Historic fortress above Edinburgh, guarding Scotland’s capital since the Iron Age.
A string of Edinburgh Castle concerts has drawn veterans and newcomers alike, delivering intimate moments amid grand contexts. Performers share personal stories, while fans respond with tears, praise, and a sense of communal resilience. The lineup blends veteran voices with rising acts, underscoring a city’s enduring love of live music.
Princes Street remains partially closed as emergency works on the former Debenhams site continue. Transport networks are disrupted with buses diverted to George Street and trams operating only on part routes. Council says safety work will take weeks while festival organisers plan for the busy period.
A series of property and lifestyle features show a UK focus on intimate, well-designed spaces—from snugs in homes to boutique hotels and curated retreats. The Independent discusses snug design; Scotland’s Cromlix unveils a woodland spa and fine dining expansion; Edinburgh’s Leith market offers a traditional-meets-modern flat; Guardian covers new homes in Lincolnshire, Cheshire and Kent.