Walk Leader
Colin Balfour LRPS
Capacity
10
The Mansfield Traquair Centre in Edinburgh, known as "Edinburgh's Sistine Chapel," was designed by Sir Robert Rowand Anderson as a Catholic Apostolic Church, and completed in 1885–1895. It is renowned for its stunning, immersive murals painted by Arts and Crafts artist Phoebe Anna Traquair in the 1890s. The building was saved from dereliction by a trust in the 1990s and is now a premier venue. The building is recognised as a masterpiece of late Victorian art and architecture.
Please note that that is a private tour. There will be an introductory talk at the start to give us more background and context to the centre and the murals. There will be a chance to ask any questions. There is a charge of £5 each which will go exclusively towards the conservation of the murals and the maintenance of the building.
The visit should take us up to lunchtime and there are several cafes and sandwich shops nearby. There are also several other churches in the area if you wish to extend your visit.
Walk Location
"Edinburgh’s Sistine Chapel" - the Mansfield Traquair Centre
Walk Directions
We will meet outside the church (15 Mansfield Place, Edinburgh EH3 6BB). There is a nearby bus stop (8, 9 and 13). Paid on street parking is available nearby. Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station is around 12 minutes walk away.
Accessibility
We will be indoors, although you are also welcome to take images from outside. Everything is on the same level.
Feedback Meeting Type
Zoom
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