Bar Files: 2026 Bake Off Winner Peter Sawkins
In which creative folks reveal their top watering hole. This time, a baker extraordinaire highlights a hidden gem in Abbeyhill
Bellfield Brewery is just behind Edinburgh’s iconic Arthur’s Seat, but more importantly only a five-minute saunter away from my old flat in Abbeyhill. They brew their own delicious beer on site (it’s gluten-free), have rotating food pop-ups, a strong Wednesday night quiz and half pints that actually cost half the price of a full pint, which is great for those of us who like to try a wide selection but can’t hack a big night. Whether sitting inside for a cosy drink or enjoying Scotland’s sunshine in the beer garden, it’s a great place to be.
Peter Sawkins co-presents Bake It Global and Giants In The Kitchen, National Museum Of Scotland, Edinburgh, Wednesday 8 April; both events are part of Edinburgh Science Festival.