What The Dickins: Family-Friendly

Travelling with children can be rather stressful so we’re here to ensure your stay in Edinburgh is as hassle-free and enjoyable as possible! Our Managing Director Louise Dickins is the mum of two fantastic young boys so we understand what family accommodation in Edinburgh needs to be. Our family-friendly homes…

If you’ve ever been around a toddler you might’ve noticed that they’re usually not very good at sitting still – especially not in a cafe or restaurant environment! Luckily there are plenty of places here in Edinburgh where you can grab some food or coffee and cake without your little…

Edinburgh is unlike any other city you’ll visit. Despite being an urban area, the natural features have been embraced to enhance the experience of living here. This means that without leaving the city, you can feel like you are on a countryside ramble. You could expect nothing less from a…

You’d think that with all the festivals, restaurants and museums Edinburgh there was almost too much to do in this fantastic city. However, if there is one thing you really need add to you’re itinerary – visit Edinburgh Zoo! We promise, if you visit Edinburgh Zoo, you’ll never forget this experience.…

Welcome to our new blog What The Dickins: A Tale of Edinburgh City. We are ridiculously excited about it. Why? Because there are so many amazing things to do in Edinburgh and we now have a place where we can share them with you! Essentially, it’s going to be a…