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About Bannermans
Welcome to Bannermans, a storied live music pub tucked into Edinburgh's historic Old Town. With a main performance space and the intimate Back Cave, Bannermans hosts six nights of music each week, including PBH's Free Fringe. Whether you’re catching a buzzing set in the larger room or a closer show in the Back Cave, Bannermans offers a welcoming, no-fuss atmosphere for music lovers. We’ve got you covered with seating details, parking tips, transit options, and nearby hotel and dining picks to help you plan your visit.
Note: Bannermans regularly features Fringe performances and seasonal lineups. For the latest shows, check the venue calendar and follow our insider tips to secure your seats in advance. If you’re planning a night out in Edinburgh, Bannermans is a reliable stop for authentic live music in the heart of the city.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 212 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1NQ
- Main venue capacity: 175; Back Cave capacity: 60 (Back Cave is a dedicated smaller performance space, often standing).
- Venue type: pub with a dedicated live-music space in the Old Town; multiple intimate rooms.
- Seating/chart: Back Cave (standing) capacity 60; main area is primarily standing with varied room layouts.
- Parking: Cowgate Car Park (EH1 1JT) ~5–10 minute walk; other nearby options include Niddry Street Car Park and Holyrood Road Car Park; street parking may be restricted.
- Transit: Edinburgh Waverley station ~15–20 minutes on foot; serviced by Lothian Buses.
- Nearby hotels: Stay Central Hotel (Cowgate area); Balmoral Hotel (Princes Street); additional options within central Edinburgh.
- Notable events hosted: PBH's Free Fringe at Bannermans; Fringe venues and regular live music six nights a week.