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George IV Bridge

Guillermo del Toro posed at the foot of Milne's Court steps in Edinburgh to recreate a classic shot from The Exorcist

Famous director recreates horror movie shot in city Ginny Sanderson

Traffic restrictions have been in force on North Bridge since November 2021.

North Bridge re-opening date pushed back to 2025 Anna Bryan

The Elephant House was seriously damaged by the fire, which blazed through several local businesses on the George IV Bridge.

Elephant House in 'nightmare' situation after blaze Anna Bryan

Traffic restrictions have been in force on North Bridge since November 2021.

North Bridge to stay one-way for longer Ian Swanson

JK Rowling's first Harry Potter book was rejected by several publishers (Picture: Justin Tallis/AFP via Getty Images)

JK Rowling’s perseverance on Harry Potter still inspires 25 years on Brian Ferguson

The Tattoo could generate even bigger audiences at Murrayfield

Readers' letters: It's time to move the Tattoo to Murrayfield By The Newsroom

The Edinburgh Women’s Mural which is now on display at the Central Library.

Central Library unveils new mural celebrating 100 'trail-blazing' women Anna Bryan

SNP-Green council coalition talks - your views online By The Newsroom

Struan Robertson, father of Angus, has died at the age of 84

My late father, Struan Robertson, knew how to live life well – Angus Robertson Angus Robertson

Candidate need to make voters aware of their views on issues

Readers letters: Getting to know your election candidates By The Newsroom

The new look Dropkick Murphy's pub has already been a big hit with regulars and newcomers

Edinburgh pub reopens following fire James Trimble

The new ice rink in the west end of George Street. PIC: Contributed.

The festive cheer keeps coming thanks to Underbelly - Steve Cardownie Steve Cardownie

Vittoria: Iconic Edinburgh restaurant pays tribute to founder, Alberto Crolla Snr, who has passed away

Founder of iconic Edinburgh restaurants, Alberto Crolla Snr, has passed away Rachel Mackie

The road will be closed.

North Bridge to close for maintenance confirms Edinburgh City Council Shona Elliott

Edinburgh Council coalition leaders Cammy Day, left, of Labour, and the SNP's Adam McVey

Here's why SNP-led council administration is so pathetic – Iain Whyte Iain Whyte

George IV Bridge fire: Iconic cafe gutted by fire saves table where JK Rowling wrote Harry Potter

Iconic cafe gutted by fire saves table where JK Rowling wrote Harry Potter Rachel Mackie

Some 'not-so-magic' wands mark out a temporary cycle lane (Picture: Lisa Ferguson)

Self-righteous council failing to listen over Spaces for People – John McLellan John McLellan

George IV Bridge: Main Edinburgh road reopens after fire in Old Town though some disruption still expected

George IV Bridge reopens after devastating fire though disruption still expected Rachel Mackie

Images from the area early last Tuesday showed smoke pouring from a branch of Patisserie Valerie, next door to the Elephant House cafe.

Repairs begin on fire-hit building in Old Town Gary Flockhart

George IV Bridge and Candlemaker Row are still closed to vehicles today as workers continue their efforts to make the area safe after Tuesday’s fire.

George IV Bridge remains closed to traffic on Friday Beth Murray

George IV Bridge fire: Edinburgh city centre road to remain closed as police stay on scene after Old Town fire

Edinburgh city centre road to remain closed after fire Rachel Mackie

More than 100 firefighters have been involved in battling the large fire on George IV Bridge. Pic: Matt Donlan

‘Well over’ 100 firefighters battle George IV Bridge blaze Beth Murray, Rachel Mackie and Jamie McKenzie

Images from the area on Tuesday morning showed smoke pouring from a branch of Patisserie Valerie, next door to the Elephant House cafe

Firefighter hospitalised tackling Edinburgh blaze Gary Flockhart

The Elephant House cafe was among the businesses affected by the fire, which broke out within a building on George IV Bridge. Pic: Matt Donlan

Video shows fire-ravaged Elephant House cafe as owner praises ‘hero’ cleaner Jamie McKenzie

Tuesday August 24 2021 : A huge fire in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town brought the city centre to a standstill. Dozens of Fire Fighters were in attendance at the popular site on George the IV Bridge.

