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Take a look through our photo gallery to see 12 of the best traditional pubs in Edinburgh.

In pictures 12 ‘proper’ pubs in Edinburgh city centre Gary Flockhart

Just one of the many famous faces from Edinburgh is Jennifer Dodds MBE. The Scottish curler was born in Edinburgh, and has gone on to become an Olympic champion, winning gold at the 2022 Winter games in Beijing.

15 of the most famous people from Edinburgh Anna Bryan

Take a look through our photo gallery see all the fun from this year's Meadows Festival

The Meadows Festival 2023 - in pictures Gary Flockhart

Flora Gentleman, four, is in remission from cancer and was the VIP starter at Sunday's Race for Life in Edinburgh. Here she is pictured with parents Stephanie and Jamie.

Little girl who battled cancer cheers on runners at Race For Life Gary Flockhart

Take a look through our photo gallery to see the action from Sunday's Race For Life at Holyrood Park in Edinburgh.

12 photos from Race For Life in Edinburgh Gary Flockhart

Located on Leith Walk, the Volunteer Arms - nicknamed the Volly - was made famous by Irvine Welsh's Trainspotting novel. Today, it has been transformed into the Mouse Trap, a gaming and music bar with a mural of Trainspotting character Begbie.

A toast to some of Edinburgh's lost pubs Gary Flockhart

Edinburgh has several great spots where you can enjoy a perfect picnic.

Six places for a perfect picnic in Edinburgh Gary Flockhart

The Tinderbox Orchestra will be appearig at the Edinburgh Central Library during this year's Fringe. Picture: Colin Hattersley

Edinburgh Festival Fringe: Stand-out shows in the global cultural celebration Brian Ferguson

The Meadows Festival is set to return for 2023, with a jam-packed programme over June 3 and 4.

Everything you need to know about the Meadows Festival 2023 Jolene Campbell

Morna Young is adapting the Lewis Grassic Gibbon novel Sunset Song for a new stage production.

Writer Morna Young to become first woman to adapt Sunset Song for the stage Brian Ferguson

People across Edinburgh are set to unite against cancer by taking part in Race for Life 2023 this weekend.

Race For Life: Road closures, course details meeting point Gary Flockhart

The Gladstone Memorial at the junction of George Street and St Andrew Square in 1953 shortly before it was moved to Coates Crescent.

33 photos showing how much Capital has changed Gary Flockhart

We’ve rounded up 11 Edinburgh venues where famous faces have been spotted.

11 Edinburgh bars and restaurants visited by celebrities Gary Flockhart

Anton Du Beke is the latest big name to be confirmed for this year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Edinburgh Festival Fringe: Strictly favourite Anton Du Beke to star this year Brian Ferguson

Tara McGilvray-Guard, pictured, can't wait to open Wheel of Fate in Edinburgh's Causewayside this month.

New witch craft store opening in Causewayside Gary Flockhart

Rose Matafeo won the main Edinburgh Comedy Awards prize for best show in 2018.

Comics who owe their careers to the Fringe should help keep awards going Brian Ferguson

The Declaration of Arbroath was due to go on display in Edinburgh three years ago but plans had to be postponed because of the pandemic. (Picture: National Records of Scotland)

Iconic Scottish document on display for first time in 18 years Ian Swanson

TV star Gail Porter shot to fame on shows such as Top of the Pops and Children in Need. She has opened up about her struggles with poor mental health and nervous breakdown and is now a motivational speaker. Gail was first diagnosed with alopecia in 2005 and has refused to wear wigs and hairpieces over the years.

The most famous faces from our city, in pictures Jolene Campbell

Portobello power station demolition in 1978.

25 incredible photos of Edinburgh Gary Flockhart

Take a look through our photo gallery for a look at this ‘hidden gem’.

In pictures: Edinburgh's hidden beer garden Gary Flockhart

Ignite has been named ‘Indian Restaurant of the Year’ in the Scotland Prestige Awards 2023/2024.

Edinburgh curry house named ‘Indian Restaurant of the Year’ Gary Flockhart

Edinburgh's Hidden Door festival, which has taken over the former Scottish Widows headquarters on Dalkeith Road, will be running until Sunday. Picture: Chris Scott

Hidden Door: Festival unveils transformation of former Scottish Widows HQ Brian Ferguson

Cécile McLorin Salvant.

Edinburgh International Festival: 14 highlights of the 2023 programme Brian Ferguson

Bruce Springsteen got up close to his fans while performing in Edinburgh with the E Street Band.

