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The Rosslynlee Sauna is set to welcome its first customers this weekend

New outdoor sauna to open in Midlothian at scenic waterfront location

This exclusive four-bedroom new-build detached house is an outstanding family home of the highest standards.

Property: Exclusive four-bedroom new-build detached house

These holidays have everything you need for a festive getaway

These Christmas family holidays with Santa and skating start at £129

Christmas gift ideas from Olaplex, Hourglass, Sweaty Betty, Hunter and Neal’s Yard Remedies, with beauty, fragrance and pampering treats for under the tree.

35 best Christmas gifts for 2026 from just £2.99

The property benefits from gas central heating, double glazing and good storage. There is a handy carport which provides off-street parking.

Charming one-bedroom semi detached cottage

Wimpy "fast food" takeaway and restaurant in Princes Street Edinburgh, March 1989.

21 great photos of city restaurants and eating out in the late 1980s

The spacious fitted kitchen / dining room with wall and base units and integrated appliances.

Property: Attractive and spacious two-bedroom top floor flat

This striking former 1930's Art Deco cinema conversion is brimming with stunning architectural flourishes, and nestled on the bank of the Water of Leith.

Property: Stylish two-bedroom apartment in former Art Deco cinema

Kia EV2 review: a small electric SUV with big-car appeal

Homes and Gardens

Set in coveted Colinton, this spacious four-bedroom property is packed with potential to be an incredible family home, with a stunning garden.

Property: Four-bedroom home packed with potential in desirable area
Edinburgh family home packed with potential
Kevin Quinn

Stockbridge scored 4.51 out of 5.

The 10 best neighbourhoods in Edinburgh according to ESPC's new index

This West End flat is currently available for offers over £550,000.

Property: Exceptional main door two-bedroom West End flat

The final batch of Victorian conversion apartments at the £150m Craighouse development in Morningside have been put on the market, with some prices as high asd £825,000.

Final luxury apartments at £150m Craighouse development hit market

These are the cheapest houses currently up for sale in Mansfield

Capital property prices outpace the UK’s major cities shows new study

This rarely available traditional lodge comes with distinctive architecture and considerable character, in a highly regarded Newbattle location, close to the historic Newbattle Abbey.

Property: Potential-packed bungalow within the grounds of cemetery

This beautifully presented semi-detached family home, set within the highly sought after area of Corstorphine, is sure to attract significant interest.

Property: Impressive three-bedroom extended and upgraded family home

Smart technology helps keeps your pets mealtimes on time (aff)

Spring flowers make the perfect addition to any Mother's Day bouquet, but some can be deadly to your dog.

The 6 flowers in your bouquet that could be deadly to your dog

Sounds that seem tolerable to us can be painfully loud for our pets.

The everyday noises that could be dangerous to your dog's hearing

Oral health is one of the most overlooked aspects of pet care.

This is how often you should be brushing your dog's teeth every week

Food and Drink

Gravity Beer Festival returns to Summerhall this week for its fourth annual edition.

Gravity Beer Festival returns to city this week after sellout events
Gravity Beer Festival first launched in 2023 and returns to Summerhall for its fourth annual event
Heather Carrick

Ad Feature Mrs Elswood celebrates gherkins at The Great Gherkin Soirée

New 'five-star dive bar' opens in vaults of famous West End landmark

Randy's Donuts - known for its iconic 32-foot donut sign in its original location in California - is coming to Edinburgh

Famous LA donut chain to open first UK store in city centre

Easter Road pub Middletons Bar has been sold.

Pub next to Hibs' stadium popular with away fans sold

I had lunch at the newest restaurant in dynamic Edinburgh venue

The award-winning, black pearl-filtered Single Estate Vodka is now available in the UK

Ad Feature D'YAVOL Spirits launch award-winning vodka in UK

Staycation

Take a look through our gallery to see 10 fun places in Edinburgh to take the kids during school summer holidays.

10 fun things to do during the school holidays

Where: 5 Old Church Lane, Duddingston, Edinburgh EH15 3PX. Lying next to the 12th Century Duddingston Kirk, where the lower slopes of Arthur’s Seat meet Duddingston Loch, Dr Neil’s Garden is an oasis of calm, which usually opens to the public around March to October each year.

10 Edinburgh beauty spots to enjoy the sunshine

Edinburgh's 17 'best' pub beer gardens to visit as temperatures soar

Retro

People shopping in St John's Road, Corstorphine, September 1980.

17 amazing photos of Edinburgh in 1980 – including lost nightclub

17 photos show life in Edinburgh during the 90s

18 nostalgic Edinburgh photos capture lost landmarks

Best In Edinburgh

Head chef Hugh Brown outside Nobles

Leith bar named in Good Food Guide's 100 Best Pubs
Historic Nobles by Bellfield wins accolade
Ian Swanson

Seaglass Inn is closing after seven years in business

Popular pub vows to 'go out with a bang' after announcing closure

With an average property value of £240,581, Musselburgh is also among Scotland’s most expensive coastal towns. The largest settlement in East Lothian, the town is close to Edinburgh city centre.

The 12 best places to live just outside of Edinburgh

The first Tala store outside London will open in Edinburgh’s St James Quarter

Activewear brand Tala to open new shop in Edinburgh

The Shaker opened on September, August 5

New late-night party bar replaces Rat Pack Piano Bar in Edinburgh

One of Edinburgh’s most popular neighbourhood cocktail bars has unveiled a £100,000 summer glow-up to coincide with the grand re-opening of King’s Theatre on Leven Street in Tollcross.

First look at Edinburgh cocktail bar after £100,000 summer glow-up

Murgh Makhni – North Indian style curry of marinated tandoori chicken

Twenty-one Edinburgh restaurants nominated at Spice Awards 2026

Cars and Motoring

Young Driver sessions are available on Wowcher

Discounts on driving experiences for teens ahead of Christmas

The Hyundai Inster’s boxy shape and round lights give the small electric car plenty of character

Hyundai Inster review: a tiny EV with some seriously clever ideas

Cars available to drive include the Lamborghini Gallardo and many more

Lamborghini, Ferrari and Aston Martin supercar driving experiences

Lamtto's RC35 is a monster of a display - and it has some incredibly smart features

Lamtto RC35 review: huge 11-inch CarPlay screen upgrades older cars

More Edinburgh Lifestyle

Toy Story 5 has just landed on Yoto and I've ordered it straight away for my son

Disney's Toy Story 5 is now on Yoto and I ordered it right away

Have a cracking Christmas! Boots has launched three giant beauty crackers – Joy, Magic and Cheer – each costing £25 and packed with six beauty treats worth over £70.

Boots unveils £25 beauty crackers worth over £70

The e.l.f. Christmas gift sets I'd pick for beauty lovers this year and prices start from just £15

e.l.f. has a range of Christmas gift sets for beauty lovers

The Aromatherapy Associates Atomiser Connect makes a luxurious Christmas gift, pictured with the Winter Wellbeing essential oil blend.

I tried the £190 diffuser that makes my home smell like a spa

I've started my Christmas shopping and found these designer fragrances that are perfect for friends and family

I'm buying designer fragrances for friends and family this Christmas

‘Wonderful’ Edinburgh bakery wins Scotland’s best croissant award

Deals site Wowcher and Jet2CityBreaks have deals on trips to Christmas markets in Europe

Trips to gorgeous European Christmas markets under £100

Cold Town House has reopened after a £500,000 refurbishment

Pubs seeking licensing permission to allow children in alone

The new Morphy Richards Zino is a true bean-to-cup filter coffee machine - and probably one of the best in the business

Morphy Richards Zino review: fresh filter coffee without the fuss

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