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Free MOOMINS BRUNCH
Thu, 06 Aug 2026

MOOMINS BRUNCH

Brunch - OXBO Bankside

A MOOMIN BRUNCH TO REMEMBER ! Make Sundays a little more magical with the Moomin Brunch at OXBO Bankside.

Perfect for families and Moomin fans of all ages, this immersive four-course brunch combines generous seasonal dishes with playful Moomin-themed touches, bespoke décor and memorable surprises throughout the experience.

Guests can enjoy:

- Unlimited starters from the market table
- Eggs, waffles or pancakes freshly prepared in the open kitchen
- A choice of roast chicken or beef for the main course
- A weekly changing vegetarian main course
- Unlimited desserts to finish
- Special Moomin-themed additions throughout the brunch
- A dedicated Moomin Craft Corner for younger guests
- A special meet-and-greet with a Moomin character

Available every Sunday at from 12:30pm to 3:30pm.

Advance booking is essential.

From 6 Aug until 12 Aug

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Monboddo Piano Bar Sessions
Thu, 06 Aug 2026

Monboddo Piano Bar Sessions

Live Event - Monboddo at DoubleTree Hilton Edinburgh City Centre

Thursday 6th, Rhian Ferrigan

With her three octave range and effortless command of piano and vocals, Rhian turns familiar songs into something fresh, with everything from soul and pop to musical theatre favourites given her own stylish twist.

Thursday 13th, David Mairs

Glasgow based singer and pianist David Mairs brings a warm roots and Americana feel to the piano bar. Expect a beautifully curated mix of classics from the likes of Van Morrison, James Taylor and Bill Withers alongside contemporary favourites.

Thursday 20th, Conan Mowbray

Conan Mowbray is one of Edinburgh's most in demand piano bar performers, known for his lively duelling piano nights and his ability to get a room singing along. He brings genuine skill and personality a-plenty to the ivories.

Thursday 27th, Katherine Anne

Edinburgh based singing pianist Katherine Anne pairs delicate piano playing with a soothing, distinctive vocal, putting her own stamp on everything from chart hits to soulful classics

From 6 Aug until 27 Aug

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£75  Greek Wine Dinner
Thu, 06 Aug 2026

Greek Wine Dinner

Dining Experience - The Cock Hitchin

Join us for an evening exploring the bold, bright flavours of Greece. Hosted by James from Wine2Trade and wine2taste.co.uk, this dinner brings together expressive Greek wines and a menu inspired by the country’s sun-soaked ingredients, reimagined in our kitchen, with a seasonal British twist.

We’ll start at 7pm, but you’re welcome to join us a little earlier for a drink at the bar.

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Free In conversation with… Rebecca Douglas: Photographer, Filmmaker, and President of the Board of Trustees at Whale Wise
Thu, 06 Aug 2026

In conversation with… Rebecca Douglas: Photographer, Filmmaker, and President of the Board of Trustees at Whale Wise

Event - The Historic Dockyard Chatham

Stories of the sea: encounters, conservation and connection


Join photographer, filmmaker and ocean advocate Rebecca Douglas for a journey through some of the extraordinary stories that have unfolded through her lens around the shores of Kent, UK and Iceland.

From rescuing an entangled humpback whale, humans and humpbacks singing together and encountering rarely seen Northern Bottlenose Whales, to snorkelling alongside seals, puffins and diving gannets, Rebecca shares the moments of wonder, curiosity and connection that have shaped her relationship with the sea.

The talk will include the story behind her arresting Hanging Gannet photograph, placing second in the Conservation (Impact) category of Ocean Photographer of the Year 2024, alongside reflections on how powerful imagery can reveal both the beauty of our ocean and the challenges it faces.

Blending personal encounters, conservation stories and award-winning photography, this is a celebration of the wildlife, wild places and unexpected moments that remind us why the ocean matters, and why she believes we are all ocean storytellers.

Our talks are free to attend (you do not need a Dockyard admission ticket) but spaces are limited. Tickets must be booked in advance.

About Rebecca
Rebecca Douglas is a photographer, filmmaker and Official FUJIFILM X-Photographer whose work explores the connection between people, place and planet through stories from the wild edges of earth, sea and sky.

Born and raised on the Kent coast, Rebecca’s ocean and conservation storytelling reveals both the wonder and fragility of the natural world. Her work has been featured by National Geographic, NASA, BBC and ITV, and exhibited internationally, including her solo exhibition Sjórinn Talar at the Whales of Iceland Museum in Reykjavík and Islandness in partnership with National Trust.

Rebecca is President of the Board of Trustees at Whale Wise, a marine conservation charity dedicated to protecting whales through research, education and advocacy. She recently created a film for charity single Wash Over Me, released in partnership with World Ocean Day that brings together human voices and humpback whale song to raise funds and awareness for ocean conservation. Through her photography and storytelling, she seeks to inspire curiosity, connection and care for our blue planet.

 

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