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Things to Do in Edinburgh This Winter

1 January 2025

Beat the winter blues this season with our list of the best things to do in Edinburgh. From escaping...

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Who Was Mr. Boots, The Watcher? - Edinburgh Vaults Ghosts

3 December 2024

Hidden away underneath the bustling city centre lies a world full of echoes from the past. Uncover...

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Why Christmas Was Banned in Scotland for 4 Centuries

3 December 2024

Explore the secrets of the city’s past on an Edinburgh history tour and hear the stories of...

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What Is a Spell Jar?

9 October 2024

Samhuinn, or Halloween, is rooted in Scottish traditions and Celtic lore. It is thought to be the...

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Things to Do in Edinburgh This Halloween

5 September 2024

Halloween in Edinburgh, Scotland is a special time and there’s something for everyone!  ...

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3 New Global Awards for Mercat—Announcing Our B Corp Certification!

2 September 2024

Image credit: Malcolm Cochrane What a year 2024 was!  After celebrating our 39th...

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