Nestled to the side of Lauriston Castle grounds, The Edinburgh – Kyoto Friendship Garden is a little known hidden gem of the city. The gardens were designed by Takashi Sawano and opened in August 2002, making it one of the largest Japanese gardens in the UK I absolutely love visiting these [...]
Posts Tagged as ‘walk’
17/09/2009
REVIEW – The Cinnamon Stick, Howe Street
The Cinnamon Stick in Howe Street is a delightful card and gift shop. Last weekend, I spent the day shopping in Stockbridge (full review to come) but continued towards town and to Howe Street and came across this shop. It’s the kind of place that you would like someone to say, ‘have what you like, [...]
06/09/2009
Free Swim or Gym Session in September !
Edinburgh Leisure are saying that there are no more excuses for the month of September when it comes to exercising. They are offering a FREE swim or gym session by downloading a voucher HERE They are also offering a free months’ membership. There are no contracts, so you really can try out the gym for free. [...]
30/08/2009
INFO – The Great Fridge Adventurers Arrive in Edinburgh !
Marcus and James are 2 young men who are walking from John O Groats to Lands End to raise money for charity. They have a full website called The Great Fridge Adventure which explains the reasons they are doing it. Their inspiration came from the original Fridge Adventurer – Tony Hawks who took one round Ireland for [...]
05/08/2009
REVIEW – Wander Around Town
Today I had a quick wander around town to pick up my tickets from various venues (first show Kevin Bridges tonight). Not everywhere is open yet, Udderbelly not open, Assembly Bar at the Mound not open yet, a lot of work to be done before tomorrow. Graeme Pearson of www.oortours.com who is doing a show every [...]
04/08/2009
REVIEW – Sign Spotting Project, Edinburgh Festival
Today I popped along to the Sign Spotting Project above and inside Princes Mall (or Waverley Market for the oldies). It’s the work of Doug Lanksy who has collated the funniest signs from around the world. More information and pics can be found at http://www.signspotting.com. It really is worth a look, I guarantee you will laugh out [...]
