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We are officially in the heart of Bank Holiday season, and while those long weekends are always a treat, 2027 is shaping up to be a true standout. Thanks to the way "substitute" days fall, workers in Scot...
The UK is about to create its first “smoke-free generation.” After the Government announced its intentions in 2024, the House of Commons and Lords have now agreed on a final draft of the legislat...
Skywatchers in the UK will get their first major meteor shower of 2026 this month, as the Lyrids return. While not the most active shower of the year, the Lyrids can still produce bright, fast meteors...
Well, Easter for all of us here in the UK is looking quite stormy - Storm Dave is set to batter the country, with a Yellow Weather Warning for wind issued by The Met Office. When does the Yellow Weathe...
Whether your August plans involve marathon-watching shows and hitting every pop-up bar in sight, sub-letting your flat for some extra cash (your secret is safe with me), or plotting a tactical escape from...
The UK is bracing for a dramatic shift as a late-season Arctic blast threatens to blanket the country in snow. Forecasters are warning of a massive 480-mile weather front that could bring disruptive condi...
From ancient Celtic traditions and festivals to stunning nature spots, Edinburgh boasts plenty of things to do for locals and visitors alike. However, some of these small local discoveries are a true standout, and you m...
Well, it's official - Sephora is opening its first two stores in Scotland, and one of them is in Edinburgh! The huge global beauty brand is opening its doors in St James Quarter later this year, spanni...
'Karate Kid', starring Ralph Macchio as Daniel LaRusso and Pat Morita as Mr Miyagi, has quickly become a global hit in the 80s, with various remakes attempted since. The franchise saw a whopping...
The weather has really been putting Edinburgh through it recently, but tonight, the first 6pm sunset of the year arrives in Edinburgh - and here at Secret Edinburgh, we're all about looking for the positives. This Su...