Dean Village, Edinburgh

The GuardianAug 7

How to explore Britain and Ireland’s most beautiful rivers on foot, bike or boat: readers’ travel tips

Our rivers may be running low at the moment, but they still offer an abundance of adventure and nature to explore. Here are your favourites, from the Tees to the Shannon • Tell us about a favourite holiday in the UK – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher Last summer, I enjoyed a six-mile walk along the fast-flowing River Wharfe from Ilkley to Bolton Abbey, with calming vistas of the Yorkshi…

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Dean VillageSuburbIt is bounded by Belford Road to the south and west, Belgrave Crescent Gardens to the north and below the Dean Bridge…
Water of Leith WalkwayTrail13-mile riverside journey through Edinburgh
Water of Leith Conservation TrustPlaceCares for the Water of Leith Walkway
St Bernard's WellSight
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River WharfePlaceIlkley, United KingdomSix-mile walk from Ilkley to Bolton Abbey
Yorkshire DalesNeighborhoodYorkshire, United KingdomCalming vistas seen from River Wharfe walk
Riverside GardensParkIlkley, United KingdomStarting point for walk on River Wharfe's south bank
River BurePlaceNorfolk, United KingdomThe Bure rises near Melton Constable, 11 miles (18 km) upstream of Aylsham, which was the original head of navigation.
BelaughNeighborhoodNorfolk, United KingdomQuintessentially English village on the River Bure
St Benet's AbbeySightNorfolk, United KingdomRomantic ruins accessible from the River Bure
Roys of WroxhamMarketWroxham, United KingdomWorld's largest village store for restocking supplies
Sowe Valley FootpathTrailCoventry, United Kingdom8½-mile riverside trail near Coventry city centre
River SowePlaceCoventry, United KingdomTributary of the Avon, runs through Coventry
River WellandPlaceMarket Harborough, United Kingdom65-mile river followed from source to sea
Rockingham CastleSightCorby, United KingdomNear Corby, passed on River Welland walk
Boston StumpPlace of worshipBoston, United KingdomSt Botolph's church, grew larger as river met sea
Grand CanalPlaceShannon Harbour, IrelandWalked as children, meets River Shannon
River ShannonPlaceShannon Harbour, IrelandIrish river, landscape changes utterly
McIntyre'sRestaurantShannon Harbour, IrelandPub for Irish tapas, open whatever the weather

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Condé Nast TravelerAug 5

An Edinburgh Fringe Veteran on His Favorite Spots Around the Festival

Comedian Phil Wang tells us where to eat and drink throughout Fringe this year—plus the best shows you can still book.

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Dean VillageSuburbIt is bounded by Belford Road to the south and west, Belgrave Crescent Gardens to the north and below the Dean Bridge…
Noodles and DumplingsRestaurantBest wonton noodle soup, handmade noodles, pull-apart platters.
Mosque KitchenRestaurantInstitution with big portions of curry and nans.
Macau KitchenRestaurantOnly Macanese restaurant in the UK, unusual food.
Pleasance CourtyardSightAccessible, buzzy outdoor bar area with unmatched energy.
Summer HallSightOld medical school with a courtyard pub, Royal Dick.
Brass MonkeyPubBeautiful pub with nooks, crannies, and cushioned floor area.
Monkey Barrel ComedyTheatreFantastic standup room, professional, shows newer and weirder acts.
Pleasance BeneathSightRoom in Pleasance Courtyard, not hot, exciting shows.
Museum of ScotlandMuseumThe National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh, Scotland, is a museum of Scottish history and culture.
Calton HillParkClassic spot with beautiful city views, not too strenuous.
Ed Night: We'll Be Alright, DarlingPlaceClever, insightful, and silly stand-up show.
Bella Hull: Mad Cow DiseasePlaceHilarious, self-deprecating stand-up from a writer on SNL UK.
Joseph Morpurgo: Highlander 70PlaceHilarious show built around found objects and old photos.
Pierre Novellie: Okay, One More Then BedtimePlaceHighbrow observational comedy about everyday life and society.

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Lonely PlanetAug 3

8 things to do in Edinburgh and the best way to do them

The top things to do in Edinburgh take in royal treasures, scenic viewpoints and secret quarters. Here are our favorite ways to enjoy the city.

Historic mills along a peaceful riverside path.

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Royal MileSightCobblestone artery from Edinburgh Castle to Holyrood Park.
St Giles' CathedralPlace of worshipThe existing building was begun in the 14th century and extended until the early 16th century; significant alterations…
Scottish Storytelling CentreArts centreIt was formally opened on 1 June 2006 by Patricia Ferguson MSP, Minister for Culture in the Scottish Executive.
Canongate TolboothMuseumIt ceased to be a municipal building in 1856 and it is…
Scottish Parliament BuildingSightConstruction of the building commenced in June 1999 and the Members of the Scottish Parliament (MSPs) held their first…
National Museum of ScotlandMuseumGalleries cover everything from Ancient Egypt to Scots.
Dean VillageSuburbHistoric mills along a peaceful riverside path.
StockbridgeSuburbEnjoy finest pubs, restaurants, and independent stores.
Royal Botanic Garden EdinburghGardenGreen bower with rock gardens, twisted trees, glasshouses.
PortobelloNeighborhoodEnd-of-the-pier hijinks, promenade, fish and chips.
CramondSuburbLow-tide excursions to a castaway island with gun bunkers.
Lauriston CastleAttractionScottish tower house overlooking the Firth of Forth.
Edinburgh CastleSightRoyal fortress with Scottish crown jewels and chapel.
Royal Edinburgh Military TattooHostelSpectacle of pipes, drums, dancers on Castle Esplanade.
Arthur's SeatTrailMini mountain with ruined chapel, lake, sweeping views.
St Anthony's ChapelSight15th-century ruins near Arthur's Seat.
Dunsapie LochSightExcavated in 1844 near Arthur's Seat.
National Galleries of ScotlandGalleryFour buildings with art collection, contemporary Scottish art.
Princes Street GardensSightVictorian-era Ross Fountain and gardens.
1820 Rooftop BarRestaurantCastle vista from Johnnie Walker Experience.
Johnnie Walker ExperienceSightDevoted to the famous whisky brand.
Edinburgh Festival FringeFestivalMonth-long celebration of the arts in August.
Edinburgh International FestivalFestivalWide-ranging festival in August.
Edinburgh International Film FestivalFestivalFestival in August.
Palace of HolyroodhouseSight

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