Things to do this week/end in Leeds, Bradford, Edinburgh and more

Got plans for the weekend? Here are a few ideas of things to do in Leeds, Bradford, Edinburgh and more:

The dinosaurs are back and win a VIP table at Oktoberfest Leeds... ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌   This week...   ·         7 new openings coming soon to Leeds ·         Summer days out ·         WIN a VIP table at Oktoberfest Leeds ·         Leeds Jurassic Trail is back! ·         Try this awesome street art trail ·         WIN an epic day of food, cocktails & shopping worth £500 ·         Top dog walking spots ·         7 delightful summer walks ·         Fishing shops   7 Stellar New Openings Coming Soon to Leeds Here we go! Another seven new additions coming to Leeds, with a mix of familiar names and all-new ventures. From steak restaurants to pizza joints, co-working spaces to exclusive members' clubs, these are the new openings you need to know about.      15 of the Best Pub Walks in Yorkshire   WIN a VIP Table for 8 People at Oktoberfest Worth £280 Back bigger and better than ever, Oktoberfest Leeds promises four nights of Bavarian revelry! Expect traditional food, beer and music played live by their oompah band. Want to go? Here's how you can win a VIP table for 8!     10 Undeniably Awesome Summer Days Out in Yorkshire Where will your next adventure take you? You could discover a little market town or an art gallery in the great outdoors. You could explore the ruins of an abbey or visit a historic castle. You could even delve into a mystical cave.      Load Up on the Very Best Pasta in Leeds   The Jurassic Trail is Back With a Herd Of Life-Sized Tail-Wagging Dinosaurs in All Their Roaring Glory The school holidays just got better because Leeds Jurassic Trail is back. Round up the kids and head into the city centre to hunt out 13 ginormous animatronic dinosaurs. They move, they roar and they look incredibly real. Plus, you can visit their Jurassic store, jump on a dino-themed ride and win great prizes!     10 of the Best Dog Walking Spots in Leeds Heading out with the pooch this weekend?     Everything You Need to Do in Leeds Now the City Has Reopened   Hunt Out the Incredible Works of Art Hidden Around the City Fancy a fantastic (and blissfully free) day out? Check out this street art trail. From carbon-conscious murals to colourful canal boats, you'll discover 27 incredible works of art as you wander around the city centre. Don't forget your camera!     WIN An Epic Day Of Food, Cocktails and Shopping in Leeds Worth £500 Want to celebrate your freedom with a day of food, cocktails and shopping? You're in luck because we're giving away dinner at The Whitehall, drinks at The Domino Club and a fantastic shopping spree at three fantastic indie stores!     30 Must-visit Yorkshire Attractions   The Best Fishing Shops in Leeds Stock up for your next fishing trip.      7 Delightful Summer Walks Within an Hour of Leeds Fancy getting out this weekend? We've got just the thing! You can stretch your legs and explore the Yorkshire countryside on one of these scenic walks. From climbing to the top of Baildon Moor to take in the views to wandering around Eccup Reservoir, these wonderful leisurely rambles are all within an hour of Leeds.      Want to reach a sociable, local audience? You get much more than ads with Leeds-List. You can engage new customers with custom content and grow your business. Learn more        Share     Tweet     Share     Forward   Leeds-List.com Tel: 0113 3200710  Email: enquiries@leeds-list.com  Leeds Digital Magazines, Park House, Park Square West, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 2PW.

