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Edinburgh Game of Thrones fans to get chance to sit atop the Iron Throne

The Iron Throne will be coming to Calton Hill at the end of August as part of a UK wide tour that is promoting the prequel to Game of Thrones, the House of the Dragon.

Edinburgh Live · Aug 3, 2022

Firefighters battle for hours to put out blaze at Edinburgh landmark

A major wildfire at an Edinburgh city centre landmark has been extinguished.

The National (Scotland) · Jun 27, 2022

Firefighters tackle blaze at landmark Calton Hill

The alarm was raised on Sunday afternoon.

The Independent UK · Jun 26, 2022

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Firefighters tackle blaze on Edinburgh’s Calton Hill

Four fire engines are in attendance at the blaze that has broken out by the historic Royal High School building

The Guardian - UK · Jun 26, 2022

Edinburgh men carry Queen's baton around city ahead of 2022 Commonwealth Games

Minister for public health and sport, Maree Todd MSP, was also part of the procession, and she received the baton from McMahon on the last leg of its journey around Calton Hill.

Edinburgh Live · Jun 22, 2022

Edinburgh's Arthur's Seat and Calton Hill hailed as top sunset-watching spots

The iconic city landmarks in Edinburgh came fourth and fifth on the list of the top 10 sunset locations in the UK, with the London Eye, The Shard and Sky Garden beating them only slightly.

Edinburgh Live · Jun 15, 2022

Edinburgh asylum seeker banned from Calton Hill for 10 years and jailed

Sufian Al Zaki tried to rape his victim after leading him to a wooded area at Edinburgh's Calton Hill and taking off his glasses, before pushing him to the ground during the assault.

Edinburgh Live · May 25, 2022

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Edinburgh couple filmed enjoying impromptu dance in the sun at popular beauty spot

The video, posted on TikTok by a passer-by, shows the duo waltzing and twirling back and forth on the grass at the top of Calton Hill without a care in the world

Edinburgh Live · May 12, 2022

Best boutique hotels in Edinburgh: Where to stay for romance and Old Town views

Discover the top boutique hotels in Edinburgh, from maximalist interiors to cosy Scottish stays

The Independent UK · May 4, 2022

Edinburgh's Calton Hill to get listening bench from Ricky Gervais' show After Life

With only 25 benches being placed across the UK, Calton Hill will soon offer more than just a beautiful view, with people being able to speak to friends or family about their thoughts and feelings

Edinburgh Live · Jan 20, 2022

Edinburgh Royal High School to become Hidden Door host with striking bar terrace

The iconic Calton Hill building is finally set to be restored to its educational past with the development of the St Mary's Music School but will first host a unique summer programme of cultural events

Edinburgh Live · Jan 17, 2022

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