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Historic Stone of Scone moved to London for King Charles' coronation

The historic Stone of Scone, the ancient coronation stone upon which monarchs in Britain have been crowned for centuries, has left Scotland for London under tight security ahead of next week's coronation of King Charles III, officials said on Friday.

Reuters

Stone of Destiny heads to London for coronation after leaving Edinburgh Castle

The stone is returning to England for the first time in more than a quarter of a century, where it will play a key part in the coronation.

The Independent UK

King Charles to be presented with Honours of Scotland in Edinburgh after coronation

The Honours of Scotland are the oldest crown jewels in Britain and are on display in the Crown Room at Edinburgh Castle. Following his coronation, the King will arrive in Edinburgh

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King to be presented with Honours of Scotland at service in Edinburgh

The Honours, which are usually on display in the Crown Room at Edinburgh Castle, are the oldest crown jewels in Britain.

The Independent UK

Rod Stewart admits it is 'the end of an era' as he prepares for big Edinburgh shows

The Celtic-daft singer says he can't wait for his Edinburgh Castle gigs in July.

Daily Record

Edinburgh Castle hits back at tourist's savage review calling it 'atrocious'

After a Tripadvisor reviewer questioned whether Edinburgh Castle was "the antithesis of a castle" and criticised it for being "dim", the people behind the historic monument hit back

Daily Mirror

Edinburgh Castle hits back at tourist who branded it 'appalling' and 'atrocious'

Bosses of the attraction have responded to the individual who slated the site as "atrocious" and "not a real castle" in a scathing one-star review on the online platform.

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Edinburgh Castle hits back after tourist brands attraction 'appalling' and 'atrocious'

A tourist who visited Edinburgh Castle earlier this year had less than positive things to say about the iconic attraction in a one-star review left on TripAdvisor.

Daily Record

Edinburgh YouTuber gives eight random facts about the city to ‘impress your mates’

An Edinburgh YouTuber who regularly uploads videos taken around the city has provided eight ‘random’ facts about the capital - from elephants in the castle to giant electric blankets.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh property: Flat with unbelievable castle views hits the market

The flat has breathtaking views over the iconic Grassmarket and also overlooks Edinburgh Castle. There is a lot of living room for an Old Town one-bed flat in this location.

Edinburgh Live

Ukraine's national anthem plays at Edinburgh Castle to mark year of war

UKRAINE'S national anthem echoed around the walls of the national war memorial at the top of Edinburgh Castle as a service took place to mark the…

The National (Scotland)

National anthem of Ukraine rings out from Edinburgh Castle to mark year of war

People across Scotland fell silent to show solidarity with the people of Ukraine.

The Independent UK

Rod Stewart adds on extra date for Edinburgh Castle gig due to incredible demand

The rocker has added an extra date for the Edinburgh Castle gig.

Daily Record

Rod Stewart adds extra Edinburgh Castle date due to phenomenal ticket demand

The largely-loved rock singer is returning to Edinburgh this summer with his Global Hits tour, ending the highly-anticipated tour in his beloved second home of Scotland.

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Daily Record

Full list of UFO sightings in Scotland over past year as reports rise to 52

Sightings include a bright white orb spotted hovering above Edinburgh Castle, and an object "like a plane with no wings" flying high up with no vapour trail.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh Castle visitors hit out at 'video featuring Prince Andrew'

Historic Environment Scotland have revealed visitors biggest issues with Edinburgh Castle, after 28 pages of complaints were lodged in the past year - and they include 'boring' audiobooks and a video featuring Prince Andrew.

Daily Record

The nine top locations in Scotland to propose marriage in a beautiful setting

The best places in Scotland to propose to your partner have been named, including spots such as Edinburgh Castle, Loch Lomond, and the Glasgow Botanical Gardens.

The National (Scotland)

Rod Stewart announces outdoor show at Edinburgh Castle

SIR Rod Stewart has announced a massive outdoor show at none other than the Edinburgh Castle Esplanade following the success of his latest UK tour…

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Daily Record

Sir Rod Stewart announces Edinburgh Castle gig as part of summer tour

The rocker will be performing an epic show at Edinburgh Castle this July.

Glasgow Live

Sir Rod Stewart coming to Edinburgh Castle for spectacular one-off show this summer

The legendary Do Ya Think I'm Sexy and Young Turks singer has confirmed he'll host an unmissable night at Edinburgh Castle on Thursday, July 6 as part of a new UK run of shows.

Edinburgh Live

Sir Rod Stewart announces Edinburgh Castle show this summer as part of global hits tour

The legendary Maggie May and Have I Told You Lately singer has confirmed he'll host an unmissable show at Edinburgh Castle on Thursday, July 6 as part of a new UK run of shows.

Edinburgh Live

Martin Compston shares 'intimidating' Sean Connery meeting at Edinburgh Castle

The Line of Duty after shared a fond memory of an evening he spent in the company of the late James Bond actors in the latest episode of his podcast Restless Natives.

Daily Record

Scots lottery winners to build £5m mansion with view of Edinburgh Castle despite row with neighbours

Lisa and Craig Charters' three-storey 'Grand Designs' villa will have uninterrupted views of Edinburgh Castle.

Liverpool Echo

The Who announce UK tour with dates in St Helens, Hull, London, Edinburgh and Brighton

The band will perform at the Totally Wicked Stadium

Edinburgh Live

The Who to perform at Edinburgh Castle more than 40 years on from last show in capital

Rock and roll legends, The Who, will be taking over Edinburgh Castle for two nights in the summer of 2023 - as the band visit the capital to perform for the first time in more than 40 years.

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