Smoke can be seen across Edinburgh after the huge wildfire broke out on Arthur’s Seat.
Police and emergency services were called shortly after 4pm and people have been advised to avoid the area.
Tara Cobham10 August 2025 19:41
Full statement from Scotland’s fire service
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service said in a statement issued just after 5pm this evening: “Crews are in attendance at a fire in the open at Arthur’s Seat, Holyrood Park, Edinburgh.
“Members of the public no longer need to alert our Operations Control room about this fire, as we are receiving a number of calls to this incident.”
Tara Cobham10 August 2025 19:40
Huge wildfire breaks out at beloved Arthur’s Seat in Edinburgh
A huge wildfire has broken out on the beloved landmark Arthur’s Seat in Edinburgh.
Police and emergency services were called shortly after 4pm and people have been advised to avoid the area.
Tara Cobham10 August 2025 19:37
