Parliament Square: Images of civic, church and state power
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Old Edinburgh Club host a talk on Parliament Square by John Lowrey at Augustine United Church in Edinburgh on 14 October 2026. The presentation focuses on the development of civic, church and state power in architectural and urbanistic terms, with specific reference to the aftermath of the Great Fires of 1824. The venue provides ground floor access and toilet facilities. The event is for members of the Old Edinburgh Club.
Old Edinburgh Club host a talk on Parliament Close and Square as the centre of elite power and influence in Edinburgh. As a specialist in Scottish architectural history, and an Honorary Fellow at Edinburgh University’s School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture, John Lowrey gives this hybrid talk, which takes place at Augustine United Church on George IV Bridge. The talk takes a broad look at some aspects of the development of these institutions in architectural and urbanistic terms but also focuses on a number of specific cases, especially in relation to the aftermath of the Great Fires of 1824 and the impact that had on the area, especially to the south. The venue is accessible from ground floor level, with disabled access and ground level toilet facilities. Parliament Square: Images of civic, church and state power is for members of the Old Edinburgh Club, however, there are limited places available to book online for non-members.
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Parliament Square: Images of civic, church and state power takes place on Wednesday, 14 October 2026.
Parliament Square: Images of civic, church and state power is held at Augustine United Church in Edinburgh (Augustine United Church, 41 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh, EH1 1EL).
Entry to Parliament Square: Images of civic, church and state power is free.
The forecast for Parliament Square: Images of civic, church and state power is Overcast · high 16°C, low 10°.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Augustine United Church can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Parliament Square: Images of civic, church and state power can be booked via edinburgh.org using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Old Edinburgh Club host a talk on Parliament Square by John Lowrey at Augustine United Church in Edinburgh on 14 October 2026. The presentation focuses on the development of civic, church and state power in architectural and urbanistic terms, with specific reference to the aftermath of the Great Fires of 1824. The venue provides ground floor access and toilet facilities. The event is for members of the Old Edinburgh Club.
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Old Edinburgh Club host a talk on Parliament Close and Square as the centre of elite power and influence in Edinburgh. As a specialist in Scottish architectural history, and an Honorary Fellow at Edinburgh University’s School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture, John Lowrey gives this hybrid talk, which takes place at Augustine United Church on George IV Bridge. The talk takes a broad look at some aspects of the development of these institutions in architectural and urbanistic terms but also focuses on a number of specific cases, especially in relation to the aftermath of the Great Fires of 1824 and the impact that had on the area, especially to the south. The venue is accessible from ground floor level, with disabled access and ground level toilet facilities. Parliament Square: Images of civic, church and state power is for members of the Old Edinburgh Club, however, there are limited places available to book online for non-members.
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Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Parliament Square: Images of civic, church and state power?
Parliament Square: Images of civic, church and state power takes place on Wednesday, 14 October 2026.
Where is Parliament Square: Images of civic, church and state power taking place?
Parliament Square: Images of civic, church and state power is held at Augustine United Church in Edinburgh (Augustine United Church, 41 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh, EH1 1EL).
How much are tickets for Parliament Square: Images of civic, church and state power?
Entry to Parliament Square: Images of civic, church and state power is free.
What will the weather be like at Parliament Square: Images of civic, church and state power?
The forecast for Parliament Square: Images of civic, church and state power is Overcast · high 16°C, low 10°.
Is there anywhere to stay near Parliament Square: Images of civic, church and state power?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Augustine United Church can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Parliament Square: Images of civic, church and state power?
Tickets for Parliament Square: Images of civic, church and state power can be booked via edinburgh.org using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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