Tag: North Berwick
North Berwick is best place to live in the UK
The Sunday Times has named North Berwick the overall winner of the Best Places to Live in the UK, with Leith names on the shortlist for the best area.
This is the first time that...
McEwan catches big prize as temperature plummets
Barry McEwan (pictured) braved sub-zero temperatures to win round eight of the Bass Rock Shore Angling League's winter series.
The Scottish international from Port Seton hooked into a 23cm rockling to take the top prize....
UK’s biggest marine plastic mural gets warm reception
Local MSP urges public to ‘look after our environment’ following unveiling
East Lothian locals flocked to North Berwick harbour to catch a first glimpse of an eight-metre marine mural made from 13,000 pieces of plastic...
Former bank gets permission to become café
The owners of a former bank building in a popular seaside town have been given the go ahead to turn it into a café.
The former Royal Bank of Scotland branch, on North Berwick’s Westgate,...
North Berwick shining bright at Britain in Bloom finals
North Berwick won a gold medal and also headed up the Coastal category at the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) finals of Britain in Bloom.
Libby Morris, Chair of North Berwick in Bloom, was one...
Biggins to host Leuchie’s Big Ascot Bash in Edinburgh
Actor and TV personality Christopher Biggins has been revealed as the host for a major charity event in Edinburgh this summer to raise funds for national respite centre Leuchie House.
Biggins, who has been a...
North Berwick venue for sea anglers
Round five of the winter league hosted by the Bass Rock Shore Angling League is at North Berwick on November 3.
Boundaries are the town's two golf courses with registration at North Berwick Harbour from...
Book online at Drift café
A North Berwick café specialising in homemade eats and treats with lovely views of the coast and the Bass Rock has launched a new website.
Drift sitting on the clifftops of Quarrel Sands is made...
‘Grand Designs experiment’ rejected by councillors
by Marie Sharp Local Democracy Reporter
A bid to build a three-storey-high family home on a strip of land just 4.2 metres wide was dubbed a “Grand Designs experiment” as it was rejected by councillors.
Architect...
Simpson & Marwick return to Edinburgh property sector
A household legal name will return to the Edinburgh property market in a deal which sees Simpson & Marwick become part of the ambitious Aberdeins professional services firm.
Simpson & Marwick will go out on...
Drift along to North Berwick – great views with coffee
If you're looking for some fresh air and great views with coffee and homemade baking then Drift could be the place for you.
This coffeehouse has an enviable position on the clifftop at Quarrel...
Fishing – joint winners of the third round in the Bass Rock SAL
Two anglers shared first place in the third round of the Bass Rock Sea Angling League and the first four places were separated by only three centimetres after three hours of fishing in heavy...
East Lothian for family living
East Lothian is a great place for a family to live. Claire Flynn of Edinburgh Solicitors Property Centre explains why…
Choice of properties
Many East Lothian towns have a great selection of homes suited to...
Law firm offers more to their clients in East Lothian
An Edinburgh law firm has appointed a dedicated family lawyer and a financial adviser in their East Lothian office.
Gilson Gray's office in North Berwick will have a dedicated expert in family law available to...
Perfect way to start off the festive season – Elemis Couture Touch at Macdonald...
It seemed that it would be such a treat to sneak away for a spa treatment just as things are getting frantic for Christmas!
However, sneak away I did and found myself sitting in...
Seaside birthplace of local golf legend hits the market
The birthplace of one of East Lothian’s most famous female golfers has come onto the market in North Berwick. The house is beside North Berwick’s seafront, St Helens at 1 West End Place is...
New buses for East Lothian routes
There are eight new buses taking to the roads in East Lothian this week with an investment of nearly £2 million by EastCoastBuses.
The new Euro 6 Volvo B5 buses have been designed specially for...
Gilson Gray add experience to their North Berwick team
Edinburgh based law firm, Gilson Gray, have recruited David McPhail an East Lothian property expert to their North Berwick team. David previously worked in the area for 30 years specialising in residential property, but...
New trustee at The Scottish Seabird Centre
The Scottish Seabird Centre has announced the appointment of two new Trustees who are predicted to be among Scotland’s future leading conservationists.
To help celebrate Scotland’s Year of Young People, the charity promoted the opportunity...
Seabird Centre in joint project with SQA
The Seabird Centre at North Berwick has begun a collaboration with the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) to develop new Environmental Science coursework together. This coursework is linked to the Curriculum for Excellent and is suitable...
North Berwick wins Gold Britain in Bloom award
North Berwick is the only town near Edinburgh which features in the Britain in Bloom awards. It won Gold in the Coastal category for its fabulous floral displays which brighten up the town, displaying...
North Berwick man sentenced for VAT fraud
A painter and decorator from North Berwick was sentenced at Edinburgh Sheriff Court today for VAT fraud.
Kevin Wheatley (50) of Market Place North Berwick deregistered his business in September 2010, claiming that he no longer...
Fringe by the Sea 2015 – tickets on sale tomorrow!
Booking opens on Wednesday 1 July 2015 for Fringe by the Sea - and they are very excited indeed that they have landed Joan Armatrading as one of their acts this year!
In something of...
Best places to walk your dog in Edinburgh
Edinburgh is brilliant for our favorite four legged friends with loads of great parks and hills both in the city centre and nearby for a walk to blow the cobwebs away.
Here are some of...
Friday in Edinburgh – What’s On Today
Edinburgh Zoo is open today! Please note: entrance charges apply, some animal houses close 30 minutes before the Zoo closes, Zoo opening may be affected by severe weather (see website for updates), and you...
What’s On In Edinburgh this week
MONDAY 22ND DECEMBER 2014
Dog Tales: The Dogs Trust will host this storytelling and crafts session about safety around dogs and responsible dog ownership. For ages 5-10. 2-3pm, Gilmerton Library, 13 Newtoft Street.
Messy Nativity! 4-5.30pm,...
Sunday in Edinburgh – What’s On Today
Art Root Open Studios: want a day out in sunny East Lothian? This year's Art Root is the most ambitious to date and includes not only lots of open studios but also group exhibitions and a range of bookable workshops and events....
Saturday in Edinburgh – What’s On Today
Colony of Artists: a varied collection of work on display in the artisan community of Abbeyhill Colonies. Over 30 artists in 20 venues open their homes to show painting, drawing, photography, mixed media, music and...
Art Root 2014: a fine day out in East Lothian next weekend
What could be better than a tour of East Lothian, stopping off here and there to see some amazing art? Next weekend you can do just this: Art Root is back, and this year...
What’s On in Edinburgh this week
Well we all know what's on in Scotland this week....but there's plenty available to take your mind off it....
MONDAY 15TH SEPTEMBER 2014
All Quiet On The Western Front (1930): a film saga of German boys...
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