The Friends of Kinneil are disappointed by the approval today by Falkirk Council's Executive Committee of a proposed new 10-year 'Masterplan' for Kinneil Estate despite the concerns about its flaws. Masterplan adopted despite concerns on its content, and uncertainty around facilities for visitors The document was adopted after a Labour motion for delay to allow… Continue reading Concerns as flawed 10-year Masterplan adopted
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New Kinneil Masterplan needs more work, Friends to tell Councillors
The Friends of Kinneil will next week urge Falkirk Councillors across parties not to approve a proposed new 10-year 'Masterplan' for historic Kinneil Estate until more work is done on it, firmer commitments are included, and uncertainty around the future of the estate's main existing visitor facilities is resolved. New 10-year plan to improve visitor… Continue reading New Kinneil Masterplan needs more work, Friends to tell Councillors
Free Kinneil House ghost tours & Hallowe’en activities this Saturday, 25 October
Book now for free family tours, with an eerie twist, inside historic Kinneil House this Saturday afternoon, 25 October. The return of this popular Hallowe'en-themed event is being organised by the Friends of Kinneil volunteers, in association with Historic Environment Scotland. Will the shy ghost of the 'White Lady' of Kinneil House be spotted this… Continue reading Free Kinneil House ghost tours & Hallowe’en activities this Saturday, 25 October
Free Roman ‘Doors Open Day’ on Saturday 27 September
Come and view Kinneil House, see a Roman encampment alongside mediaeval re-enactors, and other family activities, on Saturday 27 September. See the spectacle of the Antonine Guard's encampment Historic Scotland are opening the house for free from 10am-4pm in support of the national 'Doors Open Day' scheme. For this date only, there is no need… Continue reading Free Roman ‘Doors Open Day’ on Saturday 27 September
Have your say on deficient Kinneil plans
Everyone interested in Kinneil Estate is encouraged to make their voices heard as Falkirk Council have begun a consultation on a draft new 10-year 'Masterplan' for 2026-36 for Kinneil Estate. The consultation includes a survey and six drop-in sessions* in Bo'ness where people can find out more from Council staff and express their views. All… Continue reading Have your say on deficient Kinneil plans
Step Back Into Science at Kinneil – free event, Monday 5 May
Head to historic Kinneil Estate in Bo'ness from 11am-3pm (no booking needed) this Bank Holiday Monday, 5 May, for a free event for all the family as part of this year's Falkirk Science Festival! 'Step Back Into Science' returns for a second year to this year's festival - join an exciting and creative journey through… Continue reading Step Back Into Science at Kinneil – free event, Monday 5 May
Easter Saturday and Sunday at Kinneil
Kinneil House is now open for guided tours of the interiors, including the renowned painted rooms, every Saturday at 10am, 11am, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm. Book tickets via the Historic Environment Scotland web page for Kinneil House. There's also a volunteer-led guided outdoor walk on Saturdays at 12 noon - free, no booking needed! This… Continue reading Easter Saturday and Sunday at Kinneil
Free guided lunchtime walks add to Saturday open days
The Friends of Kinneil volunteers are once again to offer a free weekly guided outdoor walk in Kinneil Estate at 12 noon on most Saturdays during the main visitor season. This will add to the experience for visitors coming to Kinneil for the regular Saturday tours inside Kinneil House, by also showing some of the… Continue reading Free guided lunchtime walks add to Saturday open days
Friends to celebrate 15th Annual James Watt Supper on 27 March
Join the Friends of Kinneil as we celebrate our 15th annual James Watt Supper! Non-members are invited and will be very welcome to join members at our 15th informal annual supper at 7pm on Thursday 27 March at the Corbie Inn, Bo'ness. Come and find out more about the Friends (see below). Those attending will… Continue reading Friends to celebrate 15th Annual James Watt Supper on 27 March
Kinneil House free open day for Silent Film Festival – Saturday 22 March
Silent pictures and stories... Discover Kinneil House's unique 16th-Century 'Parable' Room Kinneil House will re-open free on Saturday 22 March - the first public opening of 2025 - together with additional free film-related activities for children in adjacent Kinneil Museum. Historic Environment Scotland, supported by volunteers from the Friends of Kinneil, will be welcoming visitors… Continue reading Kinneil House free open day for Silent Film Festival – Saturday 22 March
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