Dr David Mitchell

Director of Cultural Assets - Historic Environment Scotland @HistEnvScot , Trustee of @SmithMuseum - trainee photographer and architectural ironwork fiend.

[Built Environment Forum Scotland @TheBEFS]

Did you know that you have until Feb 2027 to submit feedback on https://t.co/GUHMVqwb37? https://t.co/4DES1jGuIC is a HES platform which brings together the Historic Environment Portal, Canmore, SCRAN, and Property in Care Collections data. Respond here: https://t.co/oOaC8T8FVR

[Dr David Mitchell @DSM888]

@PastGlasgow hi - it was on a redundant platform - we hope to find a route to making it available again - shout if you have any questions tho 😉

[Dr David Mitchell @DSM888]

small people are hard work but endlessly entertaining….

[Dr David Mitchell @DSM888]

new contender for comedy ironwork - St Andrews…

[Dr David Mitchell @DSM888]

love the image of the vandal being harried !

[Iain Cameron @theiaincameron]

To most people, the town of Stenhousemuir is little more than a funny-sounding name they'll have heard on the Saturday classified football results. Few will give it a second thought. However, its origin makes for one of the most intriguing place-names in Scotland.

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[Dr David Mitchell @DSM888]

George Elmslie Owen was a painter later in life but produced a wonderful little book of prints of Stirling landmarks early on. I have been very tickled to find his studio was around the corner from my house…which may explain why some of his prints were on our walls…. #links

[NatRecordsScot @NatRecordsScot]

An architectural drawing of the Sinclair Fountain, 1864.

Catherine Sinclair (1800-1864) wrote children's books and gifted drinking fountains to Edinburgh.

This fountain stood at the corner of Lothian Road and Princes Street. Parts of it can still be found by the Water of Leith.

[NatRecordsScot @NatRecordsScot]

Designs for new lamp pedestals for the courtyard of the Palace of Holyroodhouse at the foot of the Royal Mile, 1908.

The drawings were made by William Thomas Oldrieve, an architect with the His Majesty’s Office of Works.

[Dr David Mitchell @DSM888]

up close and personal with this magnificent Saracen Foundry terminal in Stirling

[Paddle Steamer Waverley @PS_Waverley]

WAVERLEY COMES BACK TO LIFE 🚢 WEDNESDAY 4TH FEBRUARY

Watch a historic milestone for Paddle Steamer Waverley as she returned to steam today for the first time in 2026. This is the earliest she has been in full steam ready to sail in any calendar year this century.

After her Winter rest, the World’s last seagoing paddle steamer has stirred back into life today as our winter refit team raised the boilers back to full steam pressure. Her mighty triple-expansion steam engine was slowly turned, the air pump and feed pumps have been operated, the newly refurbished capstan tested and her whistle sounded letting those near by know she is back in steam.

Extensive preparations are now underway ahead of her sailing to Greenock. Given the level of work to be undertaken at the shipyard most internal areas have been cleared of furniture and fittings with the deck and flooring in passenger areas covered for protection.

During the next two months Waverley will see extensive refit work undertaken, this includes:

• Replacement of her fire sprinkler system
• Removal and renewal of both masts
• Replacement of the dining saloon windows
• Her annual dry docking survey
• Hull repaint
• Replacement of the port side spring beam
• Steel renewals in the paddleboxes

This early start reflects a substantial investment in the ship's fabric and safety systems to help ensure Waverley continues sailing for future generations to experience and enjoy.

➡️ Support our Masts & Windows Winter Appeal
This winter’s essential works include the replacement of Waverley’s masts and dining saloon windows. If you would like to join the many others who have donated to this Appeal to help retain the authentic character of the ship please consider making a donation at https://t.co/C3dLHbJIua

⏰ 2026 Timetables & Bookings Coming NEXT Week
The first of the 2026 sailing schedules will be released shortly, with bookings opening area-by-area as each timetable is confirmed.

Sign up to our e-newsletter for priority updates and sailing announcements: https://t.co/f3tFuZRr9R

#waverley #ship #sailing #paddlesteamerwaverley #STEAM #engine #paddlesteamer #engineering #engineer #timetable #bookings #thingstodo #shipping #steamengine #steamengineering

[Built Environment Forum Scotland @TheBEFS]

BEFS Member Glasgow City Heritage Trust has opened applications for its Training Grants 🧱
Supporting traditional skills training and professional development across Scotland’s built environment.

Find out more 🔍
Apply here ➡️ https://t.co/Y7ZiaRv6HW

[Dr David Mitchell @DSM888]

grt exhibit on Alfred Buckingham @ Nat Galleries - i do love when the photographers camera is on display !

[Built Environment Forum Scotland @TheBEFS]

⏰ Deadline approaching: BEFS is hiring a Net Zero Lead to drive a coordinated, evidence-led approach to tackle the climate emergency! 👇 https://t.co/OxN7k5ldZH

[Dr David Mitchell @DSM888]

@MrAbercrombie @Scotmaritime now a kiddies play area 😉

[Dr David Mitchell @DSM888]

its been a while but grt to visit the treasure that is the Denny Tank in Dunbarton - the feel - snell and aesthetic of an industrial facility is beautifully retained - great stories and technological innovation to be celebrated still ⁦@Scotmaritime⁩

[Dr David Mitchell @DSM888]

@theohonohan not about class as the owners of Carron were high status folks but IH is still viewed in a certain light. My generation are the last to have memory of industry like this and its going fast. Historically we have certainly been focused on particular types.

[Dr David Mitchell @DSM888]

this was one of the most important industrial enterprises in the world. At Carron the first castings for James Watt’s engine remains and physical remnants of an industry for over 200 yrs. Its not a blame thing but says a lot about what we see as being important and whose history.

[The Press and Journal @pressjournal]

Heritage sites across the north-east are at risk from climate change, decay and vanishing traditional skills. Now Historic Environment Scotland is asking difficult questions about how - and why - these places should be protected in the future. https://t.co/SAjQBqrzAP

[Built Environment Forum Scotland @TheBEFS]

@RICSnews Scotland Manifesto calls for urgent action on skills to deliver housing, infrastructure & net zero goals. With 10,000+ construction jobs needed by 2028, closer govt-industry collaboration is essential. Read more: https://t.co/kNcdKir694

#ScottishBudget

[Dr David Mitchell @DSM888]

Portable Coffer Dam by Thomas Stevenson - beautiful illustration.