Bruce Springsteen at Murrayfield Stadium - in pictures Gary Flockhart

Harry Styles fans have broken tram records in Edinburgh (Photos: Lloyd Wakefield and Annabelle Gauntlett)

Harry Styles shows break tram records Ginny Sanderson

Dolly the Sheep was the first ever mammal cloned from an adult cell. She was born in Midlothian, after being cloned by scientists at the Roslin Institite. Dolly lived at the Institute her entire life, and gave birth to many lambs, before being euthanized at the age of six due to a lung disease. Her body was preserved and can be seen at the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh.

15 of the most famous faces from Edinburgh Anna Bryan

Police dealing with the crowds of Bruce Springsteen fans who gathered outside The Balmoral on Tuesday afternoon, ahead of his concert at BT Murrayfield

Police called as Springsteen fans gather outside Balmoral Hotel Anna Bryan

Sam Heughan. Picture: John Devlin

Sam Heughan issues ‘call to action’ to young Scots on climate emergency Brian Ferguson

Stephen Fry is a past winner of the comedy award. Picture: Getty Images

Flagship Fringe comedy awards plunged into crisis over loss of sponsor Brian Ferguson

Angel McArthur with a carboard cut out of Bruce Springsteen - she danced with the real thing on stage in Edinburgh 42 years ago

Fan remembers dancing with Bruce Springsteen in 1981 Allan Crow

Marco’s, which was once visited by Bruce Springsteen, have opened a state-of-the-art private hire karaoke room.

Edinburgh venue visited by Springsteen opens karaoke room Gary Flockhart

Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band will peform at BT Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh on Tuesday, May 30. Photo: Greg Macvean

Best pubs to hit before Bruce Springsteen gig Gary Flockhart

Harry Styles performing at Edinburgh's Murrayfield Stadium on Friday, May 29, 2023. (Photo by Lloyd Wakefield)

Harry Styles show breaks records as 65,000 attend Ginny Sanderson

Bruce Springsteen and Steven Van Zandt perform with The E Street Band in Amsterdam on Thursday last week (Picture: Paul Bergen/ANP/via Getty Images)

Harry Styles, Queen Bey and Lewis Capaldi are great, but there's only one Boss Susan Dalgety

Edinburgh-born actor Ewen Bremner went to Portobello High School. His roles have inluded playing Daniel "Spud" Murphy in Trainspotting and its 2017 sequel T2 Trainspotting as well as parts in blockbusters such as Pearl Harbor and Black Hawk Down.

Celebs who went to Portobello High School Gary Flockhart

Runners were pictured in the Craigentinny area of the city on Sunday morning.

In pictures: Edinburgh marathon gets underway Gary Flockhart

Actor Greg McHugh will bring his much loved BBC TV character Gary: Tank Commander to Edinburgh this August. He will perform his one-hour Gary Talks (Yous Listen) show at the Gilded Balloon Teviot debating hall at 5.30pm on August 18-21 and 23-28. Expect some 'cheesy chips' and Gary's words of wisdom among the laughs.

Famous faces at this year's Festival Fringe - in pictures Kevin Quinn

Here are 10 photos of Harry and his superfans from the Love On Tour concert in Edinburgh.

Harry Styles' Edinburgh gig in pictures Gary Flockhart

Before taking to the stage at BT Murrayfield Stadium on Friday night, Harry Styles enjoyed a game of the home at the Old Course In St Andrews.

Watch Harry Styles playing golf before Edinburgh gig Gary Flockhart

Where: 242 Morrison Street, Edinburgh EH3 8DT

Best pubs to hit before Harry Styles gigs Gary Flockhart

Harry Styles is set to play two massive gigs at BT Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh this weekend. Photo: Kevin Mazur/Getty Images

Where to eat near BT Murrayfield Stadium Rahmah Ghazali

Harry Styles fans have been warned to print off their tickets ahead of his shows at Edinburgh's Murrayfield Stadium (PA)

Harry Styles fans given ticket warning ahead of shows Anna Bryan

Ross Burns, has taken a photo of one of his son’s many Hot Wheels cars every day for the past 1,000 days in various locations around the UK.

Dad photographs son’s Hot Wheels cars around Edinburgh Gary Flockhart

Harry Styles is set to play two massive gigs at BT Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh this weekend. Photo: Kevin Mazur/Getty Images

Harry Styles Edinburgh tickets available under face value Gary Flockhart

Lewis Capaldi was in fine form as he played at last-minute gig at the O2 Academy in Edinburgh.

11 pictures from Lewis Capaldi's Edinburgh gig Gary Flockhart

Claire Hutchison is a conservator with the National Library of Scotland, which has one of the biggest newsaper archives in the UK.

Scottish newspaper archive secured after 'overwhelming' response to appeal Brian Ferguson

Following Harry Styles' gigs in Edinburgh this weekend, fans can attend the ‘Love On Tour Aftershow Party’ events being held at Liquid Room.

Harry Styles aftershow parties to follow Edinburgh gigs Gary Flockhart

Frankie Duncan becomes a viral sensation after dancing in front of thousands of people before Beyonce concert at Murrayfield stadium.

