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Historic pubs

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.
Mather's Bar, Broughton Street – Sex & gigs & Billy Joel
A pub which is proud to celebrate its history - hurrah!
Artisan Bar & Lounge - Outlasting the temperance movement
Don't get between a thirsty drinker and their pub.
3
The Cumberland Bar – A summer beauty
A rerun of a previous review for the summer. When it comes.
The Harbour Inn – Are Sundays the best day to drink?
A delightful pint on the waterfront in a historic fisherman's pub.
Bennets Bar Tollcross – C.A.S.K.
Trying Moonwake's first cask beer.
The Cramond Inn – The art and the artist
Thoughts on Sam Smith's. Plus, a local pub takes a closer step to reopening.
2
The Athletic Arms – Bury me here
Also known as the Diggers, this pub has so, so much going for it.
5
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