The Art of Football @ Seven Friday 2nd July 7.30pm, join Josh Flowers for his first Leeds performance in over 2 years, bringing his studio band to play a collection of new and old songs. Josh is a songwriter and musical collaborator, fascinated by the strangeness of people and the beauty of everyday things. His debut album Mellow Drama will be released summer 2021. £10. Doors 7pm. This weekend from Friday 25th May, 5pm, we've teamed up with our favourite neighbour, Canteen. Order your delicious pizza at Seven and the Canteen experience will be zipped across the road. Friday 2nd July from 5pm and Saturday 3rd – Sunday 4th July from 12 noon. Starting Saturday 3rd July is the first of our Summer Saturdays taking place over July and August, showcasing great live music organised by Mewl Music. This evening, a warm welcome to Sugarwell Hill featuring Simon Robinson and Michael Russell playing hypnotic, foot stomping old time fiddle tunes and ballads. 5-7pm in Seven's Courtyard or inside if wet. PWYF. Also on Saturday 3rd July 8pm....breaking news.... watch the Euro2020 England v Ukraine match on the biggest screen in Chapel Allerton. Pizzas from canteen available. Take your seats from 7.15pm (40 limit). 8pm kick-off. On Sunday 4th July 1.30pm, JazzLeeds – Jazz Cafe, the friendliest jazz jam session in town!  The JazzLeeds rhythm section will be there to support you, so you can try out all those new tunes and instruments you learnt during lockdown! Check our website for details. Doors 1.15pm. Tickets £7 full / £5 conc. We  look forward to seeing you at Seven very soon. Every £ spent at Seven helps support high quality arts in a local setting.  follow on Twitter | friend on Facebook | forward to a friend  Copyright © 2021 Seven Arts Leeds, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Seven Arts Leeds 31(a) Harrogate Road Chapel Allerton Leeds, West Yorkshire LS7 3PD United Kingdom

