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Have Yourself a Marine Christmas at Dynamic Earth

By at December 20, 2022 | 2:18 am | 0 Comment

Dynamic Earth is offering families some great activities to keep the kids amused over the Christmas holidays, with the launch of its festive activity programme. Running from 21 December – 4 January, visitors to the science attraction can dive in and discover Scotland's incredible marine habitats, while learning about Deep Sea Discovery. From 10am each day between

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Phil Cunningham’s Christmas Songbook

By at December 6, 2021 | 7:07 pm | 0 Comment

Following the huge success and popularity of Phil Cunningham’s Christmas Songbook over the last 15 years, the show will be returning to The Queen’s Hall, Edinburgh on Monday 20th December and Tuesday 21st December – bringing festive musical cheer that will warm hearts and get toes tapping. Phil and a selection of Scotland’s finest folk musicians will hit the

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Contini Edinburgh launches ‘Contini At Home’ UK-wide

By at November 10, 2020 | 9:02 am | 0 Comment

For the first time, Edinburgh’s ‘Contini At Home’ food and drink delivery service is now available UK-wide, including special Christmas and Hogmanay menus, Contini Christmas hamper and Contini Panettone. As third generation Italian Scots and leading restaurateurs, Victor and Carina Contini continue to champion independent family businesses in Scotland, bringing the

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Get Into The Festive ‘Spirit’ This Christmas

By at November 24, 2019 | 9:02 am | 0 Comment

Grab a ticket to the Edinburgh Corn Exchange’s award-winning 'Big Big Gin Festival'  December is just around the corner so there’s no better time to get into the festive ‘spirit’ – gin, that is! If you’re searching for the perfect Christmas present, why not give someone a ‘Big Big’ surprise this year by snapping up tickets to the Edinburgh Corn

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Dundas Castle Has Christmas 2019 All Wrapped Up

By at September 15, 2019 | 9:02 am | 0 Comment

Five star exclusive use venue Dundas Castle has created an inspiring festive lunch package for the ultimate Christmas fine-dining treat. Only a short drive from Edinburgh city centre and yet set in the heart of the beautiful Dundas Estate, the Castle is ideal for an extra-indulgent festive themed company team lunch for 12 to 60 people. With exclusive use of Dundas

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Top five reasons your company needs a Christmas party

By at June 9, 2019 | 9:02 am | 0 Comment

…and why you should book your Big Big Christmas Party Night now! It’s June, summer is here, and the sun is streaming through your office windows. So what better time to start thinking about your office Christmas party?! It’s not as crazy as it sounds. In fact, those with any business sense know it pays to plan ahead. Because nothing motivates a team quite

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Stir of Wonder with Christmas Cooking Courses

By at October 23, 2018 | 3:29 am | 0 Comment

Stir of Wonder with Christmas courses at Edinburgh New Town Cookery School Edinburgh New Town Cookery School (ENTCS) has launched its always popular 2018 Christmas courses.  Whether it’s to get tips for festive entertaining or to learn a new skill, the range is ideal for cooking up a merry little Christmas.  This year’s December courses include everything from a

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Great Ideas for Christmas in Edinburgh

By at December 12, 2017 | 12:31 pm | 0 Comment

(CC BY-SA 2.0) by caitriana Due to the worldwide fame of the Hogmanay celebrations, Edinburgh and other parts of Scotland are already a hugely popular destination for New Year’s Eve. What you might not already know, however, is that Edinburgh is one of the best places in the UK to spend the Christmas season as well. This is Edinburgh’s first Christmas

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There’s lots of things to do in Edinburgh this Christmas!

By at November 27, 2016 | 9:01 am | 0 Comment

As usual, there are many great attractions and things to do in Edinburgh this Christmas. If you ever find yourself in Edinburgh at this time of year, be sure to check out the ice-skating rink in St. Andrews Square or, if you are walking along Princes Street Gardens, the Edinburgh Christmas markets.  The Gardens remain the key feature for many families. If you

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Magic Festival Announce First Festive Show

By at October 13, 2016 | 2:47 am | 0 Comment

Edinburgh to Become the World’s Most Magical City this Christmas as The Edinburgh International Magic Festival Announce First Festive Show Edinburgh is already known as a capital of magic for its connections to Harry Potter, host of the UK’s biggest magic festival, and its enchanting beauty, but this Christmas Edinburgh will become the world’s most magical city

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