Portobello

Thorburn has been jailed for six years

Edinburgh man jailed for six years over historic child sex abuse

Growing intercity traffic takes up capacity to grow train transport around the city. Picture: Michael Gillen

Edinburgh needs rail investment to capitalise on existing success

Nicola Benedetti joined young musicians from Oi Musica in Princes Street Gardens to mark the start of the 2023 Edinburgh International Festival.

Youth music group left 'absolutely gutted' after van stolen

The trophy arrived at the school to celebrate pupil's hard work getting girls cycling

Tour de France trophy arrives as Portobello pupils head to Paris

Blink and you may miss the entrance to 6 Regent Street Lane, a breath-taking, deceptively spacious mews house and garden just a stone's throw from Portobello beach.

Breathtaking two-bedroom mews formerly home to Porty Beach donkeys

Amanda Caygill has spent 18 years running the beloved pub

End of an era for Portobello pub as owner calls last orders

Scroll through our gallery to see 23 spots in Portobello that we love.

23 reasons why Portobello is one of the best places to live

Greens candidate Isabella Gastel Alejandre, left, ran a very close second in last week’s Southside/Newington by-election, while Lorenzo Martinico won in Portobello/Craigmillar

Edinburgh has shown that a greener future is within reach - Lorna Slater

Ed Thornley, Councillor for Drum Brae/Gyle and Leader of the Liberal Democrat group

By-elections show SNP's future in the city is bleak - Edward Thornley

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Corrosive bullying should have no place in our modern politics - Bruce Whitehead

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Edinburgh woman Nicky Mather, 53, was diagnosed with breast cancer after she found lump while inspecting a jellyfish sting.

Edinburgh woman found cancer lump after jellyfish sting at Portobello

Edinburgh East and Musselburgh MP Chris Murray has hit out at bonuses for Scottish Water executives, totaling £258,000 over the past year, after cleaning up sewage items from beaches in Portobello and Musselburgh.

Edinburgh MP criticises Scottish Water bonuses amid sewage complaints

Situated in the sought-after area of Joppa, this front line property offers panoramic sea views across the Firth of forth to Fife, and along the length of Portobello beach and promenade.

Rare chance to own a home with one of the best views in the city

Petition launched for an official Sir Harry Lauder Day

Campaign seeks to establish annual 'Sir Harry Lauder Day' each August

Woven and Civerinos Hot Honey whisky

Scots businesses team up for hot honey whisky collaboration
Two Leith businesses have come together to launch a ‘disruptive and delicious ‘ whisky.
Rosalind Erskine

54 Regent Street is a beautifully extended Georgian cottage set within a stunning walled garden, enjoying an enviable position in the heart of Portobello. Externally, the property benefits from a private driveway providing off-street parking for one vehicle, with excellent potential to extend, a highly desirable feature in Portobello. The front garden is attractively screened by mature trees and established shrubs.

Four-bedroom Georgian cottage in Portobello inside a walled garden

Portobello Swim Centre is set for refurbishment following support from the public

Portobello Swim Centre set for refurbishment following public support

Chloe Shand says the rent rise is 'completely unafforable'

Edinburgh charity worker left with £50 a week after huge massive hike

Isabella Gastel Alejandre and Lorenzo Martinico, Scottish Green candidates

City housing crisis is top of my priorities - Isabella Gastel Alejandre

Portobello is usually a busy hotspot during the summer months, but visitors are being told to stay out of the water as a SEPA pollution warning remains in place after more than a week.

Advice against swimming at Portobello remains in place after alert

Maybe an automatic might not be such a bad idea after all

Clutching at straws in first gear around Crewe Toll roundabout - Susan Morrison

An aerial view of Portobello Beach

Swimmers warned to avoid Portobello beach after high bacterial reading

The annual Edinburgh Pride march and event will take place on Saturday, June 20

This June Pride month is tough for many - Alys Mumford

The property, situated close to the beach, benefits from gas central heating, single-glazed sash and case windows, a private area of garden ground to the rear, and access to a communal drying green.

