreshore) this Saturday. It is being supported by funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund. Kate Fuller, IFLI Community Engagement Officer, says: "On Saturday, June 6, we will be at the Kinneil Local Nature Reserve by Bo’ness. Our gazebo will be set up… Continue reading Inner Forth BioBlitz this Saturday
Friends report on busy year
The Friends of Kinneil charity has reported on a busy year. Chair Maria Ford told members about increased numbers of visitors to Kinneil House and a raft of activities during the group's AGM at St. Mary's Church Hall in Bo'ness. Mrs Ford paid tribute to her hard working committee of volunteers and appealed for new… Continue reading Friends report on busy year
Fancy volunteering? Make Friends over a cuppa …
A charity is launching a search for new volunteers. The Friends of Kinneil will stage a drop-in day at Kinneil Museum in Bo'ness this Saturday afternoon (June 6, 2015). The group is even offering free cake and coffee to encourage people to come forward. The campaign is being launched during national Volunteers Week, which aims… Continue reading Fancy volunteering? Make Friends over a cuppa …
See inside Kinneil House on June 27
Historic Kinneil House in Bo’ness will re-open for free tours on Saturday, June 27, from noon to 3 p.m. (last admission 2.30 p.m.). Admission will be free of charge. Kinneil Museum next door will also be open. The event is part of a series of open days in 2015. Click http://www.kinneil.org.uk/freein2015 for more information. Kinneil… Continue reading See inside Kinneil House on June 27
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