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Rare Georgian townhouse in Edinburgh’s New Town hits the market

Culture | Homes & Gardens
A Georgian townhouse that lies within a UNESCO World Heritage Site has gone on the market for nearly £2.5million. Buyers have a rare opportunity to...
FREE PICTURE: Book Sale Launch for Christian Aid Scotland, Edinburgh, Thur 11/05/2023: Scotland’s biggest charity book sale opens its’ doors this weekend, Edinburgh : Scotland’s largest and oldest charity book sale opens on Saturday (13 May 2023, 10am to 4pm) at St Andrew’s and St George’s West Church for its 51st year.  Thousands of books in every genre will be available to browse and buy. Pictured is Scottish writer James Robertson - Patron of this year’s book sale and author of The Testament Of Gideon Mack which is currently one of the the texts studied by students sitting National 5 English exams. This year’s sale Patron is James Robertson, award-winning Scottish author and co-founder of Itchy Coo, the Leith-based publishing house specialising in Scots language books for children and young adults.  One of Robertson’s books, “The Testament of Gideon Mack”, was long listed for the Booker Prize and is currently one of the texts studied by school pupils sitting National 5 English exams. More information in accompanying Press Release or from: Jo Dallas, media officer at Christian Aid Scotland - 07778 109 541- JDallas@christian-aid.org Photography for Christian Aid Scotland from: Colin Hattersley Photography - www.colinhattersley.com - cphattersley@gmail.com - 07974 957 388.

First edition James Robertson novel up for grabs at charity book sale

Culture | News
Scotland’s largest charity book sale opens this weekend - with highlights including a first edition of James Robertson’s Booker Prize listed novel. The sale, which...
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Medieval coin unearthed by amateur metal detectorist on show

Culture
A rare medieval coin recently unearthed by an amateur metal detectorist has gone on show. The silver penny depicting Malcolm IV of Scotland is being...
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Photographer Soo Burnell returns to Edinburgh with new exhibition

Culture | Visual Arts
Scottish photographer Soo Burnell is returning to Edinburgh with a stunning new exhibition which pays homage to the city she grew up in. Burnell has...
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Scottish Masterchef winner Jamie Scott to open new restaurant

Culture | Eating Out | Food and Drink
Scottish Masterchef winner Jamie Scott will open his new restaurant this week - offering diners a more relaxed experience than his other award winning eatery....
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Noss Nature Reserve reopened following avian flu outbreak

Culture | News
Noss National Nature Reserve has reopened to the public following the island’s closure last year due to avian flu. The Noss ferry has resumed service...
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