6 of the scariest haunted pubs in Edinburgh - including The White Hart Inn and Tolbooth Tavern
Should you fancy a different type of Scottish spirit from whisky and gin, then the capital really does have no shortage of pubs that claim to be haunted.
Unsurprising really given its history, and perhaps part of what makes the city such a magical place to visit.
Behind all the cosmopolitan glamour and tourist trappings lies a darker, grimier past that is hidden in cobbled stairwells, claustrophobic vaults and ancient buildings.
We take a look at the history behind six Edinburgh pubs you may not know are haunted:
According to their website, a previous manager who transferred the skull to another local bar was shot there, during a raid.
A group of fitters also had the misfortune of their workshop burning down after they removed the skull, now no-one will dare touch it for fear of the dire consequences.