8 long-gone Edinburgh nightclubs we haven't forgotten

Whether you were a regular on the club scene in the '90s, a gig-fan in the '80s or just an occasional party-goer back in your student days, you've no doubt frequented at least one or two of Edinburgh's many nightclubs over the years.

Here are 8 of our favourite long-gone Edinburgh clubs.


As well as being a regular staple of Edinburgh nightlife for decades, The Venue also ran a popular Under 18's night. Picture: TSPLplaceholder image
As well as being a regular staple of Edinburgh nightlife for decades, The Venue also ran a popular Under 18's night. Picture: TSPL

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Back in the 80s, what is now Electric Circus was known as Buster Browns. This club was the coolest place to hang out, especially as big acts like Blondie and Duran Duran were rumoured to hold their after-show parties here. Picture: WOW247placeholder image
Back in the 80s, what is now Electric Circus was known as Buster Browns. This club was the coolest place to hang out, especially as big acts like Blondie and Duran Duran were rumoured to hold their after-show parties here. Picture: WOW247
The Cavendish or Cav has had many names and incarnations over the years, including Clouds, Coasters, Texas, The Hoochie Coochie Club, Outer Limits, The Network Lava & Ignite and Atik. Which one do you remember best?placeholder image
The Cavendish or Cav has had many names and incarnations over the years, including Clouds, Coasters, Texas, The Hoochie Coochie Club, Outer Limits, The Network Lava & Ignite and Atik. Which one do you remember best?
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