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How do I get to Edinburgh campus from the airport

Are you arriving in Edinburgh by plane?

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Step-free access in Edinburgh

Getting out and about

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Walk with llamas in Edinburgh

More llamas, less drama!

Celebrate Pride near you

Edinburgh Pride and Scottish Borders

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LGBTQIA+ Friendly Spaces in Edinburgh

Thousands of people celebrate the queer community

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Best day trips from Edinburgh

Escape student life for a day

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Need an accommodation reference?

Request yours for private renting in Edinburgh next year

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Hanna's favourite places to go on a rainy day

To warm up and get cosy 🌧️☕️

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Edinburgh City Guide: Cheap Eats

Edinburgh is filled with fantastic eateries...

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Staying safe during the darker nights

What to do, who to call, and when to use SafeZone

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Take a hike...up Arthur's Seat

Join Crystal for a peaceful hike up Arthur's Seat

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Free things to do in Edinburgh

Fun and free, here's what you can't miss out on in the city

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Edinburgh City Guide: Best group activities

Edinburgh's a lively city, with plenty of activities to try

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How to get from Edinburgh campus to the city

The easiest way to travel to the city centre

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International Supermarkets in Edinburgh

You're never far from a world of flavour

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The Best Cafes for studying in town

A change of scenery to refresh your mind

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Food options near HW Edinburgh Campus

Delicious meals guaranteed, even past campus opening times

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Closest supermarkets to Edinburgh Campus

Food shopping on your doorstep

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Getting to Edinburgh’s Hospitals from Heriot-Watt

travel tips on how to get to the hospitals

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Edinburgh bucket list

The city is so beautiful with so many things to do and see

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A guide to Edinburgh's diverse supermarkets

Supermarkets offering an array of international flavours

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8 things to love about Scotland

Here's our pick of the bunch

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The Potter Trail

A magical time 🪄

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Checking out the market

Every Saturday, 9am - 2pm

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Exploring Edinburgh

Top places you should check out

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Bus Services to Edinburgh Campus

One of the easiest ways to get to and from campus

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FREE bus pass for under 22

Where will free bus travel take you?

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Cycling and bike hire at Scottish Borders Campus

The Scottish Borders is a mecca for cycling

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Travel to Edinburgh with me

The best ways to get into the centre

Getting around in Edinburgh

You may be wondering what the best way to get around is

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A day in Edinburgh after classes

If your classes don't finish until 4PM - don't worry!

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4 places to visit during your time at Heriot-Watt

Josh's blog

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Edinburgh City Guide: What to do on a budget

Places to see, things to do

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Edinburgh City Guide: Shopping areas

Everyone loves a shopping spree once in a while

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Edinburgh City Guide: The best vegan spots

Caterers for vegan and plant-based diets across Edinburgh

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Edinburgh City Guide: Museums

Want to capture some of Edinburgh's steep history?

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Judie's Top 5 Places to Eat in Edinburgh

Check out some western-style food options

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Edinburgh City Guide: Parks

Between the beautiful architecture are ample green spaces