Hidden passage reveals Edinburgh's historic Libberton's Wynd behind library door
bbc.com — December 1, 2024, 12:03 AM UTC
A hidden passage called The Void has been discovered behind a door in the National Library of Scotland. This corridor, part of the demolished Libberton's Wynd, offers a glimpse into Edinburgh's past before the street was removed for George IV Bridge in the 1830s. Library officials found The Void in the 1990s while exploring a wall. The passage contains remnants of old furniture and storage chambers, with some areas now used for the library's sprinkler system. The entrance has been widened for better access. Libberton's Wynd, known for its taverns and merchants, was a busy street until its demolition. The area now features the library and bridge, with parts of the original foundations still visible in The Void.