Edinburgh Castle

447 Gilmerton Road, Edinburgh

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The Stone of Destiny has returned to Edinburgh Castle following its journey south for the coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla. Picture: PA

Stone of Destiny returns to Scotland in secret operation

Sunroom with sliding doors accesses the garden

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Portobello Beach is a beautiful seaside suburb with two miles worth of sandy beaches to explore. Located only a few miles from the city centre of Edinburgh, the location is affectionately referred to as ‘Porty’ by locals and it offers some incredible views overlooking the Forth. With the right weather it is perfect for a swimming or sunbathing session.

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Alex Salmond said there should have been a “ring of policemen around Edinburgh Castle”

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More than 220,000 people normally attend the Tattoo each year. Picture: Ian Georgeson

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The Stone of Destiny, which is also known as the Stone of Scone, is carried out of the Great Hall in Edinburgh Castle before onward transportation to be placed beneath the Coronation Chair at Westminster Abbey for the coronation of King Charles III. The stone is returning to England for the first time since 1996

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Edinburgh's festival fireworks finale was first staged in 1982. Picture: Andrew O'Brien

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Edinburgh's Princes Street has changed over the years.

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Cybermen at the entrance to the National Museum Of Scotland at a preview for the Doctor Who Worlds of Wonder exhibition at National Museum of Scotland in December. Picture: Andrew Milligan/PA Wire

National Museum crowned Scotland’s most popular attraction

A series of living history events have been announced at some of Scotland’s most iconic historic attractions as Historic Environment Scotland (HES) launches its 2023 summer events programme.

Historic Environment Scotland announces summer events programme

Ukrainian soldiers help an elderly woman to cross a destroyed bridge as she evacuates the city of Irpin, northwest of Kyiv, on March 7, 2022. (Photo by Dimitar DILKOFF / AFP) (Photo by DIMITAR DILKOFF/AFP via Getty Images)

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Edinburgh shopkeeper Agnes Finnie was strangled and burned in 1645 as after being held in the Tolbooth for nine months following her arrest. PIC: CC.

The bad-tempered Edinburgh shopkeeper executed for witchcraft

Here are 10 alternative tourist attractions you should visit in 2023.

Here are 10 of the best alternative Scottish locations to visit in 2023

Sir Rod Stewart has confirmed an open-air show at Edinburgh Castle esplanade in July. Picture: Jack Geddes

Sir Rod Stewart confirms Edinburgh Castle gig as part of UK summer tour

Rod Stewart has announced a Scottish gig as part of his current world tour.

Everything you need to know about Rod Stewart's Edinburgh Castle concert

Rod Stewart has announced a Scottish gig as part of his current world tour.

Everything you need to know about Rod Stewart's Edinburgh Castle concert

The Who will be playing two gigs at Edinburgh Castle in July.

The Who confirm Edinburgh Castle gigs more than 40 years after last city shows

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We’ve trawled through the photo archives to show you some of the city’s lesser-known castles.

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Fireworks exploded over Edinburgh Castle as the city's Hogmanay festival returned. Picture: Andrew Milligan/PA Wire

Thousands flood into Edinburgh as Pet Shop Boys light up Hogmanay festival

Edinburgh Castle lit up green for NSPCC.

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Lord Provost Robert Aldridge and First Minister Nicola Sturgeon led tributes to the fallen outside the City Chambers on Edinburgh's Royal Mile.

Packed Royal Mile falls silent as Edinburgh pays tribute to the fallen

A weather warning has been issued from the Met Office

Weather warning issued for Edinburgh

The Lumineers will perform at the Castle Esplanade next summer as part of the 2023 Castle Concert series

The Lumineers to perform at the Castle

Edinburgh's Hogmanay festival is set to return for the first time in three years. Picture: Keith Valentine

Pet Shop Boys to headline Edinburgh's Hogmanay celebrations

Picture: Ryan Johnston

Edinburgh Castle: No rockfall incidents for four years despite safety fears

Rachael Hamilton MSP had criticised Heritage Environment Scotland over claims it had banned non-inclusive language

Heritage chiefs dismiss claims of language 'ban'

The hearse carrying the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II travels along the Royal Mile in Edinburgh to the Palace of Holyroodhouse as it completes it journey from Balmoral. Picture date: Sunday September 11, 2022.