Historic five-bedroom flat with garden and near to beach

Portobello Amateur Swimming Club say the refurbishment of the swim centre should not include the introduction of poolside changing cubicles

Concerns raised over Portobello swim centre refurbishment

Visitors to Portobello Cemetery have been cutting back weeds and grass with their own tools after complaints about the lack of upkeep of the ground by the council.

Distressed dad urges council to improve upkeep of cemetery grounds
Andy Martin says the condition of Portobello Cemetery has deteriorated over the past few years with fewer and poorer quality grass cuttings
Heather Carrick

In pictures: Search and rescue operation for two girls at Portobello

Photos of the Edinburgh Marathon 2026.

In pictures: Thousands take on sweltering Edinburgh Marathon

Portobello swim centre is scheduled for refurbishment

Consultation on future of Portobello swim centre

A major response was spotted in Portobello

Man rescued from sea after overnight police incident

A teenage boy has admitted to the murder of 22-year-old John McNab after he was stabbed and killed in Leith in September 2025.

Teen admits to murder of John McNab and other serious assault

The popular pub had its mirror stolen at the weekend

Popular Portobello pub hunts for thief who stole quirky mirror

Colin Cornwall, 70, was born and raised in Portobello.

The Portobello OAP spending his retirement keeping seafront tidy

A 12-year-old boy was left injured following an alleged assault at Powerleague Portobello.

Boy injured and man arrested following alleged assault at sports pitch

5 Eastfield Gardens, Portobello.

Three-bedroom family home just moments from the beach up for sale

The Portobello Bookshop has been selected as a 'bookshop champion'

Portobello Bookshop named industry 'champion' ahead of indie book week

Tumbles at Portobello has been closed with immediate effect due to an issue with water quality

Soft play and gymnasium closes suddenly due to drainage issue

This exceptional detached family house comes with a lovely enclosed garden, garage and driveway.

Property: Colourful three-bedroom detached bungalow

An artist's impression of the new flats in Portobello.

Plans lodged to turn storage yard into new block of 10 flats

Look inside city's newest 'old man pub’ Dougal's

Alistair Smith, James Lewis, Bruce Kidd and Andrew Leiper will take on the challenge for Action Porty.

Swimmers to take on lifelong ambition to swim English Channel

Cheers from Porty!

I’m enjoying my spring staycation at Edinburgh By The Sea - Vladimir McTavish

Vault City is known for its bold, dessert-inspired sour beers.

Edinburgh brewery and bakery create beer using croissant offcuts

Local area commander James Robertson told the virtual board meeting the force was already preparing for the figures to rise.

Man arrested and charged in connection with robberies and thefts

In recent years Oscar’s Gelato has built a reputation for authentic artisan gelato, backed by decades of experience from one of Edinburgh’s most respected gelatiere families.

Seaside business crowned best ice cream shop in the UK

Stars of the upcoming BBC project, Craig and Debbz, pictured with production crew members who flew in from London and Ireland to film on the Edinburgh coast this week.

Edinburgh stars Craig & Debbz spotted filming secret BBC project at Portobello.

The incident happened near the Asda supermarket in The Jewel area of the city

Two teenagers charged after masked men seen fighting with huge blades

The Doghouse teams up with The Rusty Seagull

Portobello pub welcomes new food street food pop-up

The former police station on Portobello High Street.

Plans to turn former police station into a new community hub approved

Three care homes in Edinburgh will be holding special events as part of The Big Dementia Conversation.

Edinburgh care homes to host dementia advice events

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Plan to ban mobile phones from city classrooms is a no-brainer - Susan Dalgety

Amar Mudawi was jailed at Edinburgh’s High Court

Man who tried to kill teenager in 'serious and violent' attack jailed

Viral internet star Tiny Tim is back at Portobello Town Hall in June.

Internet sensation Tiny Tim returns to Portobello

Some of the great Portobello retro photos from our archives.

26 great photos of life in Portobello over the years

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