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Fort Kinnaird announces Easter weekend opening hours and holiday fun for families

Fort Kinnaird has confirmed its opening hours for the upcoming Easter bank holiday weekend and is inviting families to enjoy a packed programme of fun, food and entertainment!

Last Updated: 14 April 2025 12:06

Edinburgh Whisky Club joins forces with Indian Consulate to host Whisky Tasting Takeover

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS) has teamed up with the Consulate General of India in Edinburgh to offer a night of fine Indian single malt whisky tasting.

Last Updated: 11 April 2025 13:49

Bikepacking book launch comes to Edinburgh

One of mountaineering’s leading figures, Mike Raine, is launching his new book at Alpkit Edinburgh on 17th April to share his best ‘tales from the trails’.

Last Updated: 10 April 2025 12:40

Edinburgh launches new accessibility guide for the city

Forever Edinburgh has launched a brand-new Edinburgh: Accessible Highlights Guide in partnership with award-winning Edinburgh-based disabled access charity, Euan’s Guide.

Last Updated: 10 April 2025 11:48

Three performing arts organisations launch unique opportunity to support Scottish theatre sector

Capital Theatres, Aberdeen Performing Arts and Eden Court Highlands have launched a unique opportunity to support Scottish theatremakers and create accessible new work for young audiences.

Last Updated: 9 April 2025 15:12

BBC Introducing comes to TRNSMT Festival, bringing 20 rising stars

Rockstar Energy presents TRNSMT has announced the BBC Introducing Stage, previously River Stage, will showcase 20 of the most exciting emerging artists in the country.

Last Updated: 4 April 2025 9:07

Ben & Jerrys Free Cone Day Returns in Edinburgh

On 8th April, Ben & Jerry’s is throwing its annual Free Cone Day celebration at participating scoop shops in Edinburgh!

Last Updated: 3 April 2025 13:18

Morningside venue serves up eggsciting family events for Easter Sunday

A community restaurant and bar in Edinburgh’s Morningside will be staging an eggs-citing line-up of free family-friendly events this Easter Sunday (20th April).

Last Updated: 3 April 2025 12:16

Edinburgh Zoo welcomes famous new arrival, Rodney the capybara

The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) has welcomed a new resident, 11-month-old Rodney, the capybara. The male joins his new Edinburgh Zoo roommates Luna and Cali, who arrived in February.

Last Updated: 3 April 2025 12:06

Bassoonist Emily Crump will represent Edinburgh at the Scottish Young Musicians Solo Performer of the Year

Bassoonist Emily Crump was named the overall winner of the Edinburgh Scottish Young Musicians final and will represent Edinburgh at Solo Performer of the Year 2025.

Last Updated: 3 April 2025 9:48

The hoppiest time of the year at the National Trust For Scotland

The National Trust for Scotland is hopping into spring as it hosts 40 Easter egg trails at the special places in its care in April!

Last Updated: 2 April 2025 11:37

Nitten residents encouraged to dig for victory

Residents of a Midlothian village are being encouraged to roll up their sleeves and start sowing and growing ahead of the return of a historic garden competition this summer.

Last Updated: 1 April 2025 13:27

Cold Town Beer named sponsor of Neighbourgood outdoor summer food and drink market

Edinburgh craft brewer Cold Town Beer has been selected to be official sponsor of Neighbourgood, the open air artisan food and drink market that returns to the city’s Stockbridge area this summer.

Last Updated: 1 April 2025 12:38

Leith restaurant campaign is a Shore thing for Edinburgh waterfront

Some of the biggest names in Scottish hospitality have come together for the first time to showcase Edinburgh’s waterfront in Leith as Scotland’s premier dining destination.

Last Updated: 1 April 2025 12:15

Pantry opens its doors in Bruntsfield with 50 free breakfasts

Edinburgh’s iconic brunch destination, Pantry, is opening its second location in Bruntsfield and to celebrate it is offering 50 free breakfasts split between Wednesday 2nd and Thursday 3rd April.

Last Updated: 31 March 2025 13:27

Top comedian and Scottish brewer team up in search of best Scottish banter for upcoming book

Innis & Gunn joins forces with top Scottish comedian Marc Jennings to find Scotland's funniest pub stories for 'The Book of Pub Banter & Confessions'.

Last Updated: 28 March 2025 14:18

Theatre production brings Burns to life

The National Trust for Scotland and theatremaker James Clements are collaborating on the Burns Project, a new theatrical production inspired by the life and works of Robert Burns.

Last Updated: 28 March 2025 13:47

Spring into gardening: Dobbies free April workshops

Garden Centre invites gardeners to get hands-on with wildflowers and springtime celebrations.

Last Updated: 28 March 2025 10:35

JADE and Myles Smith join TRNSMT 2025 lineup

Rockstar Energy presents TRNSMT has revealed five new artists to the Glasgow Green billing, including two of the hottest UK acts right now, JADE and Myles Smith!

Last Updated: 28 March 2025 8:39

Forever Edinburgh offers mums the chance to win fantastic Mothers Day treats

Forever Edinburgh is giving Edinburgh mums (and their children) the tools to create the perfect Mother's Day through fantastic rewards and a competition with unforgettable Mother's Day presents.

Last Updated: 27 March 2025 15:03

LEGO Edinburgh Store Hosts Free Creativity Workshops

The LEGO® Edinburgh store will be participating in an upcoming event series, offering free in-store workshops designed for young creators aged 6-12.

Last Updated: 27 March 2025 14:04

UK wide award celebrates exemplary accessibility at the National Galleries of Scotland

The National Galleries of Scotland celebrates being shortlisted for the Visitor Accessibility Award 2025 at the prestigious Museum + Heritage Awards.

Last Updated: 27 March 2025 13:31

Easter Adventures at Lost Shore Surf Resort

With Easter approaching, families across the UK and abroad seek memorable ways to spend the long weekend, and Lost Shore Surf Resort offers an exciting escape.

Last Updated: 27 March 2025 13:25

Cruden Supports Midlothian Community with Donation to Mayfield and Easthouses Development Trust

Leading Scottish housebuilder, Cruden, has made a £2,000 donation to the Mayfield and Easthouses Development Trust (MAEDT) in support of community projects under its Newbyres site.

Last Updated: 27 March 2025 13:21

Rainbocorns letter hunt in Smyths Toys Stores this April!

Smyths Toys is hosting the official Rainbocorns Easter Letter Hunt giving kids the chance to hunt down the letters instore and unscramble the word to receive a FREE 8cm Rainbocorns Eggzania Baby Mania

Last Updated: 27 March 2025 11:15

Explore the Rwandan mountains during a visit to Edinburgh Zoo

A brand-new virtual reality experience has launched at Edinburgh Zoo, giving visitors the chance to explore the mountains of Rwanda and observe a family of mountain gorillas.

Last Updated: 26 March 2025 14:31

Doors to historic sites across Scotland set to open next month

More than 30 historic seasonal sites across the country will reopen to visitors from Tuesday 1st April, as Historic Environment Scotland marks the start of its spring/summer season.

Last Updated: 26 March 2025 12:58

Edinburgh STYLE returns to St James Quarter

Edinburgh STYLE returns to St James Quarter from Friday 28th - Sunday 30th March, bringing three days of fashion, beauty, and exclusive experiences to the heart of the capital.

Last Updated: 25 March 2025 14:35

Theatrical screenings take centre stage at Vue this spring

To coincide with World Theatre Day this Thursday (27 March), Vue venues in Scotland are bringing a selection of British productions to the big screen this spring.

Last Updated: 25 March 2025 13:05