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Fifty Four and Counting

Fifty Four and Counting

Blogger, Photographer, Writer – just a good old honest opinion of restaurants, products, services and life in general

Month: August 2018

Craigmhor Lodge & Courtyard, Pitlochry, Scotland – Homely, Cosy & Indulgent

CountriesfiftyfourandcountingAugust 21, 2018

Scotland, home of the Brave, Bagpipes, Haggis, stunning Highlands and Scottish hospitality. All of these are great reasons to head North of the Scottish border. After three exciting and fun packed days at the Edinburgh Fringe, we were in need of a bit of rest, fresh air and time for us. We had heard really…

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AttractionsfiftyfourandcountingAugust 13, 2018

The Real Mary King’s Close, Edinburgh – A 17th Century Street worth a Visit

Edinburgh is a wonderful city that thrives with historical buildings, a castle once the home to Mary Queen of Scott’s and…
BritishfiftyfourandcountingAugust 13, 2018

Metro Bar and Restaurant, Grassmarket, Edinburgh – Great Food, Good Service and in a Clean Bright Setting

Opposite some of the oldest establishments below Edinburgh Castle on the other side of the road in Grassmarket stands the Metro…
ComedyfiftyfourandcountingAugust 13, 2018

NewsRevue, Edinburgh Fringe – Relevant, Funny Satirical Comedy at its Best

Imagine witnessing a conversation between a plastic reusable coffee cup and its guilty owner who chose to use a throw away…
ComedyfiftyfourandcountingAugust 13, 2018

Ross Brierley: Accumulator, Edinburgh Fringe – Odds on this Funny Guy to Succeed!

“I heard this guy is funny” said this voice as a leaflet was handed to us. That voice was from Ross…
CabaretfiftyfourandcountingAugust 12, 2018

Burn the Floor: Rebels of Ballroom, Edinburgh Fringe – An Explosion of Passion and Energy, A Must See!

OMG! This explosive show is a must for anyone that loves to see raunchy dancing, fast paced and incredible singers. This…
EdinburghfiftyfourandcountingAugust 12, 2018

The Dolly Parton Story, Edinburgh Fringe – An Amazing Voice to Bring this Story to Life

Hannah Richards steals this show with a voice of an angel. This was a delightful performance that tells the story of…
ComedyfiftyfourandcountingAugust 12, 2018

McMagic Moments, Edinburgh Fringe – Original, Funny and Engaging

This show located at The Voodoo Rooms with entertainer Elliott Bibby brought a blend of magic, intentional incompetence and humour together…
ComedyfiftyfourandcountingAugust 12, 2018

Tudur Owen: Undemanding, Edinburgh Fringe – A Welsh Comedian that’s Delightful, Funny and Humble!

In a small room, above the Mash House, we had the pleasure to listen and watch as this funny, friendly and…
DramafiftyfourandcountingAugust 12, 2018

Big Aftermath of a Small Disclosure, Edinburgh Fringe – Thought Provoking, Brilliant and Emotional

Set in a small room called the Old Lab, four performers present an emotional rollercoaster short on words to get to…
ComedyfiftyfourandcountingAugust 12, 2018

Mervyn Stutters Pick of the Fringe, Edinburgh Fringe – Brilliant, Relevant and Excellent Compilation of Acts from the Fringe

I just loved this fun packed show .. the theatre was packed and for good reason. Mervyn has just turned 70…
ComedyfiftyfourandcountingAugust 12, 2018

A Flamingo called Frank, Edinburgh Fringe – Comedy Sketches

As we walked along the Royal Mile, people watching, we were accosted by five young men in pink jump suits. It…
EdinburghfiftyfourandcountingAugust 11, 2018

The Edinburgh Military Tattoo, Edinburgh Castle – Magnificent Military Precision Spectacle… Amazing!

Standing high above the city of Edinburgh is the Castle. As we joined the thousands entering the modern stadium structure, you’re…
ComedyfiftyfourandcountingAugust 11, 2018

A New Political Comedy Show, The Edinburgh Fringe – A light hearted Debate on Immigration

In the small top floor room of the Beehive Inn a small audience gathered to listen to a light hearted debate…
ComedyfiftyfourandcountingAugust 10, 2018

The Artist, Edinburgh Fringe – Original, Curious, Entertaining and all without a word!

This delightful performance was like watching Mr Bean, a mime artist, slapstick and clowning all rolled into one. The Artist is…

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