The directors of Viridor Credits visited Dunbar Battery on 14th June to see the results of the project that Viridor Credits had so generously funded. Trustee Steven Anderson has been at the helm of this project since its inception and he held the ribbon as it was cut. Also in the picture is Councillor Norman […]
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An early visitor asked where St Bey’s church used to stand. Roy Pugh, one of Dunbar’s pre-eminent historians, explains: Bey originated in County Down, Ireland. She came to Britain in the 7th century and reputedly first began her ministry in St Bees (a corruption of her name) in Cumbria. She came to Scotland in the […]
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Rankin Fraser has worked for many years to develop the vision for Dunbar Battery and, as well as designing the landscaping for Dunbar Battery, Rankin Fraser acted as lead consultant. David Narro Associates provided structural engineering advice. Morham & Brotchie was the quantity surveyor for the project. Alliance CDM provided safety advice. Studio LR designed […]
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East Lothian’s G Brown Stonemason Ltd undertook the consolidation work and repair to the Battery building. Graeme Brown was the lead contractor for the project. Dunbar’s own A G Thomson completed the initial site clearance which revealed several features of historic interest. AOC provided the archaeologist who meticulously recorded all of the findings as the project […]
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Dunbar Battery has always been an open space for all to enjoy. It remains so. There may be a few occasions each year when it will be closed off for private events but for most of the year Dunbar Battery will remain open for those who enjoy a stroll into what has always been a […]
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Viridor Credits provided the majority of the funding in order to provide an iconic space for the residents of Dunbar and their visitors to enjoy. Historic Environment Scotland awarded a grant so that the fabric of the battery could be preserved for future generations. The building is an important part of the heritage of the […]
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