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The Edinburgh hidden gem garden perfect to escape the chaos of the Fringe Festival
It is just a short walk from Scotland's oldest pub.
The Edinburgh Fringe is underway, which means the Scottish capital is once again positively buzzing with activity. Everywhere you look in the centre of the city, there are locals and tourists soaking up the atmosphere.
Throughout August, Edinburgh welcomes millions of visitors from across the UK and beyond for the biggest arts festival in the world. The legendary event sees countless shows put on all over the city, from standup comedy to theatre and dance.
Whether you live in Edinburgh, or are visiting for the Fringe, everybody needs a break from the hustle and bustle. For that reason, the Daily Record's Walk of the Week is a secret gem garden in the city.
Dr Neil's Garden is a hidden retreat located in the historic village of Duddingston in the east of Edinburgh, next to Holyrood Park. Situated beside an idyllic pond, the garden features various plants, flowers, and winding paths.
Although the garden can be reached in around just 40 minutes on foot from the centre of Edinburgh, it feels worlds away from the chaos of the Fringe.
Dr Neil's Garden is the creation of two local doctors: Andrew and Nancy Neil. The GPs started work on the garden in 1963, and they encouraged their patients to help out with the gardening to help clear their heads in tranquil surroundings.
Today, the little-known garden is a place where city dwellers can take some time out of their busy lives to reconnect with nature. Visitors will find conifers, heathers, alpines, herbaceous borders, and even a physic garden.
After you're done soaking in the tranquil atmosphere of Dr Neil's Garden, you can enjoy a picturesque walk around Duddingston before heading into the historic Sheep Heid Inn for some food and drink.
Read on for some photographs that show why Dr Neil's Garden is the perfect destination this Edinburgh Fringe Festival. More information can be found on the Dr Neil's Garden website.
If you are still looking for travel inspiration, a few of our recent Walks of the Week can be found below:
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The Scottish island walk that was named country's 'best hike' by experts
The Scottish beach walk that ends at award winning fish and chips
The 'virtually uninhabited' Scottish beach perfect for family summer day out
The Scottish 'subtropical' garden that was crowned Family Venue of the Year
The stunning Scottish beach with cosy pub by the sand perfect for family day out
The perfect Scottish Father's Day hike that ends at inn with delicious Sunday roast
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