It’s been said before that Edinburgh has more pubs per square mile than any other city in the UK – and who are we to argue?
From spit and sawdust boozers to trendy style bars, locals and tourists are spoiled for choice when going for a night out in Scotland’s capital city. But while some amazing new venues have opened up in recent years, many of the city's great pubs of yesteryear are sadly no longer with us.
Here we take a look at some Edinburgh pubs that called last orders – how many of these pubs did you used to drink in?
9. Ivanhoe
Named after the historical novel Ivanhoe by Sir Walter Scott, whose famous monument lingers nearby, this was a popular city centre boozer. The pub has since been closed and the building demolished. Photo: TSPL
10. Caledonian Ale House
The cosy Caledonian Ale House, known as the Haymarket Station Bar until 1995, offered a unique atmosphere and was generally very busy. It was knocked down in 2008 during the tram works. Photo: TSPL
11. The Green Tree
The Green Tree in the Cowgate pictured in 1999. Popular with students and locals alike, this was a lively bar on the weekends. Photo: TSPL
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Exterior of The Highwayman lounge bar at St Andrew Square bus station, January 1978. Picture: TSPL Photo: TSPL