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Underbelly (Bristo Square)

Iconic upside-down purple cow and subterranean venue hub for comedy, circus, and cabaret.

Underbelly (Bristo Square)

About Underbelly (Bristo Square)

Heritage background, architectural provenance & visitor guide

Home of the Big Purple Cow

Underbelly is a legendary live entertainment producer and key Fringe venue operator. Recognizable by its giant upside-down purple cow (Udderbelly), Underbelly brings cutting-edge comedy, mind-bending circus acts, and sensational cabaret to Edinburgh every summer.

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