Once the rules begin to be enforced on June 1 2024, you will be issued with a fine if you drive into the LEZ with a non-compliant vehicle. The initial penalty will be £60, though this will be reduced to £30 if it is paid within 14 days. Is there a charge to drive into …
The Royal Mile At one end you’ll have majestic views of Edinburgh Castle and at other end, Arthur’s Seat and The Palace of Holyroodhouse. Be quick off the mark and you may be able to see the sun rising from each! Where is the best place to watch a sunrise in Scotland? Conic Hill, Stirlingshire …
Flooding issues inside the building following storms and heavy rainfall in the Capital on Sunday only gave Wainwright more ammunition to take aim at the multi-storey property’s structure. St James Quarter in Edinburgh has been likened to the poop emoji by critics. What is the curly building in Edinburgh? Crafted from a winding steel ribbon, …
In old Catholicism churches painted the doors of the church red to represent the blood of Christ. Passing through the door would mean that you were on holy ground. Why do Edinburgh churches have red doors? To show they had made the sacrifice they should smear the lamb’s blood over the front door of their …
Edinburgh has a temperate climate, meaning it rains often and Summers are mild rather than hot. Temperatures in the Summer months of June, July and August average around 18-19C. Winters are cold with average temperatures hovering above the freezing mark in January and the weather is often damp. Does Edinburgh have good weather? Edinburgh, like …
The Princess Royal has attended one of the final rehearsals of The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo ahead of its official opening night. Does the Queen go to the Edinburgh Military Tattoo? (For those of you wondering, the Queen’s last visit to the Edinburgh Tattoo dates back to 2002, the year of her Golden Jubilee). Royal …
Do The Royal Family Attend The Edinburgh Tattoo? Read More »
Edinburgh Castle is one of the oldest fortified places in Europe. With a long rich history as a royal residence, military garrison, prison and fortress, it is alive with many exciting tales. When you climb Castle Hill, you will walk in the footsteps of soldiers, kings and queens – and even the odd pirate or …
Holyrood Park. Holyrood Park is the largest green space in Edinburgh with 650 acres. The park houses various hills, lochs, cliffs and vast green plains. How many parks does Edinburgh have? Working with Fields in Trust, The City of Edinburgh Council hopes to protect a further 20 green spaces forever – taking their total to …
The average minimum temperature (usually the minimum temperature is noted during the night) in Edinburgh in May is 6.9°C (44.42°F). The amount of rain in May is normal with an average of 50mm (2.0in). It rains on average a total of 9 days. The average maximum daytime temperature lies around 14.8°C (58.64°F). Is Edinburgh Nice …
Edinburgh, like most of Scotland, has a temperate maritime climate with cold and humid winters and mild summers. The annual average temperature is 48°F (9°C) and it rains throughout the year. Is Scotland humid in summer? In Scotland, the summers are warm and humid, the winters are very cold and snowy, and it is partly …
