Six Nations 2020: These Edinburgh pubs and bars are not showing the Scotland vs England game

If you feel like you want to escape the Calcutta Cup contest between Scotland and England at Murrayfield this weekend, here are some of the best bars you can head to.

Nobles in Leith.

On Saturday 8 February 2020, Edinburgh will be gripped with rugby fever, as tens of thousands of people flock to Murrayfield for Scotland’s match against England.

Many more will pour into the capital’s many bars and pubs, desperate to see how Scotland perform against the old enemy.

This time last year, Gregor Townsend’s men pulled off one of the greatest comebacks in sporting history, drawing 38-38 with England after trailing by more than 30 points earlier in the match.

But if that excitement just isn’t enough to make you want to watch this year’s Six Nations showdown between the teams, here are some of the places you can escape the hype.

Sandy Bell’s

Address: 25 Forrest Rd, Edinburgh EH1 2QH

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This cosy drinker’s pub definitely won’t be showing the rugby - primarily because it doesn’t have a TV - but also because it will be hosting some of Edinburgh’s most talented folk musicians.

Paradise Palms

Address: 41 Lothian St, Edinburgh EH1 1HB

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Trendy Paradise Palms is famous for its on-site record store, vegan and vegetarian-friendly menu, and relaxed cabaret-style layout.

Lucky Liquor Co

Address: 39A Queen St, Edinburgh EH2 3NH

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This cool bar specialises in an ever-changing menu of quirky cocktails.

Nightcap

Address: 3 York Pl, Edinburgh EH1 3EB

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If weekend cocktails are your thing, you can also try Nightcap, just next to The Stand comedy club. Whisky cocktails are something of a speciality here, and as the name suggests, it’s open ‘til late.

Nobles

Address: 44A Constitution St, Edinburgh EH6 6RS

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You won’t be craning your neck to see a TV screen in this elegant Leith establishment, but you will probably find yourself looking up at the stained-glass windows instead.

Voodoo Rooms

Address: 19a W Register St, Edinburgh EH2 2AA

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If you’re after an altogether fancier Saturday afternoon, the antique decor and classic cocktails in The Voodoo Rooms could be the perfect choice.

The Dagda Bar

Address: 93-95 Buccleuch St, Edinburgh EH8 9NG

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This small, old fashioned watering hole would never let something as stressful as rugby spoil its convivial atmosphere. This is the perfect place for anyone who favours beers over cocktails.

Bramble

Address: 16A Queen St, Edinburgh EH2 1JE

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While not for everyone, Bramble’s stylish underground location and extensive cocktail menu will certainly be free of rugby fanatics.

Hoot The Redeemer

Address: 7 Hanover St, Edinburgh EH2 1DJ

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This dive bar hidden away on Hanover Street is famous for its whisky slushies. Anyone avoiding the Calcutta Cup showdown can keep themselves entertained in this vintage fun fair-themed attraction.