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Edinburgh Live
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Neil Pooran

There's a free Halloween tour around Arthur's Seat exploring its dark past

Arthur's Seat is steeped in history, making it the perfect place to explore Edinburgh's dark past at Halloween.

The rangers at Holyrood Park are offering free walks around the landmark ahead of Halloween and All Saint's Day.

They will be discussing the "saints and sinners" of the park, including grim moments of its past and the religious significance of the site.

The walks are taking place on the  Sunday afternoons on October 27 and November 3.

Historic Environment Scotland say: "Join us for a Halloween and All Saints’ Day themed walk, uncovering the light and dark sides of Holyrood Park’s history of saints and sinners.

"Hear chilling tales of criminals, pestilence and murder, as well as the lives of the holy men and women of Holyrood throughout the centuries."

The events are free but must be booked here.

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