Edinburgh Tattoo show cancelled due to Storm Floris as Fringe events in doubt

The Edinburgh Tattoo has been cancelled due to severe weather brought by Storm Floris, with Fringe events also plunged in doubt due to high winds.

Organisers confirmed that Monday’s event has been cancelled as strong winds and heavy rain are set to batter Scotland.

An amber weather warning will come into force for much of the country from 10am to 10pm.

Gusts of 50 to 70mph have been forecast for many parts and are likely to reach 80 to 90mph on some exposed coasts, hills, and bridges.

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Scots have been urged to avoid travel as an amber warning for strong winds comes into force for much of Scotland.

Heavy rain is also forecast for some areas.

The forecaster has urged the public to stay indoors “as much as possible” with high winds creating a risk of injury.

The Edinburgh Tattoo said the safety of the audience, performers and staff was their “top priority”.

The event has only previously been cancelled in 2020 and 2021 due to the Covid pandemic.

A statement read: “We apologise for any inconvenience this may have caused. Your safety, along with that of our performers and staff, is our top priority.

“We currently expect to go ahead as usual on Tuesday, August 5, but we will continue to monitor the weather and provide any further updates on our website and social channels.”

It comes as the Edinburgh Fringe Festival kicks off its first full week of events on Monday, with severe weather threatening to cancel shows.

Edinburgh Zoo said escalating wind speeds meant it was forced to close for the remainder of the day.

Network Rail announced that several lines in the west and north of the country will be closed from noon on Monday.

Meanwhile, Edinburgh City Council confirmed Princes Street Gardens remain closed on Monday and Tuesday.