Burns Night in Edinburgh
(Last Updated On: 16th January 2020)
Before I moved to Edinburgh I had never heard of Burns Night, but I soon learnt it’s a tradition...
Greyfriar’s Bobby – the ultimate loyal companion
(Last Updated On: 6th January 2018)
If you hadn’t heard of Greyfriar’s Bobby before you visited Edinburgh, odds are pretty high that by the time you left...
The Witches of Edinburgh
(Last Updated On: 10th January 2019)
In much of Edinburgh’s centre, it’s impossible to walk more than a few steps without falling over a statue...
The Scott Monument – the history bit
(Last Updated On: 19th July 2019)
I know it’s supposed to be referred to as The Scott Monument, but its nickname – The Gothic Rocket...
Burke and Hare – the history bit
(Last Updated On: 10th February 2018)
Get yourself along to any historical tour of Edinburgh and you’re bound to hear fantastic tales of some of...
Union Canal – the history bit
(Last Updated On: 9th April 2019)
One of the things I love about Edinburgh is that the outdoors is right at your fingertips. Jump in...
Edinburgh’s Royal Mile – the history bit
(Last Updated On: 1st January 2018)
The Royal Mile in Edinburgh is the most iconic street in Scotland. If it wasn’t for the popularity of...
Dean Village
(Last Updated On: 2nd September 2019)
For a relatively small town, Edinburgh does have its fair share of hustle and bustle. Sometimes you just want...
Edinburgh Police Boxes
(Last Updated On: 21st January 2019)
If I say ‘Tardis’ what’s the first thing that pops into your head? A certain iconic doctor and his...