Edinburgh’s Christmas

Sandy McNaughton Christmas, Edinburgh, Festivals, Short Breaks, Winter 13 December 202513 December 2025

Edinburgh’s Christmas: A City Wrapped in Magic

Every winter, as the temperatures drop and the daylight shortens, Edinburgh does something remarkable: it becomes even more enchanting than usual. While the Scottish capital is beautiful all year round—with its dramatic skyline, historic closes, and cobbled streets—Christmas time transforms the city into something straight out of a storybook. If you’re looking for a festive escape filled with twinkling lights, seasonal flavours, and that unmistakable holiday excitement, Edinburgh’s Christmas delivers it all.

Edinburgh’s Christmas and Hogmanay

Sandy McNaughton Christmas, Edinburgh, Festivals, Short Breaks, Winter 13 December 202513 December 2025

Edinburgh’s Christmas and Hogmanay: A Winter Wonderland and the Ultimate New Year Celebration

Edinburgh, Scotland’s enchanting capital, is a city that transforms into a magical winter wonderland every year during the festive season. With twinkling lights, the scent of mulled wine and roasted chestnuts in the air, and a host of spectacular events, Edinburgh’s Christmas and Hogmanay (the Scottish celebration of New Year’s Eve) are two of the most vibrant and unforgettable celebrations in the world.

Tattoo – Advice for First Time Visitors

Sandy McNaughton Edinburgh, Festivals 27 January 20251 September 2025Edinburgh, Edinburgh Military Tattoo, Festivals, Parking, Tattoo, Visitors 29 Comments

As a frequent visitor to the Edinburgh Military Tattoo over the years, our family has got into something of a routine in planning our trips to this amazing spectacle, so when asked for some advice about where to park if coming to the tattoo from out of town, I realised that our experiences probably had enough ‘old timers’ knowledge in them to merit a little article on how we do it.

Edinburgh August Festival City

Sandy McNaughton Festivals, Short Breaks 8 August 20248 August 2024August, Edinburgh Festival Fringe 0 Comment

Edinburgh August Festival City: it’s a great month to experience the city, where there will be lots going on to keep everyone in the family entertained. Read more

Genealogical Research, Warriston Cemetery and "Mr Kite"

Sandy McNaughton Edinburgh, Festivals, History 16 February 20202 April 2024ancestors, City Breaks, Events, Festivals, History, November 0 Comment

Genealogical research can lead one in so many different directions, and is a hobby which has been growing over the years with programmes such as “Who do you Think You Are” demonstrating the incredible stories which make a family history.