Sisters Cadha McLuskey, 7, and Isla McLuskey, 10, enjoyed ice-cream at South QueensferrySisters Cadha McLuskey, 7, and Isla McLuskey, 10, enjoyed ice-cream at South Queensferry
Sisters Cadha McLuskey, 7, and Isla McLuskey, 10, enjoyed ice-cream at South Queensferry

Edinburgh weather: How the public enjoyed day one of lockdown easing in the sun

As the mini heatwave continues in Edinburgh, it's little wonder locals were out soaking up the glorious sunshine at beauty spots around the city on Friday – especially now lockdown measures have been eased.
By Gary Flockhart
Published 29th May 2020, 19:41 BST
Updated 30th May 2020, 10:01 BST

And, despite First Minister Nicola Sturgeon saying she was “nervous” to announce the lifting of certain lockdown measures in case Covid-19 spikes again, the vast majority of locals seem to be following the new guidelines.

The good weather is expected to last the weekend, with the temperatures dropping on Sunday, and then again on Monday.

Ava Taylor, 6, makes a splash at South Queensferry.

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Ava Taylor, 6, makes a splash at South Queensferry. Photo: Lisa Ferguson

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Locals enjoy the glorious late May weather at South Queensferry.

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Locals enjoy the glorious late May weather at South Queensferry. Photo: Lisa Ferguson

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A pair of friends relax in the sunshine after cycling.

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A pair of friends relax in the sunshine after cycling. Photo: Lisa Ferguson

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Locals enjoy the good weather with a beautiful dog.

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Locals enjoy the good weather with a beautiful dog. Photo: Lisa Ferguson

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