Points
of Interest
Viewing-point:
In the 1990s, an information-board was erected
at the top of Braid Hill, specifically describing
the seven hills which make up the course.
The prime mover of this initiative was John
Bartholomew, of the famous map-making company.
Special
Map: A special Seven Hills
map has been commercially produced, and
is available in many Edinburgh bookshops.
It is produced by Harvey's of Doune (tel.
01786-841202), and gives a detailed depiction
of each hill.
www.harveymaps.co.uk
Fireworks:
The organisers of Edinburgh's Hogmanay celebrations
have taken up the seven hills theme; fireworks
are set off from each of the hills at midnight,
to welcome in the new year.
Music:
In 1988, a musical composition by Neil Butterworth
entitled "The Seven Hills March"
was played at the tops of the 7 hills by
members of the Edinburgh Youth Orchestra.
Television:
The event has featured once on television.
Channel 4's sport department appeared in
1997 — the only year the event has
ever suffered from heavy rain!
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