Shore from the Waterfront Bar, Leith

Category

Library Item

Item no

11201

Title

Shore from the Waterfront Bar, Leith

Description

An interesting view of the Shore at Leith as seen from the Waterfront Bar. Tables and chairs are set out on a jetty in the water. These are overlooked by flats with balconies on the opposite shore. Malmaison Hotel (formerly the Sailor's Mission) with its clock tower can be seen on the shore next to other bars and restaurants. Two boats are moored at the water's edge.

Artist / maker

Ansell, Andrew J L

Date

2007

Size

19 x 25.4 cm

Type

Digital image

Location

Edinburgh and Scottish Collection

The Shore in Leith runs along the east side of the Water of Leith where it joins the Firth of Forth. For many centuries the Shore was the trading centre of Leith. Vessels were loaded and unloaded here from mediaeval times until the construction of new docks in the early 19th century. The Shore has also been the site of several royal disembarkations, including Mary queen of Scots arrival from France in 1560, and George IV's visit in 1822. The Shore is now geared more towards social, rather than commercial interaction, with several well known pubs and restaurants.

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Homes > Residential buildings > Flats

Landscape > Water > Rivers and streams

Places > Edinburgh areas > Leith

Places > Scotland > Edinburgh

Sport and leisure > Eating and drinking facilities > Restaurants and bars

Sport and leisure > Public accommodation facilities > Hotels

(55°58′37″N, 3°10′9″W)

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