Kinneil House, Bo'ness - on the line of the Roman Antonine Wall (a World Heritage Site) - is open for free tours on Saturday, April 18, 2015 and Sunday, April 19, 2015. The House will be open from noon to 3 p.m. (last admission 2.30 p.m. each day). There will be a costumed interpreter (not… Continue reading Kinneil House open on April 18/19
Author: Friends of Kinneil
New guide to outdoor events
A free guide, highlighting outdoor events across Falkirk district, has just been published. Falkirk Council’s “Outdoor Events Diary 2015” includes walks, tours and other activities for all the family. You can pick up a copy from local libraries, museums and tourist outlets. You can also download an electronic version at: http://j.mp/eventsdiary15 The new publication gives… Continue reading New guide to outdoor events
Roman film now online
A film about the Roman Antonine Wall has gone online … just in time for this year’s World Heritage Day (April 18). “The Mark of Rome” tells the story of the Bridgeness Slab – dubbed by some experts as one of the best Roman treasures in Britain. The intricate carved tablet, part of the Roman… Continue reading Roman film now online
John Muir Way events
Events are taking place at Kinneil and around Falkirk District to mark the first anniversary of the launch of the new John Muir Way. They include a free open weekend at Kinneil House on April 18 and 19, 2015: Kinneil House will be open from noon to 3 p.m. (last admission 2.30 p.m.) on April… Continue reading John Muir Way events
Get on your Way to Kinneil for a world-class weekend
Open afternoons at Kinneil House on April 18 and 19 Events mark World Heritage Day and first anniversary of launch of John Muir Way Costumed interpreter, ranger walks, and giveaways (see info). Free admission to House and revamped Kinneil Museum House open noon to 3 p.m. both days - museum open until 4 p.m. Historic… Continue reading Get on your Way to Kinneil for a world-class weekend
Visit Kinneil Museum this Easter
Historic Kinneil Museum – which has just had a revamp – is worth checking out this weekend. It’s open on Good Friday, April 3; Saturday, April 4; and Easter Monday, April 6 – from 12.30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. The museum is located beside Kinneil House, and is set within the beautiful… Continue reading Visit Kinneil Museum this Easter
Photo Gallery: Hollywood comes to Kinneil
Hollywood came to Kinneil House in Bo'ness today. The Friends of Kinneil brought movie-style props to a House opening, to tie in with the Hippodrome Festival of Silent Cinema, running across the town this weekend. Click the pictures below to see larger versions, and click the sharing links at the bottom of this post to… Continue reading Photo Gallery: Hollywood comes to Kinneil
New-look Kinneil Museum revealed
Kinneil Museum, Bo'ness, re-opened in 2015 after a revamp funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund (with additional support from The Friends of Kinneil). The new ground floor displays tell the story of Bo'ness from Roman times. The museum is normally open every day except Tuesdays throughout the year from 12.30 p.m. to 4 p.m. (with… Continue reading New-look Kinneil Museum revealed
Action plan to promote Scotland’s Roman Wall
A local action plan to promote and enhance sites along the Roman Antonine Wall – including Kinneil Estate – has been supported by Falkirk Council. New signs, better interpretation – and possibly a national trail along the Antonine Wall – are some of the ideas being proposed by a five-year action plan for the World… Continue reading Action plan to promote Scotland’s Roman Wall
See inside Kinneil House this Saturday, March 21
Historic Kinneil House in Bo’ness opens its doors for free tours this Saturday, March 21, 2015. The House – which boasts some of the best renaissance wall paintings in Scotland - will be open in the morning only from 10 a.m. to noon. (last admission 11.30 a.m.) Neighbouring Kinneil Museum will also be open after… Continue reading See inside Kinneil House this Saturday, March 21
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