I always enjoy a few days in this city. Unfortunately it always seems to rain. Lots.
Train last Sunday, arriving early afternoon. Premier Inn at Newhaven ( Leith) for ten in our group. Afternoon beers at Teuchters Landing and the Malt & Hops after dumping our bags, then an evenings entertainment at The Stand Comedy Club, York Place. 4 comedians plus compère @ £6. More drinks at the Conan Doyle just around the corner before closing time.
Monday AM Royal Yacht, which far surpassed my expectations. PM walked along Waters of Leith in the rain to Nat Museum of Modern Art in two adjacent buildings. Free entry! Viewed Roy Lichtenstein exhibition which I wanted to see, plus a Hockney. Rocky Mtns & Tired Indians which I cannot get a print of. Bus back to Leith, regular service and only £1.50 single journey or £4 all day. Quick pint then Vue Cinema at Ocean Terminal to watch Spectre.
Tuesday still raining, but leisurely bfast at Brewers Fayre next door, continental @ £6.25. Bus to centre of town the 'free' Sandeman walking tour at 11am for 2.5 hours. Excellent guide, lots of interesting stuff & history. Well worth the discomfort of pouring rain and a decent tip to the guide. Regrouped in Guildford & Abbotsford pubs before mid afternoon train home from Waverley, via Carlisle, to Settle.
I think I packed quite a lot in to 60 hours and am looking forward to another visit next year.
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A few days in Edinburgh new
A few days in Edinburgh new