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George Heriot (15 June 1563 – 12 February 1624) was a Scottish goldsmith and philanthropist. He is chiefly remembered today as the founder of George Heriot's School, a large independent school in Edinburgh; his name has also been given to Heriot-Watt University, as well as several streets (and a pub, the Jinglin' Geordie, after his nickname ...
George Heriot: goldsmith and jeweller to James VI and Queen Anne Anne’s arrival in Scotland changed Heriot’s life. His appointment as goldsmith to the Queen was announced at the Cross of Edinburgh in July 1597.
Feb 11, 2024 · Haunt of journalists and printers and other staff from The Scotsman and Edinburgh Evening News for generations as it is sited behind their former offices, the Jinglin’ Geordie is named after one of Edinburgh’s most famous citizens, George Heriot, who died 400 years ago tomorrow.
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Aug 7, 2024 · A tour behind the gates. Back by popular demand! After the huge success of the tours in Easter, next week we are opening Laurison Gates once more for a week of guided tours as part of the We are all Geroge Heriot campaign. These Guided Tours will be back for 4 more days from 12-15 August.
George Heriot lived from June 1563 to 12 February 1624. He was a successful goldsmith whose dealings with James VI and his Queen, Anne of Denmark, helped Heriot amass a considerable fortune, which on his death he left to good causes in his native city of Edinburgh.
Sep 3, 2007 · George Heriot, artist, public official, writer (b at Haddington, Scot 1759; d at London, Eng 1839). His chief importance to Canada resides in his art. He develo...
Feb 12, 2020 · One of the most spectacular buildings in Edinburgh's Old Town is the incredibly ornate and decorative George Heriot's School, a private school on a ridge of rock with views across to Edinburgh Castle. The school building was paid for with money from the estate of George Heriot, who died on 12 February 1624.
