Events

Join magician, psychologist and writer Professor Richard Wiseman in a fascinating local history talk exploring the surprising and little-known magical history of Edinburgh.   Around the turn of the twentieth century, three remarkable magicians conjured up mystery and mayhem in the area. One was the most famous illusionist in the world, another perfected a trick (more…)

THE SORRIES are Douglas Kay (vocals, guitar, bodhran, mandolin) and Martin Philip (vocals, guitar, bodhran, tres). The duo sing, play and banter their way through a show which features a host of traditional tunes from the much-loved Scottish songbook, as well as some songs gathered from the oral tradition and a few original compositions. The two formed The Sorries following a conversation (more…)

The Corstorphine Trust is delighted to welcome Kate Foster, author of The Maiden, for a special event exploring the history and inspiration behind her novel. The Maiden is a compelling historical fiction novel based on the real life story of Christian Nimmo, also known as the White Lady of Corstorphine. Growing up in Corstorphine, Kate (more…)

Are you interested in learning a bit about the History of Old Corstorphine, whilst taking in fresh air? The Corstorphine Trust is providing guided walks through the ‘Old’ village this year. With two Corstorphine Trust  stewards as your guides, you can learn a little bit about the origins of Corstorphine, its churches, the Dovecot and (more…)

After the very successful concert in December, we are delighted to announce the return of Gordon to The Corstorphine Astoria Centre but this time he’ll be joined on stage with his wife Cherly Forbes. Enjoy an entertaining evening of music, Broadway hits, light hearted character songs and favourite melodies on instruments both conventional and less (more…)