Scotland's five best cosy pubs with fires revealed by The Times

The list includes public houses in places ranging from Edinburgh to the Isle of Skye and is perfect for those looking for a cosy pint this winter.

With a cold and wintry weekend upon us, here are the best pubs across Scotland with open fires.

Scotland's cosiest pubs with open fires revealed in new list

George Hotel in Inveraray was named the cosiest pub with a fire in Scotland. (Image: Getty)

Here are the cosiest pubs across Scotland with open fires, according to The Times.

1. George Hotel, Inveraray
2. Old Mill, Killearn
3. The Byre Inn, Brig o’ Turk
4. The Stein Inn, Isle of Skye
5. Kay’s Bar, Edinburgh

The top spot on the list went to The George Hotel in Inveraray which has been in the ownership of the Clark family since the mid 19th century.

Speaking of the Argyll and Bute pub, the article said: "Fantastic atmosphere, especially in the bars. 

It added: "Downstairs is an open fire. They serve great grub. The hotel is part of the community but the main bar is surprisingly cosmopolitan.

"All Scottish towns should have a place like this."

Scotland has plenty of cosy pubs with open fires to get you through winter. (Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto)

The Stein Inn on the Isle of Skye was also listed and praised as "the place to go for fireside single malts after walks on the Waternish peninsula."

Named as a "special spot" by the publication, the Inn's charming tagline is “No road is too long for good company."

Kay’s Bar in Edinburgh, which was also named on the list, was described as being "tucked away on Jamaica Street" in the heart of the city.

Speaking of the pub's food and atmosphere, the site added: "They care for the beer and do a bit of grub at lunchtime (anything that goes with HP Sauce). Four screens for rugby only — no footie here."