Edinburgh Award

Congratulations to Edinburgh International Festival Director Nicola Benedetti who has won the 2023 Edinburgh Award!

Since 2007, the Edinburgh Award has celebrated individuals who have made a truly unique contribution to the city and brought our capital to national and international attention.

Previous recipients include bestselling authors, ground-breaking scientists, human rights activists, exemplary sportspeople and Fergus Linehan, our previous Festival Director. The Edinburgh Award allows its citizens to see the individuals who have made a real and lasting impact on the city.

The City of Edinburgh Council

Read more on the EIF website: https://eif.buzz/3s3T7Vn

Photo: Franz Galo

Hannah King