The Georgian House
Situated in historic Charlotte Square, the Georgian House provides a glimpse of life in the New Town in the 18th centurty.
The Georgian House is part of Robert Adam's masterpiece of urban design, Charlotte Square. It dates from 1796, when those who could afford it began to escape from the cramped, squalid conditions of Edinburgh's Old Town to settle in the fashionable New Town.
The house's beautiful china, shining silver, exquisite paintings and furniture all reflect the domestic surroundings and social conditions of the times.
Visitors can contrast this site with Gladstone's Land, at the top of the Royal Mile, which provides a glimpse of life in the Old Town in the 17th-century.
The Georgian House is in the care of the National Trust for Scotland. Admission is free for members, for holders of the Edinburgh Pass and holders of the Great British Heritage Pass.
Opening Hours
30 March to 30 June, daily 10-5; 1 July to 30 Aug, daily 10-6; 31 Aug to 31 Oct, daily 10-5; 1 to 29 Nov, daily 11-3; 2 to 29 March, daily 11-4. Last admission 30 mins before closing.
Contact
The Georgian House
The National Trust For Scotland
7 Charlotte Square
Edinburgh
City of Edinburgh
EH2 4DR
Scotland
Tel: +44 (131) 2263318
Fax: +44 (131) 2263318
E-Mail: thegeorgianhouse@nts.org.uk
WWW: http://www.nts.org.uk
