other edinburgh hightlights
Sport
Football enthusiasts from all over Scotland, and further afield, make regular pilgrimages to watch the best of Scottish football at the immortalized grounds of Tynecastle and Easter Road, homes to heart of Midlothian FC and Hibernian FC respectively.
Murrayfield Stadium, home to the UK Six Nation Rugby Internationals, is situated in the Costorphine district of Edinburgh, some 3 miles from the city centre and the hotel.
Murrayfield has been the home of Scottish rugby since it first opened in 1925 and it was continually developed over the course of the next sixty years until it reached its present status as the largest and most impressive stadium in Scotland. It provides state-of-the-art facilities for some 67,500 fans although this is some way short of the stadium record set in 1975 when 104,000 watched Scotland defeat Wales in a Five Nations match.
And while it's primarily a rugby stadium, Murrayfield has also proved to be a popular venue for a diverse range of other events including pop concerts, American football, Highland games, lacrosse and hockey matches, and even a youth rally to welcome His Holiness The Pope.
Knockhill Racing Circuit
Located just 6 miles from Express by Holiday Inn Dunfermline is Knockhill Racing Circuit, Scotland’s National Motorsports Centre. It is the premier place in Fife to experience high speed thrills, customised motor shows, stock car and motor bike racing or even go-karting………………………..more
The Knockhill race track is regarded as Scotlands National Center for Racing and since its opening 1974 has had constant improvements to the 2 km (1.3 mile) track. The narrow circuit rises and falls and winds its way around the site providing plenty to keep the experienced driver occupied and give the wannabe driver some great thrills. Knockhill is a dedicated seven day a week operation with over forty full time staff.
Superb experiences include:-
4x4 Off Road Course
Can you imagine driving without using your feet? You will on our Town and Country sponsored 4x4 course. Take your driving into a new dimension and guide our Isuzu Troopers and your fellow pupils around the challenging course. Including sharp ascents and descents, water crossing and side slopes so steep that you will hardly believe the vehicle won't roll! Amaze yourself with what you and a 4x4 can really do!
Rally Driving Experience
Professional instructors will encourage you to drive a Rally Prepared Sierra Sapphire in a way you would never have felt possible, you will amaze yourself at your new found ability.
Ferrari 355 Driving in Scotland
Drive the famous supercar that is the Ferrari 355 at this superb venue Knockhillin Scotland. Your chance to live the dream. Ferrari is the name that captures all the passion and style of the ultimate supercar, combining outstanding handling with stylish flair. Once you've got to grips with the circuit in an MGTF sports car you will take control of the Ferrari 355. From the smooth gear changing to the unmistakeable roar of the 380bhp, 40 valve V8 engine, this experience is sure to be the drive of your life.
MGF & Racing Car Experience
Once you have seen our impressive fleet of MGF sports cars and single seaters you will be raring to go! Taking the wheel of the MGF, one of our fully trained instructors will build your confidence and speed preparing you for the drive of your life. Your solo session in the Formula First Single Seaters will have you flying along just inches from the ground, experience the magic and excitement normally reserved for the professionals!
Edinburgh Races
Just eight miles from the centre of Edinburgh, Musselburgh racecourse is easily accessible by plane, train or car. Originally known as Edinburgh Races, with meetings held on Leith Sands, horseracing has been staged in the area for hundreds of years. Lord Rosebery was largely responsible for the move to the attractive meadows setting at Musselburgh, following complaints about the crowd at Leith becoming too rowdy.
The historic Musselburgh Links has been a venue for horse racing since 1816, during which time the course has seen many changes. One of the most recent courses to develop a jumping track, Musselburgh is one of two courses in Scotland that races both on the flat and over obstacles.
The racecourse management has also recently redeveloped the main grandstands, entrance and parade ring area, creating some of the best facilities for racegoers in the country. Future projects include a new stable yard and the addition of an all-weather track.
2007 Fixtures:
Jumps:
Wedneday, 14th Feb (Valentine's Day)
Friday 30th November
Monday 10th December
Sunday 16th December
Saturday 29th December (New Year Sprint Day)
Flat:
Sunday 8th April (Easter Sunday)
Monday 9th April (Hearts FC Family Day - Easter Monday)
Friday 4th May
Monday 21st May
Saturday 2nd June
Saturday 9th June (Ladies Day, featuring the Scottish Sprint Cup)
Friday evening 22nd June
Monday 25th June
Monday 9th July
Tuesday evening 24th July
Thursday evening 2nd August
Tuesday evening 14th August
Thursday 30th August
Monday 17th September
Sunday 30th September
Friday 5th October
Thursday 8th November
Friday 9th November
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