Four Marys

Evocative 16th-c place - named after Mary, Queen of Scots' four ladies-in-waiting - and filled with mementoes of the ill-fated queen inc pictures and written records, pieces of bed curtain and clothing, even a facsimile of her death-mask; neatly kept L-shaped bar with mahogany dining chairs around stripped period and antique tables, attractive old corner cupboards, elaborate Victorian dresser serving as bar gantry, mainly stripped-stone walls with some remarkable masonry in the inner area, up to eight real ales (May, Oct beer festivals), good range of malt whiskies, fair value food inc good cullen skink, cheery landlord and courteous staff; piped music; children in dining area until 9.30pm, heated outdoor smoking area, difficult parking, open all day (till 1am Fri, Sat)