LIFF Presents: Previews of Limbo (plus live Q&A with director Ben Sharrock) & The Witches of the Orient...       LIFF Presents: Limbo and The Witches of the Orient   We return to City Varieties for two more exciting LIFF Presents previews in July. Screening on 21 July, Limbo is a wry, funny and poignant cross-cultural satire about the hardship and hope of the refugee experience. Set on a fictional remote Scottish island, it follows a group of new arrivals as they await the results of their asylum claims. Writer/Director Ben Sharrock will be joining us for a Q&A.   Screening on 14 July, The Witches of the Orient is a fascinating documentary about the supernaturally talented Japanese women’s volleyball team who began at an Osaka textile factory and rose to become international icons and triumph at the 1964 Tokyo Olympics. The screening will be followed by a pre-recorded Q&A. LIFF Presents: Preview of Limbo + Q&A with Ben Sharrock - Weds 21 July, 7.30pm LIFF Presents: Preview of The Witches of the Orient + Q&A - Weds 14 July, 8pm       LIFF Behind the Scenes: Olivia Thomas, Another Round at City Varieties, Hyde Park Picture House - On the Road & more...     LIFF Selects on Leeds Film Player   Our current bumper selection of acclaimed new independent films remains on Leeds Film Player until the end of July. They include Francis Lee’s Ammonite, Oscar-winning Minari, two music documentaries Punk the Capital and Sisters with Transistors, and darkly stylish queer coming-of-age thriller Sequin in a Blue Room. Rental prices are either £3.50 or £4.50 and you can rent all nine films for £25 with the LIFF Selects Pass.     LIFF Behind the Scenes: Olivia Thomas   For the latest instalment in our LIFF Behind the Scenes series of interviews with people working in film exhibition in Leeds and Yorkshire, we talk to Olivia Thomas, Film Office Coordinator at Screen Yorkshire and member of Leeds Queer Film Festival's organising committee. LIFF Behind the Scenes gives you the chance to get to know people at some of your favourite film organisations. Read the LIFF Behind the Scenes interview     Another Round at City Varieties   After its sold-out LIFF Presents preview in June, Oscar and BAFTA-winning Another Round returns to City Varieties for a week of screenings from 9 July as part of Hyde Park Picture House On the Road. Teachers Martin (Mads Mikkelsen), Tommy, Peter and Nikolaj embark on an experiment to maintain a high alcohol quotient in their bloodstreams to see if it will help them deal with their mid-life crises. From Fri 2 July. Citywide & Fri 9 - Thu 15 July. City Varieties     On the Road with Hyde Park Picture House at Leeds University Union    The Hyde Park Picture House's On the Road touring programme returns with some unique independent film selections at Leeds University Union. Noémie Merlant (Portrait of a Lady on Fire) stars as a young woman who falls in love with a fairground ride in Jumbo (21-22 July), Moomins creator Tove Jansson is the subject of biopic Tove (28-29 July) and there are two relaxed screenings of the remarkable autism documentary The Reason I Jump (21-22 July).     Don't Go Gentle: A Film About IDLES   One of the most popular British bands of recent years, IDLES have struck a chord with audiences with their punk-style raw honesty and anthemic songs. Documentary Don't Go Gentle: A Film About IDLES joins singer Joe Talbot on a journey through a series of the band's concerts, encountering IDLES' hugely passionate fanbase and capturing the band's determination to find their place and speak out about the issues that matter to them.   2-3 July, Showcase Cinema de Lux Leeds & 7 July, Leeds University Union     Nashville: 4K Restoration   An enduring figurehead of the mid 60s to early 80s 'New Hollywood' era, Robert Altman was known for his naturalistic yet subversive fiction features. Now restored in 4K, his 1975 film Nashville follows a colourful ensemble of characters - musicians, agents, fans, journalists, politicians, locals - over five days in the city’s busy concert schedule. Starring  Lily Tomin, Ned Beatty, Keith Carradine and Karen Black.   Thu 15 July. 11am & 7.30pm Science and Media Museum     UK Jewish Film - Back to Cinema: When Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit First premiered in the UK as the Opening Night Gala of the 2020 UK Jewish Film Festival, When Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit now screens as part of the UK Jewish Film: Back to Cinema season. Anna’s carefree childhood is disrupted when her parents decide to flee Germany shortly before Hitler attains power. The film captures both the experience of growing up during the increasing threat and the magic of childhood. Sun 18 July, 4.30pm Everyman Leeds     Independent Directions Film Festival: INDIs Movie Nights   Independent Directions Film Festival's year-round film programme is back with a new series of Movie Nights in Leeds venues. The next screening will take place on Sun 25 July at City Varieties. We will be announcing what's showing over the next week, so follow INDIs on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for updates.       The Criterion Collection Competition: Win July's releases on Blu-ray   Our exclusive monthly competition gives you the chance to win one of two bundles of the latest Blu-rays from The Criterion Collection. July's releases include Pariah, Bringing Up Baby and Mirror. For a chance to win, answer the following question: Which US city was Bringing Up Baby star Katherine Hepburn born in? Email answers to leeds.film@leeds.gov.uk by midnight on Sat 31 July 2021.     Film industry opportunities...     Birds’ Eye View: Director role   Birds’ Eye View (BEV) is a not-for-profit that centres the female and non-binary perspective in film through events, conversation and community. BEV is looking for a new Director who is a bold, values-driven, film-savvy leader able to advocate for gender equality and diversity in all film spaces with experience in curation and building audiences for film. Apply by Weds 7 July     Hebden Bridge Picture House: Projectionist / Technical role Hebden Royd Town Council is seeking to recruit a Projectionist / Technician to join the Front of House / Exhibition Team at the Hebden Bridge Picture House, to work regular hours each week plus be flexible to work additional hours. The Projectionist / Technician would be responsible for all technical aspects of film screenings and live events at the Picture House. Apply by Tues 6 July     Screen Yorkshire launches FLEX: Writers, directors and producers   Screen Yorkshire has opened applications to its brand-new Flex programme, developed in collaboration with the Screen Industries Growth Network. Flex is a development hub for screen talent, providing an opportunity for writers, producers and directors to explore story in an inspiring and progressive, platform neutral, space. Applications are open for individuals, and writers may apply as a duo. Apply by Thu 22 June, midday         Leeds Film is supported by the British Film Institute  Leeds Film is proud to have achieved the BFI Diversity Standards

 