Crown of Scotland to be placed on Queen’s coffin while it lies in rest

The Union flag flies at half mast over Edinburgh Castle (Photo: Andrew Milligan/PA Wire)

Edinburgh attractions to close after Queen's death

Crowds gathered in Edinburgh for a 96-round gun salute in tribute to the late queen
Pic: Lisa Ferguson

The passing of the Queen was marked by gun salutes across the world

A dress rehearsal of the show Macro, ahead of the opening night of the Edinburgh International Festival at Murrayfield stadium (Picture: Andrew Perry)

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Festival fireworks open the 18th Edinburgh International Festival of Music and Drama in 1964.

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There will be no fireworks to end the Festival this year

Edinburgh Festival fireworks display will not take place this year

Edinburgh International Festival director Fergus Linehan is overseeing his final event. Picture: Lisa Ferguson

Outgoing festival director calls for long-term funding pledge to secure future

As its name suggests, Cannonball is withinin firing distance of Edinburgh Castle. It sits at the top of the Royal Mile in Castlehill and is run by the Contini family business.

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Members of the US Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team perform on the esplanade of Edinburgh Castle at this year's Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Picture: Jane Barlow/PA Wire

Rap, Rocky Horror and Robbie Williams anthems brought in for Tattoo revamp

Festival fireworks open the 18th Edinburgh International Festival of Music and Drama in August 1964.

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A view of children performing their dance routines at the opening ceremony of the Edinburgh Commonwealth Games 1986, at Meadowbank stadium.

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Sharleen Spiteri delivers big songs with youthful energy

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The full townhouse in stunning and historic Moray Place is Edinburgh's most expensive home currently on the market
Pic: Angus Behm

Historic Moray Place townhouse is Edinburgh's most expensive property

A drone image captures fully the stunning Moray Place Grade-A listed buildings
Pic: Knight Frank

Historic Moray Place townhouse is Edinburgh's most expensive property

The Queen, often said to be at her happiest in Scotland, was beaming when she attended armed forces act of loyalty parade in the gardens of the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Pic: Jane Barlow

Queen greets members of the armed forces at parade in Edinburgh

Lamplighters, named for the Robert Louis Stevenson poem, where members can enjoy drinks, meals and views of the Edinburgh skyline

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Crowds at this year’s Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are set to be taken on a thrilling Scottish musical journey by The Highland Divas. Photo: The Highland Divas

Highland Divas to perform at Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

The head of the UK’s armed forces says Russia has already “strategically lost” the war in Ukraine and is now a “more diminished power”.

Russia has ‘strategically lost’ war in Ukraine

Edinburgh's world famous floral clock in bloom for the Queen's platinum jubilee

Picnic planned beneath Edinburgh Castle to celebrate the platinum jubilee

A Platinum Jubilee beacon is lit by Lord Provost Robert Aldridge and Commander of Edinburgh Garrison Lieutenant Colonel Lorne Campbell at Edinburgh Castle

Beacon lit at Edinburgh Castle for Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

Caerlaverock Castle is one of a host of Historic Environment Scotland properties currently closed to visitors.

Historic Environment Scotland cuts leave nation’s built heritage in jeopardy

A refugee reception center at the Ukrainian-Polish border crossing in Korczowa. The refugee crisis is just one of the issues the new thinktank will consider

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Green ambitions: The solar panels at Edinburgh Castle
Pic: HES

Solar panels installed at Edinburgh Castle

The C2Cycling team has completed a gruelling 600km bike ride from Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh Castle in just five days and already raised a whopping £58,000 for two good causes.

Team of cyclists complete Cardiff to Edinburgh ride to raise money for charities

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