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Policebox Museum

Discover what life was like as a police officer in the past. Drop in and join the Edinburgh, Lothian and Border police historical society for a fascinating look back at policing!

Policebox Museum

About Policebox Museum

19th March 2025
30th April 2025
14th May 2025
plus 1 more date(s), see below for more info
10am - 2pm
Leith Walk Police Box
Croall Place, Leith Walk , Edinburgh East EH7 4LT
This is a free event
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Edinburgh, Lothian and Borders police historical society (ELBPHS) are holding four family friendly drop in events where members of the public can step inside a historic policebox, speak to retired officers about policing in the past and even try some of the equipment that would have been used by the officers.

Wednesday 19th March 10-2 with the theme of women in policing.
Wednesday 30th April 10-2 – The Special Constabulary.
Wednesday 14th May 10-2 – The Memorial Roll of Edinburgh City police.
Wednesday 18th June 10-2 – The bombing of Edinburgh and Leith during WW2.

Booking is not required. Drop in, free and suitable for all ages.

Additional Dates: 30 April 2025, 14 May 2025, 18 June 2025

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