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Alba demand Stone of Destiny is returned to Scotland 'immediately'

Alba have said the Stone should be returned now and called for it to embark on a National Tour of Scotland

The National (Scotland)

King Charles III is crowned to applause in Edinburgh as gun salute rings out from castle

Edinburgh Castle fired off a 21-gun salute as the King was crowned with St Edward's Crown in Westminster Abbey at around noon.

Daily Record

Edinburgh protestor bites officer during attempt to 'seize' Castle under 800-year-old law

Richard Bale was amongst other protestors when he attempted to seize Edinburgh Castle citing Magna Carta powers when he attacked the capital police officer at the historic landmark.

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Yousaf dismisses Salmond’s Stone of Destiny ‘standoff’ plan

The First Minister oversaw a ceremony last week which saw the ancient artefact removed from Edinburgh Castle for use in the King’s coronation.

The Independent UK

Charles will be 'last King of Scots' says Alex Salmond and independent nation 'will have elected head of state'

Alex Salmond said he would have stopped the Stone of Destiny going to London if he was still First Minister in an interview with Andrew Marr.

Daily Record

Stone of Destiny arrives in London for the King's Coronation this weekend

The Scone sandstone relic left Edinburgh Castle for the first time since 1996 and will be placed beneath the Coronation Chair at Westminster Abbey

Daily Record

What is the Stone of Destiny and why does King Charles III need it in London for his coronation?

An ancient and controversial block of stone has made the journey from Edinburgh Castle to London for the coronation of King Charles III.

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Stone of Destiny leaves Scotland for the first time in over 25 years for coronation

The ancient symbol of Scotland’s monarchy was at the center of a ceremonial procession as it left Edinburgh Castle’s Great Hall for its…

The National (Scotland)

Historic Stone of Scone moved to London for King Charles' coronation

The historic Stone of Scone, the ancient coronation stone upon which monarchs in Britain have been crowned for centuries, has left Scotland for London under tight security ahead of next week's coronation of King Charles III, officials said on Friday.

Reuters

Stone of Destiny heads to London for coronation after leaving Edinburgh Castle

The stone is returning to England for the first time in more than a quarter of a century, where it will play a key part in the coronation.

The Independent UK

King Charles to be presented with Honours of Scotland in Edinburgh after coronation

The Honours of Scotland are the oldest crown jewels in Britain and are on display in the Crown Room at Edinburgh Castle. Following his coronation, the King will arrive in Edinburgh

Edinburgh Live

King to be presented with Honours of Scotland at service in Edinburgh

The Honours, which are usually on display in the Crown Room at Edinburgh Castle, are the oldest crown jewels in Britain.

The Independent UK

Rod Stewart admits it is 'the end of an era' as he prepares for big Edinburgh shows

The Celtic-daft singer says he can't wait for his Edinburgh Castle gigs in July.

Daily Record

Edinburgh Castle hits back at tourist's savage review calling it 'atrocious'

After a Tripadvisor reviewer questioned whether Edinburgh Castle was "the antithesis of a castle" and criticised it for being "dim", the people behind the historic monument hit back

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Edinburgh Castle hits back at tourist who branded it 'appalling' and 'atrocious'

Bosses of the attraction have responded to the individual who slated the site as "atrocious" and "not a real castle" in a scathing one-star review on the online platform.

Daily Record

Edinburgh Castle hits back after tourist brands attraction 'appalling' and 'atrocious'

A tourist who visited Edinburgh Castle earlier this year had less than positive things to say about the iconic attraction in a one-star review left on TripAdvisor.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh YouTuber gives eight random facts about the city to ‘impress your mates’

An Edinburgh YouTuber who regularly uploads videos taken around the city has provided eight ‘random’ facts about the capital - from elephants in the castle to giant electric blankets.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh property: Flat with unbelievable castle views hits the market

The flat has breathtaking views over the iconic Grassmarket and also overlooks Edinburgh Castle. There is a lot of living room for an Old Town one-bed flat in this location.

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Ukraine's national anthem plays at Edinburgh Castle to mark year of war

UKRAINE'S national anthem echoed around the walls of the national war memorial at the top of Edinburgh Castle as a service took place to mark the…

The Independent UK

National anthem of Ukraine rings out from Edinburgh Castle to mark year of war

People across Scotland fell silent to show solidarity with the people of Ukraine.

Daily Record

Rod Stewart adds on extra date for Edinburgh Castle gig due to incredible demand

The rocker has added an extra date for the Edinburgh Castle gig.

Edinburgh Live

Rod Stewart adds extra Edinburgh Castle date due to phenomenal ticket demand

The largely-loved rock singer is returning to Edinburgh this summer with his Global Hits tour, ending the highly-anticipated tour in his beloved second home of Scotland.

Daily Record

Full list of UFO sightings in Scotland over past year as reports rise to 52

Sightings include a bright white orb spotted hovering above Edinburgh Castle, and an object "like a plane with no wings" flying high up with no vapour trail.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh Castle visitors hit out at 'video featuring Prince Andrew'

Historic Environment Scotland have revealed visitors biggest issues with Edinburgh Castle, after 28 pages of complaints were lodged in the past year - and they include 'boring' audiobooks and a video featuring Prince Andrew.

Daily Record

The nine top locations in Scotland to propose marriage in a beautiful setting

The best places in Scotland to propose to your partner have been named, including spots such as Edinburgh Castle, Loch Lomond, and the Glasgow Botanical Gardens.

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