Roads to remain closed ' for the foreseeable' after major fire in Edinburgh Rachel Mackie

Fire crews have been working tirelessly to extinguish the blaze at George IV Bridge.

'Historical value of the area around George IV Bridge fire is incalculable' David McLean

Fire crews tackle the blaze near Edinburgh's Elephant House cafe, where JK Rowling is said to have penned her first Harry Potter novel (Getty Images/Facebook/Matt Dolan)

Here's how Edinburgh's Elephant House cafe is linked to Harry Potter Jenna Macfarlane

A fire has broken out on George IV Bridge.

Images show extent of large blaze in Edinburgh's Old Town David McLean

George IV Fire LIVE: Emergency services attend fire in the Edinburgh Old Town as smoke pours out near iconic Elephant House Cafe

Live George IV Fire LIVE: Emergency services attend fire in the Edinburgh Old Town Rachel Mackie, Beth Murray, Gary Flockhart

George IV Bridge: All the businesses still closed on George IV Bridge and Candlemaker Row after Edinburgh fire (Image credit: Andrew Milligan/PA Wire)

All the Edinburgh businesses still closed following the George IV Bridge blaze Liv McMahon

George IV Bridge fire: Emergency services attend large fire in Capital city centre . Picture credit - James Gray.

One person taken to hospital as emergency services attend fire in Edinburgh Rachel Mackie

Campaigners said George IV Bridge was at the heart of a well-used cycle network Picture: Lisa Ferguson

It's hokey cokey for cyclists on George IV Bridge Ian Swanson

Incident at the George IV Bridge in Edinburgh at the Royal Mile with fire appliances in attendance (Photo: Lisa Ferguson).

Fire crews spotted at Royal Mile incident as Festival gets underway Hannah Brown

Police at the scene on George IV Bridge in Edinburgh where the incident happened picture: supplied

Cyclist taken to hospital following crash with 'Spaces for People barrier' Katharine Hay

A taxi driver and wheelchair user attempt to negotiate the new road layout

Cab firm video challenges council over Edinburgh road scheme safety fears- your ... By The Newsroom

Wheelchair user has to cross cycle lane

Cab firm film reveals 'dangerous' Edinburgh road scheme Joseph Anderson

George IV Bridge is one of the few streets to be resurfaced as part of Spaces for People schemes

Macinnes admits overstating case in Spaces for People row Ian Swanson

Scran is known far and wide for its tasty breakfast and brunch grub, as well as its range of sweet and savoury treats.

Two new sites planned for Edinburgh cafe Scran Bistro Liv McMahon

Central Library is one of six due to open on October 6

Six libraries to open a week earlier than planned Ian Swanson

Libraries reopening on October 13 will offer most of the usual services, but group activities like arts and crafts will not take place

Six city libraries will reopen next month Ian Swanson

Edinburgh's North Bridge will be closed to all northbound traffic between 7pm on Saturday and 5am on Sunday. Pic: Roberto La Rosa/Shutterstock

North Bridge will shut to all northbound traffic tonight Jamie McKenzie

Glasgow's iconic Hydro arena is relocated to Edinburgh for the new Netfix movie set at the Eurovision Song Contest. Picture: Andrew Milligan

Glasgow's iconic Hydro arena moved to Edinburgh for new Eurovision movie Brian Ferguson

Readers have had mixed reactions to the proposals.

Readers react to plans to widen pavements in Edinburgh Conor Marlborough

Edinburgh will close some streets as part of an action plan to improve active travel provision in the city.

Major Edinburgh roads set to be shut, have pavements widened or bus lanes added ... Conor Matchett

The mask is thought to have been in place for most of Sunday

Protective mask appears on much-loved statue Greyfriars Bobby Joe Cawthorn