The Caves Edinburgh

The Caves is a truly unique venue that makes up the sub-structure of the 18th Century South Bridge.

About The Caves Edinburgh

	8 - 12 Niddry Street South, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1NS
	01315578989
	The Caves Edinburgh Website
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There is no venue more Edinburgh than the Caves, or more Scottish, if you consider there was once so much Whisky stored here that it became known as "Whisky Row".

Every room has a story to tell and a special place in Scottish history -from vaults that served as the stables to the French Cavalry who were at one time body guards to the Royal Family, to remains of the houses that pre-date the Bridge itself - with the original terracotta floor tiles still intact!

Today, after over 100 years of being lost, the hidden vaults were rediscovered and the original stone vaults of the Old Town Edinburgh have been magnificently restored by the current Managing Director, Norman Rowan junior.

With great regard for preserving the authenticity and history of this venue, for many years they have painstakingly excavated these vaults which is a UNESCO World Heritage site, thus creating this spectacular and very unique venue...

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Upcoming Events at The Caves Edinburgh

Music

Deborah Bonham Band with support from the Andy Taylor Group

3rd April 2025

The Caves Edinburgh, Edinburgh Old Town

Deborah Bonham, one of the finest UK Blues, Rock and Soul singers, and her band play The Caves on 3rd April with support from the Andy Taylor Group!

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The Supernaturals

13th April 2025

The Caves Edinburgh, Edinburgh Old Town

The Supernaturals, a five piece guitar-based indie rock band from Glasgow, will play The Caves Edinburgh on Sunday 13th April!

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Joan As Police Woman

24th April 2025

The Caves Edinburgh, Edinburgh Old Town

Highly acclaimed American songwriter Joan As Police Woman returns to Edinburgh for a show at The Caves on Thursday 24th April!

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GUN

25th April 2025

The Caves Edinburgh, Edinburgh Old Town

Prepare for an unforgettable experience as Paul, Jools and Dante from the iconic MTV EMA-winning rock band GUN bring their Hombres Acoustic Tour to The Caves, Edinburgh on Friday April 25th!

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Kalandra

26th May 2025

The Caves Edinburgh, Edinburgh Old Town

Kalandra, a band with roots in melancholic Nordic folk and gritty guitars, bring their UK and Europe tour to The Caves Edinburgh on 26th May!

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Deerhoof

25th July 2025

The Caves Edinburgh, Edinburgh Old Town

American noise pop band Deerhoof bring their 31 Flavours Tour to The Caves Edinburgh on Friday 25 July!

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Alice Faye

28th August 2025

The Caves Edinburgh, Edinburgh Old Town

Don't miss rising star Alice Faye live at The Caves Edinburgh, her unique blend of classic and modern influences creates a captivating musical experience!

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Jake Xerxes Fussell

7th September 2025

The Caves Edinburgh, Edinburgh Old Town

Jake Xerxes Fussell is on a UK and Ireland tour in 2025 with a date at The Caves Edinburgh on Sunday 07 September!

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Tom Hickox - The Orchestra Of Stories

2nd October 2025

The Caves Edinburgh, Edinburgh Old Town

Tom Hickox is going on tour this Autumn in support of his new album 'The Orchestra Of Stories', and plays The Caves Edinburgh on Thursday 2nd October!

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Aynsley Lister

14th December 2025

The Caves Edinburgh, Edinburgh Old Town

Aynsley Lister, billed as one of the most exciting contemporary Blues guitarists around today, returns to The Caves Edinburgh for his annual sell out December gig on the 14th!

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