A children’s dance show coming to the capital

An award-nominated dance theatre show is coming to Edinburgh just in time for the festive season. Barrowland Ballet presents Poggle at the Studio Edinburgh, from Wednesday 12 to Monday 24 December (not 17 or 23). Poggle is a funny, intimate and delightful dance theatre piece which takes young children on a visual and musical journey…

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The secret locations hidden during World War 2

We all think that we know the areas where we currently live, and indeed, where we grew up. We know the local parks, the places to go for walks and the shortcuts to get home – but how much do we really know about our areas? In Secret Wartime Britain: Hidden Places That Helped Win…

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Edinburgh Castle is set to be rebuilt – in Australia

A full-size replica of Edinburgh Castle is to be constructed in Australia. The backdrop of a full-size replica of the castle will be built at the iconic ANZ Stadium in Sydney, when the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo plays a four-night showcase in Australia next year, marking a new international deal as part of the company’s…

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Salon launches mental health campaign

When mental health issues hit, they can strike in the most unusual and unexpected ways. Some may struggle to get up in the morning. Others may dread opening the curtains. Others may find the sight of their workplace induces stress and panic. An Edinburgh-based salon, Vincent Bell Hairdressing has launched a mental health campaign entitled…

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Get ready for Funny Firsts with BBC Scotland

Scotland is well-known for its comedians and funny people across the UK – and even the world. From Billy Connolly and Robbie Coltrane, to newer comics like Kevin Bridges and Susan Calman, Scots have been making everyone chuckle for years. And now, BBC Scotland is showcasing Scottish comedy talent across TV, radio and iPlayer, BBC…

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Eight new single casks released by GlenAllachie

The full spectrum of spirits being created at The GlenAllachie Distillery can now be enjoyed with the release of a series of single cask editions. These are its first batches of single casks specially selected for different markets and retailers. Master distiller Billy Walker has personally chosen a selection of casks that showcase the GlenAllachie…

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Robots and videogames to feature at the V&A

V&A Dundee’s 2019 international exhibition programme will feature videogames, robots and the future of design. Scotland’s first design museum will celebrate the design and culture of contemporary videogames with the V&A’s spectacular show Videogames: Design/Play/Disrupt, which will run from 20 April to 8 September 2019. This is the first exhibition to fully consider the complexity…

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Henge gig promises to be out of this world

Music that’s out of this world is coming to Scotland’s festival village. Moniaive in Dumfries and Galloway is renowned for hosting bands from all over the world – but now its welcoming musicians from Venus and beyond. The mighty Henge, who describe themselves as ‘an extra-terrestrial music collective’ plan to bring their unique sound to…

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Flavours of the festive season captured in gin

A supermarket is releasing a range of limited edition gins from Scotland, inspired by the festive season. Part of the St Andrews based distiller Eden Mill’s Botanical Project, the Winter Warmer Gin (ÂŁ19.99, 50cl) and Baked Apple and Salted Caramel Liqueur (ÂŁ14.99, 50cl) are both exclusive to ALDI. On sale now, the seasonal, limited-edition Winter…

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Transforming a waterside wasteland

Work has started on a residential development that will transform long-term disused land at a prominent section of Leith’s waterfront. The popular Waterfront Plaza project by CALA Homes (East) located opposite Ocean Terminal will see the creation of 388 homes, along with 1500sq.m of flexible workspace units inspired by The Arches at Market Street near…

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