Edinburgh Pub Guide: Sandy Bell's

Sandy Bell's

The sign outside the front of Sandy Bell's says it all: "Purveyors of fine ales and spirits. home of world renowned folk music." Meanwhile the pub sign carries the image of a fiddle and the words: "Sandy Bell's Ales & Music"

Sign Outside Sandy Bell's

Visit this fairly small, very traditional street corner pub during the day and you could be forgiven for wondering what the fuss is all about. But turn up on any evening and you'll find yourself in a folk music venue that is known worldwide: as someone once put it "a legend in its own opening time".

Interior from the Door

Interior from the Rear

Address: 25 Forrest Road, EH1 2QH
Telephone: 0131 225 2751
Opening hours, normal: 11.30am to 1.00am
Opening hours, Sunday: 12.30pm to 11.00pm
Real ales: Caledonian Deuchars IPA; Courage Directors; Guest beer
Whisky choice: A selection of 35+ malt whiskies always available
Cocktails: No
Hot drinks: No
Food: No
Music: Live music on 7 nights and 2 afternoons per week
Policy on children's access: No children's license
Disabled access: Sandy Bells is accessible but there are no special disabled facilities
Clientele: Locals, musicians, students, regulars
Outdoor seating: No
Features in: CAMRA's Edinburgh & SE Scotland Real Ale Guide (2004)
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