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Updates
@ 8/10/2020
Following new ScotGov restrictions will be open for takeaway from Sat 10th Oct. 5 -7pm - see Facebook.
Previously:
The beer garden reopened 10/7/2020 and indoor tables also now available.
Operating times:
Mon - Thu: 5-10 ("walk ins” only)
Fri - Sun: 2-10 (book any 4 hour time slot that suits).
Now showing Sky and BT sports again and will open at 12 on Sundays when Scottish football is on.
2020 Beer Festival will run from 7th - 9th November. Bookings only -sessions are 1.30 -5.30 and 6 -10pm. 1 - 4 persons per table. Up to 15 different cask ales over the weekend with 8 at any time. See Facebook for more information.
Table reservations ESSENTIAL Fri - Sun. Email bookingstaggs@gmail.com.
Contact details MUST be provided. 6 people from 2 household max.
Contactless payments preferred.
Children must, like adults, must stay seated except to use toilets.
Dogs MUST be on leads.
Avoid raised voices, shouting, singing, dancing and approaching other tables.
Takeaways will still be running as they have been but you will now queue from the side door again.
Pricing is £2.50 or £3/ pint - bring your own container or get one from the pub (50p deposit). Social distancing measures enforced. Pre-orders now available - DM via Twitter/Facebook before 3pm on chosen collection day.
https://www.facebook.com/Staggsbar
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Volunteer Arms [Staggs]
(also known as Staggs)
81 North High St.
Musselburgh
EH21 6JE
Social Links
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Opening Times
| Monday | Midday - 11.00 pm |
| Tuesday | Midday - 11.00 pm |
| Wednesday | Midday - 11.00 pm |
| Thursday | Midday - 11.30 pm |
| Friday | Midday - Midnight |
| Saturday | 11.00 am - Midnight |
| Sunday | 12.30 pm - 11.00 pm |
About the Pub
Superb pub run by the same family since 1858. The bar and snug are traditional with a wooden floor, wood panelling and mirrors from defunct local breweries. The attractive gantry is topped with old casks. The more modern lounge opens at the weekend. The real ales, mostly pale and hoppy, change very regularly. The real cider is Black Rat. CAMRA Edinburgh Lothian Pub of the Year 2020, and winner of many previous awards. See the wall of the bar!
Regular cask ales
This pub serves 3 regular beers.
- Loch Lomond Silkie Stout
- Oakham Bishops Farewell
- Oakham JHB
Changing cask ales
This pub serves 4 changing beers.
Changing beers typically include:
- Fyne Ales --varies--
- Loch Lomond --varies--
Mostly pale and hoppy.
Source: National
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Features
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Real Ale Available
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Real Cider Available
Black Rat.
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Beer Festivals
Annually on remeberance sunday.
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Return tray
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Heritage Pub
Regionally Important Historic Interior
Facilities
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Disabled Access
Flat access but no disabled toilet.
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Pub Garden
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Parking
Public car park next to pub with charging points for electric cars.
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Dog Friendly
Bar.
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Family Friendly
Although this pub is not targeting the family market, children are allowed in snug or lounge until 7.30pm.
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Function Room
Rear lounge can be booked.
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Traditional Pub Games
Dominoes, cribbage.
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Smoking Area
Heated, canvassed area.
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Sports TV
TV is muted.
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Wifi
Free.
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Volunteer Arms [Staggs]
81 North High St.
Musselburgh
EH21 6JE
Sat Nav Reference
Transport
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Close to Bus Routes
Nearby Bus Routes (80m)
Lothian: Various; East Coast: Various; Prentice: Various
Open map, zoom in and hover on bus stop symbols to see route numbers.
Directions
Behind The Brunton
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