CHAMPIONS OF THE QUAICH

I’m so honoured and inspired to be part of this exciting project to make West Princes Street Gardens world class and accessible

to all members of the community. Edinburgh, as Scotland’s capital, deserves to have a space that makes a statement about the city’s status as a welcoming, diverse, historic and forward-thinking destination for all to enjoy. The Quaich Project’s ambition is to create a space that says something about us as a nation – a place we can all be proud of.

West Princes Street Gardens has a wonderful history of individuals who have been inspired by the natural beauty of the gardens and its iconic location under Castle Rock. We now have an opportunity to make West Princes Street Gardens a truly inspiring cultural and recreational space.

By becoming a Champion of the Quaich you will be joining us in writing the next chapter of West Princes Street Gardens’ history – The Quaich Project – a space for all in the heart of Edinburgh.’

WELCOME

JULES HASTON DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT

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THE QUAICH PROJECT

The Quaich Project is a partnership between the Ross Development Trust and the City of Edinburgh Council,

representing the next evolutionary chapter in the story of one of Scotland’s most famous landmark locations: West Princes Street Gardens.

Referencing the area’s importance as the previous site of the man-made Nor’ Loch, The Quaich Project takes its name from a traditional Highland ‘sharing cup’. Typically a shallow, two-handled cup crafted from wood or metal, quaichs are often treasured, personal items – proudly gifted from one generation to the next – and used to celebrate special occasions together.

The Quaich Project is one of Europe’s most significant green space developments and will see the gardens emerge as one of the most acclaimed city gardens in the world on par with projects such as New York’s High Line and Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay.

Our vision is to reimagine the gardens as a space for all to celebrate and enjoy in new ways. It will have dynamic architectural designs and world-class facilities, whilst always remaining respectful to the people, wildlife, landscape and heritage of Scotland’s capital.

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MAKING OUR VISION A REALITY

Nestled under the iconic Castle Rock, the gardens have undergone many changes and evolved over the years. There is a

great legacy of individuals who were prepared to galvanise support and commit to enhancing the features of this very special place.

Efforts to make the gardens truly magnificent and world-class have already begun. The Ross Fountain was the first restoration completed within The Quaich Project and was chosen for its unique reflection on Scottish heritage. Having been without water for several years, the

Fountain was carefully restored in 2018 thanks to funding from Edinburgh World Heritage, The Springford Family Trust, and a number of other private individuals.

But we have an enormous task ahead. To be successful we will need the active support and financial investment from individuals who share our passion and vision to make this an internationally recognised space for all in the heart of Edinburgh.

We need to raise £25 million to make this happen.

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THE PAVILION

The new Pavilion will be a stunning and contemporary replacement of the Ross Bandstand, a space in the heart of

Edinburgh that can truly inspire, engage and entertain the city. The new Pavilion will create a multi-functional space for community activities throughout the year.

The Pavilion can accommodate a number of larger celebrations that are very much a part of Edinburgh’s cultural fabric. Edinburgh’s Hogmanay and the Edinburgh International Festival’s closing fireworks concert are signature events that will continue to be part of West Princes Street Gardens but the improved infrastructure will mean minimal disruption to users of the gardens during their delivery.

A SPACE FOR ALL

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The Welcome Centre will provide excellent access to the gardens from Princes Street. Accessibility is a key feature of The Quaich

Project to ensure that everybody can easily use and enjoy the space.

Space inside the Welcome Centre will be flexible to provide a community facility alongside a catering outlet, toilets and exhibition space. Looking out over the Amphitheatre and Pavilion, the Welcome Centre will also provide stunning view points up to the Castle and Old Town.

THE WELCOME CENTRE

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The Family Area will define the area of land west of the Ross Fountain, stretching between the existing children’s playpark

and the gates of St. Cuthbert’s Church. The Family Area will provide a unique and inspiring urban space for all ages that Edinburgh can be proud of.

Providing a fantastic view of Castle Rock and the Ross Fountain, the Family Area provides flexible opportunities for a wide variety of activities including play, performance, and relaxation.

