The capital's beer fans have received some good news ahead of the festive season, the team behind one of the city's best-loved pubs are hoping to restore another Edinburgh gem to its former glory.
Posting on their Facebook page, the Athletic Arms ' Kevin and Claire McGhee say they have jumped at the chance to help restore the famous Caley Sample Room.
They wrote: "We’ve been asked to open the Caley on behalf of Heineken (our shared landlord) We jumped at the chance to return her to her former glory."
"There will be changes to stocking agreements as the lease conditions have changed."
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And it could happen soon if the pair get their way.
They added: "We’re aiming for this side of Christmas depending on staff and building condition. Look out for social media updates directly once we gain access to them. Kev and Claire."
Fans of both pubs flocked to share their delight at the news.
One wrote: "Great news. The Sample room used to be a great bar. This end of town needs more good pubs."
Another added: "Good news - best of luck, hope to be in to ‘sample’ soon."
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