Edinburgh

Edinburgh is the capital city of Scotland, located in Lothian on the southern shore of the Firth of Forth. It is the second most populous city in Scotland and the seventh most populous in the United Kingdom. The mid-year population estimate for 2014 is 492,680. Edinburgh lies at the heart of a larger urban zone with a population of 778,000. The Edinburgh city region has a population of 1,330,480.

Recognised as the capital of Scotland since at least the 15th century, Edinburgh is home to the Scottish Parliament and the seat of the monarchy in Scotland. The city is also the annual venue of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland and home to national institutions such as the National Museum of Scotland, the National Library of Scotland and the Scottish National Gallery. It is the largest financial centre in the UK after London.

Hovercraft Championships 2015 - Rother Valley Country Park

Hovercraft Championships 2015 - Rother Valley Country Park, Derbyshire near Sheffield

Dodson & Horrell Chatsworth International Horse Trials - Cross Country

The Dodson & Horrell Chatsworth International Horse Trials was three days of thrilling equestrian sport, combined with entertainment for all the family in the beautiful surroundings of Chatsworth.

Dodson & Horrell Chatsworth International Horse Trials - Show Jumping

The Dodson & Horrell Chatsworth International Horse Trials was three days of thrilling equestrian sport, combined with entertainment for all the family in the beautiful surroundings of Chatsworth.

VE Day 70th Anniversary: Celebration and Living History Day

The 70th anniversary of VE Day was commemorated at Sheffield Cathedral with a 1940s themed living history event for all the family.

There was displays, vehicles, home front and military re-enactors and children’s activities outside and inside the cathedral to commemorate and remember Sheffield’s role in World War 2 and celebrate the 70th anniversary of Victory in Europe 1945.

1940s music was played throughout the day by a Swing Band, pianist and the Bobby Pins Trio (think Andrews Sisters!). ‘Winston Churchill’ gave his famous speeches as we remembered his visit to Sheffield following the Blitz in 1940.

Chinese New Year - year of the goat

Sheffield Chinese School celebrating the Chinese New Year - year of the goat.

After Dark - Bonfire Night