Recovery Room

Recovery Room

Dr Neils GardenProfessional company

360 minutesThomson's Tower
Escape to the peaceful Dr Neils Garden. Situated on the banks of Duddingston Loch and view these three exhibitions being held consecutively within the historic Thomson Tower, situated in the garden, throughout August. They will comprise of artists exploring natural and man-made landscapes and the plant forms that inhabit both. Mixed-media works, ecoprints and cyanotypes exploring illness, healing, memory, renewal through plants, anatomy and archival processes, encouraging reflection on resilience, recovery and restoration. A group exhibition of drawings, paintings, handwoven tapestry and photography exploring the human condition to place, nature and recovery.

About Dr Neils Garden

Recovery Room is a free visual art exhibition presented by Dr Neils Garden, held within the historic Thomson Tower on the banks of Duddingston Loch. Three consecutive exhibitions run throughout August, featuring artists exploring natural and man-made landscapes and the plant forms that inhabit both. The work spans mixed-media, ecoprints and cyanotypes examining illness, healing, memory and renewal through plants, anatomy and archival processes. A group exhibition includes drawings, paintings, handwoven tapestry and photography exploring the human condition in relation to place, nature and recovery. Suitable for ages 8 and over, with visitors required to walk or move around during their visit.

Why see this show?

A peaceful escape to Dr Neils Garden with a sequence of exhibitions exploring healing, memory and the natural world through diverse media. Free to attend and set within a historic garden on Duddingston Loch — a restful counterpoint to the busier Fringe venues.

Event Details

Monday 3 - Monday 31 August 2026

All performances at 11:00

26 performances

360 minutes

1 performers

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026

Ticket Price

Free

Additional Information

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this event free?

Yes, Recovery Room is free to attend.

Where is the exhibition held?

The exhibition is held in Thomson's Tower, situated in Dr Neils Garden on the banks of Duddingston Loch.

What is the age guidance?

The exhibition is suitable for visitors aged 8 and over.

Do I need to walk around the space?

Yes — visitors are required to walk or move around during their visit.

What kinds of work are in the exhibition?

The exhibition includes mixed-media works, ecoprints, cyanotypes, drawings, paintings, handwoven tapestry and photography.

When do the exhibitions run?

Three exhibitions are held consecutively within the Thomson Tower throughout August.

About This Performance

Recovery Room is a exhibitions performance at Thomson's Tower during Edinburgh Festival 2026. Running for 360 minutes, this show is part of the world's largest arts festival, bringing together performers and audiences from across the globe.

Experience the magic of live performance at Edinburgh Festival. Each show offers something unique and memorable.

Venue: Thomson's Tower

Thomson's Tower is one of Edinburgh's Festival venues, hosting a variety of performances throughout August. Located in the heart of the city, the venue is accessible by public transport and within walking distance of other Festival locations.

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Booking Information

Ticket Prices: From £null

Age Guidance: 8+

Content Warnings: Audience required to walk or move around during the performance

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Part of Edinburgh Festival 2026

Edinburgh Festival transforms Scotland's capital into the world's leading cultural destination every August. With thousands of performances across hundreds of venues, the festival offers unparalleled choice for culture lovers.Recovery Room represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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