The History of Edinburgh Podcast
Micro histories from Scotland's capital. Join me for a walk through time, in a particular neighbourhood or location in beautiful, historic Edinburgh.
I'm avoiding all the history you already know - the castle, Greyfriars Bobby, Burke and Hare... this is a podcast about the real city and how its past has influenced and shaped the present day Edinburgh.
If you're a resident, you'll love these little walking tours that take no more than 25 minutes.
Created by Ruth Gray and produced by David O'Reilly.
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Jun 25, 2026
Jun 25, 2026
24 min
In this episode we take in the area from the bridge at Canonmills over to George V park and the surrounding area and how it went from being a peaceful semi rural spot to an innovation hotspot at the foot of the New Town.
Join me to explore this area and learn about some of the people and projects that have influenced the area as it is today.
Created by Ruth Gray and produced by David O'Reilly.
May 26, 2026
May 26, 2026
20 min
Another micro-history of the Powderhall and St Marks area in Edinburgh. We stop for a chat with a local business owner with a very interesting property, and we learn about the origins of the name Powderhall. It's an area with a lot of industrial heritage so we'll learn about a few of the more interesting local endeavours too.
Recorded out and about so expect a little background noise here and there!
Created by Ruth Gray
Produced by David O'Reilly
May 7, 2026
May 7, 2026
22 min
Take a walk with me around one of Edinburgh's true hidden gems - Warriston Cemetery.
The city's largest cemetery opened in the 1840s and is a fine example of a Victorian 'garden cemetery'. But its so much more than an old graveyard...
We'll meet some of its residents, both dead and alive, and learn about some of its notable moments in its 180 year history.
Created by Ruth Gray
Produced by David O'Reilly