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Scotsman
16-05-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
New Edinburgh pub with live music near The Meadows to serve first customers today
A new Irish bar near The Meadows in Edinburgh will open its doors for the first time this afternoon (Friday May 16). Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Described as 'an old man's pub for all ages and sexes,' Seamus's Pub on Brougham Place will replace the former International Bar. The new venue will be open seven days a week, with live music on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 5pm. Seamus's Pub near Edinburgh neat the Meadows will open at 4pm on Friday, May 16 | Seamus's Pub Sending a message to their social media followers today, owners said: 'We are excited to announce that our new pub, Seamus's, will be opening its doors today Friday May 16 at 4pm! We look forward to seeing you there.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The bar offers a range of stouts including their very own Seamus's Stout which they say is a 'smooth and creamy dry stout, delivering layers of roasted coffee and cocoa'. The drinks menu also includes cocktails including mojitos, French martinis, spritz cocktails and margaritas. Owners of the new pub said Seamus's is a place 'where the pints are cold and the laughter is loud', with customers able to play cards, darts and pool. There are also special discounts for students and elderly residents. Seamus's at 15 Brougham Place is open from 4pm to 12am to Monday to Wednesday, 4pm to 1am Thursday and Friday and between 12pm to 1am on the weekends.
Yahoo
05-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Edinburgh set to welcome 'old man pub for all ages' by The Meadows
Edinburgh's pub scene has welcomed a new spot by The Meadows. Seamus's is opening up on Brougham Place, taking over from The International bar. The new venue has promised an 'old man pub for all ages'. Owners are currently running a competition to win a one per cent share in the pub, which can be done by sending a beer emoji through their Instagram account. READ MORE: Scottish dad tragically took his own life after abuser moved back into area READ MORE: Edinburgh road closed and buses diverted as emergency services on scene of crash READ MORE - Edinburgh man's sweet act for girlfriend as she opens up on devastating Crohn's diagnosis READ MORE - Edinburgh 'class clown' lands Netflix series role after mum urged him to pursue acting Locals were quick to comment with excitement at the news. One commented: "Good luck, I will pop in when you open." A second added: "I will be there when you open I'm old and regular!" If, like us, you're wondering who Seamus is - look no further. Owners have told his tale on their site. Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox It reads: "Seamus was born in 1862 on the bustling streets of Longford Ireland. At the age of two, Seamus's father lost him in a poker game, six months later, Seamus won himself back. "Determined to make his mark on the world, Seamus stowed away on a Ryanair flight to Edinburgh, nestled among bags of Taytos and dreams of dartboard domination. Upon landing, he quickly showcased his unmatched skills at cards, pool, and darts in all of the city's best old man pubs. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. "He then set up his own games leagues and eventually opened his own pub—Seamus's – an old man's pub for all ages and sexes. With his quick wit and banter, he quickly became Longford's best export since… eh… Pat the Baker… and your one Maura from Love Island." So, at least that's cleared up.
