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The Latest Breaking News from Holyrood Park

Multi-agency response launched to investigate cause of Arthur's Seat fire

An investigation has been launched to establish the cause of a large grass fire which broke out near Arthur's Seat in Edinburgh on Monday ...

The National (Scotland) · May 26

Is Arthur's Seat still on fire? Everything you need to know about Edinburgh blaze

Firefighters have tackled a number of blazes on Arthur's Seat in Edinburgh following a period of hot weather ...

The National (Scotland) · May 26

Smoke seen over Edinburgh as grass fire breaks out near historic natural landmark

A large grass fire has broken out in Holyrood Park near Arthur’s Seat in Edinburgh

The National (Scotland) · May 25

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Arthur's Seat Fire Update: Are Firefighters Still Battling The Blaze? Here's Which Sites Are In Danger

Firefighters continue battling the Arthur's Seat blaze as closures and restrictions protect nearby sites during Edinburgh's peak festival season.

International Business Times UK · Aug 11, 2025

Fire crews tackle blaze at Edinburgh landmark hill Arthur’s Seat

The fire was reported at about 4.05pm on Sunday, according to the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service.

Evening Standard · Aug 10, 2025

Firefighters continue to tackle wildfire at iconic Arthur’s Seat in Edinburgh

Smoke can be seen for miles across the Scottish city

The Independent UK · Aug 10, 2025

'How can we improve Holyrood Park?': Public asked to help with green space

THE public are being asked to take part in a survey on what the priorities should be for Edinburgh’s Holyrood Park.

The National (Scotland) · Sep 26, 2023

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Iconic Kate Bush event comes to Edinburgh for 'most Wuthering Heights day'

Edinburgh's Holyrood Park will be hosting a spectacular event that will see professional and amateur dancers to come together to celebrate the 80s icon on her birthday.

Edinburgh Live · Jul 2, 2023

Edinburgh police find body during search for missing man as family informed

Officers made the tragic discovery on Saturday morning, June 24, at Holyrood Park and say although formal identification is yet to take place, the family of William Robertson have been informed.

Edinburgh Live · Jun 24, 2023

Edinburgh gran set to run first ever marathon in honour of Doddie Weir Foundation

Nancy Morrison, 69, caught the running bug after taking part in a 5km run in Holyrood Park before lockdown hit - and now she is embarking on her first marathon.

Edinburgh Live · May 5, 2023

Edinburgh to host 'Great Willy Waddle' to raise funds for male cancer charity

Male cancer charity Orchid are asking Edinburgh's residents to have a bit of fun with them by dressing up in penis suits (which they will provide) and taking part in a unique fun run in Holyrood Park on June 17.

Edinburgh Live · Apr 18, 2023

Edinburgh Arthur's Seat: Firefighters continue to tackle wildfire through the night

The fire service were alerted around 10:30pm to reports of a fire near St Margaret's Loch in Holyrood Park, as huge flames and clouds of smoke could be seen as far away as Newington.

Edinburgh Live · Feb 13, 2023

Popular Edinburgh pond hit with bird flu warning as dog-walkers issued advice

Following an outbreak as St Margaret's Loch within Holyrood Park, a warning has now been issued to those in the Blackford area. Dog-walkers in particular have been urged to approach with caution

Edinburgh Live · Feb 9, 2023

Teenage boy dies after emergency incident in Edinburgh

A TEENAGE boy has died after an incident in Holyrood Park in Edinburgh.

The National (Scotland) · Feb 9, 2023

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Daily Record · Feb 9, 2023

Teen boy dies in Edinburgh after emergency incident at Holyrood Park

Police, paramedics and the fire service all attended, however officers sadly confirmed that a 14-year-old male youth was pronounced dead at the scene.

Edinburgh Live · Feb 8, 2023

Holyrood Park Edinburgh: Body of teenager found following emergency incident

Emergency services, including paramedics and the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service rushed to the Salisbury Crags area of the park shortly after 5pm following a concern for a person report

Edinburgh Live · Feb 7, 2023

Edinburgh locals told 'don't feed ducks' as swans wiped out by bird flu at historic park

Historic Environment Scotland have put signs up at St Margaret’s Loch in Holyrood Park as they link the bird deaths to avian flu.

Edinburgh Live · Jan 31, 2023

Hundreds gather at Edinburgh’s Holyrood Park in torchlit anti-Brexit protest

Many demonstrators have used the phrase - leave a light on for Scotland - since the historic decision and on January 31 held lit torches on the city hill to represent this.

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Edinburgh Live · Dec 27, 2022

Body found at Holyrood Park in search for Edinburgh man who disappeared on Boxing Day

Forensics and officers probed the scene to establish the full circumstances behind the death which do not appear to be suspicious.

Edinburgh Live · Nov 10, 2022

Devastated Edinburgh mum who lost baby had no clue she was even pregnant

An Edinburgh mum had no reason to expect she was pregnant when she into labour months ago. Now she is raising awareness and funds for baby and pregnancy loss awareness in Holyrood Park this weekend.

The Independent UK · Sep 19, 2022

Hundreds gather to watch state funeral as Queen’s service to nation praised

Crowds gathered in Holyrood Park, Edinburgh, on Monday to watch the funeral.

The Independent UK · Sep 19, 2022

Hundreds gather in Holyrood Park to pay final respects to the Queen

Many brought camp chairs, picnics and even tents as they joined together for the funeral which was shown on a giant screen.

The National (Scotland) · Sep 19, 2022

Hundreds gather at Holyrood Park to watch Queen's state funeral

HUNDREDS of mourners gathered in Holyrood Park in Edinburgh to pay their last respects to Queen Elizabeth as her state funeral was played on a huge…

Daily Record · Sep 19, 2022

Hundreds celebrate Queen's life in Edinburgh as mourners watch funeral on big screen

The funeral was displayed in the beautiful setting of Holyrood Park, in the shadow of the Scottish Parliament and Arthur's Seat, on Monday morning.

Edinburgh Live · Sep 19, 2022

Edinburgh locals flock to Holyrood Park to watch Queen's funeral on huge screen

Edinburgh locals have headed down to Holyrood Park to watch Her Majesty's state funeral on a huge screen provided by the council that has been set up next to her Edinburgh home

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