This prime city centre location will be a space where friendships will be formed and memories made by the local community and visitors alike.

THE FAMILY AREA

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AMPHITHEATRE

With the glazed façade open to the gardens, the Pavilion will serve as a stage for outdoor performances

with a community focus.

Set within the heart of West Princes Street Gardens, the Amphitheatre will allow audiences to experience a range of performances whilst enjoying Edinburgh’s outdoor landscape and landmarks. The Amphitheatre will have the capacity to seat 2,000 and is designed to offer good lines of sight for seated and standing audiences, with landscaping that allows visitors to continue enjoying the green space and garden setting.

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BECOME A CHAMPION OF THE QUAICH

West Princes Street Gardens is a much-loved part of the city in terms of its history, its nature and

its location. By becoming a Champion of the Quaich you will play your part in the gardens’ future and join a valued family of supporters in this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. The legacy of your support will be a breathtaking, revitalised gardens that will provide joy and benefit for generations to come.

There are four Champion of the Quaich membership levels you can choose to join: Pewter, Silver, Golden and Platinum. Along with all our regular supporter communication benefits, as a Champion of the Quaich you will be offered behind-the-scenes tours, invitations to

intimate dinners at the Cottage and prestigious naming and recognition opportunities in the new Welcome Centre and Pavilion.

There are also opportunities to become a Global Champion of the Quaich with a range of exciting experiences, events and recognition opportunities for international supporters.

To arrange a meeting to discuss how you can support us, please contact:

Jules Haston Director of Development 07545 077092jules@thequaichproject.org

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CHAMPION OF THE QUAICH MEMBERSHIP

PEWTER

£20,000

SILVER

£50,000

GOLDEN

£125,000

PLATINUM

£250,000

Invitations to the annual Quaich Project Victorian-themed Summer Garden Party

Prestigious recognition and naming opportunities on wall of foyer of Welcome Centre

Invitation to dinners in the spectacular dining room of the Cottage

Opportunity to be a guest of honour at a VIP event hosted by the Quaich Project

Opportunity to meet our ‘Quaich Bearers’, globally recognised Scots who act as ambassadors for The Quaich Project

Invitation to Edinburgh Festival Fireworks including pre-performance cocktails in the Cottage

Access to the Cottage to host an intimate dinner for six guests

Be a guest of honour at our annual Edinburgh Castle Royal Gallery reception hosted by the Lord Provost

This list is not-exhaustive and there will be more opportunities as the Project progresses.

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I ’D L IKE TO BECOME A CHAMPION OF THE QUAICH

The Quaich Project is managed by The Ross Development Trust, a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation registered as a Charity in Scotland No.SC046873 whose registered office is 32 Hailes Avenue, Edinburgh EH13 0LZ

By signing below, I am committing to the following donation/pledge to The Quaich Project:

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Pewter from £20,000 Silver from £50,000 Gold from £150,000 Platinum from £250,000

Please complete your preferred payment option:

A. I will pay the entire pledge on or before (please send me an invoice two weeks prior).

B. I would like to pay by instalments. Please contact Jules Haston at jules@thequaichproject.org to discuss payment options and your Gift Agreement

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Thank you for joining us and being part of our vision!

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qualifying donations. This additional money helps to make a real difference, so please use Gift Aid if possible.

I would like The Ross Development Trust to treat all donations I have made today and for the 4 years prior to this tax year, and any

future donations, as Gift Aid donations. I confirm that I am a UK taxpayer, resident in the UK for tax purposes and that I will notify The

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least equal to the amount of tax that all the charities or Community Amateur Sports Clubs (CASCs) that you donate to will reclaim

on your gifts for that tax year. Other taxes such as VAT and Council Tax do not qualify. The Ross Development Trust will reclaim

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HM Revenue and Customs to adjust your tax code.

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The Quaich Project is managed by The Ross Development Trust, a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation registered as a Charity in Scotland No.SC046873 whose registered office is 32 Hailes Avenue, Edinburgh EH13 0LZ.

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