We were gutted to have to temporarily close the rooftop last week but we did promise we'd make it up to you...    THE ROOFTOP IS DOING FOOD!   Thursday 1st July 12pm, we'll not only be back with the bevs, the tunes and some of the best views in Leeds, but you can get delish pizzas and some cheeky loaded fries too!    Don't worry vegans and gluten free pals, we've got you covered too. Wanna see more? Make sure you're following @eastparaderooftop on Insta.     The rooftop is still walk-ins only 🕺🏻 so get on up here from 12PM THURSDAY 1ST JULY and keep your eye on our Insta stories for the latest on opening times. We're the worst kept secret in Leeds, but if you still don't know where to find us, watch this reel and we'll see you up on the rooftop ASAP 🥳   FOLLOW US ON INSTA   See ya on the rooftop! 🍻     Any questions? Give us a shout at hello@eastparaderooftop.com Brought to you by & Company 10-12 E Parade, Leeds LS1 2BH 17 Mann Island, Merseyside, Liverpool, England L3 1BP A gift to say, 'We appreciate you!'     Our Shops                     Food & Drink                    What's On                     Gift Card       Thank you teacher!   With term time coming to an end, the Trinity Leeds Gift Card makes the perfect present to say thank you to your teacher. It can be used in the majority of our shops and restaurants. Rock on, summer holidays!       Not sure how to get to Trinity Leeds? See our Getting Here guide by clicking HERE     Our Shops   What's On Food & Drink   Gift Card       Brand Directory  |  Contact Us  |  Parking | Getting Here   Land Securities Group PLC is a company registered in England and Wales with its registered office at 100 Victoria Street, London, SW1E 5JL.

Harewood Update   Craft Spotlight - Chris Day Now Open   Discover a new exhibition by glassblower Chris Day in Harewood’s All Saints’ Church, as part of our Craft Spotlight series. The series provides a platform for emerging makers of diverse ethnicity, particularly in view of the significant under representation of diverse heritage among makers in the craft sector. Our first artist, Chris Day, creates glass works that open conversations around Black history including the Transatlantic Slave Trade and will bring Harewood’s own history into that dialogue through a new work he has made for the exhibition. Find Out More >> Book Day Tickets >>     Harewood on Film Opening Soon   Opening 10 July, explore the stories of filming at Harewood throughout  Below Stairs, from Victoria to Mary Berry, and Emmerdale to Downton Abbey. With this display we hope to give you a behind-the-scenes glimpse into Harewood on Film, and an understanding as to why filming is so important to Harewood as a charity. See original costumes from ITV’s Victoria, behind the scenes images from the filming of Downton Abbey, and get an insight into film trickery, fakery and more.   Book Day Tickets >>     A Storm at Harewood     After a sold out first run, we're delighted that new dates have been released for A Storm at Harewood with Heritage Corner. Join Britain’s favourite circus owner of African heritage Pablo Fanque and his wife Susannah on this 90-minute guided walk. Hear their amazing story as Heritage Corner transport you from the grounds to the house, revealing hidden narratives of African and West Indian connections to Harewood’s history. New Dates added :  + Thursday 26 August + Wednesday 15 September + Saturday 18 September   A Storm at Harewood >>     Harewood Holistics    Like Water Morning Yoga Retreat  Sun 25 July  Enjoy an energising yet relaxing retreat brought to you by Yoga Kula and Harewood Holistics this summer. Journey through the Lakeside, Himalayan Gardens and Harewood Stupa to connect with nature and calm your mind. This event focuses on the water element and you can enjoy activities that help you to go with the flow and find more softness and release. The morning also features an hour of lakeside gentle hatha yoga, tea ceremony with Rasa Tea and an hour of indoor yoga nidra.   Thrive Morning Yoga Retreat Sun 15 August  Allow yourself to Thrive again with a very special morning retreat. Join Yoga Kula and Harewood Holistics for a morning of outdoor yoga based amongst beautiful lakeside views and indoor meditation to help you reconnect with nature and rediscover yourself.  Afterwards, enjoy a warming herbal tea using locally produced seasonal herbs and a healthy energy snack from Harewood Food and Drink Project. You will leave feeling energised and grounded after this unique event. Like Water >> Thrive >>   Harewood Unlimited   Himalayan Birds Twilight Tour Discover the threatened Himalayan bird species that live at Harewood, learn about their care, and spot wild birds that Harewood has in common with Nepal. Plus a chance to quiz a Bird Garden keeper with a glass of bubbly in hand.   Himalayan Birds Tour >>   'Dig to victory' to 'no dig' Walled Garden tour An exclusive evening in Harewood's Walled Garden with Trevor Nicholson. Learn about its history, from its beginnings in the 18th century to how it fuelled Harewood throughout the Wars, to the organic movement of the present day.   Walled Garden Tour >> Outdoor Theatre    Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland Fri 23 July  Take a trip down the rabbit hole this summer as Chapterhouse Theatre Company present this brand new production of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Join Alice as she stumbles into the magical world of wonderland and meet a whole host of colourful characters.   Alice's Adventures >>   Mr Stink Thurs 29 + Fri 30 July Join Heartbreak Productions for David Walliams’ best-seller Mr Stink on the outdoor stage. Pack a picnic, grab a chair and dress for the weather. Packed with fun, humour and a heart-warming message, this touching tale provides the perfect family entertainment.   Mr Stink >>   The Further Adventures of Doctor Dolittle Tues 3 Aug   This summer, Illyria is delving back into Hugh Lofting’s amazing stories to bring you a brand-new musical adaptation of The Further Adventures of Doctor Dolittle with Jip the Dog, Dab Dab the Duck, Gub Gub the Pig and many more.   HMS Pinafore Tue 20 Aug   Set on board the warship HMS Pinafore, the opera cheerfully mocks such Great British institutions as class, patriotism and the Royal Navy. This wonderful comic opera gets the complete Illyria treatment, faithfully performed by a reduced cast on a beautiful nautical set. Doctor Dolittle >> HMS Pinafore >>   Thank you for your continued support.    Harewood House Trust, Harewood Leeds, West Yorkshire LS17 9LG Registered charity in England no 517753

