Tag: Christmas
Gaming news
We asked our resident gamer, Kevin Kennedy, to introduce us gently to his world….Here is what he thinks we mean by gentle...
For the beginners among you, and the more experienced too he reviews ways...
Step into Christmas at The Centre
The Centre, Livingston is getting ready to launch Christmas with a magnificent light show and a headline performance from percussion artists, Slam.
The festive countdown will commence with a spectacular Magic of Light display launched...
Almost time for the Christmas adverts…
So here it is Merry Christmas everybody's havin' fun..... With thanks to our new best friends from Slade, we know that actually everyone is not having fun, but retailers would like to think you...
The Great Scottish Santa Run
This is taking place in West Princes Street Gardens on 8 December 2013. Have you entered? Are you game?
Once more Scotland's fundraising Santa's will run, walk and stroll around West Princes Street Gardens, which...
Operation Christmas Child needs your help
Operation Christmas Child Calls for united community action
Samaritan’s Purse is appealing to everyone across Edinburgh and Midlothian to join others in their community and help bring joy and hope to one million children as...
Christmas Parties at The Royal McGregor
Do something different this Christmas...
What are the main ingredients of a great office Christmas party? You might say that delicious food, your favourite tipple and good company is the perfect mix . An easy...
The Bed Shop would like you to treat your holiday guests to a new...
Gordon Burgess, owner of The Bed Shop, advises on buying a new bed for your Christmas visitors
THE BED SHOP - GETTING AHEAD WITH A NEW BED FOR THE FESTIVE SEASON
The holidays are over, autumn’s...
Win tickets for White Christmas at the Festival Theatre
PLEASE NOTE THIS COMPETITION IS NOW CLOSED.....
White Christmas is coming to the Festival Theatre from the end of November until the beginning of January. With three well-known TV personalities playing the main characters and...
It’s going to be a great Christmas in Edinburgh
If the standard of the launch event is anything to go by then you are all in for a good time this Christmas.
This morning we were entertained by some of the acts who will...
It’s going to be a White Christmas in Edinburgh
We all now how lovely a summer it has been in Edinburgh and now we are being encouraged to look forward to a White Christmas at the Festival Theatre. Directed by David Morgan the...
Chocolate Hampers for Christmas from The Harvest Garden
What could be better than a chocolate hamper? A chocolate and wine hamper of course!
Where to look? Well, our preferred chocolate shop,The Harvest Garden in Morningside have all of this and more. And one...
Christmas event at the Assembly Rooms
Christmas Shopping Festival features over 50 exhibitors offering a unique shopping experience and family day out. Show features include a festive shopping area showcasing unique gift ideas including handmade products, jewellery, health and beauty...
Santas ready for their run
A group of Santas were put through their paces at Meadowbank Stadium yesterday morning, to get them gold-medal ready for the tenth Great Edinburgh Santa Run, which takes place this Sunday 9 December.
The Great Edinburgh...
Winter Wall in the Canongate
A festive 'Winter Wall' was unveiled last night on the capital's historic Royal Mile by the Edinburgh Makar and prize-winning novelist Ron Butlin.
You can watch our video here
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The project, supported by The City of Edinburgh...
Christmas Light Night – fizz or damp squib?
So they lit the tree on The Mound tonight and let off a few bangers.....and this is our capital city where we claim that people should come for the ultimate in Christmas and New...
Coming to Edinburgh at Christmas?
Christmas in Edinburgh
If you want snow this Christmas chances are you’re more likely to get it in Scotland than anywhere else in the UK. But snow or not, for a whole month, Edinburgh is...
Suggestions for your festive outings in Edinburgh
Although we really hate to admit it, before we know it, Christmas 2012 will be here! Maybe time then to plan a festive lunch or dinner with friends, family or colleagues.
If a country house...
The Edinburgh Reporter Advent Calendar – Gift idea for cooks – ‘A Taste...
The affection that Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother felt for Caithness and The Castle of Mey was well understood and appreciated, not only by those closest to Her, but also by the...
AUDIO – Don’t give fire a chance this Christmas
Scottish Fire Chiefs have united to urge Scots to protect their homes over the festive season as new statistics show that fire casualties rise by a third at this time of year.
As homes come...
The Edinburgh Reporter Advent Calendar – Gifts for everyone – Vino Wineshops
Your local wine shop...with gift ideas for everyone above the age of 18! Andrew from Vino offers his gift ideas - available at the four locations around the city listed below.
For Him DIY BEER KIT ...
The Edinburgh Reporter Advent Calendar – Gifts for everyone – Books from Waterstone’s
MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM WATERSTONE’S EDINBURGH GEORGE STREET!
The Reporter asked the lovely staff up in George Street for a few suggestions of interesting books to fill some stockings this Christmas. Waterstone's have lots of ideas!...
Still time to order a Letter from Santa in aid of the NSPCC
The NSPCC is reminding people in Edinburgh that there is still time to add some extra magic to a child’s Christmas this year by ordering a Letter from Santa.
The charity’s annual fundraising campaign gives...
Review: Beauty and the Beast, Royal Lyceum Theatre (***)
When is a pantomime not a pantomime? Or to look at it another way, when is a Christmas show not just a straight piece of theatre?
The Lyceum’s seasonal offering this year, enjoyable thought it...
The Edinburgh Reporter Advent Calendar – Getting out this Christmas – The Sheep Heid...
The Sheep Heid Inn, Duddingston is Scotland’s Oldest Pub but Edinburgh’s Newest Restoration, and somewhere you can get out to this festive period.
Enjoy a hearty meal, accompanied by the refreshment of your choice, served in...
The Edinburgh Reporter advent calendar – Gift ideas for babies, children and home –...
Blockart is Kirsty Hutchison's baby. She explained to The Edinburgh Reporter:-
"I am a Scottish designer based in Midlothian, where I produce art for babies, children and home.
I have a wide variety of Art, some...
Zazou Narrowboat Cafe – Christmas Crafts and Storytelling this December
Zazou Narrowboat Café hosts Christmas crafts and storytelling for Children of all ages on the 10-11th and 17-18th December. Make a beanie snowman, decorate a funky Christmas fridge magnet and enjoy a story with Edinburgh Author...
The Edinburgh Reporter Advent Calendar – Gift ideas for her – Susanne’s Slimming and...
Susanne's Slimming and Beauty Clinic is a cornerstone of the Edinburgh beauty scene. The business really is owned by Susanne Baird, and she is about to celebrate 40 years in the beauty business next...
The Edinburgh Reporter Advent Calendar – Gift idea for parents – Totseat
Totseat the washable squashable highchair
Highchairs are great. Except when you don't have one. That's where the Totseat chair harness comes in – turning any adult chair into a safe haven for your tot. It's...
The Edinburgh Reporter Advent Calendar – Gift ideas for everyone at Traquair House
You have a choice today. You can either go and stay at Traquair yourself, book a stay for others or indeed you can buy your Christmas gifts from their online shop. The choice is...
The Edinburgh Reporter Advent Calendar – Gift ideas for children – Oobicoo Orla
Say Hello to Oobicoo Orla, the adorable soft toy tot from Edinburgh’s award-winning Totseat company.
Oobicoo Orla comes in her own fabric pouch and is designed to wear outgrown baby clothes, giving your loved ones...
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