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Five fascinating historic facts about Scone Palace... the crowning place of kings

Scone Palace isn't just a beautiful day out, it's one of Scotland's most iconic historic sites, steeped in royal tradition, political intrigue and centuries of national significance.

Last Updated: 23 July 2025 15:16

Sam Ryder puts live music on tap with the Biggest Pub Gig Ever

Greene King Pubs has appointed Sam Ryder as its 'Head of Gigs' in a bid to get the UK rocking, by increasing access to live music and finding the country's best grassroots talent this summer.

Last Updated: 23 July 2025 13:18

Hide and Seek Gets a Mind Bending Makeover at Dynamic Earth

Dynamic Earth provided the backdrop today (23 July) for an unforgettable twist on the classic game of Hide and Seek delivered by visually impaired Albino mentalist Fraser Penman.

Last Updated: 23 July 2025 12:42

Capital Theatres announces autumn season at the Studio Theatre

Capital Theatres has today announced its upcoming autumn season at the Studio Theatre with a vibrant and diverse programme, shining a spotlight on emerging artists.

Last Updated: 23 July 2025 12:05

Minus 196 Takes Over St James Quarter This Weekend

Join -196 (minus one nine six) – Japan’s favourite ready-to-drink alcohol brand – as it takes over St James Quarter this weekend!

Last Updated: 23 July 2025 9:49

New bar and restaurant takes centre stage ahead of Edinburgh Festival

A new brasserie-style bar and restaurant has opened its doors on Hamilton Place in the Edinburgh neighbourhood of Stockbridge just in time for Festival season in August.

Last Updated: 22 July 2025 14:51

Flight Club Reveals its Line up of Fringe Festival Treats

Flight Club, the cocktail and Social Darts bar, has a load of great offers and live music to retreat to if you’re all Fringed out!

Last Updated: 22 July 2025 14:42

The Sweetest Berry Spots in Scotland this Summer

For those looking for something to fill their summer days, couples, kids, and everyone in between, these spots are perfect for picking Scotland’s most delicious berries.

Last Updated: 22 July 2025 11:34

OMNi Celebrates 20 years of Iconic Giraffe Sculpture with Edinburgh Zoo

Edinburgh’s OMNi Centre is marking the 20th anniversary of its beloved giraffe sculpture, Dreaming Spires, with a line-up of colourful celebrations.

Last Updated: 21 July 2025 14:59

Nishiki, A Japanese Izakaya, to open in Edinburgh this summer

A first of its kind for the city, Nishiki, a Japanese-fusion Izakaya is due to open in August, by the team behind Yamato, one of Edinburgh’s leading Japanese restaurants.

Last Updated: 21 July 2025 12:27

Common Tongue returns to Scottish stages with autumn tour

Common Tongue by Fraser Scott is to tour Scotland this autumn with a fourteen date tour in September and October.

Last Updated: 21 July 2025 11:25

Edinburgh International Film Festival announces special In Conversation event

Edinburgh International Film Festival announces special In Conversation event with Ken Loach, Paul Laverty & Rebecca O’Brien at this year's Festival.

Last Updated: 20 July 2025 12:10

New venue to open at Bristo Square ahead of Edinburgh Fringe

New joint venture by Paradise Palms, Gilded Balloon and Kelburn Garden Party will see bar and club host music, comedy, theatre and events.

Last Updated: 19 July 2025 17:24

Autumn Programme Launch at Edinburgh Open Workshop

Following a sell-out spring term, Edinburgh Open Workshop is excited to unveil its brand-new Autumn Course Programme, running from September to December 2025.

Last Updated: 19 July 2025 16:19

Edinburgh International Festival To Be First Charity on Net Zero Pathway

Edinburgh International Festival has become the first charity and the first arts organisation in the UK to achieve the British Standards Institute’s (BSI) Net Zero Pathway verification.

