Gladstones Land

About Gladstones Land

	477b Lawnmarket, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 2NT
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Listed Under Attractions - Museums Attractions - History and Culture

The house of wealthy merchant and landlord Thomas Gledstanes showcases high-rise living, 17th-century style, at the beating heart of Edinburgh's historic Royal Mile. In six rooms split across two levels, the authentically restored tenement shows how people from a variety of backgrounds went about their lives at a time when the cramped Lawnmarket was very much a living, breathing, working part of one of the world's fastest-growing and influential cities.

Inside these walls you'll discover the indignities of living in cramped conditions, the embarrassing consequences of sitting too close to the fire and the gruesome punishment for cheating your customers.

The Gledstanes name relates to the gilded bird of prey hanging outside the house. 'Gled' is an old Scottish word for red-tailed kite, which are often found nesting among 'stanes' or stones.

On Saturdays during July and August, from 12.30-5pm, visitors can get a flavour of 17th-century life with the guides in costume in the display rooms. The costume guides really help to bring the house to life and ensure that visitors get the most from their visit.

Upcoming Events at Gladstones Land

Lecture Series - The History of School Uniform

6th December 2018

Join Dr Kate Stephenson for this irreverent dash through 500 years of uniform history, with props, at Gladstone's Land on Thursday 6th December!

A Very Georgian Christmas

12th December 2018

Come along to Gladstone's Land on Wednesday 12th December for some Georgian Christmas entertainments, including carols, punch and Georgian Christmas crafts!