St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh, a landmark with a 900-year history, is set to implement a £12 entrance fee for non-Scottish visitors starting September. Previously, entry was free, with visitors encouraged to donate £10. This change aims to enhance the visitor experience and support the Cathedral's cultural events and storytelling initiatives. Rev Dr Scott Rennie, the Cathedral's minister, expressed confidence that the new fees would transform how the Cathedral integrates Scottish culture into its worship cycle. With over 1.5 million visitors each year, St Giles is a significant site not only for worship but also for events like weddings. The Cathedral's head of heritage, Sarah O’Connor, noted that the funds will enable the Cathedral to offer more dynamic cultural experiences. The decision follows a previous consideration of an entrance fee three years ago, which was ultimately abandoned due to a drop in donations. However, the Cathedral has not clarified how it will distinguish between Scottish residents and tourists for ticket enforcement.