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Former Edinburgh church converted into beautiful five-bed townhouse up for sale

A stunning church in the Portobello neighbourhood of Edinburgh has been converted into a five-bedroom townhouse - and has now been put up for sale on Rightmove.

Edinburgh Live · Mar 17, 2023

Edinburgh Portobello town hall set to be turned into swanky new wedding venue

The town hall, which is located on Portobello High Street, was built in 1914 and now the community charity group, Portobello Central, is on a mission to give it a new lease of life.

Edinburgh Live · Mar 14, 2023

Throwback Edinburgh photo captures Portobello's 'pool beauty contest' from 1940s

The Portobello Baths were hugely popular for locals in the 20th Century. Many loved visiting for a swim and even a wash as many tenements didn't have the showers and baths we have today.

Edinburgh Live · Mar 3, 2023

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Plans to turn Edinburgh warehouse into indoor climbing arena set to be refused

The old warehouse at East Telferton, near Portobello, was previously earmarked to become a huge climbing gym last year, but the application is set to be refused during a planning meeting

Edinburgh Live · Mar 1, 2023

Edinburgh woman begs for help on social media after getting trapped in public toilet

Louise Sertoğlu had been out with her husband, sister and two-year-old son in Portobello, Edinburgh on Saturday when she nipped in to the public toilets on Pipe Lane.

Edinburgh Live · Feb 21, 2023

Linlithgow Reds run in 12 tries in resounding victory over Portobello

A resounding display keeps them firmly in second place in the East Region League Division One table.

Daily Record · Feb 8, 2023

Edinburgh Council issue scam warning as locals targeted in quiet residential area

Residents of a tenement building in Portobello received a suspicious letter asking them to carry out repairs to the the property. The council have quickly responded.

Edinburgh Live · Jan 18, 2023

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Talented Edinburgh schoolboy makes final of Young Drummer of the Year 2023

An Edinburgh youngster from Portobello has made it into the top 10 final of the Young Drummer of the Year 2023 after showing an interest in drums as early as 18 months.

Edinburgh Live · Jan 17, 2023

Former Edinburgh councillors face standards commission over Portobello ‘road rage hotspot’

The Standards Commission for Scotland confirmed the hearing will take place next month.

Edinburgh Live · Jan 10, 2023

Edinburgh's Bross Bagels launches plush new hotel above Portobello shop

The fun weekend stay in a stunning penthouse apartment will come with a host of experiences and the chance to learn how to make your own perfect bagels.

Edinburgh Live · Dec 14, 2022

Ban on traffic through Portobello road rage hotspot to be made permanent

The road between Portobello and Joppa has been shut to traffic under temporary measures but councillors have now voted to commence the legal process to make the closure permanent.

Edinburgh Live · Dec 8, 2022

Affordable two-bed flat in Edinburgh seaside suburb could be perfect DIY project

The property is being advertised by Coulters on RightMove for £170,000 and would be a perfect project for an individual or couple looking to renovate the home with more modern fittings.

Edinburgh Live · Nov 30, 2022

Edinburgh couple to leave house of 20 years as new bin store to knock '£10k off value'

The couple have hit out at the plans for the new bin store, which will see the value of their Portobello property plummet by £10,000 overnight if it is installed.

Edinburgh Live · Oct 25, 2022

Edinburgh property: Idyllic beachfront home for sale with sunroom and sea views

The three-bed semi-detached house at Straiton Place, Portobello, boasts stunning views right across the Firth of Forth - while the area is also a haven for foodies

Edinburgh Live · Oct 17, 2022

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Edinburgh Live · Oct 16, 2022

Edinburgh catering firm create spooky Halloween charcuterie board with meat skull

Peri's Kitchen, which are based out of Portobello in the east of the city, have shown off their creative skills in making a cheese and meat board with a ham covered skull for Halloween.

Edinburgh Live · Oct 13, 2022

Edinburgh police release CCTV following serious late night assault in Portobello

Occurring at around 11pm on Monday, July 18, police now believe that the man pictured could provide valuable information that could assist them, and have urged anyone who may know him to come forward.

Edinburgh Live · Oct 1, 2022

New cycle route connecting Edinburgh and Midlothian opens after £1million scheme

QuietRoute 61, which now links Roslin to Portobello has officially opened as of Thursday, as Edinburgh's Transport Convenor, Scott Arthur, hailed the success of the route which will make travelling across the city a lot safer.

Edinburgh Live · Sep 23, 2022

Edinburgh police release image of man following serious late night assault

The incident occurred around 11pm on July 18 at Brighton Place, Portobello, although no information on the individual who was attacked has been released at this time

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Edinburgh Live · Sep 8, 2022

Edinburgh brewer celebrates International Sour Beer Day with launch of new drink

Today marks International Sour Beer Day - which apparently more people are turning to as an 'easy drinking' option and the Portobello-based brewery are celebrating with a new release.

Edinburgh Live · Sep 6, 2022

Edinburgh local forced to 'walk in the road' by bad parking and bins left out

An Edinburgh man dealing with multiple sclerosis has been forced to walk in the road, due to pavement parking and bins left on the street - which poses a massive health risk to him.

Edinburgh Live · Aug 9, 2022

Popular Edinburgh wine and cheese bar opens new location in Portobello

After opening in Stockbridge in 2015, Smith and Gertrude has opened their new Portobello location - bringing hand picked cheese and wine pairings down to the coast.

Edinburgh Live · Aug 6, 2022

Flock of seagulls swarm Edinburgh Greggs delivery and 'walk all over food'

The video shows the hungry gulls eyeing up the tall stack of cakes outside the Greggs in Portobello, with the man who recorded the video saying at one point, they were flying off with sweet treats in their mouth

Edinburgh Live · Jul 19, 2022

Popular Edinburgh beach flooded with 'illegal' parkers as visitors told to arrive on foot

As the capital experienced extreme temperatures at the start of the week, one of the busiest attractions has been a wash with motorists who have abandoned their car 'illegally' as the council have drafted in extra resources.

Edinburgh Live · Jul 9, 2022

Edinburgh's Vault City Brewing open new 36-tap-bar in heart of seaside community

The new bar will offer a variety of tasty treats including sour brews and hearty beers along with traditional American smokehouse cuisine that is cooked up by an award winning chef.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 9, 2022

Successful crowdfunder campaign sees new Edinburgh bar open

ONE of the leading craft breweries in the UK has launched a new bar in Edinburgh after a successful crowdfunding campaign.

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