EngMike Posted February 3, 2020 Share Posted February 3, 2020 Hi I am clearly new to this forum. Just wondering on some suggestions from a few of you. Me and my girlfriend have Hearts as our Scottish team and we're hopefully coming up from Manchester (if you don't mind English supporters) 😂 for the Motherwell game in March. We were recently in Edinburgh (fantastic city by the way) for the weekend and tried to get tickets for the Rangers game but couldn't. Was just hoping on some suggestions on decent pubs before the game. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davemclaren Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 22 hours ago, EngMike said: Hi I am clearly new to this forum. Just wondering on some suggestions from a few of you. Me and my girlfriend have Hearts as our Scottish team and we're hopefully coming up from Manchester (if you don't mind English supporters) 😂 for the Motherwell game in March. We were recently in Edinburgh (fantastic city by the way) for the weekend and tried to get tickets for the Rangers game but couldn't. Was just hoping on some suggestions on decent pubs before the game. Cheers Should be easier to get tickets for the Motherwell game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJ93 Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 22 hours ago, EngMike said: Hi I am clearly new to this forum. Just wondering on some suggestions from a few of you. Me and my girlfriend have Hearts as our Scottish team and we're hopefully coming up from Manchester (if you don't mind English supporters) 😂 for the Motherwell game in March. We were recently in Edinburgh (fantastic city by the way) for the weekend and tried to get tickets for the Rangers game but couldn't. Was just hoping on some suggestions on decent pubs before the game. Cheers I'm not a pub goer but any pub on Gorgie Road should be fine. Perhaps the Tynecastle Arms? Enjoy your trip! Hopefully you'll see a good game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GinRummy Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 Depends how busy you want the pub to be. I prefer the pubs around Haymarket for wee games. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davemclaren Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 2 minutes ago, GinRummy said: Depends how busy you want the pub to be. I prefer the pubs around Haymarket for wee games. Caley Sample Room is relatively quiet these days. If I'm at Haymarket then Thomson's is my pub of choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GinRummy Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 Just now, davemclaren said: Daley Sample Room is relatively quiet these days. If I'm at Haymarket then Thomson's is my pub of choice. Aye I like Thomsons. Hardly ever get for a pint before games now ☹️ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kila Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 22 hours ago, EngMike said: Hi I am clearly new to this forum. Just wondering on some suggestions from a few of you. Me and my girlfriend have Hearts as our Scottish team and we're hopefully coming up from Manchester (if you don't mind English supporters) 😂 for the Motherwell game in March. We were recently in Edinburgh (fantastic city by the way) for the weekend and tried to get tickets for the Rangers game but couldn't. Was just hoping on some suggestions on decent pubs before the game. Cheers Hospitality a shout perhaps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baron of ness Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 Benson's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl Weathers Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 If I was in your shoes I'd do a mini pub crawl. Maybe something like Tynecastle Arms or Stratford Arms before the match (both can get quite busy). After the game you could do Diggers, Bensons and then Dickens if you are heading back to Haymarket/Dalry area. A real mix of pubs there for you to try! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haken Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 22 hours ago, EngMike said: Hi I am clearly new to this forum. Just wondering on some suggestions from a few of you. Me and my girlfriend have Hearts as our Scottish team and we're hopefully coming up from Manchester (if you don't mind English supporters) 😂 for the Motherwell game in March. We were recently in Edinburgh (fantastic city by the way) for the weekend and tried to get tickets for the Rangers game but couldn't. Was just hoping on some suggestions on decent pubs before the game. Cheers If you want atmosphere in a supporter-filled pub, got to be the Tynie Arms or Diggers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Portable Badger Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 Had friends up from Cardiff recently - did Diggers, dropped down to the Tynecastle Arms then into Bar1874 in the Main Stand so they could experience the build up to the game. They loved it. After the game .... depends what type of pubs you like. Others on here can advise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gashauskis9 Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 Definitely the Diggers (Athletic Arms). Very welcoming and a great pint served in record time by the best bar staff in the world (imo). Hope you have a great trip and enjoy the game 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goldstone Wonder Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 Diggers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Dan Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 and what’s wrong with our own Bar? