The Oxford Bar is housed within an original Georgian dwelling and has served as a public house for many a generation, the pub is chiefly notable for having been featured in Ian Rankin's Inspector Rebus series of novels as the inspector's favourite watering hole.

placeholder image — The Oxford Bar is housed within an original Georgian dwelling and has served as a public house for many a generation, the pub is chiefly notable for having been featured in Ian Rankin's Inspector Rebus series of novels as the inspector's favourite watering hole.

12 of the oldest Edinburgh pubs which still serve the pints, including some from the 1300s

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Published 13th Nov 2023, 19:22 GMT

Updated 13th Nov 2023, 20:07 GMT

Edinburgh proudly boasts some of Scotland’s oldest pubs – and all of them are steeped in history.

These longstanding boozers have fascinating back stories, particularly when it comes to how they got their names and some of the famous names who frequented them.

We’ve dug into the Evening News archives to bring you images showing a dozen of the oldest drinking establishments in Auld Reekie –some of them dating all the way back to the 1300s.

9. Cafe Royal

The Cafe Royal on West Register Street boasts an equally grand interior in an exuberant French style that captures the best in late 19th century pub architecture. Photo: JPIMedia

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10. Ye Olde Golf Tavern

Ye Olde Golf Tavern, situated opposite Bruntsfield Links and has been popular with local amateur golfers since the dawn of the sport. The pub was established in 1456. Photo: JPIMedia

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12 of the oldest Edinburgh pubs which still serve the pints, including some from the 1300s

Edinburgh proudly boasts some of Scotland’s oldest pubs – and all of them are steeped in history.

9. Cafe Royal

10. Ye Olde Golf Tavern

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