Royal Dick at Summerhall set to reopen for first time since lockdown

The popular bar will run an online booking service to help ensure social distancing.

The Royal Dick at Summerhall is set to reopen for the first time since the start of the lockdown.

The popular Edinburgh watering hole, nestled inside the complex of buildings at Summerhall, will start serving customers again from 2pm to 10pm, Thursday to Sunday each week.

The Royal Dick at Summerhall is set to reopen for the first time since the start of the lockdown.

Patrons will now have to book a spot online in advance of their visit, with tables and picnic benches for up to six people available in two hour slots.

Rowan Campbell, Summerhall General Manager said: “After a bumper opening weekend, we would advise people to book well in advance and if your preferred slot isn’t available, try 15 mins either side.

“We’re almost fully booked for this weekend so we’ve opened up bookings for the next few weeks too.”

On tap will be Barney’s Beer and Pickering Gin, both brewed on site having worked through lock-down on alternative revenue streams.

Summerhall resident cleaning company Daybreak have been working to deep clean the entire site, using hospital-grade testing to declare Summerhall as Covid-19 Hygiene Certified.

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