10 famous faces who were spotted out and about in Edinburgh during the festival period

Today marks the final day of the Edinburgh festival period, bringing a close to one of the capital’s busiest months of the year that sees the population effectively double in size.

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And among the thousands that visited Edinburgh this month, locals managed to spot a few famous faces, from a former First Minister to indie rock legends and Hollywood A-listers.

Here are 10 famous faces spotted in Edinburgh this month.

Here are 10 famous faces spotted in Edinburgh this month.

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9. Sam Heughan

Outlander star Sam Heughan stopped by at Edinburgh Castle on Wednesday, August 20 to watch this year’s edition of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo | REMT

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10. Miriam Margolyes

Known for her role as Professor Sprout in the Harry Potter film series, Miriam Margolyes was pictured on Cockburn Street | Submitted

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11. Julie Wilson Nimmo

Known for her roles in Chewin' the Fat, Scot Squad, and as Miss Hoolie in the BBC Children's series Balamory, Julie Wilson Nimmo was spotted in West Nicholson | Contributed

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