Historic north-east attractions to reopen next month as covid restrictions ease
North-east landmarks are among those set to reopen next month.
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The Aberdeen high-rise dream of the 1960s that turned sour for so many residents
They were the buildings which were supposed to help Aberdeen residents advance into a bright new future.
April re-opening dates set for Scotland’s castles, cathedrals and museums
Castles, cathedrals, and museums are due to reopen at the end of April as visitors return to Scotland’s historic sites.
New guides created for residents in Aberdeen’s A-listed high-rise flats
Residents of eight listed Aberdeen high rises have, for the first time, had it spelled out to them what they now can and cannot do to their own homes.
Council to seek advice on appealing Grade A listing of Aberdeen multi-storeys
Aberdeen City Council has agreed to seek advice on appealing the decision to award eight multi-storey buildings in the city Grade A listed status.
Decision to list Aberdeen high-rises could put extra pressure on council staff and finances
Council officers have warned a decision to give listed building status to eight high-rises in Aberdeen might place additional pressures on both staff and finances.
Meeting to be held over decision to grant listed status to Aberdeen high-rises
A group of politicians were to meet the boss of a heritage body over the controversial decision to list eight of Aberdeen’s high-rise buildings.
Aberdeen’s controversial high-rise flats: Listed buildings or a blot on the landscape?
It was a piece of news which had some people querying whether April Fool's Day had arrived a few months early.
A-listed theatre and steam railway among groups to share nearly £2m funding
An A-listed theatre and a steam railway are among more than 40 groups who will share nearly £2 million in funding from Historic Environment Scotland (HES).
Frank Gilfeather: Brutal to think concrete beasts deserve status
Local authorities throughout the land have been grinding them into rubble for years.
Pleas for heritage body to think again over Aberdeen high-rise decision
Heritage chiefs have been urged to think again about the decision to award eight high-rise blocks in Aberdeen the same protected status as the city’s most iconic buildings.
Aberdeen multi-storey flat blocks awarded category A listing
Heritage bosses have awarded eight Aberdeen high rises the same protected status as iconic buildings like Marischal College and the Music Hall.
From ruin to restoration: At-risk buildings across north-east given new lease of life
A rail station and former school building are among those which have been given a new lease of life after being place on the 'at risk' register.
No listed building status for Aberdeen John Lewis store
Listed building status for an Aberdeen department store has not been given - due to future development proposals.
Decision on listed building status for Aberdeen high-rises expected in January
Heritage bosses are still mulling over a move to award eight blocks of Aberdeen flats listed status with a decision expected in January.
North-east coasts and waters heritage projects handed cash boost
Two north-east projects are set to benefit from funding as part of Scotland’s Year of Coast and Waters.
At risk north-east building to be sold at auction
A north-east building which has been categorised as 'at risk' is to be sold at an auction.
Historic Environment Scotland reveals reopening dates of some north-east sites
National heritage body Historic Environment Scotland (HES) has revealed its plans for reopening sites, including a number in the north-east, following the easing of lockdown restrictions.
The night the north-east feared the Nazis were invading… and the battle front was on our doorstep
On September 7 1940, the calm Saturday evening of Stonehaven was shattered by the urgent pealing of church bells… the Nazi invasion feared since Dunkirk had started on Scotland’s north-east coast.
Funding scheme for repairs to Aberdeen buildings expanded
An Aberdeen trust has announced it will now accept applications for building repair grants across a larger part of Aberdeen city centre.
Work to restore at risk north-east properties begins
Several iconic buildings in the north-east that have fallen into disrepair are to be restored.
Plans to turn disused north-east vinery into greenhouse and cafe
A historic disused north-east building is in line for a revamp that would breathe new life into it.
Appeal lodged to lift listed status on former Aberdeen school
An appeal to remove the listed building status on a former Aberdeen school has been lodged with the Scottish Government.
North-east groups urged to dive in for coast heritage cash
Organistations in the north-east can apply for funding for community projects which help protect coasts and waterways across the region.
Listed status for ‘brutalist’ Aberdeen flats could hit tenants in pocket
Conservation bosses have been accused of “interference” by city council leaders after moving to grant listed building status to eight city high-rises.
Recognition for Aberdeen’s historic harbour lights
They have guided sailors and captains into Aberdeen Harbour for more than 150 years and have proved to be a staple on the waterfront.
Eight Aberdeen high-rises tipped for A-list status
Eight high-rises in Aberdeen have been tipped for category A-listed status.
Professor explains why he thinks eight Aberdeen high-rises should get listed building status
Professor Miles Glendinning contacted Historic Environment Scotland (HES), which confirmed it received a request to consider the listing of the concrete towers, originally built as council houses in the 1960s
Aberdeen hospital buildings on ‘at risk’ list
Several buildings at a historic Aberdeen hospital have been deemed “at risk” following a recent inspection.
Historic pool, church and pub among Aberdeen buildings on ‘at risk’ list
More than 300 buildings in the north-east are currently “at risk”, according to the latest figures.