Tourism
Remembering Robert Burns at Rosslyn Chapel
In 1787, Robert Burns wrote ‘Epigram At Roslin Inn’ when visiting the now named College Hill house adjacent to the chapel. My blessings on ye, honest wife! I ne’er was here before; Ye’ve wealth o’ gear for spoon and knife- Heart could not wish for more. Heav’n keep you clear o’ sturt and strife, Till…
Countess of Rosslyn returns to television screens
Helen Rosslyn, Chair of the Chapel Trust, returns to television screens on 26th November to present a study of one of the most innovative artists of the 17th century, printmaker and draftsman Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione. Catiglione’s turbulent life often overshadowed his artistic brilliance and he struggled to achieve recognition in his own lifetime. Yet his…
Chapel preparing for History Festival
For the first time, Rosslyn Chapel is participating in ‘Previously….’, Scotland’s History Festival, and tickets are now available for a special events at the Chapel, from the festival’s programme. On Saturday 23rd November, medieval instrumentalist Jim Tribble was due to let visitors hear the sounds and discover more about the fascinating instruments which would have…
Junior Guides prepare for busy winter
After weeks of rehearsals, the Chapel’s new Junior Guides are ready to welcome school groups over the next six months. The guides, from Primary 7 at Roslin Primary School, will perform a short play for visiting schools, telling the story of the Chapel, and then guide them round the building to complete a quiz. Other…
From Midfest to Science Festival
Following the success of Midfest, Midlothian’s new Arts Festival, Chapel staff are preparing for the Midlothian Science Festival, which runs from 5 to 20 October. Rosslyn Chapel will host three special events for the Science Festival, including an evening of stargazing on 18th and a tour from specialist stone conservator Nic Boyes, on 19th October….
Culture Secretary’s visit marks completion of conservation project
A major conservation project at one of Scotland’s most historic buildings, which began in 1997, has come to an end and, for the first time since then, Rosslyn Chapel is now free from scaffolding. Work to the Chapel, which is Category A-listed, was instigated after a report in 1995 warned of damage to the stonework…
Chapel takes its place in the Great Tapestry of Scotland
A panel showing some of Rosslyn Chapel’s carvings has gone on display as part of the Great Tapestry of Scotland. The Chapel’s Apprentice Pillar, Green Man, angel carvings – and even William the Chapel Cat – feature in the panel, which took 450 hours of stitching, by seven skilled embroiderers, to complete. The Great Tapestry…
New opportunities for volunteering at the Chapel
A range of opportunities for becoming a volunteer at Rosslyn Chapel has just been published. Rosslyn Chapel Trust is keen to hear from potential volunteers, who are interested in helping with research, becoming a ‘front of house’ assistant, a Chapel assistant or language assistant. Beccy Angus, Learning and Outreach Assistant, said: ‘Becoming a volunteer at…
New opportunities for learning at Rosslyn Chapel
Rosslyn Chapel is pleased to be part of the Midlothian Council Adult Learning programme for 2014/15 with the following classes – Local History, Monday 12th January 2015, 9.30 – 11.30am. Family History, Wednesday 14th January 2015, 1.00 – 3.00pm. Archaeology at the Chapel, Saturday 28th February 2015, 9.30am – 12.30pm. The History of a Mystery…
Arts Festival programme launched at Rosslyn Chapel
Organised by Midlothian Council and local organisations, the first Midfest includes more than 60 events across the county, from Saturday 21 September to Sunday 29 September. Highlights of the programme include performances by the award-winning Pathhead Music Collective, a family launch event at Dalkeith Country Estate on Saturday 21 September, storytelling at Rosslyn Chapel and…