4 Gift Ideas for Ghost-Lovers | Gift Guide
What do you get the person who loves all things ghosts, hauntings and spooky? Ghost-lovers can be...
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8 Books Set in Edinburgh (Or Inspired by Its History)
With its long and often dark history, Edinburgh has been providing authors with inspiration for...
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An Edinburgh Birthday: Premiering 'The Spirit of the Mile'
On Thursday 13 November 2025 we marked a very special moment in Mercat’s history. To...
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A bit slow, but I got there…! Thing is, receiving the VisitScotland Silver Thistle...
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The festive season is fast approaching and if you’re still searching for a memorable office...
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As winter draws near, the nights grow longer. But don't mourn the loss of long, sunny...
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Every year, the Mercat Storytellers and team dresses up for Halloween. You’ll see everything...
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It’s that time of year. Autumn is in the air, pumpkins are decorating shelves...
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