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![Two set ups for afternoon tea. There is an etagere with scrumptious sandwiches and mini cakes and scones and two teapots.](https://blog.edinburghcastle.scot/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/008-000-121-462-R-600x300.jpg)
An Afternoon Tea fit for Royalty
With so much of Scotland’s history perched atop castle rock, visiting the castle is a must for any local or tourist. But beyond its historical significance and architectural marvel, the castle offers something a little extra special – a culinary experience of an afternoon tea. Imagine sinking your teeth into a warm buttery scone, savouring […]
24 June 2024
Food & Drink
![A conservator carefully lifting a lavish gold crown decorated with precious stones](https://blog.edinburghcastle.scot/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/preserving-honours-cover-image-600x300.jpg)
Preserving Scotland’s Heritage: The Honours of Scotland
The Honours of Scotland have gone back on display in the Crown Room at Edinburgh Castle following conservation work.
30 November 2023
Uncategorized
![Four people walking arm in arm smiling. They are wearing costumes and Venetian-looking masks and carry trick or treat buckets.](https://blog.edinburghcastle.scot/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Untitled-600x360.png)
October holiday fun awaits at Edinburgh Castle
4 October 2023
Events
![Engraving of James VI seated on a throne with the royal regalia.](https://blog.edinburghcastle.scot/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/James-VI-000-000-202-456-C-600x360.jpg)
King James VI: The Return of the King
15 May 2023
Stories from the castle
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Looking forward to an action-packed August with the Tattoo
24 March 2023
Events
![A photo of two adults and two young people looking at a light installation at Edinburgh Castle of Light, smiling.](https://blog.edinburghcastle.scot/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/CoL-cover-image-600x360.png)
Castle of Light: A Kingdom of Colours – Behind the Scenes
15 November 2022
Christmas
![Film still from "The Lost King" showing Sally Hawkins siting on bench in front of Edinburgh Castle with books about King Richard III](https://blog.edinburghcastle.scot/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Sally-Hawkins-as-Philippa-Langley-in-THE-LOST-KING-600x360.jpg)
Capturing the Big Bang: Filming ‘The Lost King’ at Edinburgh Castle
21 September 2022
Behind the scenes
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George IV Visits Edinburgh Castle
19 August 2022
Scottish History