What The Dickins: Great Things to Do in Edinburgh

As temperatures drop below zero and icy north winds invade the Capital, it’s evident winter is well and truly here. To combat the “dreich” (a Scottish word for wet, cold or gloomy) weather, Visit Scotland have coined the term “Còsagach” to encompass being snug, sheltered, and warm and to encourage…

With Edinburgh being renowned for its ghostly sightings and regarded as one of the most haunted cities in the world, it’s hard to imagine a better city to spend Halloween!  We thought it would be interesting to take a look at some of the most haunted locations in the historical Old Town.…

There’s no hiding the fact that we simply love Edinburgh and feel incredibly lucky to live in Scotland’s Capital. Every season has its merits, but our personal favourite is most definitely, Autumn. With the city bathed in warm light, the trees mixed shades of auburn and green and the cobbled…

One thing is for sure: there is no shortage of cosy pubs and bars in Auld Reekie. They’re everywhere; hidden away down quiet alleyways, found deep beneath the streets in charming Old Town cellars or perched on the corner of a bustling street. But how to know which are the…

Bookshops are alive and well in Edinburgh. Both new and secondhand independent bookshops have long been an integral part of the city and it’s great to see them thriving in the digital age! To help you navigate around the city’s best and most-loved bookshops, we have put together a guide…