Historic Edinburgh landmark and museum reopens to public for first time since Covid

www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com— An historic Edinburgh landmark and museum that shut during lockdown will re-open next month, the city council has confirmed. Calton Hill’s Nelson Monument is set to welcome visitors for the first time in over four years following repairs to the 210-year-old hilltop tower. Councillor Val Walker, Edinburgh council’s culture and communities convener, said: “We’re looking to reopen the Monument from May this year.” She added it would remain open over summer before closing for another few weeks...

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