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An accessible guide to Edinburgh – how to spend a weekend in the surprisingly wheelchair-friendly city

With its winding lanes and hidden closes, Scotland’s capital might not be the first destination that comes to mind for a wheelchair-friendly trip, though with the right planning it’s endlessly rewarding, says Carrie-Ann Lightly

The Independent UK

Edinburgh Council approves return of FLY Open Air Festival in Princes Street Gardens

Edinburgh Council have granted FLY Open Air Festival for a two day event at Princes Street Gardens, with 4,000 people expected to be dancing under the castle in September.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh royal fans gush over Coronation ceremony as hundreds turn out for screening

An estimated 1,500 people flocked to Princes Street Gardens to watch Charles formally ascend to the throne eight months after the death of his mother.

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People gather for coronation screening in Princes Street Gardens

CROWDS have gathered in Edinburgh’s Princes Street Gardens to watch a live screening of the coronation.

The National (Scotland)

King's coronation to be screened in Princes Street Gardens

THE coronation will be screened live in Edinburgh’s Princes Street Gardens, the city council has announced.

The National (Scotland)

Coronation to be screened in Princes Street Gardens

Residents of and visitors to Edinburgh are invited to watch the ceremony on May 6.

The Independent UK

Going off the beaten tracks: The world's best train journeys

EVER since my dad took me to a bridge in Princes Street Gardens to watch the action in and out of Waverley, I have had a thing about trains. Back…

The National (Scotland)

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The forgotten plan to build Edinburgh's Usher Hall in Princes Street Gardens

Renowned Scots architect's dream of building the Usher Hall in West Princes Street Gardens never got off the drawing board, but detailed plans reveal it could have become a reality.

Edinburgh Live

30,000 revellers attend Edinburgh Hogmanay as it returns for first time in three years

Despite heavy rain and falling temperatures, tens of thousands of partygoers rang in the new year on Saturday at the city's Street Party and concert in Princes Street Gardens

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh Princes Street Gardens shut in safety crackdown as ice causes hazard

As well as the iconic street party on Princes Street, there are associated events like the beautiful Torchlight Procession down the Royal Mile, an old Viking tradition.

Edinburgh Live

Six affordable Edinburgh Christmas Market alternatives for families to enjoy

Christmas in Edinburgh is a big deal but with everyone heading to the Market at Princes Street Gardens it can get a bit busy, with that in mind we've taken a look at some of the best alternatives from around the city.

Edinburgh Live

Pictures show Edinburgh Christmas Market as it takes shape on Princes Street Gardens

The foundations on which 70 stalls are set to be situated on are in the process of being laid by forklifts as work has begun on delivering Edinburgh's famous festive events

Edinburgh Live

The one rule that stopped Edinburgh’s plan to build a ‘crystal palace’

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh Summer Sessions: All you need to know about upcoming events

The Edinburgh Summer Sessions have returned after a two-year hiatus, with a variety of big name acts set to perform in the Ross Bandstand in Princes Street Gardens.

Edinburgh Live

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Sir Tom Jones collapses on stage suddenly ahead of Edinburgh Princes Street Gardens show

The iconic singer has had to postpone his concert in Budapest after he fell ill, just weeks before his blockbuster performance at Edinburgh's Princes Street Gardens.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh's Princes Street Gardens named amongst UK's most popular places for a picnic this summer

The favoured city-centre garden has made it to the list of UK's best spots to enjoy outdoor dining just in time to celebrate National Picnic Week.

The Independent UK

Edinburgh celebrates Platinum Jubilee with picnics and live entertainment

Those attending the free event in West Princes Street Gardens were able to watch the Platinum Jubilee Pageant broadcast live from London.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh local recalls 1988 groundbreaking Pride event that followed the introduction of Section 28

Days after the introduction of Section 28 in the UK, LGBT+ campaigners in Edinburgh teamed up to show opposition to the legislation - with Lark in the Park held in Princes Street Gardens.

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Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh's Princes Street Gardens to have large screen erected for Jubilee

The screen will be placed in the city centre location next month and an event to mark the Queen's Jubilee will also see the Royal Marine's as well as local acts perform.

Daily Record

Scottish music legends Simple Minds announce massive show to help Ukraine

The band will play at Princes Street Gardens in Edinburgh

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh weather latest as Castle and Botanic Gardens close due to Storm Gladys

Princes Street Gardens, The Botanics, Edinburgh Castle and Lauriston Castle have all had to close their doors to the public today as the capital faces a weather warning

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh Christmas market 'abused' Princes Street Gardens as grass unrestored a month on

Heritage campaigners say the gardens have been left in a disgraceful state following the departure of Edinburgh's Christmas market from the iconic park last month

The Guardian - UK

‘Eco-terrorist’ who planted bomb in Edinburgh park jailed

Nikolaos Karvounakis had placed improvised device at Princes Street Gardens in January 2018

Daily Record

'Terrorist mafia thug' planted 'F**k you all' bomb in Edinburgh is jailed

Former Greek serviceman Nikolaos Karvounakis left the device in a shelter at Princes Street Gardens in Edinburgh.

Daily Record

'Terrorist Mafia' thug planted 'bomb' with note in Edinburgh's Princes Street Gardens

Nikolaos Karvounakis claimed to be a member of the International Terrorist Mafia - a Mexican eco- terror group - after placing the device in Edinburgh's Princes Street Gardens.

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