Prince to launch festival

DON'T miss your chance to see Prince Charles as he arrives in Edinburgh on Monday to promote Start in St Andrew Square - a three-day environmental festival for all the family.

The festival begins on Saturday and will include a farmers' market, cooking demonstrations, fashion display and eco-friendly workshops, while entertainment will involve local cycle stunt team The Clan.

The Start initiative was established by Prince Charles to promote a more sustainable way of living and is supported by The Mayday Network, Scottish Business in the Community and Essential Edinburgh.

The festival is free.

For more information visit www.essentialedinburgh.co.uk.