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annushorribilis III Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 23 hours ago, EngMike said: Hi I am clearly new to this forum. Just wondering on some suggestions from a few of you. Me and my girlfriend have Hearts as our Scottish team and we're hopefully coming up from Manchester (if you don't mind English supporters) 😂 for the Motherwell game in March. We were recently in Edinburgh (fantastic city by the way) for the weekend and tried to get tickets for the Rangers game but couldn't. Was just hoping on some suggestions on decent pubs before the game. Cheers We have a supporters club in Manchester so a Manc accent won't bother anyone in my experience. No reason to be uncomfortable, my kids are English and we go to games fairly often. The only pub I usually go near is the Caley Sample Rooms (fab selection of beers and decent food) A bit surprised to hear it's not so busy these days. The Athletic Arms (popularly known as Diggers) is a very short walk from the Sample Rooms - those would be my choices. If you go to a game and go to Diggers you can talk about Hearts anywhere in the world, Diggers is a bit of a tradition. Have a great trip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Class of 75 Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 23 hours ago, EngMike said: Hi I am clearly new to this forum. Just wondering on some suggestions from a few of you. Me and my girlfriend have Hearts as our Scottish team and we're hopefully coming up from Manchester (if you don't mind English supporters) 😂 for the Motherwell game in March. We were recently in Edinburgh (fantastic city by the way) for the weekend and tried to get tickets for the Rangers game but couldn't. Was just hoping on some suggestions on decent pubs before the game. Cheers Welcome to the fold. Both you and your girlfriend have chosen the best football team in Scotland and one with a unique history. Hope you enjoy the game. 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gov Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 bar 1874 or diggers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Der Kaiser Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 No one suggesting a cerry oot and stand in White Park with the real fans.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamboman9 Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 If you haven't already I'd suggest opening an account with hearts etickets for yourself and your better half. Once you have Motherwell tickets you will have a purchase history and will be ok for tickets in future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Old Tolbooth Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 1 hour ago, Gashauskis9 said: Definitely the Diggers (Athletic Arms). Very welcoming and a great pint served in record time by the best bar staff in the world (imo). Hope you have a great trip and enjoy the game 👍 How long you been working there now mate? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One five Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 1 hour ago, davemclaren said: Caley Sample Room is relatively quiet these days. If I'm at Haymarket then Thomson's is my pub of choice. I second that I often go to the caley sample room before a game friendly and nice food. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingantti1874 Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 Pity you missed out on huns win.. atmosphere will be 100 times better than well.. but never mind - enjoy!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Beni of Gorgie Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 Diggers is the obvious choice, 1874 being attached to the ground is very convenient. Hopefully you aren't in my row and need out for a piss! Enjoy your trip and hopefully we are in better shape by the time you arrive Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarthVodka Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 On 03/02/2020 at 14:41, EngMike said: Hi I am clearly new to this forum. Just wondering on some suggestions from a few of you. Me and my girlfriend have Hearts as our Scottish team and we're hopefully coming up from Manchester (if you don't mind English supporters) 😂 for the Motherwell game in March. We were recently in Edinburgh (fantastic city by the way) for the weekend and tried to get tickets for the Rangers game but couldn't. Was just hoping on some suggestions on decent pubs before the game. Cheers Highly recommend hospitality in the Gorgie Suite if you are up for a 1 off game and want to make a day of it (and feeling a bit flush) opens a few hours before KO, and closes about 1.5 hrs after the game is finished. Includes a 3 course meal and complimentary bar and a few pies at Half time (they used to have a pint waiting for you but that seems to have stopped). The price varies per category game and has always been well worth it when I have been. Nothing to stop a few drinks in Diggers or the club bar before and after - both are usually pretty lively at those times. