Just a short 10 minute walk from The Balmoral, Edinburgh’s most adored neighbourhood can be found, Stockbridge.
Stockbridge is renowned for its cobbled streets, Georgian architecture, beautiful green parks and a mix of independent shops and family owned restaurants.
One of Edinburgh's most picturesque locations and often described akin to a fairy-tale
I.J. Mellis & Son
Indulge on a delicious cheese tasting, sampling the freshest Scottish cheese. This is a fantastic opportunity for cheese lovers to learn from the passionate cheesemongers and bring your own bottle to enjoy alongside. Or simply pop in to browse their huge selection of wonderful cheeses.
Sunday Market
Stockbridge Sunday market offers a range of delicious hot food, freshly baked goods, charcuterie, fruit and vegetables, and arts and crafts. It is
the perfect way to spend a relaxing Sunday afternoon and to enjoy
some local delicacies.
Whiskers Wine Bar & Bistro
A relaxed family owned establishment that focuses on seasonal and fresh British cuisine with a classical French influence. Sit at the window with your chosen wine and watch the world go by.
Vivacious, glamorous, powerful. Few figures encapsulate the effortless grandeur of the Belle Époque quite like Donna Franca, our Sicilian muse. Famed for her petite frame, thick dark hair and an exquisite fashion sense that has endured for over a century, Franca was the epitome of an era that placed beauty and high fashion at its forefront.
The sound comes first - the soft thud of a well-struck ball, rising into a clear blue Sicilian sky. Ahead, fairways unfold in undulating greens towards the blue calm of the Mediterranean. The air is warm, perfumed with orange blossom and sea salt. There’s no rush, only a meditative rhythm: swing, step, breathe and repeat, interrupted only by the sound of waves.
With heritage placed firmly in its heart, it is little wonder that Rocco Forte Hotels chose to partner with FAI. Both share a deep commitment to Italian ancestry, inviting you to slow down and uncover the deeper meaning behind the places you visit.