Portobello

Craig and Debbie Stephens at home with Tiggy.

Loudest cat purr claim accepted by Guinness World Records

There is a versatile twin-windowed family room which has a feature fireplace.

Five-bedroom Victorian home near the beach for sale

Craig and Debbie Stephens from the Portobello area of Edinburgh appear in seasonal movie Christmas in the Highlands, now showing on Amazon Prime.

TV couple land roles in Amazon Prime Christmas film

Paddleboarders off Joppa get a close look at the sei whale on Sunday morning. Picture: Ken Thomas.

Paddle boarders enjoy close encounter with rare whale in Forth

The George on Bath Street, Portobello

Local campaigners offer to buy George cinema rejected

Vault City launches its latest creation, a thick and creamy golden oat-based breakfast style beer. The Edinburgh brewery’s Overnight Oats beer has a whopping ABV of 8.4%.

Breakfast beer launched by local brewery

Supporting LifeCare's Winter Warmer appeal will help deliver affordable care for those that need it most - including hot meals, unpaid carers support, dementia-friendly hairdressing and community engagement activities for those that need it. A recent LifeCare survey showed over 91% of day club clients felt more social connected and 85% felt their health and wellbeing had improved.

LifeCare launch Winter Warmer appeal to help elderly community

Craig and Debbie Stephens from Portobello say their cat Tiggy has smashed the record for the loudest purr and have asked the Guinness world records to pay Tiggy a visit

Cat owners contact Guinness World Records claiming pet has 'loudest purr'

Exterior of Playfair Amusements, an amusement arcade in Bath Street, February 1981.

In pictures: Portobello in the 70s and 80s

Taking the top spot, this glossy detached house in Loanhead has already been snapped up by a savvy buyer, after it went on the market at offers over £485,000. With an enviable setting in a popular development, on a generous plot, this glossy property is presented in turnkey condition and makes an ideal family home.

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It must have been "bracing" for the swimmers who took the plunge at Portobello at the weekend to mark the book launch - and some of them came kitted out in hats and gloves.

Wild swimmers take dip for book launch - pictures

Anna Deacon and Vicky Allan launch their new book about wild swimming, The Ripple Effect, by having a swim in the sea in Portobello with over 100 wild swimmers. Picture: Greg Macvean.

Over 100 take dip at Portobello to mark launch of new book

The spacious kitchen has two large windows meaning the room benefits from lots of natural light.

Beautiful flat for sale which is just a short walk from the beach

Edinburgh University's Ashworth Labs at King's Buildings in Blackford were built in the late 1920s to house the university's zoology department. (Note the beautiful stone animal plaques on the exterior.) Now they are part of the ever-expanding School of Biological Sciences at the university. On Doors Open Day the labs will have exhibits, interactive displays and tours of the University’s Natural History collections. Open: Saturday, September 23, 10am - 4pm.

Another 21 places to visit on Doors Open Day

Craig and Debbie Stephens from Portobello have appeared on many television shows in the past and often go by their stage names 'Z' and 'Saffire'.

Couple to appear on Channel 5 TV series

Craig and Debbie Stephens from Edinburgh, with former X-Factor star Stevie Ritchie (centre).

Couple to host TV show with former X-Factor star
Craig and Debbie Stephen from Portobello land role on mental health show

These are the five best beaches in and around Edinburgh.

The 5 best beaches in and around Edinburgh where you can enjoy the heatwave

Sue Webber is a Scottish Conservative MSP for the Lothians

Sturgeon’s back to show us how spinning is done - Sue Webber

Sun seekers headed to Portobello beach at the weekend

Day-by-day weather forecast as city set to bask in mini heatwave for week

Portobello resident, Sean Sevestre, is a self-taught filmmaker and illustrator who has made a name for himself in the industry working out of his home studio over the last decade. Photo: Sean Sevestre

Edinburgh film-maker lands role in Hollywood working on star-studded film

A major fire has broken out at a property in Seaview Terrace, Edinburgh

Eight fire crews battling major fire at terraced house

Owner, Zoe McKenna has created a vast selection of Match drinks from the 'Golden Tummy Honey' (honey, turmeric, Matcha) to 'Matcha Made in Heaven' (Matcha, pink pitaya, coconut milk, vanilla, maple). Photo: Anastasia Fasta

Celebrations as mum-of-three opens new matcha cafe and wellness centre

Aldi is recruiting new staff members for its Edinburgh stores. Stock photo.

Aldi recruitment drive at city stores

The temporary toilets have arrived in Portobello but are not yet open to the public.

