Country

Scotland

Charity number

SC045779

Status

Active

Registered

July 7, 2015

Legal form

Company (the charity is registered with Companies House)

Address

Contact

Website

rhspt.org

Activities

'It carries out activities or services itself'

'the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science','the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended'

The old Royal High School, built in 1829 by neoclassical architect Thomas Hamilton, is a Category A listed building in Edinburgh’s New Town Conservation Area and World Heritage Site. It symbolises Scotland's commitment to education and architectural excellence. The Royal High School Preservation Trust, founded in 2015, aims to conserve the building, find sustainable uses, and ensure public access. With planning approval in August 2024, restoration led by Richard Murphy Associates and Simpson & Brown will create a cultural hub centered on music. The project includes new gardens designed by Tom Stuart-Smith, offering urban green space with stunning city views. The Trust seeks to engage communities through events and activities while ensuring environmental sustainability. The project is supported by the Dunard Fund, donors, and a volunteer Board, with a focus on developing a long-term sustainable business plan.

Objectives: The Charitable Purposes of the Trust ('the Charitable Purposes') are. 3.1.1 the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science, including: i.3.1.1 to conserve the history and heritage of the buildings comprising the former Royal High School, Calton Hill, Edinburgh (which was built originally in 1825 - 1829) (the “Former Royal High School”) and to preserve these buildings for appropriate uses commensurate with their history, and both Category A-listed and UNESCO World Heritage status. ii.3.1.2 to develop, oversee, manage and maintain the buildings comprising the former Royal High School. and iii.3.1.3 to create, arrange, manage and oversee activities and events at and from the buildings comprising the former Royal High School in order to ensure cultural benefit, community benefit and public benefit. and 3.1.2 the provision of recreational facilities by developing, overseeing, managing and maintaining a public garden for recreational use by the public and for its environmental, horticultural and restorative benefits.

Areas of operation

Main operating location

City of Edinburgh

Geographical spread

A specific local point, community or neighbourhood

Finances

Nearby

• The Suttie Foundation 0.0 mi
• National Centre for Music 0.0 mi
• Kids Operating Room 0.0 mi
• United Nations Association Edinburgh 0.0 mi
• Scottish Ahlul Bayt Society 0.0 mi

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