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19 pictures as first weekend of Edinburgh festivals gets underway

Crowds have flocked to the capital to soak in the atmosphere for the first weekend of the Edinburgh festivals

The National (Scotland) · Aug 8

BBC fails to cover ex-Labour MSP's court appearance on drink-driving charges

The BBC has failed to report on a former Labour MSP's appearance in court on charges of drink-driving and causing crashes on the Royal Mile in…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 4

Labour MSP to appear in court over 'drink-driving on bail for child sex images'

Former Labour MSP Colin Smyth is expected to appear in court on charges of drink-driving and causing crashes on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh

The National (Scotland) · Jun 3

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An accessible guide to Edinburgh – how to spend a weekend in the surprisingly wheelchair-friendly city

With its winding lanes and hidden closes, Scotland’s capital might not be the first destination that comes to mind for a wheelchair-friendly trip, though with the right planning it’s endlessly rewarding, says Carrie-Ann Lightly

The Independent UK · Apr 1

Final residents of historic close honoured with grave marker after 100 years

Andrew and Margaret Chesney were the last people to work on Mary King’s Close, a historic location off the Royal Mile.

Evening Standard · Mar 9

The best spa hotels in Edinburgh: Where to stay for luxury pools and rejuvenating treatments

Immerse yourself in deep relaxation and experience what makes a Scottish spa more exquisite than the rest at these top-rated Edinburgh spa hotels

The Independent UK · Nov 3, 2024

The greatest Greek tragedy told in Scots? Alan Riach on eye-catching Fringe events

TODAY in St Columba’s Kirk, at the top of the Royal Mile from 3-4pm, I’m introducing a session on Tragedy & Translation. For my money, this…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 5, 2024

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The Edinburgh fringe is just another choking canary in the toxic national mine

But if I’m going to watch the Britain I loved expire slowly, I’d rather do it from the top of the Royal Mile in August

The Guardian - UK · Aug 27, 2023

Two arrested on Edinburgh's Royal Mile after 'trying to climb barriers at King's Scottish Coronation'

Police Scotland confirmed that the two had been arrested for breach of the peace on the Royal Mile.

Daily Record · Jul 5, 2023

Royal spectators cheer and wave at King Charles and Queen during procession in Edinburgh

King Charles smiled and waved at the waiting crowd while sitting next to wife Camilla.

Daily Record · Jul 5, 2023

Edinburgh snipers spotted on Royal Mile roof tops ahead of King Charles procession

Locals have spotted several snipers positioned on the rooftops of the Scottish Parliament at Holyrood and St Giles' Cathedral on the Royal Mile. The officers are keeping watch over the crowd ahead of the processions.

Edinburgh Live · Jul 5, 2023

Huge Edinburgh crowds gather on Royal Mile hours before King Charles ceremony

Huge crowds of people are already lining the Royal Mile as King Charles III is preparing to make his way to St Giles' Cathedral where he will be presented the Honours of Scotland

Edinburgh Live · Jul 5, 2023

King Charles – live: Two arrested after coronation protests on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile

King Charles was presented with the Crown of Scotland during a lavish ceremony

The Independent UK · Jul 5, 2023

King Charles III to be presented with Scottish crown jewels at lavish ceremony

More than 700 members of the Armed Forces will take part in a procession along the Royal Mile in Edinburgh ahead of the ceremony

The Independent UK · Jul 5, 2023

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The Independent UK · Jul 4, 2023

Anticipation builds ahead of service to present King with crown jewels

More than 700 members of the Armed Forces will take part in a procession along the Royal Mile in Edinburgh ahead of the ceremony.

Daily Record · Jul 3, 2023

King Charles' visit to Scotland: Timeline of events, road closures and how to watch

The King and Queen will be arriving in Edinburgh on July 5 to mark their Coronation in Scotland with a series of royal celebrations in the heart of the city.

Daily Record · Jun 30, 2023

Visitors slam Edinburgh's Royal Mile as 'crowded and dirty' and a 'tourist trap'

The Royal Mile is one of the most iconic tourist spots in Scotland, but some recent visitors have called it "crowded" and "dirty" in negative reviews on Tripadvisor.

The National (Scotland) · Jun 27, 2023

Questions as iconic sculpture of Scots poet vanishes from Royal Mile

EDINBURGH council has been asked to explain the disappearance of an iconic statue from the Royal Mile ...

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Edinburgh Live · Jun 23, 2023

Edinburgh council car spotted with crumbled up bonnet next to anti-terror barriers

The barrier on the Royal Mile was pictured on Friday (June 23) lying across the pavement with a smashed-up council car, that was on duty overnight, on the cobbled road next to it.

Daily Record · Jun 9, 2023

King Charles to be presented with Scottish Crown Jewels at special ceremony in Edinburgh

It'll be the monarch's first time up in Scotland for an official visit since he was crowned on May 6 and thousands are expected to line the streets of the Royal Mile.

Edinburgh Live · May 9, 2023

The incredible Edinburgh image that's the earliest-known photo of the city centre

Captured from the window of a flat off the Royal Mile, it shows Edinburgh city centre as it was a little over 180 years ago. We take a look at Thomas Davidson's ground-breaking Daguerrotype, which is thought to be the earliest permanent photograph of Edinburgh ever produced.

Edinburgh Live · May 3, 2023

Edinburgh soldier who beat up fellow squaddie caught after T-shirt spotted on CCTV

Joel Cooney left a fellow squaddie with a fractured jaw and eye socket after punching him in the face on the Royal Mile.

The National (Scotland) · May 3, 2023

Red, white and blue coronation postbox appears in Edinburgh

Royal Mail unveiled the red, white and blue postbox on the Royal Mile, with three identical counterparts in Westminster, Cardiff, and Hillsborough.

Edinburgh Live · Apr 25, 2023

Edinburgh locals line Royal Mile in memory of local boxing legend Ken Buchanan

Locals took their spot on the Royal Mile as the cortege made its way through the city centre, onto High Street and St Giles following Ken's sad passing in March, aged 77

Daily Record · Apr 13, 2023

Scotland's biggest 'tourist trap' revealed according to disgruntled reviews

New research has revealed the biggest tourist traps in the UK, and a popular Scottish destination has come in at number one —beating out the London Eye and Covent Garden.

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