The Latest Breaking News from Old Town

West Ham fans fight riot police in Prague after Europa Conference League win

A scuffle broke out after police officers tried to confiscate a lit flare as fans gathered in the Old Town area of the city.

The Independent UK · Jun 8, 2023

Almanac X Prague review: the best of both worlds in the Czech capital

Walking down the cobbled streets of the Old Town in the juxtaposing city of Prague feels like being dropped straight into a history book. There are churches on every corner, each telling its own story about the medieval people who once populated the streets and buildings that whisper of civilisations past.

The Week · May 30, 2023

Appeal over 'unreasonable' Midlothian council decision to reject body piercing studio

The shared vennel which would be used by customers attending to studio was compared to the many similar paths in Edinburgh's Old Town which contribute towards it having World Heritage Site status

Edinburgh Live · May 18, 2023

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.

Edinburgh Live · Feb 28, 2023

Historic Edinburgh Old Town pub in flames as Royal Mile sealed off

The fire broke out shortly after lunchtime on Thursday, February 9, and the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service arrived at the scene shortly before 1pm as smoke billowed into the sky.

Edinburgh Live · Feb 9, 2023

When an Edinburgh resident accidentally stumbled upon secret vault hidden under pub

The incredible discovery of tunnels under South Bridge lifted the lid on a forgotten space in Edinburgh's Old Town that is today a tourist magnet and regarded city's most haunted location.

Edinburgh Live · Jan 31, 2023

Striking Edinburgh painting from 1881 shows how much the city has changed

The famous painting by Italian artist Telemaco Signorini showcases the well-known bridge in its original glory back in 1881 when it was just added to the capital's Old Town landscape.

Edinburgh Live · Jan 31, 2023

High hopes for new landmark

The Na Phra Lan tunnel near the Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew) is becoming a tourist attraction on Rattanakosin Island, also known as the old town in Bangkok, with up to 40,000 tourists expected to visit the tunnel each day.

Bangkok Post · Jan 29, 2023

Edinburgh coach hits SUV and gets wedged on tight Old Town road

A concerned pedestrian captured a coach driver in Edinburgh's Old Town getting into a spot of bother whilst trying to turn a corner on the evening of January 27.

Edinburgh Live · Jan 28, 2023

Edinburgh residents gobsmacked after parking space goes on sale for £27,500

Located just off Albany Street in the city's Old Town, the pricey one-and-a-half car parking spot can be found in a secure car park with a barrier and fob access.

Daily Record · Jan 26, 2023