The Sheep Heid Inn in Edinburgh is among the very oldest public houses in Scotland, and has a fittingly fascinating history
Scotland is known for its many historic pubs scattered around the country, which have served thirsty patrons for dozens upon dozens of years.
The origin of the pub's name is a point of contention, with one theory relating to Duddingston's reputation as a popular area for sheep butchers in medieval times. Livestock reared on the nearby Holyrood Park were brought to the village for slaughtering, with the heads of the sheep being one of the less popular items at the local meat markets.
While these tasty-sounding meals are no longer on the menu, The Sheep Heid Inn continues to serve up hearty dishes to this day. Among the main courses currently on offer are Smoked Haddock Florentine Fishcakes, Beef Brisket & Double Gloucester Pie, and Freshly Battered Line-caught Cod & Chips. The box was displayed proudly in the inn for around 300 years, before being sold at auction to the Earl of Roseberry by a previous landlord in need of cash. It now resides with the Earl’s descendants at Dalmeny House.
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