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…

One of the things we love so much about Edinburgh is all of the city’s different areas and how each one has its own identity and unique feel. No matter where you are in the city, there are certain characteristics that make each place feel special, which is one of…

Roughly a mile to the south of the Old Town, you’ll come across the residential area Marchmont. The name derives from the wife of Sir George Warrender who was the daughter of Hume Campbell of Marchmont. The whole area was developed as a planned middle-class tenements suburb by Sir George…

Edinburgh is a beautiful city, but grey and drizzly days aren’t a rare occurrence. However, bad weather needn’t dampen your spirits. In fact, it’s the perfect chance to make the most of the capital’s many free museums, spend a day exploring Edinburgh’s National Art Galleries or enjoy a leisurely stroll…

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 you know which are…