Carrubber's Close

Alleyways

Carrubber's close, is like many of the alleyways in Edinburgh, that lead you from one area to another , some are hidden gems, others not so.

Carrubber's Close

One of the many small streets with steps used as a short-cut to get top the Royal Mile. Not much to see really. You can take your pick of the many such "closes" in Edinburgh and they're pretty much do...

Bins

This is a wide passage linking the High Street to Jeffrey street, it might be pleasant if it were not for the large commercial bins standing at the entrance on the High Street. It is significant enou...

Omit by all means!

Homeless people gather there in large groups and urinate all over the close. Better to take a longer walk.

Great find

This time eatery is located in a close (alley) off the Royal Mile. It's a great place for a quick, light lunch. Or perhaps a snack and a cuppa whatever, We had pea and ham soup, served with a couple...