Edinburgh has always had a buzzing nightlife scene – regardless of what decade – and today we’re looking back at some old pubs and clubs that we’ve lost over the years.
Have a look through our gallery and let memories come flooding back. And before you leave, please share your own recollections of the Capital's lost pubs and clubs in the comments.
17. Establishment
Establishment at 3 Semple street. The nightclub vanished in 2009 when the area was redeveloped for new offices. Photo: Third Party
18. The Yellow Carvel
Known for a time as one of Edinburgh’s best folk music venues, The Yellow Carvel owed its rather curious name to a 300-ton armed merchant ship (or caravel) harboured at the port of Leith in the 15th century. Located on Hunter Square, in the 1960s and 70s the pub became a haven for the city’s patchouli-scented folk crowd, as well as blues and jazz buffs. Photo: National World
19. Subway
Subway on Lothian Road pictured in 2004. Unofficially known as "Scrubway". The nightclub later changed its name to Club Tropicana. Subway lives on in the middle of Edinburgh's historic Cowgate , situated under the arches of George IV Bridge. Photo: Third Party
20. Ivanhoe
Named after the historical novel Ivanhoe, by Edinburgh literary great Sir Walter Scott, whose impressive monument towers nearby, this was once a popular city centre boozer. The pub has since been closed and the building demolished. Photo: National World