The flagpole which has been at Edinburgh Castle for more than 50 years has snapped in high winds. The pole, which is on top of the Crown Square clock, broke in the early hours of Monday.

Hoisted high atop Edinburgh, as if monitoring the city below, Edinburgh Castle is not only one of Scotland's most recognized landmarks, but one of the country's most-visited attractions.

You’re also just minutes from the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle (some of the hotel's rooms even look out over it!) and all the boutique shops, bars and restaurants that make the Old Town so special.

While military history fans can get their fill at Edinburgh Castle, art history lovers should make time to visit the Scottish National Gallery. The gallery features displays of fine art from the ...

Edinburgh Castle has promised to review a cafe name that critics claim is "deeply offensive to the Scottish people". Almost 4,000 people have signed a petition demanding that the castle's Redcoat ...

Images from Edinburgh's Christmas Market also show workers trying to repair a fence which had been damaged by winds. The market was closed on Monday morning. Edinburgh Castle posted on social ...

The Edinburgh Castle website states: “The castle is closed today due to high winds. All ticket holders will be emailed and tickets will be refunded.” It is understood the Royal Botanic Garden ...