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midloth_Iain Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 Not a huge amount of bars around the stadium. Before the game : 1874 in the main stand or Tynecastle Arms adjacent. Stratfords (Stratties) is popular although busy and IMHO not as good as the Tynie Arms After the game; Defo head for Diggers (Athletic Arms), if you can get in - some of the best beer in Edinburgh. Depending where you are staying, there are a few bars on the way back to the city centre if you fancy a walk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gnasher75 Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 Something else worth considering that morning. https://www.heartsfc.co.uk/news/article/matchday-legends-stadium-tour Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott herbertson Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 23 minutes ago, Ruud Krol said: Stratfords (Stratties) is popular although busy and IMHO not as good as the Tynie Arms Quite right - stay away from it, especially our seats up at the back Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SectionDJambo Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 Probably better heading to the area around the ground early and going to the pubs mentioned by other guys. Little chance of trouble from Motherwell fans, but being around Haymarket then walking along gives a wee chance of encountering them. You'll find the Hearts fans in the pubs are happy to welcome fellow fans from anywhere. We're a good bunch. You'll enjoy the pubs near the ground before and after. Enjoy the day. Should be a good match. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramrod Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 On 03/02/2020 at 14:41, EngMike said: Hi I am clearly new to this forum. Just wondering on some suggestions from a few of you. Me and my girlfriend have Hearts as our Scottish team and we're hopefully coming up from Manchester (if you don't mind English supporters) 😂 for the Motherwell game in March. We were recently in Edinburgh (fantastic city by the way) for the weekend and tried to get tickets for the Rangers game but couldn't. Was just hoping on some suggestions on decent pubs before the game. Cheers For pre match definitely Diggers is a must . For post mattch if you're back in central Edinburgh The Guildford opp the Balmoral Hotel has a great selection of Real Ales and is female friendly 👍🏻 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EngMike Posted February 4, 2020 Author Share Posted February 4, 2020 Cheers everyone for the welcome. Will defo check out those pubs. This is hopefully our first of many when we can get up. I signed up to the Heats etickets a little while ago so will sort tickets from there but any help is welcome. We aren't stopping over this time sadly, doing a day of it then heading back. We have the Manchester derby the next day and I am a season ticket holder at Manchesters 1 and only team City, and unfortunately the girlfriend is a season ticket holder at that evil place in trafford 😡 But yeah we are really looking forward to it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramrod Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 3 hours ago, EngMike said: Cheers everyone for the welcome. Will defo check out those pubs. This is hopefully our first of many when we can get up. I signed up to the Heats etickets a little while ago so will sort tickets from there but any help is welcome. We aren't stopping over this time sadly, doing a day of it then heading back. We have the Manchester derby the next day and I am a season ticket holder at Manchesters 1 and only team City, and unfortunately the girlfriend is a season ticket holder at that evil place in trafford 😡 But yeah we are really looking forward to it I like your girlfriend, you? not so much 😬 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BelgeJambo Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 You can just pub crawl from Haymarket Train station to the stadium Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andydog Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 (edited) You should definitely get in contact with Manchester Hearts. They’re one of the most prominent hearts supporters groups. As for the day itself, I can’t offer much more than has been mentioned before... diggers, tynie arms, etc edit: had a quick google and it seems Manchester hearts haven’t updated anything in a while. Hope they are still going but may not be. Edited February 4, 2020 by andydog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimosavi Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 On 03/02/2020 at 14:41, EngMike said: Hi I am clearly new to this forum. Just wondering on some suggestions from a few of you. Me and my girlfriend have Hearts as our Scottish team and we're hopefully coming up from Manchester (if you don't mind English supporters) 😂 for the Motherwell game in March. We were recently in Edinburgh (fantastic city by the way) for the weekend and tried to get tickets for the Rangers game but couldn't. Was just hoping on some suggestions on decent pubs before the game. Cheers You should do Hospitality for £130 it's a fantastic experience Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dryJTlaw Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 7 minutes ago, kimosavi said: You should do Hospitality for £130 it's a fantastic experience Do that on your next trip up 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EngMike Posted February 4, 2020 Author Share Posted February 4, 2020 36 minutes ago, ramrod said: I like your girlfriend, you? not so much 😬 Well I can't help there