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(Pub, External, Key). Published on 07-12-2013

Volunteer Arms [Canny Man's], Edinburgh (Canny Man's)

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Opens at 8:00am
237 Morningside Road, Morningside, Edinburgh, EH10 4QU (View on Google Map)
(0131) 447 1484
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An Edinburgh institution for decades, this multi-roomed bar has a unique ambience and character, helped by red decor, subdued lighting and literally thousands of pictures, musical instruments, hunting trophies and odd artefacts crammed into every corner. The previously strict management rules have been relaxed a little, but are there for the benefit of the Canny Man’s many regulars. Some of the interconnecting rooms are set aside for dining. At least one beer is from Caledonian. Children are not admitted.

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Previous Names
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Last updated
09/09/2019
Last surveyed
14/05/2013
Pub ID
EDN/291
Asset of Community Value

Two star - A pub interior of very special national historic interest

Listed status: B

Famous multi-roomed pub with walls obscured from skirting board to ceiling with a vast collection of memorabilia accumulated over the years that impart a unique atmosphere. Please note the sign 'Dress casual but smart' on entering via the door in Canaan Street. Officially the Volunteer Arms, this was built as a two-storey private house of local grey stone and is still in the same family ownership since it became a pub in 1879. The main bar at the front of the building has an old bar counter and back gantry. On the front left is a tiny area but there is no indication it was ever a separate small snug. In the early 1960s, the rooms at the front were partially opened-up and a second counter added at the rear right. A couple of small rooms have also been brought into use. This quirky pub sells its own blended whisky and over 200 single malt whiskies; it even has a champagne menu. When not busy, drinks are occasionally served on a tray with some complimentary peanuts - the prices reflect this.

Monday
8:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 11:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 11:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 11:00pm
Saturday
8:00am - 11:00pm
Sunday
9:00am - 11:00pm
Monday
8:00am - 11:00am & Noon - 4:00pm & 5:00pm - 9:30pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 11:00am & Noon - 4:00pm & 5:00pm - 9:30pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 11:00am & Noon - 4:00pm & 5:00pm - 9:30pm
Thursday
8:00am - 11:00am & Noon - 4:00pm & 5:00pm - 9:30pm
Friday
8:00am - 11:00am & Noon - 4:00pm & 5:00pm - 9:30pm
Saturday
8:00am - 11:00am & Noon - 4:00pm & 5:00pm - 9:30pm
Sunday
9:00am - 11:00am & Noon - 4:00pm & 5:00pm - 9:30pm

Current beers

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Facilities
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Garden Garden
rear courtyard & front bench
Dog Friendly Dog Friendly
bar area only
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Lane hotel is part of buisness. 6 rooms
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Transport
Close to bus routes (160m)
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Closest station (2800m)
Haymarket

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