15 pictures of Edinburgh's longest-running businesses that have defied the odds to stand the test of time

There’s no denying that an alarming number of local businesses have been forced to close in recent months, but these Edinburgh establishments have defied all the odds to stand the test of time.

Here, we look at 15 Capital-based businessess that have survived long enough to earn “institution status” and are still with us after all these years.

Take a look through our picture galley to find out more.

9. Cockburns of Leith, Est. 1796

Delivering wine across the nation since 1796, Cockburns of Leith is considered Scotland's oldest surviving wine merchant. Photo: LEWIS HOUGHTON

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10. The Sheep Heid Inn

Duddingston's Sheep Heid Inn is considered to be the oldest pub in all of Scotland. While not a longest-running business as such, there's been a drinking establishment on this site since around 1360 and has served sorts - including the Queen in early 2016. Photo: Third Party

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11. Romanes & Paterson, Est. 1808

Situated at 62 Princes Street, the Scottish-themed Romanes & Paterson is quite possibly the oldest still-extant shop in Edinburgh. Photo: Lisa Ferguson