Flodden Wall
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the Flodden Wall, one of the most significant and poignant remnants of Edinburgh's medieval defenses. To understand this wall, we must travel back to the year 1513, a dark time in Scottish history. …
Listen in the app2The World’s End — The Main Gate
Our journey begins at the World's End on the Royal Mile, the site of the Netherbow Port, which was once the main gate into the city of Edinburgh. The name 'World's End' is significant; for the residents of medieval Edinburgh,…
Listen in the app3St. Mary’s Street — The First Standing Section
As we walk down St. Mary’s Street from the World’s End, we come to the first actual section of the Flodden Wall that is still standing. …
Listen in the app4Pleasance Courtyard — The Corner Turn
Following the line of the wall down the hill, we reach the area near the Pleasance Courtyard. Here, the wall takes a sharp turn, continuing its journey around the city. …
Listen in the app5Greyfriars Kirkyard — The Wall in the Graveyard
One of the most atmospheric and substantial sections of the Flodden Wall can be found within the historic Greyfriars Kirkyard. As you enter the graveyard, look to your left, and you will see a massive stone wall that forms the…
Listen in the app6The Vennel Summit — Arrow Slits and Turrets
As we reach the top of the Vennel steps, we encounter what is perhaps the most visually interesting and well-preserved section of the Flodden Wall. This part of the wall features actual 'balistraria' or arrow slit windows,…
Listen in the app7Grassmarket Line — The Pavement Marker
Our exploration of the Flodden Wall concludes in the Grassmarket, where the line of the wall is marked by a subtle but important feature in the pavement. As you walk across the square, look for the line of stones that cuts across…
Listen in the app8Closing
As we conclude our tracing of the Flodden Wall, we are left with a powerful image of a city defined by its defenses. This wall, born from the disaster of 1513, was a physical manifestation of Edinburgh's vulnerability and its…
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What is Flodden Wall?
Flodden Wall is a place with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Type | Heritage |
|---|---|
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 55.9472, -3.1970 |
| Last updated |
