Quirky, Unusual and Alternative Things To Do in Edinburgh
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
For those who don’t enjoy the usual tourist attractions, one of the best reasons to visit Edinburgh is its charming waywardness and eccentricity. This is a city of secrets, after all. A place of dazzling architecture and dark underground passages, high art and bloody murder. Here are just a few experiences to charm, intrigue and entertain you on your next Edinburgh visit.
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Edinburgh's Coast: Quiet Strolls & Fresh Sea Air
Friday, March 01, 2024
Old Town, Edinburgh Castle, The Royal Mile, The Scott Monument, Arthur’s Seat, whisky (galore), tartan, Harry Potter. Tourism in Edinburgh is funnelled in certain directions, which is understandable, because there are very Scottish, very Edinburgh sights that need seeing.
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Things To Do With Mum This Mother's Day in Edinburgh
Thursday, January 05, 2023
What to do for Mother's Day? Mums are unsung heroes. Its's difficult to think of a way to thank them for all the time, love and nappies they've invested in you over the years. A bunch of supermarket flowers doesn't really cut it.
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Top Romantic Things To Do In Edinburgh
Thursday, January 05, 2023
Move over Venice. Push off Paris. Edinburgh is a much friendlier capital of romance to explore this Valentine’s Day. Or any day of the year, for that matter. Packed with romantic places to visit and some highly recommended activities for couples, there are few places on earth we would rather be when it comes to a romantic frisson. Here are some suitably heart-stirring activities and days out for lovers of all tastes in Edinburgh.
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A Famous & Enlightening History of Prestonfield
Tuesday, January 03, 2023
Prestonfield’s grounds, now home to highland cows and peacocks, were once known as the “Priestfield Estate”. In medieval times it was the setting for a wealthy Cistercian monastery, founded in 1150 by Henry, Earl of Huntingdon.
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What's On in Edinburgh This Autumn
Wednesday, October 19, 2022
Rough Guides have voted Edinburgh in the top 10 most beautiful cities in the world. If you’ve visited, you’ll understand how true this is. Here are some wonderful events to pique your interest in autumn.
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Your Guide to Festival Season in Edinburgh
Wednesday, June 22, 2022
Call us biased, but we think Edinburgh is an incredibly cultured, historical and creative city - a wonderful place to visit all year round. However, it is true to say that, with so much activity and talent swarming to Edinburgh during August, this is when the city really comes alive.
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Graduate in Style: Class of 2019
Sunday, May 05, 2019
Hats off to all the University students across Edinburgh heading towards graduation this year.
With six in total – University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Napier University, Heriot-Watt University, Queen Margaret University, Royal College of Surgeons and Scotland’s Rural College - Edinburgh has the second highest number of universities in the UK (joint second with its neighbour, Glasgow, and second only to London) and is also regularly named as one of the top university cities.
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Find Luxury in the Heart of University City
Friday, September 09, 2022
It’s September. A time for new adventures and fresh starts. With your children off to start a new term, take the opportunity to do things for yourself, start a new interest and see more of your friends. And what a better way to kick off this new phase of life, than making the most of dropping off or visiting your young adult at their university in Edinburgh?
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The Edinburgh Festival 2018; A Full City Stage for Fringe Theatre
Sunday, June 19, 2022
The Edinburgh Festival Fringe, where to begin… a cultural whirlwind like no other, in the best possible way.
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Class of 2023! University Graduation celebration in Edinburgh
Thursday, June 08, 2023
After a final year of hard work, it will soon be time for the graduation ceremonies and celebrations to begin at Universities across Edinburgh. For most young achievers, it will be a once in a lifetime occasion with family and friends. So why not make it an even more memorable experience with a special dinner?
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Seasonal Delights at Rhubarb Restaurant
Sunday, May 13, 2018
Have you ever wondered how Prestonfield's award-winning Restaurant got it's name?
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Festive Events & Christmas Celebrations in Edinburgh 2017
Friday, December 01, 2017
Whether you are a confirmed Christmas lover or closer to Ebenezer Scrooge, winter nights in Edinburgh can be wonderfully atmospheric. From the twinkling lights over the Old Town, to the sights, sounds and flavours of countless festive market stalls, the city is a magical place on a frosty evening. Here are just some of the best events, experiences and places to visit and shop in Edinburgh as we look forward to Christmas 2017.
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Back to University: Term Time Visits to Graduation Parties at Prestonfield
Friday, August 25, 2017
As a new academic year beckons, it is once again time to welcome new and returning students to Edinburgh’s renowned universities. Founded in 1582, the University of Edinburgh itself is an institution with a history as long and distinguished as our own, not to mention one of the oldest universities in the English-speaking world!
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Edinburgh Festivals & Events For July in 2017
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
While the Edinburgh International Festival might tend to steal the headlines, there are some fantastic other gatherings to put in your diary this July. Whether you are a lover of food or fine whisky, music or culture, here are some of the best Edinburgh events to look forward to for summer 2017.
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Must Try Edinburgh Experiences & Events
Tuesday, May 02, 2017
Here are a selection of must try activities and attractions, along with some of those special events that define the city.
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Mother's Day in Edinburgh 2017
Monday, March 06, 2017
Does your mum deserve something special this Mothering Sunday (March 26th)? Why not forget the usual gifts and treat her to something different this year? There are plenty of Mother’s Day treats and events in Edinburgh for 2017. Here are just some of the ways you could surprise her in style.
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What's On in Edinburgh
Friday, February 24, 2017
Here are some stand out highlights and diary dates for March and beyond, ideal for anyone thinking of a mini break in Edinburgh.
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Celebrating The Queen's 90th Birthday
Tuesday, June 21, 2016
Over 200 guests gathered at Prestonfield on Friday to celebrate the twin landmarks of the 90th Birthday of HM The Queen and the 40th Anniversary of The Prince's Trust.
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What's on in Edinburgh - Things to Do, See & Experience
Thursday, January 19, 2023
Quite possibly, Edinburgh is the prettiest city in UK. If not Europe. You could even argue there isn’t a prettier city to be found anywhere. It’s a matter of perception.
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