Posts Tagged ‘leith’
Second album is already for its launch night
A Scots band who style themselves as having a ‘tropical folk pop’ sound are to launch their second album this weekend. Edinburgh-based The Micro Band combine genres to produce truly original music which appeals to many different tastes. They are best known for our fundraising events and over the last five years, have raised over…
Read MoreEdinburgh’s one of the most haunted cities in the UK
A new survey claims that Edinburgh is one of the top 10 most haunted cities in the UK. The research was carried out for Stay In Cornwall, who analysed cities across the UK on four ranking factors to determine the most haunted. They say that London is the most haunted city in the UK, while…
Read MoreGet ready for a weekend festival of beer
The Craft Beer Experience is coming to Edinburgh next month, from 15–17 November. The Edinburgh Craft Beer Experience promises to be a truly immersive beer event, taking over all three floors of the Assembly Roxy on Roxburgh Place to bring you a taste of the very best beers from Scotland, the UK and Europe.…
Read MoreSporting auction is all ready to tee off with golf items
Important items from one of the most comprehensive historical golf collections are coming to auction next week. They will go under the hammer Bonhams Sporting Sale at 22 Queen Street, Edinburgh, on Wednesday 24 October, at 10am. One of the highlights is a striking, early golfing portrait, which has an estimate of £40,000-60,000. The Portrait…
Read MoreIt’s 20 years since the Britannia opened its doors
It’s hard to believe, but 19 October this year marks the 20th anniversary of The Royal Yacht Britannia first opening its doors as a visitor attraction in Edinburgh. The former Royal residence, berthed alongside Ocean Terminal in Leith, has been building up to its double decade birthday celebrations in commanding style. As well as retaining…
Read MoreA tasty recipe if you’re hankering for herring
It’s been a long road home for Tim and Anna Dover, the husband and wife team behind The Roost restaurant in Bridge of Earn. From humble beginnings washing dishes in South Queensferry, through spells at The Witchery in Edinburgh, The Peat Inn in Fife, Daniel in New York and with Martin Wishart in Leith – to name but…
Read More10 great Scots who’ve influenced Doctor Who
Doctor Who returns to our TV screens this Sunday night, with a new actor in the lead role. And for the first time since 1986, there isn’t a high-profile Scot to be found in front of, or behind, the camera. Jodie Whittaker is the new leading actor in the series, but since 1987, when Sylvester…
Read MoreA cool, relaxed eaterie which is perfect for foodies
Darren Murray, head chef of Norn, which previously occupied this nook of Henderson Street in Leith, has reopened the space as Borough, a contemporary neighbourhood eatery with European flair. The small and larger dishes, priced roughly between the £5 and £14 mark, are elegant yet laid-back and perfect for sharing. Combining a rainbow of textures…
Read MoreBid to bring more live music to Edinburgh
A new boutique music promoter has launched a vision to help make Edinburgh one of the most exciting cities for music in the UK – and to support mental health. Edinburgh Music Lovers (EML), which launched on Saturday at Summerhall, with a debut Scottish appearance by critically acclaimed American musician Colin Stetson, has been set…
Read MoreMaking the great outdoors more accessible
Many outdoor adventure enthusiasts enjoy heading to Aviemore to challenge themselves on Scottish hills. Those who’ve forgotten those last-minute essentials, or are keen to take up exploring, will find it much easier after the Tiso Group officially opened its outdoor experience store in the highland town, within the Cairngorms National Park. Located within the new…
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