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Historic pubs

The Royal Dick – New class in session
Hopefully this former school has tuned a new page after some trouble.
Mather's Bar, Broughton Street – Cheap punks and Cliff Richard
DJ Jay Crawford remembers pints with the stars at Mather's.
The Harbour Inn – Sunday best
On the birth of the Ten Pint Sunday.
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John Leslie’s Bar – Still one of my favourite pub experiences
Plus a new pub coming to Easter Road.
The Guildford Arms – Don't forget to look up
A great central pub with a stunning ceiling.
The Jinglin' Geordie – George, meet George
Train beers, pt. 4.
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Mathers West End – Unchanged
A review from almost 50 years ago looks remarkably similar to mine.
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The Oxford Bar – What's happened?
Haunt of Ian Rankin, Inspector Rebus and Lorraine Kelly.
Leslie’s Bar – Redemption
A tale of two visits to Edinburgh's most beautiful pub.
Kay's Bar – Dodging demolition
Once in the middle of a slum, Kay's is now one of the best pubs in the city.
Sheep Heid Inn – Fascinating past, bland present
It’s a shame the Sheep Heid Inn lacks any charm, given its beautiful location and stunning history.
Mathers West End – A pub you can bank on
Sometimes, a room, a pint and some company is all you need.
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