Old Buildings
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Shrubhill Tram Depot Explore – 27th April 2014
Up until 1920 the Leith Corporation Tramways owned the Shrubhill Tram Depot. As Leith was a separate borough they had their own separate tram system and Shrubhill was their major tram depot. The Leith system was electrified, whereas the Edinburgh system used cable haulage. The strange feature of this particular tram depot was the underground…
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The Old Cottage Chair
While walking the West Highland Way last week, I managed to find some urbex action. Even with sore legs, I resisted the urge to sit on this old chair.
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Gartloch Hospital – Monday 7th April 2014
Visited Gartloch Hospital on Monday on the recommendation of a new like-minded chum. It was closed in 1996 after serving patients for 100 years as a hospital/asylum. It is now in the process of being redeveloped into a “luxury village”. Shortly before its closure, it was used in the BBC television series Takin’ Over the…
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Gartloch Hospital Photos – 7.4.14
Spent a couple of hours here today, this is the Ballroom in all it’s floorless glory. The hospital used to be an asylum, not sure why they needed a ballroom….. Best part of the trip. Film to follow.
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Causewayend School Explore film, Aberdeen – 28.3.14
A cheeky Friday explore. Causewayend is an old school that closed in 2008. It sits in the centre of Aberdeen and is a prominent landmark as it sits just off the Mounthooly roundabout.
Challenge Kev Outdoors 