What's on at Pictureville Don’t forget that you can receive free and discounted cinema tickets, plus money off in our bar and shop by becoming a Pictureville member. We're following the latest government safety guidelines to make visits to our cinemas as comfortable as possible. You can find more information on our FAQs page.    WEEKLY LISTINGS (2 – 8 JULY)   FULL WEEKLY LISTINGS     IMAX: FAST & FURIOUS 9 (12A) Fri 19.00; Sat 19.00; Sun 19.00; Wed 19.00; Thu 19.00   BOOK NOW     ANOTHER ROUND (12A) Fri 19.30; Sat 18.30; Sun 19.30; Wed 19.30; Thu 11.00 & 18.30   BOOK NOW   SUPERNOVA (15) Fri 16.00; Sat 16.00; Sun 18.30; Wed 16.00; Thu 19.30   BOOK NOW     FARGO 4K RESTORATION (15) Sat 19.30   BOOK NOW   AFTER LOVE (12A) Fri 18.30; Wed 18.30   BOOK NOW     MANDABI WITH Q+A (PG) Sun 16.00   BOOK NOW   KIDS' CLUB: CATS & DOGS: PAWS UNITE! (U) Sat 10.30; Sun 10.30   BOOK NOW     IMAX 45s     IMAX: ANTARCTICA (U)   BOOK NOW   IMAX: APOLLO 11: FIRST STEPS EDITION (U)   BOOK NOW   IMAX: WALKING WITH DINOSAURS (U)   BOOK NOW   COMING SOON       Black Widow (12A) Tickets are now on sale to experience Marvel Studios’ new action-packed spy thriller Black Widow on the biggest screen in the region — Bradford’s IMAX. Book now for screenings from 9 July.    BOOK NOW       © National Science and Media Museum 2021 National Science and Media Museum, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1NQ (as part of the Science Museum Group) is an exempt charity under the Second Schedule of the Charities Act of 1960 and is recognised as charitable by HM Revenue and Customs.

