The Bridges

From Newhaven.

Window

The last of the sun plus some rain.

Classic

An old MG circa 1956.

Waverley Station

Fairies

One of the craft tents outside St Giles. The makers name is a little different. www.becasinsects.co.uk

Romania Represented

If ever you need the Romanian Consul this is where you will find him.

Senzala

Performing in Princes Street.  A sort of martial art moves meets south American rhythm and music. Information here http://senzalascotland.co.uk/

Mud

Another sign of the times.  The "lawn" at the Book Festival normally suffers due to rain during the proceedings.  This year with so much heavy rain prior to the event it was bad even before it got started. It hasn't dampened the enthusiasm of the fans though.

Lunch

Back at the Fair Trade tent, this is my fruit crepe being made by a Brazillian lady. Very tasy.

Castle from the Gardens

The Castle from the west end of Princes Street Gardens.

Fascinating Aida

Fascinating Aida have been performing at the festival for 28 years and they are better than ever.  The show is a hoot and tonight was a sellout.  The recently viral video of "Cheap Flights", (if you haven't seen it just Google), has secured them a new audience.

Up For Sale

A break from the festival.  This distinctive Edinburgh landmark, Donaldson's School for the Deaf, has become yet another development opportunity.  http://www.richardmurphyarchitects.com/projects/381/

Fair Trade

A new addition.  Castle Street is now a pedestrian zone and this large tent features a Fair Trade market.

Fringe Show

This is a fun show with Adelmo, a very good pianist and Adelmo's trombone playing "assistant".  You don't need to know much about opera but if you do you will probably get more out of it. http://www.operationadelmo.com/
Playing at the New Town Theatre.