Beyoncé superfan speaks out over viral Murrayfield dance Annabelle Gauntlett

Lewis Capaldi was on fine form at the 02 Academy in Edinburgh on Tuesday afternoon. Photo: Kieran Smith

Review: Lewis Capaldi at Edinburgh 02 Academy Gary Flockhart

Harry Styles, who plays two gigs at BT Murrayfield Stadium this weekend, performing during the Brit Awards 2023 at the O2 Arena in London.

Harry Styles in Edinburgh: Road closures and travel advice Gary Flockhart

Leith-based Moonwake Brewing Co will hold Lunarpalooza! at The Shore, pouring pints from from 24 taps, from July 28 to 30.

Summer beer festival coming to Leith Gary Flockhart

Three stunning homes will compete for a place in the final of Scotland's Home of the Year 2023.

Scotland's Home of the Year: Episode 2 sneak peek Gary Flockhart

Beyoncer treated her entourage to a monster Nando’s order from the chicken chain’s branch at Fountain Park, requesting 110 chicken burgers, 90 pittas and nine chicken thighs.

Beyonce orders £1,800 takeaway in Edinburgh Gary Flockhart

Will artificial intelligence take over the music industry from the likes of Taylor Swift? (Picture: Terry Wyatt/Getty Images)

Swift may be replaced by AI but I'm safe until invention of Artificial Stupidity Vladimir McTavish

Beyoncé visits BT Murrayfield Stadium on Saturday, May 20 as part of her Renaissance World Tour

Here are the hits Beyonce won't sing in Edinburgh Gary Flockhart

Take a look through our photo gallery to see 10 pubs to visit before Beyonce's gig at Edinburgh's BT Murrayfield Stadium.

Best pubs to visit ahead of Beyonce's sell-out gig Gary Flockhart

Pop icon Beyonce will perform at Edinburgh's BT Murrayfield Stadium on Saturday, May 20.

Road closures and travel advice for Beyonce gig Gary Flockhart

Take a look through our photo gallery to see some of Oasis’s finest moments in Edinburgh

15 photos of Oasis in Edinburgh Gary Flockhart

Take a look through our photo gallery to see the 5 wealthiest people in Scotland, according to this year's Sunday Times Rich List.

Scotland's 5 richest people revealed Gary Flockhart

Susan Boyle will be performing at the National Prayer Breakfast for Scotland in Edinburgh this summer.

SuBo to perform I Dreamed A Dream live in Edinburgh Gary Flockhart

Sir Cliff Richard, Janey Godley and Stephanie Beacham will all appear at Prestonfield House in Edinburgh this August.

Sir Cliff Richard among stars heading to city hotel Gary Flockhart

Harry Potter author and Edinburgh resident JK Rowling, who added £30 million to her personal fortune last year, is worth a staggering £850 million, making her the 12th richest person in Scotland.

16 of the richest people in Edinburgh Gary Flockhart

Edinburgh Playhouse director Colin Marr has been at the helm of the venue for the last five and a half years.

Edinburgh Playhouse boss on why ticket sales, disruptive incidents are soaring Brian Ferguson

Take a look through our picture gallery to see what we recommend Beyonce gets up to while in Edinburgh.

11 fun things Beyonce shouldn’t miss in Edinburgh Gary Flockhart

The R&B superstar, who had just released her first solo album, picked up two awards at the MTV event in Leith.

Looking back on the time Beyonce visited Leith for star-studded event Anna Bryan

Bathgate singer Luke La Volpe has been announced among the first artists taking part in the Music Venue Trust and National Lottery’s ‘United By Music’ Tour shows this summer.

Lewis Capaldi's pal Luke La Volpe to play Edinburgh gig Gary Flockhart

The Old Train House in Edinburgh featured in the first episode of Scotland's Home of the Year on BBC One.

How Edinburgh home fared on Scotland's Home of the Year Gary Flockhart

Take a look through our photo gallery to see 13 traditional pubs in Edinburgh’s Old Town we’d recommend for a pint.

13 'proper' pubs in the Old Town Gary Flockhart

Christina and Ben pictured in their stunning Edinburgh home. Photo: Kirsty Anderson

City property featured on Scotland's Home of the Year Gary Flockhart

Ukraine act Tvorchi performs in the Eurovision Song Contest final (Picture: Aaron Chown/PA)

Ukraine was the real Eurovision winner in many ways – Angus Robertson Angus Robertson

Edinburgh-based Panda & Sons have launched their latest cocktail menu.

First look at Panda & Sons new cocktail menu Gary Flockhart

Edinburgh bar and restaurant The Alchemist has launched a new cocktail menu

The Alchemist launches playful new cocktail menu Gary Flockhart