ABBEYHILL HISTORY WALKING TOUR
Hetty's History Walks - EDINBURGH UNCOVERED
Discover the history of Abbeyhill Colonies - free walking tour in collaboration with Abbeyhill's Colony of Artists.
Over the 19th century the area surrounding the Abbeyhill Colonies was completely transformed! Discover how, and why, on this free walking tour which is part of the 16th Annual Exhibition of the Colony of Artists.
PLEASE NOTE: these tours are free and taken in small groups of maximum 8 people so booking is recommended. Each tour will last approximately 45 minutes, cover about 1km and follow a route that includes flights of steps. The whole tour takes place outdoors so for your own comfort please dress appropriately for the weather.
MEET AT: the top of Maryfield by the James Tytler hot-air balloon mural
The tour is developed and led by Hetty, a local history guide who has lived in the area for 20 years and established her own walking tour business in 2019.