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What’s on Edinburgh – Valentine’s Edition
Hey you love birds! If you’re looking for something to do for Valentine’s Day, this What’s on Edition will not help – you’re too late. (But you can try one of our suggestions for .) But here are some tips for what’s coming up this week.
Vive La France! Scotland once had a very close relationship with France via the Auld Alliance. Learn more about French/Scottish history at the on the 18th 6-7:30 over a glass of wine and good conversation.
Join the Poetry Olympics. 20th of Feb from 1-4pm you’ll find poetry and athletics coming together in . Races, prizes and fun all guaranteed.
Laugh in the Illicit Still. Trust me, it’s legal, but the laughs at the . They’ve got a new improv comedy show coming up – check it out the 16th at 8:30. A full range of drinks and brews available at the bar.
Film and Food. Again with the strange combinations, is showing the underside of the American food industry. Probably best not to come after a full meal. Playing 12-18th, see for times.
This isn’t your Father’s Ugly Duckling. Remember the old ugly duckling fairytale? Well, you can relive it but this time in comedy fashion at (Broughton High School). 15 Feb–20 Feb 7.30; Wed & Sat 2.30 & 7.30
Gay-Friendly Rockclimbing. Indoor rock climbing at the (in Ratho Station west of the city). Before or after enjoy a walk on the neighbouring canal. Event 21st Feb 12 noon, tickets required – book at
Go Celtic. Kate Rusby is a fantastic British folk artist and is playing at 18th April. Yes, I know that isn’t this week. But you should book your tickets this week. 
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FYI The Illicit Still comedy show is not new and is not a one off. It is on every fortnight.
What a great set of suggestions outside the routine history and acrchitecture – which si fantastic. All goes to show, it’s worth spending a few days in Edinburgh. You can get great value holiday lets – romantic, budget, luxury, family – you can find them all at .