Look up to the stars …

New constellations based on modern day inspirational figures created in a bid to get more children across the UK looking up to the stars and interested in the universe  

In a campaign to get more young people interested in the universe, The Big Bang Fair has partnered with astronomers at University of Birmingham to create ‘Look Up To The Stars’: a new set of constellations representing icons from sport, entertainment, science and activism that children are inspired by today. Continue reading Look up to the stars …

Queens for a Day: new exhibition celebrates gala days

Over the course of this year, Citizen Curator has been investigating the history of gala days, with a focus on the heritage of the Leith Gala. The research, oral history and photographs gathered as part of the project have now been brought together for an exhibition at the People’s Story Museum, Edinburgh.

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Black Pig & Oyster up for sale

The Black Pig & Oyster in Leith is up for sale, brought to the market through specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co. Situated in an enviable location within the Shore, the Black Pig & Oyster restaurant is surrounded by new and exciting bars, restaurants, cafes and shops, including Michelin star restaurants such as The Kitchin and Martin Wishart’s iconic site.

The 65 cover restaurant with a full premises licence has been refurbished to a high standard by the current owner featuring unlined brick walls and creative decor suitable for multiple cuisine styles. The entrance of the restaurant is a steel and glass extension, used as a reception area and an ideal space for hosting drinks and coffees before or after dinner. The stunning metalwork complimented by the glass allows dinner guests to fully enjoy views of the Shores water. Additional seating for 20 covers is available outside across from the waterfront quay.

Tony Spence, Business Agent at Christie & Co’s Edinburgh office who is handling the sale, comments; “Leith has become increasingly popular for dining and restaurateurs are now looking to take advantage of this by offering different styles of dining in an upcoming affluent area.

“The current lease has eight years remaining, however the landlord is looking for a long term investment as the restaurant is situated below an already existing office suite. This opportunity would be best suited to a chef operator, however there is scope for an experienced multiple operator to drive its potential in an exceptional area.”

Christie & Co is seeking an asking price of £90,000 for the leasehold.

The Pig might fly!

One Helluva hangover: clearing up after Britain’s bevviers

Boozing Britain wakes up to recycling headache – 1.5 BILLION bottles of wine!

Britain’s boozers, already amongst the heaviest drinkers in Europe, are responsible for one of industry’s biggest headaches – how to deal with the waste products of both production and consumption. Continue reading One Helluva hangover: clearing up after Britain’s bevviers

Ghosts of Christmas Past: Spooky goings-on at Edinburgh College

Edinburgh College Events Management students are holding an exhibition focusing on the paranormal history of Edinburgh . tomorrow. The free exhibition – ‘The E Files’ – will tell spooky stories about the city’s supernatural and terror-filled past. Continue reading Ghosts of Christmas Past: Spooky goings-on at Edinburgh College

Santa sat-nav malfunction? Appeal after Christmas presents found in church grounds

Police in Edinburgh are appealing for information to help trace the owners of Christmas presents found in the grounds of a church. Four black bin bags containing presents including horse-riding accessories and a hedgehog home were discovered in the grounds of St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral, Palmerston Place on Thursday 7th December. Continue reading Santa sat-nav malfunction? Appeal after Christmas presents found in church grounds

The Laird o’ Coocaddens returns for Hogmanay Thingummyjig

Prepare to waggle yer wallies …!

STV will see out its special 60th anniversary year in style with a unique New Year’s Eve show.  To tie in with the channel’s commemorative programming during 2017 it has lined up a modern take on one of its most nostalgic programmes with a Thingummyjig Hogmanay Ceilidh. Continue reading The Laird o’ Coocaddens returns for Hogmanay Thingummyjig