The Cailleach: Queen of Scottish Winter
As the cold weather begins and snow powders Scotland's hills and cities, we know that...
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Edinburgh History Tours: Royal Buildings
On our Edinburgh history tours, we visit several of the city's iconic buildings with ties...
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Robert Burns & The Royal History of Pineapples
By Naomi, Mercat Storyteller 'Farewell, old Scotia's bleak domains, Far dearer than...
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By Mark, Mercat Storyteller The recent passing of Queen Elizabeth has seen her son proclaimed as...
Read Story5 Places In Edinburgh With Dark History
As the capital of Scotland, Edinburgh is brimming with history, which we love sharing with...
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By Scott, Mercat Storyteller Descend into the secrets of the city’s past on an Edinburgh...
Read StoryThe Oldest Buildings on Edinburgh's Royal Mile
The Oldest Buildings on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile By Mark Clement, Mercat...
Read StoryFive must-see historic locations in Edinburgh
By Scott Booth, Mercat Storyteller Edinburgh has a lot of history. If you were to join us for any...
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