Last Updated: 19 July 2025 15:17

Bombay Sapphire unveils Gin & Gelato at The Dome, Edinburgh

Following the hottest June on record, Bombay Sapphire announces the coolest pairing of the summer - Gin & Gelato - launching at The Dome, Edinburgh on Friday 18th July.

Last Updated: 17 July 2025 13:24

Foodies Festival, the biggest touring celebrity food & music festival in the UK, returns to Scotland next month

The UK's biggest touring celebrity food & music festival celebrates its 20th year - announcing star-studded line-ups and exciting new features in Edinburgh and Glasgow!

Last Updated: 17 July 2025 12:46

Assembly Festival relaunches Local Residents Ticket Offer

Fringe Tickets for Just £6.50: Assembly Festival re-launches Local Residents Ticket Offer for EH, FK, G, KY, ML & DG postcodes.

Last Updated: 17 July 2025 12:07

Edinburgh charities to receive funding to help put a stop to child poverty in Scotland

Three Edinburgh based children's charities have been named among 11 Scottish organisations as partners of STV Children's Appeal's newly launched Ignite Fund.

Last Updated: 17 July 2025 10:38

Duck & Waffle Edinburgh launches exclusive Veuve Clicquot summer terrace

This summer, Duck & Waffle Edinburgh turns up the heat with the launch of its brand-new Summer Terrace in partnership with Veuve Clicquot.

Last Updated: 16 July 2025 12:14

Edinburgh restaurant makes UK top 100 debut

An Edinburgh restaurant has earned its place on The Good Food Guide's UK-wide list of ‘100 Best Local Restaurants 2025’, just five months after its launch.

Last Updated: 16 July 2025 10:43

Forth Awards open nominations for local heroes across Edinburgh, Fife and Falkirk

The Forth Awards, presented by Livingston Designer Outlet, has opened nominations for its local hero awards, aiming to celebrate the very best of Edinburgh, the Lothians, Fife and Falkirk.

Last Updated: 16 July 2025 9:57

Grow Your Own flowers, fruits, and veg at Dobbies Garden Centres

Dobbies Garden Centres is hosting a free Grow Your Own workshop this August, where attendees will learn top tips for growing fruit, vegetables and flowers at home.

Last Updated: 15 July 2025 15:18

Gnoss release stirring new single Emily ahead of international festival run

Acclaimed Scottish folk four-piece Gnoss are back with a brand-new single ‘Emily’ set for release on Friday 25th July!

Last Updated: 14 July 2025 14:34

Gilded Balloon launches Postcode Pals

Gilded Balloon launches a rewards scheme with £6 tickets now available for local residents for some of the Fringe's biggest shows - including Rosie O'Donnell, Jack Docherty, Kim Blythe and more!

Last Updated: 14 July 2025 13:59

Summer savers tickets at the Edinburgh Playhouse

ATG Entertainment launches their Summer Saver campaign with discounted tickets to over 100 shows including several at the Edinburgh Playhouse!

Last Updated: 14 July 2025 11:41

Sheila Fleet Jewellery celebrates grand opening of new Edinburgh retail premises on Hanover Street

Sheila Fleet is thrilled to announce the opening of her contemporary two-storey jewellery shop at 4 Hanover Street, just off Princes Street.

Last Updated: 12 July 2025 16:28

Calling artists and makers!

Leith Makers is excited to invite you to be a part of their upcoming collaborative exhibition: Leith Connections, running from 6th - 31st August.

Last Updated: 12 July 2025 16:06

Dinosaur Day at Dobbies

Children attending Dobbies Little Seedlings Club will get the chance to travel back hundreds of millions of years to learn about prehistoric plants and talk about their favourite dinosaurs!

Last Updated: 11 July 2025 13:34

Manran to headline as Innis & Gunn bring the best of Scotland to the Mound for Fringe 2025

Scottish trad supergroup Mànran will headline a one-off live show on the Mound this month, as part of the return of Innis & Gunn's popular Edinburgh Festival Fringe takeover.

Last Updated: 11 July 2025 12:53