The Park Bar

Feasgar math!

The success of our venture into the local bar last week brought about a desire to experience more of what our local area had to offer in terms of pubs and bars. Luckily, living on Argyle Street in Glasgow’s west end means that there are innumerable drinking establishments within easy walking distance of our front door.

Unsurprisingly, it was easy enough to convince the gang once more to join me in a little jaunt down the road to The Park Bar. I had selected this destination after discovering a very interesting article about it on Glasgow Live. The article describes how the bar, after opening in 1895, quickly became a popular haven for those that speak Scotland’s ancient native tongue – Gaelic.

This west end legacy of a pub really reflects its own history, with musical relics such as bagpipes and accordions adorning the walls. Small tables offer the opportunity for a nice sit-down drink with friends from which you can enjoy the lively and friendly atmosphere that the bar provides.

As it is located nearby to the University of Glasgow, there are often many students that gather for an enjoyable time in this establishment, however it still has a very special place in the heart of the local Gaelic community. As well as this, the bar offers the opportunity to watch live sporting events whilst enjoying your favourite pint. Or if getting involved in live music is more up your street, then you can join in on some of the live Ceilidh music that gets played regularly throughout the year.

The Park Bar certainly fits its own niche, despite possibly not being as extravagant or as themed as other establishments, such as ones discussed in my blog previously. But for a local, I could not think of a better spot! Sometimes warm smiles, cold pints and a touch of home is best!

Tìoraidh!