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- Celebrating Burns Night at Home
Burns Night has a particular rhythm in Edinburgh. Even if youāre not heading to a supper or reciting verses to a crowded room, you feel it in the air: snippets of Scots as children recite the poems they’ve been forced to learn by rote at school, supermarket shelves quietly filling with haggis, and that familiar sense that winter… Read More »Celebrating Burns Night at Home - The Quiet Benefits of Saunas
There is something deeply reassuring about warmth in winter. Not the hurried, central-heating kind, but the slow, enveloping heat that seeps into your bones and asks nothing of you in return. In Edinburgh ā a city shaped by wind, haar, and long seasons of grey ā the growing culture of outdoor saunas feels less like a trend and… Read More »The Quiet Benefits of Saunas - A view from… January in Edinburgh
January arrives quietly, after the clatter and colour of December have packed themselves away. The city exhales. Pavements feel wider, mornings are pale and unhurried, and thereās a particular clarity to the air after frost. Edinburgh in January is stripped back and honest ā less performance, more presence. So it’s time to slowly start changing… or perhaps evolving… Read More »A view from… January in Edinburgh - Good Winter Walks for New Yearās Day in Edinburgh
New Yearās Day in Edinburgh has a very particular feel. The streets are quieter, the air is crisp, and after the excesses of Hogmanay thereās something deeply satisfying about getting outside for a proper winter walk. Whether youāre blowing away the cobwebs, walking off last nightās shortbread and whisky, or starting the year as you mean to go… Read More »Good Winter Walks for New Yearās Day in Edinburgh - 2025 Christmas Single Malt Scotch Gift Guide
The 2025 Christmas Single Malt Scotch Gift Guide Selecting a single malt is a thoughtful way to say “SlĆ inte!” – it could be to a whisky-loving friend, a cherished family member, or a deserving colleague. It’s not an easy thing to make a choice in, especially if you don’t know the person’s tipple of choice, but we’ve done… Read More »2025 Christmas Single Malt Scotch Gift Guide - Celebrating Hogmanay as a Family in Edinburgh
There is something about Hogmanay in Scotland that feels different from New Year celebrations elsewhere. It isnāt only the fireworks or the fizz – though Edinburgh does both spectacularly. Itās the sense of old traditions lingering at the edges of the day, the feeling that the year is turning not just on a calendar but somewhere deeper: in… Read More »Celebrating Hogmanay as a Family in Edinburgh - Review: The Christmas Bookshop by Jenny Colgan
Books Set in Edinburgh: A Year in Reading the City December calls for something festive, cosy, and entirely escapist, and for that, Iāve chosen Jenny Colganās The Christmas Bookshop. This charming novel is a perfect seasonal read, set against a snowy Edinburgh backdrop. It combines romance, humour, and the small pleasures of city life, creating a story that… Read More »Review: The Christmas Bookshop by Jenny Colgan - Beyond Monet and Beyond Van Gogh – open now!
Two new immersive art experiences landed in Edinburgh this month, and honestly, theyāre unlike anything Iāve seen before. Beyond Monet and Beyond Van Gogh arrived to the Royal Highland Centre on the 29 November 2025 and are on until 2 January 2026, bringing the work of two iconic artists to life in a way that feels part-gallery, part-technology… Read More »Beyond Monet and Beyond Van Gogh – open now! - Panto Season 2025: Edinburghās Best Family Shows
Looking for a festive family day out or a classic night of seasonal silliness? Panto is where Edinburghās Christmas magic comes alive for all agesāwhether youāre wrangling tiny tots, laughing with grandparents, or organising a matesā night with built-in nostalgia (and a few innuendos for good measure). From iconic city-centre productions to welcoming local venues, hereās your friendly,… Read More »Panto Season 2025: Edinburghās Best Family Shows - Christmas arrives at Holyroodhouse
Christmas arrives at Edinburghās royal residence, the Palace of Holyroodhouse From Thursday, 20 November, visitors to the Palace of Holyroodhouse will see the State Apartments decked with glistening Christmas trees, garlands, and a magnificent table display to celebrate the festive season.Ā This year marks 100 years since King George V first opened the grand State Apartments to the… Read More »Christmas arrives at Holyroodhouse - Edinburgh Winter Fest 2025: The Full Guide to Festival Magic
From twinkling markets to dazzling light trails, live music and family adventures, Edinburghās Winter Fest transforms Scotlandās capital into a wonderland that rivals anywhere in Europe. Whether youāre looking to make magical memories with little ones, enjoy a romantic evening, or dive into festive food and culture, hereās the only guide youāll need for 2025. What Is Edinburgh… Read More »Edinburgh Winter Fest 2025: The Full Guide to Festival Magic - Local Delis & Markets to Explore
If you love good food, thereās something wonderful about stepping into a tiny deli or wandering through a bustling market ā the smell of freshly baked bread, the chatter of friendly stallholders, and the promise of something delicious made close to home. Top Independent Delis in Edinburgh 1. I.J. Mellis Cheesemonger ā Stockbridge & Old Town If youāve… Read More »Local Delis & Markets to Explore - Style Meets Practicality: How to Choose VW Transporter T5 Alloy Wheels That Look Great and Fit Family Life
Car Matters: we know a lot of our readers are more curious about van life, adventure travel and beyond. VW Transporters are a popular choice for this and so we hope you find the analysis below useful and relevant. Balancing Style and Everyday Use While choosing alloy wheels for your family van, itās not just about looks. However,… Read More »Style Meets Practicality: How to Choose VW Transporter T5 Alloy Wheels That Look Great and Fit Family Life - Edinburgh’s Hidden Autumn Walks: Secret Trails for Families
Our favourite spots for an Autumn Walk As the nights draw in and the leaves turn from green to gold, thereās no better way to shake off those early November blues than with an autumn walk in Edinburgh. Everyone knows Arthurās Seat and the city centre parks, but the real magic lies in the secret corners and wooded… Read More »Edinburgh’s Hidden Autumn Walks: Secret Trails for Families
