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Glasgow Times
24-06-2025
- Business
- Glasgow Times
Well-known closed pub near Glasgow to reopen after £290k refurb
The Glenhead Tavern on Dunbarton Road in Duntocher shut its doors in January 2025. However, it has now been revealed that the local watering hole will reopen its doors soon. The revamp of the boozer is being undertaken by Heineken-owned Star Pubs and new licensee, Clydebank resident Brian Carnochan, who also runs The Grant Arms in Glasgow. Well-known closed pub near Glasgow to reopen after £290k refurb (Image: Supplied) The refurb is aiming to turn the shuttered venue into a 'top-notch, family-friendly' local which will dish up home-cooked food and specialise in sports and entertainment. Work on the pub is expected to start on June 30, and bosses hope the venue will be open by mid-August. READ MORE: 'Traditional' Glasgow pub for sale after shock closure READ MORE: Popular Glasgow restaurant & bar announces its shock closure READ MORE: Historic Glasgow pub named one of the best UK venues The revamp is also expected to create 11 new jobs in the area. As part of the works, the outside of the pub will be painted a classic cream colour alongside a bright dark green. (Image: Supplied) New lights and signage will also be installed on the outside of the boozer. Meanwhile, an extensive interior revamp will upgrade the bar with a 'smart new decor'. The design will incorporate William Morris-style wallpaper, wood panelling and deep buttoned back banquette seating. Other improvements include adding an accessible toilet and putting in an internal walkway between the bar and lounge. The layout will enable the pub to cater for the whole community and multiple occasions. It will have a comfortable lounge/dining area with a stage for entertainment, a traditional public bar and one of the best sports zones in the vicinity, kitted out with all-new darts, pool and screens showing Sky, TNT and Premier Sports. READ MORE: 'Ridiculous': Customers gutted as pub chain to close venue near shopping centre READ MORE: Well-known Glasgow pub reveals exciting rebrand after shutting its doors READ MORE: Popular Glasgow bar & nightclub announces closure after a decade Meanwhile, the lounge bar will be designed to convert into a function space for celebrations and gatherings. Following the refurbishment, Brian is hoping to put The Glenhead Tavern back on the map for freshly prepared grub and drinks. In addition, Brian will launch a host of activities to bring people together and reinstate the venue as a hub of local life. Plans include afternoon entertainment, kids' karaoke, traditional pub games, such as dominoes, and family-oriented events at times like Easter, Halloween and Christmas. He said: 'I love seeing people having a good time. "I remember The Glenhead Tavern when it was a thriving local. Sadly, it's lost its way in recent years. "It's been much missed, and there's been a lot of concern for its future. "My aim is to restore it to its glory days when it was the place to go. The designs are spot-on, and it will look fantastic when the works are completed.' Iain Gibson, Star Pubs' business development manager, added: 'We're delighted to be joining forces with Brian to bring such a popular pub back to life. "He knows the area well and his experience and enthusiasm are just what's required. "Brian's plans tick all the boxes; there will be lots of reasons to visit The Glenhead Tavern and something for everyone.'
The Herald Scotland
24-06-2025
- Business
- The Herald Scotland
Glenhead Tavern in Duntocher to be reopened under new owner
The pub has been closed since January, but has been taken over by new Heineken-owned Star Pubs and licensee Brian Carnochan, from nearby Clydebank, who also runs The Grant Arms in Glasgow. The plan is to turn the pub into a 'top notch', family-friendly local serving homecooked food and specialising in sports and entertainment. Work starts on the 30th June and The Glenhead Tavern is expected to open its doors in mid-August, creating 11 new jobs. The outside works will overhaul the building painting it a classic cream and dark green and installing new lighting and signage, enhancing the centre of Duntocher. New Licensee Brian Carnochan (Image: Mark F Gibson) An extensive interior revamp will upgrade The Glenhead Tavern throughout with new décor that will lighten and brighten the pub. The design will incorporate William Morris-style wallpaper, wood panelling and deep buttoned back banquette seating. Other improvements include adding an accessible toilet and putting in an internal walkway between the bar and lounge. The layout will see the the pub completed with a comfortable lounge and dining area, with a stage for entertainment, a traditional public bar and a 'sports zone' kitted out with all-new darts, pool and screens showing Sky, TNT and Premier Sports. The lounge bar will be designed to convert into function space for celebrations and gatherings. The menu will focus on pub favourites such as steak pies, fish & chips and Sunday roasts with a separate children's menu. Light lunches, brunches and afternoon teas are also on the cards. Drinks available will span premium beers & spirits, barista quality coffee and cocktails. The bar will be dog-friendly, with treats on the house. Plans include afternoon entertainment, kids' karaoke, traditional pub games, such as dominoes, and family-orientated events at times like Easter, Halloween and Christmas. The pub will showcase local musicians and DJs and provide space for charities to hold fundraisers. Ms Carnochan previously combined parttime evening bar work with a 30-year career in banking, before giving up his day job and taking over The Grant Arms. He said: 'I love seeing people having a good time. I remember The Glenhead Tavern when it was a thriving local. 'Sadly, it's lost its way in recent years. It's been much missed and there's been a lot of concern for its future. 'My aim is to restore it to its glory days when it was the place to go. The designs are spot-on and it will look fantastic when the works are completed.' Iain Gibson, Star Pubs' business development manage addedr: 'We're delighted to be joining forces with Brian to bring such a popular pub back to life. 'He knows the area well and his experience and enthusiasm are just what's required. Brian's plans tick all the boxes; there will be lots of reasons to visit The Glenhead Tavern and something for everyone.'