mate. I can only hope you see sense and make a change it'll be good for you 😂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cookieboy Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 50 minutes ago, ramrod said: I like your girlfriend, you? not so much 😬 this Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henrysmithstaxi Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 The Western Bar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weakened Offender Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 7 hours ago, baron of ness said: Benson's Seriously, don't take the lady to Benson's, it's not normal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie86 Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 For a one off then you might as well go to the pubs from Haymarket towards Tynecastle but if you are looking to make it a bit of a regular trip, you'll realise that most of them are a bit shit, including Diggers. The Tynie Arms is a good shout and Stratford Arms is.....an experience! A few pubs up the old town at the Grassmarket then a fiver for a taxi is a much better shout, in my opinion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stan Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 4 hours ago, EngMike said: Cheers everyone for the welcome. Will defo check out those pubs. This is hopefully our first of many when we can get up. I signed up to the Heats etickets a little while ago so will sort tickets from there but any help is welcome. We aren't stopping over this time sadly, doing a day of it then heading back. We have the Manchester derby the next day and I am a season ticket holder at Manchesters 1 and only team City, and unfortunately the girlfriend is a season ticket holder at that evil place in trafford 😡 But yeah we are really looking forward to it Roseburn bar is decent too if you're coming in from airport side. Get away fans in there too sometimes but will be fine seeing as it's not Hibs or Celtic. Otherwise, DIggers is best choice. Hope you enjoy it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlphonseCapone Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 15 minutes ago, Jamie86 said: For a one off then you might as well go to the pubs from Haymarket towards Tynecastle but if you are looking to make it a bit of a regular trip, you'll realise that most of them are a bit shit, including Diggers. The Tynie Arms is a good shout and Stratford Arms is.....an experience! A few pubs up the old town at the Grassmarket then a fiver for a taxi is a much better shout, in my opinion. The grassmarket is shite at the weekend, full of tourists. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brux Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 31 minutes ago, Henrysmithstaxi said: The Western Bar 🤣🤣😂😂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boag1874 Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 On 03/02/2020 at 14:41, EngMike said: Hi I am clearly new to this forum. Just wondering on some suggestions from a few of you. Me and my girlfriend have Hearts as our Scottish team and we're hopefully coming up from Manchester (if you don't mind English supporters) 😂 for the Motherwell game in March. We were recently in Edinburgh (fantastic city by the way) for the weekend and tried to get tickets for the Rangers game but couldn't. Was just hoping on some suggestions on decent pubs before the game. Cheers If its a one off I’d go to a few of the pubs, pick your tickets up at the TO when it opens, go to Hearts’ own bar under the stadium, go to the tynecastle arms & definitely make sure you go to the diggers its a great hearts pub with a cracking beer selection Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie86 Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 2 minutes ago, AlphonseCapone said: The grassmarket is shite at the weekend, full of tourists. Depends what you want from a pre-match pint. Decent choice of pints in a decent pub, I'd choose the old town and Grassmarket. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N Lincs Jambo Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 Pretty sure the Manchester Hearts SC meet up at a pub on the Bury New Road. Decent sized SC and run double decker buses up to the major games. Well worth checking out. Not all Scottish ex-pats either, pretty sure there’s a fair few English there who have happened upon the Heart’s Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUTOL Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 18 minutes ago, AlphonseCapone said: The grassmarket is shite at the weekend, full of tourists. The couple coming are tourists. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morgan Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 50 minutes ago, Henrysmithstaxi said: The Western Bar Hi, Anne-Marie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indianajones Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 +1 for the Diggers. Enjoy your trip when it comes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EngMike Posted February 4, 2020 Author Share Posted February 4, 2020 (edited) Yeah we will check them out. This isn't going to just be a one off either we want to come up as much as we can and cheer on the Jambos. I mean the Manchester branch we will check them out was trying to respond to someone Edited February 4, 2020 by EngMike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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