Whisper it, folks, but summer is finally here. And with weather forecasters predicting plenty of sunshine this weekend, locals will be heading en masse to one of Edinburgh’s many great beer gardens.
Sometimes the hardest part is deciding where to go, so we asked our readers to tell us their favourite pub beer gardens in Edinburgh.
We got plenty of responses, with recommendations ranging from traditional pubs to stylish cocktail gardens.
If you fancy heading out for al fresco drinks today, take a look through our photo gallery to see 18 amazing Edinburgh beer gardens – all of them chosen by Evening News readers.
13. Anchor Inn
The Anchor Inn, on West Granton Road, Granton, has a "sensational" pub garden according to locals, with rustic decor and good craic. Photo: The Anchor Inn
14. The Scottie
Located on Northfield Broadway, The Scottie is a super-friendly local pub serving great food and drinks. The pub also boasts a decent-sized beer garden which doesn't take long to fill up on sunny days. Photo: Third Party
15. Staggs
Also known as the Volunteer Arms, Staggs Bar in North High Street, Musselburgh, has been run by the same family since 1858. It won Scotland and Northern Ireland CAMRA Pub of the Year in 2018. Photo: Gordon Fraser
16. The Sheep Heid Inn
Edinburgh’s historic Sheep Heid Inn has a beer garden which also comes highly recommended. Found in The Causeway, Duddingston, you can enjoy a rewarding pint after scaling nearby Arthur's Seat. Photo: Photographer: Scott Louden