A central Edinburgh hill in a UNESCO World Heritage site, famed for views and historic significance.
A total solar eclipse on 12 August 2026 has passed across Greenland, Iceland and parts of northern Spain while the UK and Ireland have seen a deep partial eclipse — the most extensive visible from Britain since 1999. Scientists have collected coronagraph and in‑flight data to study the Sun’s corona and short‑term atmospheric effects; safety warnings about direct viewing were widely issued.
A roundup of Edinburgh rooftops and terraces is published, highlighting several venues with views of landmarks like Edinburgh Castle. The piece surveys offerings from W Hotel, Cold Town House, Cafe Calton, The Garden View Deck & Bar, and Lamplighters, noting reopening times, menus, and price considerations as summer persists.