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Edinburgh Castle
A Historic Site in Edinburgh City Centre
Historic
Edinburgh Castle is arguably the centre of Scotland's royal history. Regularly sacked and burned by invaders, the current Castle represents several different rebuildings over the years. The Castle first appears in recorded history after the death of Queen, later Saint, Margaret, the wife of Malcolm Canmore, in 1093. The oldest remaining part is named after her - St Margaret's Chapel dates back to the 12th century. The Great Hall was built under James IV around 1510, while the Half Moon Battery was added by Regent Morton later that century. The Scottish National War Museum was added after the end of World War I. National treasures such as the Honours of Scotland (the Crown Jewels), the Stone of Destiny, upon which kings of Scotland were traditionally crowned and the 15th century gun Mons Meg are also here. The One O'clock Gun fires from the Castle ramparts every day, which was once a signal to the ships in port at Leith. There are guided tours as well as audio tours in various languages Apr - Oct: 9.30 - 18:00 (last
entry 17:15) Nov - Mar: 9.30 - 17:00 (last entry 16:15) Closed 25 / 26 December, 1st Jan open 11:00 - 17:00 Adult: £9.80 Concession: £7.50 Child: £3.50 Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Car and coach parking, disabled access and toilets, shops, cafe, audio tour in six languages, Braille guide and models.
Elmview
Edinburgh City Centre
B&B £££Elmview is situated in Edinburgh on a delightful Victorian terrace on the edge of Bruntsfield Links. A quiet and elegantly run B&B that is so popular that you need to book early.
3 x Double/Twin • 2 x Double • 1 x Apartment
Inchgrove House
Edinburgh City Centre
B&B ££££Inchgrove House is a 5 storey Georgian Town House located in the heart of Edinburgh, just 250 yards from Princes Street
3 x Double • 3 x Double/Twin • 1 x Twin
21 Dublin Street
Edinburgh City Centre
B&B £££A Georgian townhouse situated in the heart of Edinburgh's New Town. Self-contained accommodation with private entrance. A master suite with the option of an additional double room
1 x Master Suite
Private House Stays
I have selected the properties on Private House Stays for their individuality that results from being privately owned. They take many forms from bed and breakfasts to small hotels but in each case it is the marque of the owner that sets it apart. This may be the charm of the furnishings, the wholesome home cooking or simply the atmosphere created by a charismatic host. I have inspected most of the establishments listed here and feel sure you will enjoy staying in them too.
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Archie Bouverie