 

Latest News from Bradford Libraries New Library Catalogue Our new library catalogue launched last week.  This is where you can log into your account to reserve or renew your items. Please use the link below to access the catalogue.  Your log in details will be the same as when using the previous system.  If your card has an R before the numbers, please do not type this in. Also, if your card number ends in an X, please make sure you type this in as a capital. https://bradford.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/ Re-introduction of library fines We know that this year has been challenging, and your library books may have been the last thing on your mind and so we have waived fines on overdue books until the end of June 2021. So hunt down those library books and other library items, and bring them back to any of Bradford's Libraries before the end of June as any items returned late after 5th July 2021 will incur overdue charges. If you can't get to a library you can renew your books online by using the link here Skills for Work – Family Learning & Adult Skills Skills for Work – Family Learning & Adult Skills are working in partnership with libraries across the district. Courses are starting over the next few weeks in City Library and Manningham. As restrictions are eased this will be rolled out to other libraries across the district. Follow us. All information is available on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/SkillsForWorkBradford Do you want to meet new friends in your community? Need to improve your speaking, English and maths skills? Support your children with their homework? Require support with jobsearch and employability? Register your interest and you will be contacted to discuss your individual needs. ESOL & Functional Skills Maths and English Register your interest here

 

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What’s happening in Edinburgh in July 2021             We’re dusting off the BBQ, digging out our summer wardrobe and looking forward to long summer evenings – yes, summer has arrived in Edinburgh! Local or tourist, you’ll discover July in Edinburgh is packed with unique and exciting events, festivals and activities that’ll keep the whole family entertained. While a large number of events will take place outdoors, there are some indoor events, should the Scottish sunshine decide to disappear for the day! Whether it’s returning to old haunts or discovering new gems, join us as we explore some of the family-friendly, fascinating and fun-packed events that are happening in Edinburgh this month……   Edinburgh in July               What’s on this month     Summer in Edinburgh means Festivals and this month we see the return of three exciting Festivals. Edinburgh Science Festival has 200+ exhibitions, tours & trails, online discussions, fun activities & in-person experiences. With a family-friendly orientated programme, discover everything from spacecraft to the workings of the human body. Fans of jazz & blues rejoice as the Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival is back for 2021 with an exciting programme of both online and in-person concerts showcasing the amazing music coming out of Scotland. Bringing together 35+ exhibitions in art spaces across the city, complemented by an online programme of events & digital presentations, Edinburgh Art Festival is sure to be a visual treat. If cracking the code is your thing, Search Party Edinburgh have the perfect interactive adventure to test your skills. Or discover The Galloway Hoard at the National Museum of Scotland, the richest collection of rare and unique Viking-age objects ever found in Britain or Ireland.   What's On in July               Schools Out for Summer!     The doors have closed on another school term. This summer prise your wee ones away from their laptops and discover a host of things that’ll keep them entertained throughout the holidays. From making their own chocolate bars to battling with dinosaurs, everyday will be an adventure!   Things to do with the kids in Edinburgh this summer               Explore Beyond Edinburgh     From sweeping silver beaches, diverse wildlife, exciting museums and legendary golf course, the Lothians have all you need for a great day out, and it’s all within easy travelling distance from Edinburgh.   Experience East Lothian’s 40 miles of stunning coastline & beaches and discover why it’s a haven for water sports, or wander through picturesque coastal villages and try your hand at some of the world’s most popular golf courses in Fife. It’s all waiting to be explored.   Explore our Guide to Exploring beyond Edinburgh and start planning your next daytrip   Exploring beyond Edinburgh               Folklore and Myths in Edinburgh     From spellbinding tales of the famous boy wizard to mystical horned creatures, Edinburgh is packed to the gunnels with stories of magical myths and fantastic folklore. So, if you’re sitting comfortably, we’ll begin - join us as we explore some of Edinburgh’s most enchanting tales and plan a trip to experience them for yourselves…...   Explore the magic of Edinburgh               For old times, for new times, Edinburgh is a city for everyone.   Forever Edinburgh

 

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