The Laurieston Bar
Join us on this opportunity to step back in time to the 1960s and explore the history of The Laurieston, one of Glasgow’s most celebrated pubs, and to understand why its unique design has been included in the CAMRA Inventory of Pub Interiors of Outstanding Historic Interest.
The Laurieston became a listed building in 2010 for its well-preserved historic design which includes distinctive tiling, retro signage and fully intact Formica furniture. On this tour we will learn about the pub’s history, its relationship with the Gorbals, the artwork which graces the walls and some of the famous visitors who’ve called in for a drink over the years. Most excitingly, we will uncover the secret to a perfect pint of Guinness.
The pub was described by Historic Environment Scotland as “an excellent example of 1960s public house design of which very few examples are thought to remain today.” Come along on our Doors Open Days tours this year to see what makes the Laurieston so special.
ADDRESS & CONTACT INFO
Laurieston Bar, Bridge Street, Glasgow, UK
G5 9HU
Refurbished in the 1960s
VISIT DETAILS
TOUR DATES & TIMES
Wednesday 18th September: 2 : 30 PM
BUILDING OPENING HOURS
This event takes place Wednesday 2:30pm but the Laurieston Bar itself is open Mon - Thurs 11am - 11pm, Friday and Saturday 11am - 12am and Sunday 12:30pm - 11pm.
BOOKING DETAILS
OTHER INFORMATION
TRAVEL
Nearest Train and/or Subway: Bridge Street Subway Station
Parking Available: no
Additional Parking Details: -
Parking Available: no
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ACCESSIBILITY
Physical Access: Limited Access
Further Accessibility Details: There are no accessible WC's.
Facilities: Seating, Toilets, Refreshments
Additional Restricitions on Access: -
Further Accessibility Details: There are no accessible WC's.
Facilities: Seating, Toilets, Refreshments
Additional Restricitions on Access: -
ORGANISATION
Organised by: Dan – Glasgow Building Preservation Trust
Dan is the Project Development Officer in Glasgow Building Preservation Trust, the organisation which runs Glasgow Doors Open Days.
Tel: 01415544411
Email: daniel@gbpt.org
Website:
Dan is the Project Development Officer in Glasgow Building Preservation Trust, the organisation which runs Glasgow Doors Open Days.
Tel: 01415544411
Email: daniel@gbpt.org
Website:
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