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Updates
##Level 4 Restrictions apply from 26 Dec 2020. This pub will be closed but MAY operate a takeaway service ##
@ 19/10/2020
Takeaways available daily, usually around 5-7pm but check Facebook for latest updates.
https://www.facebook.com/DiggersEdinburgh
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Athletic Arms [Diggers]
(also known as Diggers)
1-3 Angle Park Terrace
Edinburgh
EH11 2JX
Social Links
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Visit Athletic Arms [Diggers] on Facebook
Opening Times
Monday | 11.00 am - 1.00 am |
Tuesday | 11.00 am - 1.00 am |
Wednesday | 11.00 am - 1.00 am |
Thursday | 11.00 am - 1.00 am |
Friday | 11.00 am - 1.00 am |
Saturday | 11.00 am - 1.00 am |
Sunday | 11.00 am - 1.00 am |
About the Pub
Situated between two graveyards, the name Diggers became synonymous with this welcoming Edinburgh pub legend which opened in 1897. Banquette seating lines the walls, and a compass drawing in the floor aids the geographically challenged. Two smaller back rooms, where children are allowed if eating, have further seating and the larger has a dartboard.
Quieter now than in its heyday, though packed when Hearts are at home, it continues to extend a warm welcome to locals and visitors alike. Outstanding pies!
NOTE: Return Trays (Autovacs) are only used for the real ales served by tall fount.
Regular cask ales
This pub serves 2 regular beers.
- Caledonian Deuchars IPA
- Stewart Digger's 80/-
Changing cask ales
This pub serves 4 changing beers.
Changing beers typically include:
- Alechemy --varies--
- Caledonian --varies--
Sourced UK wide, but mainly Scottish.
Source: National
Features
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Real Ale Available
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Member Discount Scheme
30p off a pint. Excludes the £1 off one real ale Mon-Thu offer.
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Return tray
Tall fount only.
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Cask Marque Accredited
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Heritage Pub
Regionally Important Historic Interior
Facilities
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Dog Friendly
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Family Friendly
Although this pub is not targeting the family market, children over 5 are allowed in back room if eating.
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Function Room
Capacity of 30
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Traditional Pub Games
Dominoes. cribbage, darts.
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Newspapers
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Wifi
Free.
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Athletic Arms [Diggers]
1-3 Angle Park Terrace
Edinburgh
EH11 2JX
Sat Nav Reference
Transport
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Close to Bus Routes
Nearby Bus Routes (80m)
Lothian Buses
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Directions
1.5m SW of centre
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