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Edinburgh's Christmas ice rink axed after almost 30 years

Edinburgh's Christmas ice rink axed after almost 30 years
BBC Scotland Monday 26 October 2026, 17:28 UTC 1 min read
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The winter attraction will not be in the city this year after concerns over city centre access and funding.

The winter attraction will not be in the city this year after concerns over city centre access and funding.
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