Calton

Settlement in Midlothian

Scotland

Calton

89 George Street, Edinburgh This very impressive building (one of many along what is probably Edinburgh&#039;s most upmarket major street) is famous for having been the premises of Grays (or, more formally, James Gray and Son) ironmongers for over a century. An old sign can still be seen on the left (West) side of the building.
Judging by old adverts and newspaper snippets the firm specialised in selling handmade metal goods to the rich, the very rich, and most of Scotland&#039;s unimaginably rich titled landowners.
At the opening ceremony in 1903 (which started with a prayer incidentally) the boss at the time boasted that the business had just been appointed as “Purveyor of Lamps and Oils to His Majesty the King.” This title had basically been inherited from another similar company, Smiths - whose distant beginnings centred on designing lighthouse reflective dishes - that Grays had bought out a few years before. After the takeover, Grays, who at the time had premises two doors to the right, purchased No. 89, which was where Smiths were based, demolished it and built this in its place.
Grays&#039; five floor store closed in 2010; fireplaces were their last big thing. — 89 George Street, Edinburgh Credit: Ian Dodds

Calton is a small village located in the county of Midlothian, Scotland. Situated approximately 6 miles southeast of the capital city of Edinburgh, Calton is nestled amidst the picturesque landscapes of the Scottish countryside.

The village is characterized by its charming rural atmosphere and traditional stone-built houses, giving it a quaint and timeless feel. Calton is surrounded by rolling hills, offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and providing residents with ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling.

Although small in size, Calton offers a range of amenities and facilities for its residents. These include a local pub, a post office, and a primary school, catering to the needs of the community. Additionally, the nearby town of Danderhall provides further amenities, including shops, supermarkets, and healthcare services, ensuring that residents have easy access to essential services.

Calton's location also makes it an ideal base for exploring the wider region. The nearby city of Edinburgh is easily accessible, offering a wealth of cultural, historical, and entertainment attractions. Residents can enjoy the vibrant city life, while still being able to retreat to the peacefulness of Calton at the end of the day.

Overall, Calton offers a tranquil and charming living environment, combining the tranquility of rural life with the convenience of nearby urban amenities. Its idyllic setting and close proximity to Edinburgh make it an attractive place to live for those seeking a balance between country living and city access.

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89 George Street, Edinburgh

This very impressive building (one of many along what is probably Edinburgh's most upmarket major street) is famous for having been the premises of Grays (or, more formally, James Gray and Son) ironmongers for over a century. An old sign can still be seen on the left (West) side of the building. Judging by old adverts and newspaper snippets the firm specialised in selling handmade metal goods to the rich, the very rich, and most of Scotland's unimaginably rich titled landowners. At the opening ceremony in 1903 (which started with a prayer incidentally) the boss at the time boasted that the business had just been appointed as “Purveyor of Lamps and Oils to His Majesty the King.” This title had basically been inherited from another similar company, Smiths - whose distant beginnings centred on designing lighthouse reflective dishes - that Grays had bought out a few years before. After the takeover, Grays, who at the time had premises two doors to the right, purchased No. 89, which was where Smiths were based, demolished it and built this in its place. Grays' five floor store closed in 2010; fireplaces were their last big thing.

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Architect-designed bus shelter on Princes Street

Not any old architect, but Sir Norman Foster. Some of Edinburgh's old bus shelters, previously maintained and managed by Clear Channel for many years, are being replaced. New contractors JCDecaux, appointed as the city’s ‘media partner’ last year, have installed 9 hi-tech shelters, with 2.1m interactive screens, on Princes Street. They are supposed to have touch-screen technology to provide advertising and real-time information about local services, although it was not evident on this shelter; they are also to have telephone charging points. The digital bus shelter network will provide editorial recommendations on the best things to do in the city. Around the city 350 advertising bus shelters are also being upgraded.

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Digital bus shelter, Princes Street

Architect designed - not any old architect, but Sir Norman Foster. Some of Edinburgh's old bus shelters, previously maintained and managed by Clear Channel for many years, are being replaced. New contractors JCDecaux, appointed as the city’s ‘media partner’ last year, have installed 9 hi-tech shelters, with 2.1m interactive screens, on Princes Street. They are supposed to have touch-screen technology to provide advertising and real-time information about local services, although it was not evident on this shelter; they are also to have telephone charging points. The digital bus shelter network will provide editorial recommendations on the best things to do in the city. Around the city 350 advertising bus shelters are also being upgraded.

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Street market, Castle Street

Edinburgh buzzes during the festival period.

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Baileys Stardust

Advertising the Edinburgh Art Festival's exhibition of David Bailey's photography at the Scottish National Gallery. It continues until 18 October 2015. The presence/absence of the apostrophe seems to be optional - it is present in the show's title, but not in the gallery's 'what's on' poster, or here. Possibly it would cause artistic offence to slip one on the pillar between 'Y' and 'S'? How handy there were eight pillars and so seven spaces - good thing it wasn't Modigliani!

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New building for Standard Life

See earlier images in the shared description to see progress.

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Tower cranes in St Andrew Square

The cranes are being used to build the new Standard Life building. The square is occupied by part of the Festival Fringe.

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Round the back, West Register Street Lane

Around the corner from the Festival tents and crowds in St Andrew Square, one of the many 'lanes' that give access to service the buildings in the New Town.

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Edinburgh from under North Bridge

The Scott Monument is flanked by Jenners Department Store and the more transient structure of this years' festival wheel, seen over the roof of Waverley Station.

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Lawnmarket at Festival time

Crowds of visitors including Darth Vader; the Fringe in the Royal Mile.

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West Parliament Square at Festival time

The Royal Mile is closed to traffic between George IV Bridge and South Bridge, and is usually thronged with street performers and Fringe hopefuls advertising their shows.

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Sign outside the CafÃ© Royal, Edinburgh

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Flats on Powederhall Road

This block is Powderhall Rigg. Modern tenement blocks, looking north to St Mark's Park.

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Powderhall Brae

Apartment block on Powderhall Road. They look relatively new, but are at least 10 years old.

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The Water of Leith

Looking downstream from the footbridge into St Marks' Park. Flats of Powderhall Rigg are on the right, and ahead the Powderhall waste management plant.

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Water of Leith

Looking upstream to St Mark's Bridge from the footpath bridge at Powderhall.

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The water of Leith from St Mark's Bridge

Looking upstream. The newish wall on the left is part of a flood prevention scheme.

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Warriston Road

A raised pavement between the road and the Water of Leith is part of a flood prevention scheme.

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Calton is located at Grid Ref: NT2674 (Lat: 55.955019, Lng: -3.1728206)

Unitary Authority: City of Edinburgh

Police Authority: Edinburgh

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