'Welcoming' Scots pub with panoramic coastal view that's 'better than any TV'
With warm weather in Scotland, the pub with a seaside beer garden in Port Seton is a top spot for a pint.
With sunshine finally on the cards for Scotland, many are eyeing the best spots to soak up the heat. Few places rival a beer garden in good weather, so what about one at a coastal pub with an outstanding view ?
Nestled in the East Lothian seaside town of Port Seton, just under half an hour from central Edinburgh, the Thorntree Inn has quietly become one of the country's most beloved spots to enjoy a cold pint by the sea.
Although the pub itself sits modestly on the High Street, it is the beer garden tucked behind the building that truly steals the show, Scottish Daily Express reports.
Overlooking the Firth of Forth, the garden has earned a devoted following among locals and visitors alike, and online reviewers cannot stop raving about it.
The Thorntree currently holds a 4.6 out of 5 score on Google from nearly 250 reviews, with many singling out the panoramic seaside view as its biggest draw, while also hailing the "welcoming" atmosphere.
One delighted visitor wrote: 'The lounge bar has the added attraction of a huge window overlooking the Firth of Forth (better than any television). Would definitely recommend to visitors.'
Another reviewer praised both the location and the hospitality, saying: 'Traditional pub serving a good selection of beers. Beer garden overlooking the sea.
"Visited on a few occasions as we were on holiday in the area. Made to feel welcome by the staff and locals.'
Others called the views 'fabulous' and 'incredible,' with one customer describing it as a 'hidden gem' and adding: 'Couldn't have been more friendly and helpful, a great place in the summer.'
The praise continued on TripAdvisor, where reviewers shared similar admiration.
One wrote: 'There's plenty of room in the lounge area for a large group or for couples to sit by the vast windows to take in the breathtaking views of the sea. On a clear day you can see Fife across the water.'
Yet another fan shared their glowing experience of the pub's charm: 'Great 'old style' pub. Lovely staff and customers. Even though I'm a tourist, still welcomed by all.
"The view from the beer garden on a sunny day is stunning! And the Guinness is good too.'
The Thorntree's location is just as appealing as its atmosphere.
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Port Seton and neighbouring Cockenzie were once distinct fishing villages but are now regarded as a single town, increasingly popular with holidaymakers thanks to the nearby Seton Sands caravan park and easy transport links to Edinburgh.
Long gone are the days when the skyline was dominated by the Cockenzie coal-fired power station, once visible even from the Royal Mile.
Today, the area is flourishing for all the right reason, and for those chasing sun, sea and a cold pint this summer, the Thorntree Inn may be just the place.
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