Temporary loos in Portobello not yet open to public

Photo from Surfers Against Sewage paddle out
Pic by Lisa Ferguson

Warning to avoid swimming Portobello beach removed

Surfers Against Sewage National Paddle out at Portobello Beach
Photo LISA FERGUSON

Warning to locals not to swim at popular beach after 'pollution incident'

Only a short walk away from the city centre is Dean Village, a peaceful and pretty village next to the Water of Leith. The charming area is one of the most sought-out residential parts of Edinburgh. There are plenty of interesting things to see in and around Dean Village, including the Dean Cemetery, the Dean Gallery and the Gallery of Modern Art.

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Here are the best places in live in Edinburgh, according to our readers.

Chief Inspector Kieran Dougal is Local Area Commander, North East Edinburgh

Working to ensure a safe summer at Portobello beach - Kieran Dougal

Edinburgh singer songwriter Bow Anderson releases her new single 'Midnight' on Friday.

City pop star prepares to release first new song in over a year

Staff at Oscar’s Gelato in Portobello with the Ice Cream Championship Trophy presented by The Scottish Ice Cream Alliance at the Royal Highland Show.

Royal Highland Show ice cream title for local business

These are the beaches that our readers suggested you visit this summer.

13 stunning Scottish beaches that will make you rethink your holiday abroad

A paddleboarder saved a woman and children who were 'drifting offshore' from Portobello Beach in Edinburgh. (Photo credit: National World/Pixabay)

Paddleboarder rescues woman and children ‘drifting offshore’

Callum McGregor splashes through the Hampden puddles to score Scotland's opening goal against Georgia (Picture: Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Only thing crazier than weather is Scotland's football winning streak

One of the temporary toilets installed by the council in city parks in 2021.

Three city parks get temporary loos for summer

The junction improvements will add two or three minutes to peak time traffic delays. Picture: Google.

Junction upgrade will mean rush hour delays

Children and families enjoy the sunshine on the beach and promenade at Portobello in 1975.

23 pictures of Edinburgh summers gone by

Public toilets Bath street Portobello. Picture: Ian Georgeson.

Call for more public toilets at beach after people seen defecating in gardens

Xani Byrne is taking on a charity tandem ride in memory of his sister Alice

Brother of Alice Byrne to take on challenge in memory of beloved sister

These are the constituencies proposed by Boundaries Scotland: 12) Bathgate and Almond Valley; 32) Edinburgh Forth and Linlithgow; 57) Livingston; 34) Edinburgh Pentlands; 36) Edinburgh Western; 33) Edinburgh Northern and Leith; 30) Edinburgh Central; 35) Edinburgh Southern; 31) Edinburgh Eastern; 60) Midlothian South; 59) Midlothian North and Musselburgh; 29) East Lothian.

Redrawn Scottish Parliament constituency boundaries need a rethink

Hundreds of people flocked to The Meadows to sunbathe with friends after temperatures reached 17 degrees.

Hundreds flock to city's parks and beach to soak up the sun - in pictures

Edinburgh Council's SNP group is afflicted by a 'big sulk' after other parties found a way to run the city without them (Picture: Neil Hanna)

SADDo syndrome is spreading in SNP and drastic treatment may be required

The former hotel/bar (ground floor) and 5 bedroom apartment (first and second floors) is positioned within a large plot surrounded by a stone wall, extending to approximately 0.29 acres.

Look inside: Edinburgh beachside property on sale for £1.15m

Joppa Rocks has stunning views out over the water and will offer a range of seafood dishes as well as cocktails and craft beers.

New bar and restaurant opening in Portobello

The owner has only 'reluctantly' decided to put the sandwich shop up for sale. Picture: Google Streetview.

Baguette Express in Portobello goes on market due to 'personal circumstances'

Tributes have been paid to sweet shop owner Thomas Hamilton, who died recently

Sweet shop owner understood the magic of his array of treats – Susan Dalgety

Teresa said the council 'aren’t pulling their weight'

Council tenant left without working shower for three weeks

Boxing legend Ken Buchanan died earlier this month and will be honoured at a memorial service in St Giles Cathedral

St Giles memorial for boxing legend Ken Buchanan

Horse riders at Seacliff Beach with the beautiful Bass Rock in the backdrop.

The beautiful 'hidden gem' beach home to a pod of dolphins

Thomas Hamilton at work in his sweet-shop Hamilton's, which he ran on Portobello's Bath Street for over 20 years.

Tributes paid to 'cheeky chappy' who owned local sweet-shop

Chefs taking part in a pancake race on Portobello promenade in February 1983.

16 pictures which show what life was like in Edinburgh in the 1980s

The charming one bedroom flat is on the market in Portobello for £170,000.

Attractive flat for sale within minutes of beach

Tommy Sheppard MP says Portobello landmark has been 'left to rot'

Campaign launched to save landmark cinema building

How many of the celebrities in our photo gallery did you know went to Portobello High School or lived in the area?

Celebrities who went to Portobello High School

Edinburgh weather: Here is what the weather is going to be like day by day this week

Here is what the weather is going to be like day by day this week

Portobello Beach, 1961.

In pictures: Portobello down the decades