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Greyfriars Bobby Day 2024

by Fraser Paterson | Jan 13, 2024 | Articles, Blog, Edinburgh History, Graveyards, Greyfriars, Old Town, Writing

As I am sure you may be aware, 14th January is always Greyfriars Bobby Day in Edinburgh. A Google search will take you to a plethora of articles (known in journalism as pieces) about Greyfriars Bobby, one of the most beloved dogs in Edinburgh. For that reason, I...

The Top Five Things to Do in Edinburgh

by Fraser Paterson | Jan 17, 2020 | Blog, Canongate Tour, Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh Castle Tour, Edinburgh History, Old Town, Scottish History

There are so many great things to do in Edinburgh that providing you with my top five recommendations has taken much thought. Royalty, world class views and amazing history all feature. Royal Yacht Britannia Where: Ocean Drive, Edinburgh EH6 6JJ When: January to March...

Old Tolbooth Prison Edinburgh – Methods of Escape!

by Fraser Paterson | Mar 1, 2016 | Articles, Blog, Edinburgh History, History, Old Town, Scottish History, Tolbooth Jail, Writing

Old Tolbooth Prison Edinburgh – Methods of Escape! The Old Tolbooth Prison in Edinburgh occupied a site in West Parliament Square outside St Giles on the Royal Mile. Until it was demolished in the early 19th century. The Tolbooth prison served two purposes....

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