The Cape Society
Apr
- Mon 25 May 2026
- South Queesnferry
- Rab 'flew in' from South Queensferry to join May's formal meeting which largely inspired Colin's impromptu suggestion of a May Manor in South Queensferry. It seemed Colin half expected Rab to take the reins but he seemed as keen as a 'canary doon pit' so Colin was left holding the lantern and leading the way. So, expect Colin to take you by the Burryman, with a little regal guidance from Rab to explore all things South Queensferry, including, of course, Thorfinn the Mighty.
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Provisionally, meet in South Queensferry at the Jubilee Clock Tower at14.00midday.Check back here for more precise details nearer the time.Note the abnormal date of Monday (as opposed to the traditional last Wednesday of month). This is largely to accommodate Worthy Sovereign's superb effort.
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Knights and Ladies met at the
Jubilee Clock Tower
for the start of Colin's South Queensferry Manor which kicked-off with a duck around the
back of Rosebery Hall for a look at the Provost John Reid Memorial Fountain and its small, surrounding garden.
It was an excellent idea to head straight for the sun-doused harbour and the splendid views it offers of the three
bridges crossing the Forth. Colin was careful to point out there's no 'rail' in the name of the most iconic of the three: the cantilever
bridge carrying trains between the Lothians and Fife. (Ask him how many rivets it has.)
It was warm and Knights and Ladies had already worked up a thirst so it was lucky the Stag Head Hotel had plenty free seats.
Thanks, in particular, to Dave whose generousity paid for and metaphorically
poured refreshing lager, beer and drinks of choice over many whistles.
After a good quenching and soaking, the company made its way along Newhalls Road towards the Nessie-like Guardian Sculpture.
On the way, Colin imparted details around South Queensferry's history
(including its Cape-Connected services to religious pilgrims heading for St Andrews).
Colin also touched upon the effects of the First and Second World Wars on the town,
its whisky and brewing connections, the history of the three bridges and, of course,
the Buryman. A brief stop at the Briggers Memorial to remember those who, sadly, made the ultimate sacrifice when building
the Forth Bridge was followed by a visit to Hawes Inn, where connections with Kidnapped by Robert Louis Stevenson
were discussed. There was plenty time to eat, drink, be merry and welcome two guests, Mark and Lynda to the gathering.
An excellent manner was rounded off in convivial fashion, in the sunshine, with stories of another Cape-Connection to
Sir Sleigh who laid linoleum in a property owned by snooker player Stephen Hendry.
Mobile-friendly picture gallery.
Thanks to all Knights and guests, including some rarely seen, who came to support Colin's excellent Manor.
