A new independent research report on Kinneil's social value has been published by Liz Robson of the University of Stirling, forming part of a wider project also supported by Historic Environment Scotland. Several may remember speaking with Liz during the period of her field studies. Liz has posted an interesting blog feature on her project's… Continue reading Publication of new research on Kinneil’s social value
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Autumn ‘Kinneil A to Z’ competition for children
With the local 'September weekend' school break approaching and further chances to explore our open spaces during the autumn ahead, the Friends of Kinneil are today launching a new competition for children to design an 'A to Z' of Kinneil, to celebrate its special value during 2020. Ian Shearer, Chairman of the Friends of Kinneil,… Continue reading Autumn ‘Kinneil A to Z’ competition for children
Free new outdoor audio tours and family quiz sheet for Kinneil Estate
Until the pandemic restrictions are lifted, Kinneil House and Kinneil Museum may sadly remain shut, but you can still visit the beautiful expanses of Kinneil Estate at any time. Discover 200 acres of open parkland, with 2,000 years of different layers of history - all in one site! If you have a smartphone, tablet or… Continue reading Free new outdoor audio tours and family quiz sheet for Kinneil Estate
Kinneil inspiration sparks Scots time-travelling short story
A dazzling new short story, inspired by Kinneil's thousands of years of outstanding heritage, has been commended in the annual 'Sangschaw' competition of the Scots Language Society and published in this summer's edition of their leading Scots language journal, 'Lallans'. The story, 'The Curse o the Sparkies', is by Tony Beekman, who is a Community… Continue reading Kinneil inspiration sparks Scots time-travelling short story
Kinneil House to open during St Andrew’s free weekend
For the first time, Kinneil House near Bo'ness will this year be open for free guided tours during Historic Environment Scotland's (HES) St Andrew's Free Weekend - Saturday 30 November and Sunday 1 December. Some other HES properties across the region will also be opening their doors. The Kinneil House tours will run from 10am-4pm… Continue reading Kinneil House to open during St Andrew’s free weekend
Will you see Kinneil’s ‘White Lady’? Free Hallowe’en tours on 26 October
The ancient Kinneil House will be open for free family guided tours with a Hallowe'en theme on Saturday 26 October. Youngsters are being encouraged to turn up in fancy dress. The best-dressed child will win a book token. Tours run from 12 noon till 4pm, with the last admission at 3pm, and must be reserved… Continue reading Will you see Kinneil’s ‘White Lady’? Free Hallowe’en tours on 26 October
The story of James Watt and John Roebuck at Kinneil – talk on 26 September
Come along to a talk in Bo'ness (St Catharine's Church Hall, Cadzow Crescent) at 7.30pm this Thursday evening, 26 September, to find out more about James Watt's pioneering development work on the steam engine at Kinneil 250 years ago. The patent he took out in 1769, in partnership with Dr John Roebuck of Kinneil House,… Continue reading The story of James Watt and John Roebuck at Kinneil – talk on 26 September
Building limes experts visit Kinneil as new case study published
On Saturday 21 September, Kinneil House welcomed a large number of visiting delegates from the ongoing Building Limes Forum conference in Stirling, for guided tours. With their expert knowledge, many showed great interest in the surviving evidence of the 16C/17C construction & finishing techniques applied at this very significant building, but also in the exceptional… Continue reading Building limes experts visit Kinneil as new case study published
Kinneil House open, 21 September, as Real Ale Festival raises glass to James Watt
Historic Kinneil House will be open again for free guided tours (booking essential) on Saturday 21 September, co-inciding with the 19th annual Bo'ness Real Ale Festival. This year, the festival is commemorating the Bicentenary of the death of James Watt, and his pioneering work on the steam engine at Kinneil 250 years ago with his… Continue reading Kinneil House open, 21 September, as Real Ale Festival raises glass to James Watt
Doors Open Day, 14 September, and start of Big Roman Week
Historic Kinneil House will be open for free guided tours on Saturday 14 September for Doors Open Day, and with additional Roman-themed activities marking the first day of Big Roman Week. Free Kinneil House tours on 14 September run from 10am till 4pm, with the last admission at 3pm, and must be reserved online in… Continue reading Doors Open Day, 14 September, and start of Big Roman Week
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