Hazel Bews24 Ballifeary LaneIV16 5PHInvernessIV16 5PHTel: 01463 715225
As well as incorporating state-of-the-art facilities (including a dental, phantom-heads room, training ward with life sized mannequins and a clinical research facility) this public building also incorporates an ambitious programme of contemporary art.
Exhibition: leaflet available.
Guided tours: 10.30, 12.30, 14.30
One of Inverness's landmark buldings, the award-winning Eden Court complex combines 19th century grandeur with 20th and 21st century sophistication. Eden Court consists of two theatres, two cinemas, dance studios and the beautiful Bishop's Palace. There is also a restaurant, bars, roof terrace and garden.
Come and see what goes on inside one of the UK's largest arts centres.
Guided tours available but pre-booking is neccessary by contacting 01463 234234.
Limited parking available.
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In 1941 an underground bunker was built for the RAF. Its purpose was top secret. Unknown to the pilots of enemy aircraft – through the technology of radar – their movements were being plotted beneath this unassuming hillside. Today, and still as little known, the bunker is used as the Highland Council’s Emergency Centre.
The photo shows the Operations Room – as it was during WWII – being manned by WAAF personnel. The air women at the table are plotting the positions of enemy raiders and of our own aircraft. On the first floor ‘gallery’ are the RAF Control Officer and his assistant.
Exhibition - leaflet available.
The Free North Church, which was designed by Alexander Ross, and opened on 7th June 1893, is Gothic style with the tallest spire in Inverness at 170 feet.
Whilst it is typical of the Presbyterian plain style, it surpasses most others in size and in the boldness and elegance of its detail. North Church congregation split from East Church (Church of Scotland) and joined the Free Church of Scotland at the 1843 Disruption.
The interior, which can seat 1300, has been restored with stencil work on the barrel ceiling. As usual in the Free Church of Scotland, there is no organ, but there is a box below the pulpit for the Precentor who leads the singing.
Highland Print Studio is an artists' workshop with facilities for printmaking and digital imaging, including etching, relief printing, screen-printing and stone lithography. The Studio is accessed by people ranging frpm professional artists to complete beginners and provides art classes and activities for individuals, schools and community groups throughout the Highlands. The Studio is housed in a traditional building, with beautiful arched windows that overlook the River Ness.
Tours will be provided on the hour (max 10 participants). Bookings can be made on 01463 718999, but are not mandatory. Artwork on display and for sale.
The Inverness Methodist Church is a glass-fronted building with a distinctive bell tower dating from 1965. It has a plain interior with stained glass windows, including one commemorating a visit by John Wesley in 1764.
The attractive building was erected on the Inverness riverside, replacing a former building in Union Street which had originally been a music hall and which had been destroyed by fire on 7th December 1961.
The church is unusual in Methodism in that some of the ministers have stayed for long periods. The ministries of the Reverend John Reid (1930 - 1955) and the Reverend Derek Sutcliffe (1976 - 1999) have been particularly notable.
Standing on the site of the Medieval Castle of Inverness, the Sherriff Court is by Edinburgh architect William Burn and dates from 1833-5.
Inside, the central stair rises under a panelled vaulted ceiling. Orginal furnishings include a Tudor Gothic Canopy over the bench in Court No.1
45 minute Tours strictly at: 11.30, 12.30, 14.00, 15.00
Assistance for visitors with hearing difficulties. Leaflet and information booklets available.
The Council Chamber was the scene of an historic meeting of the British Cabinet in September 1921.
The winter evening observing programme begins in September 19th - for more information visit www.spacegazer.com
Guided tours- refreshments available at nearby visitors centre.