Description

Standard Edinburgh police box by City Architects Department (E J MacRae, City Architect) and designed probably later in 1930s.

Classical, rectangular cast-iron box 6ft by 4ft on plan. 2-bay pilastered long elevations, one of which contains door bearing city arms. Single bay short elevations surmounted by open pediments containing ribboned wreath decoration. Saltire patterned glazing to all elevations.

Statement of Interest

Reference also singles out names of A Rollo and J A Tweedie. Part of the Second New Town A Group.

External Links

• Historic Environment Scotland Listing
• Wikidata Q17810892

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  Renovating Old Houses: Bringing New Life to Vintage Homes (For Pros By Pros)
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  Setting up a Listed Building Heritage Partnership Agreement: Historic England Advice Note 5
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