Attention parents! A new children's play attraction is opening soon in Edinburgh – and it looks like it's going to be a lot of fun for families. MakeBelieve, at Drumsheugh Place in the city centre, describes itself as a “stylish indoor play space designed for babes and their grown-ups to interact, laugh, and have fun”. On their website, MakeBelieve say: “We believe in the power of play. Welcome to MakeBelieve, the indoor space where kids can let their imaginations run wild. “The two-level space...
Having lived in Edinburgh for the best part of half a century, I like to think I know a thing or two about the city, so here are 12 things I think first-time visitors to ‘Auld Reekie’ need to do. We previously took a look at the first things people discover about Edinburgh when they move here, and I’m now looking at the best tips for visitors who are experiencing the city for the first time. There are almost too many things for visitors to enjoy in Edinburgh all year round, obviously more so...
Located in the Newhaven area, it ranked 8th overall for slowest in whole of the UK in a study from Broadband Genie With their online connections down to a snail’s pace, it would take the residents of Hawthornvale over 15 hours to download ‘Avengers: Endgame’. Despite their sluggish Wi-Fi, residents in all of Edinburgh’s slowest streets could upgrade to superfast broadband of at least 30MB. Broadband Genie is calling on households to check their internet and contact their provider if they aren’t...
Often described as a ‘hidden gem’ thanks to its tucked-away location, it’s fair to say many locals don't even know about Bellfield Beer Garden & Tap Room, despite it being just a stone’s throw from the city centre. Located in Stanley Place, at Abbeyhill, the secluded venue has an indoor taproom and outdoor beer garden with sheltered booths – making it perfect for those days even when the sun isn’t shining. Named Best Taproom in the 2022 Scottish Beer Awards, it’s just a short stroll from...
A WORKER at a popular holiday park has been suspended following an alleged paedophile sting. Campaign group ‘Protecting Kids Scotland’ swooped on Craig Tara, near Ayr, during the busy Easter Holida
Gunshots rang out in East Port of Spain yesterday and were so loud that people claimed to have heard it from downtown Independence Square.“This is a normal thing around here,”
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I'll say it: Aldi doesn't have everything. I can't and won't buy my whole grocery list from Aldi, but I'll always swing buy to grab these items.
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Spicing things up in the bedroom isn’t just a nice-to-have, it’s essential for keeping the flame of desire burning bright in long-term relationships. If you feel like your intimate life could use a little extra zest, don’t worry, you’re definitely not alone and it’s completely normal. Here’s your go-to guide to adding that extra ‘oomph’
The weekend is just around the corner and the good news is, you don't have to spend a fortune in order to have some fun. There are so many free things to do in Toronto this weekend, so ditch your wallet and start planning some outings.Whether you're up for cherry blossom views, Earth Day celebrations, or wellness fairs, you can enjoy your time off without blowing your budget.Get your friends together for some fun this weekend, no wallets needed.Here are 12 free things to do in Toronto this...
Mother's Day is for celebrating moms, and that includes moms-to-be. Avoid upsetting the pregnant mom in your life with by not saying these 12 offensive things.