What Is The Oldest Pub In Scotland?

What is the oldest pub in Scotland?

The oldest pub in Scotland is the Sheep Heid Inn in  Edinburgh. The  oldest certified public house in Scotland certified in  1360. 

During the pub’s storied records, it is recognised to have hosted and served some well-known poets and personalities.

Pubs are a dime a dozen within the U.K, no matter whether or not you are or not you are in a primary city, or an old fashioned village and as everyone knows, the pub culture is definitely something you need to experience. Where better than in Scotlands, oldest pub..

During the pub’s storied records, it is recognised to have hosted and served some well-known poets and personalities. Edinburgh-born novelist Robert Louis Stevenson is stated to have popped-in for a pint as well as  famed Scottish poet Robert Burns,.

The Sheep Heid Inn is a premium pub, bar and restaurant with its own terrace in the heart of picturesque Edinburgh.

The Sheep Heid Inn is beautifully  restored, with a restaurant perfectly equipped to meet all your culinary needs, whatever the occasion.

With endless charm and character around every corner, this stylish restaurant and bar is renowned for its excellent selection of local specialities, seasonal and classic pub dishes to suit your taste appetite.

Easy to reach and perfect for any occasion.

If you are driving, there is ample parking available.

Located in the heart of the vibrant city of Edinburgh, you will have no problems getting to The Sheep Heid Inn.

With two main train stations, Edinburgh Waverley and Edinburgh Haymarket, there are regular services to other parts of Scotland and the rest of the UK.

If you arrive by car there are many road links between the city and the rest of Scotland and the UK. There are also a number of bus services in and around the area.

In addition to our beautiful indoor spaces, the pub  offers a fabulous outdoor dining area that is perfect for eating alfresco all year round.

Things to do in the vicinity of the Sheeps Heid

Situated within the heart of Edinburgh, there’s an abundance of entertainment options around The Sheep Heid Inn.

Must see points of interest within the Scottish capital include Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh Zoo, The Real Mary King’s Close, Blair Street Underground Vaults, Our Dynamic Earth, and The Edinburgh Dungeon.

The Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, National Museum of Scotland, The Museum of Childhood, and the Scottish National Portrait Gallery are sure to please everyone, young and old.

And, as soon as they are done exploring, pop into The Sheep Heid Inn to refresh and refuel.

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