Edinburgh Life
Archived since
November / December 2013
68 issues
Modern Archive
Bi-monthly
There is nowhere quite like Edinburgh. Its heady mix of history, heritage architecture, the professions, art, literature, museums, theatre, festivals, sporting prowess, the geography and the topography, its people, their interests and where they live…the list goes on and on.
Yet it is a sad truism that for many who are indigenous to an area, that same area, if not a closed book to them, has few of its chapters read.
It is so easy to miss, dismiss or overlook the intrinsic beauty of the familiar and the commonplace as we negotiate life’s hurly-burly.
Edinburgh Life strives to put that right. Each issue celebrates the myriad facets of our capital city and its environs, inviting a closer appreciation and sometimes proffering an alternative and surprising aspect of the place we think we know so well.
Edinburgh Life is for those who enjoy the finer aspects of life, whether they cost money or perhaps just a bit of precious free time to enjoy.
Heritage, history, people, places, where to go, what to eat, what to do, where to meet. In short, there is something for everyone!
Latest issue
Features:
James Clerk Maxwell – Einstein’s inspiration
James Clerk Maxwell – Einstein’s inspiration
Private Lothians gardens open their gates to the public for charity
Remembering the 2020 city lockdown
King James VI & I – 400th celebrations at The Portrait gallery
Jupiter Artland exhibition honours Ian Hamilton Finlay and Andy Goldsworthy
EDFAS – and its unwavering commitment to the arts
Homage to Edinburgh – by Alan Taylor
Wheatfield & Tynecastle – fascinating 1930 & 1993 bird’s-eye view photos
Doug Corrance’s Edinburgh – his inimitable snapshot of the city
About the City - our good news round-up
Society
Merchant Company reception, in support of Edinburgh 900
Scottish Polish Cultural Association hosts annual Spring Recital
Burgesses’ Edinburgh 900 celebration dinner at the Zoo
British Red Cross annual ball at the Sheraton Grand
Edinburgh World Heritage hosts geology talk at Riddle’s Court
Saltire Society & University of Edinburgh present Robin MacCormick Prizes
Penicuik Curling Club hosts the 2025 Edinburgh International Curlers Gathering
Eating Out
Seasonal supper at Nàdair in Marchmont
WU opens at 5 Queen Street, Dean Banks at The Pompadour,
Number One at the Balmoral, Leith – Scotland’s premier dining destination
What’s On
10 fun and interesting things to do as summer approaches
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- First Issue: November / December 2013
- Latest Issue: May/June 2025
- Issue Count: 68
- Published: Bi-monthly