Welcome to Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland
and to George Street, which lies at the heart of the Georgian New Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

This is a vibrant part of the City in which people not only go about their business but also live and relax; It is this unique mix which makes for such a special place to visit. We are proud to have world class retail shops, hotels and restaurants located here.

SUNDAY 3rd -SUNDAY 31st AUGUST 2008

THE GARDEN OF DELIGHTS
A collection of hand cut litho prints by Scottish Printmaker and artist Linda Farquharson.

www.shopstudio1.com

FRIDAY 8TH AUGUST 2008

The Gusto Bar & Restaurant will showcase the work of Joshua Jack throughout the festival from Friday 8th August, with a launch event in the restaurant from 7pm where guest can enjoy a glass of bubbly and talk to Joshua about his work.

www.gustorestaurants.uk.com

9TH -25TH AUGUST 2008

The International Book Festival is the world's biggest celebration of literature. Bringing together book lovers of all ages to meet authors, take part in events and participate in workshops and debates.

www.edbookfest.co.uk

WHAT'S ON AT THE ASSEMBLY ROOMS
GEORGE STREET

The Assembly Rooms is a major venue for some of the best shows the festi. Click the link below to see what's on and book tickets.

www.assemblyfestival.com

EDINBURGH INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL
8TH - 31ST AUGUST 2008
The Edinburgh International Festival stages one of the greatest celebrations of the arts, attracting audiences from around the world to the city's thrilling atmosphere. The festivities offer a unique opportunity to experience the excitement of live performance by internationally renowned artists as well as the joy of discovering new and unfamiliar works.

www.eif.co.uk

FESTIVAL FRINGE
3RD - 25TH AUGUST 2008
The Fringe breaks its own record every year as the largest arts festival in the world. Over 20,000 performers in 15,000 shows spread over 200 venues throughout the city.

www.edfringe.com

FOOD MARKETS

THE EATING PLACE market
CASTLE STREET
Fine food al fresco - 12pm-6pm
Every Thursday throughout August.

www.edinburghcc.com/Eating_Place.htm

EDINBURGH FARMERS MARKETS
CASTLE TERRACE
Every Saturday from 9am -2pm

www.edinburghfarmersmarket.com

MONTH OF SUNDAYS

This September, Edinburgh will play host to a Month of Sundays, a shopping extravaganza which will see retailers accross the city complimenting their shopping offer with a huge range of free activities and treats and some fabulous in-store promotions. The Sunday promotions include;
7th Sept: Kids Take over The City
14th Sept: Makeover Sunday
21st Sept: VIP Sunday
and 28th Sept: Vintage v Future Fashion Spectacular

click here for more details .

For more information and to keep updated on the retailers taking part in Month of Sundays please visit:

www.edinburgh.org/events

For more information please contact:

Lee Beattie or Keith Smith at Burt Greener Communications
tel: 0141 248 6007
e-mail: lee@burtgreener.co.uk or keith@burtgreener.co.uk
mobile: 07855 367 922

BANK OF SCOTLAND FIREWORKS CONCERT
PRINCES STREET GARDENS
SUNDAY 31st AUGUST 9pm

The Bank of Scotland Fireworks Concert is a fantastic evening of music performed live by the Scottish Chamber Orchestra with a choreographed firework display set against the stunning backdrop of Edinburgh Castle.

The concert is the biggest annual event of its kind in Europe, providing a spectacular finale to the Edinburgh International Festival.

As well as a ticketed area in Princes Street Gardens, the fireworks can be seen from various points across the city including Princes Street and the concert is broadcast live on Radio Forth 97.3FM.

For all the latest information visit www.eif.co.uk/bankofscotlandfireworksconcert

ST. ANDREW SQUARE GARDENS

On April the 4th 2008, St. Andrew Square Gardens were opened to the public for the first time in generations.

The £2.6 million makeover project is a result of a partnership with The City of Edinburgh Council, Scottish Enterprise Edinburgh and Lothian. New features include two new entrance gates, curved footpaths linking to the new entrances, a reflective pool in the south west corner, floodlit trees and a glass café pavillion offering coffee by Coffee Republic.