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The Courier
14-05-2025
- Business
- The Courier
7 Dundee pubs and clubs that could be given a new lease of life
Several pubs and clubs across Dundee could be set for a new lease of life if plans come to fruition. Convenience stores, student accommodation and a state-of-the-art gym are among the plans in place for venues across the city. Some of them have been closed for some time, while others are currently on the market. We take a look at seven pubs and clubs in the city that could be transformed. Plans have been lodged to turn the former Clancy's Irish Bar into a convenience store. The pub on the corner of Polepark Road and Milnbank Road, which was once called the Bay Horse, closed in March, citing rising operational costs and increased competition. Bosses decided operating the unit as a pub was 'no longer sustainable'. City Centre Pubs Dundee, run by the Marr family, has submitted the proposals for an 'affordable alternative' to the nearby Co-op on Brook Street to Dundee City Council. Another former Dundee pub set to be converted into a convenience store is the Airlie Arms. The Stobswell pub was a popular fixture for football fans but closed its doors last year. It was then sold by hospitality group Rosemount Taverns. Plans have now been submitted by Jerry Paul from Perth-based 7 Eleven Retail Ltd to convert the unit into a Keystore shop. The former Dungeon Urban Bar on Princes Street is the subject of plans for a state-of-the-art gym. The proposals – lodged with Dundee City Council – include an eight-person sauna, a hot tub and whiskey barrel cold plunge tubs. An outdoor shower area is also included in the plans. The former Lyrics nightclub in Dundee could be turned into student flats. Plans to convert the St Andrews Lane building into student accommodation were submitted earlier this year. Accommodation would be organised over three storeys, including a mix of private living quarters and communal areas. The building is in a serious state of disrepair after it was damaged by a fire days after the remnants of a cannabis farm were found in 2023. The planning application will be considered by Dundee City Council in the coming weeks. Stobswell pub Ferrari's was put on the market by London-based owner Admiral Taverns Piccadilly Ltd in March. It is up for sale on the basis that it is no longer used as a pub – which the firm says will be a condition of the sale – though the venue continues to operate as normal meantime, according to its Facebook page. Marketing agent Colliers says the unit would be suitable for a variety of 'alternative uses', such as a vets or a dentists, subject to planning permission. While no concrete plans have been submitted, the unit is currently under offer. Another former nightclub set to be transformed into student accommodation is Liquid. Plans for an eight-storey student flat development with 215 bedrooms were approved in December 2023. A cinema room, gym, study areas and bike storage were all included in the plans. The building hit the market as a £2.5 million 'investment opportunity' in May last year. Plans for the demolition of the South Ward Road nightclub were approved in March, though as of May, the building remains standing. The Ambassador Bar on Clepington Road faces a less certain future. The pub closed in January 2024 and was then put on the market with the prospect of being redeveloped for 'alternative uses'. Shortly after it was sold, it then went under the hammer with an opening bid of £338,000. However, more than 12 months on, the building remains empty and in a state of disrepair, and it looks unlikely it has any future as a licensed premises. There has been speculation that the site could be redeveloped for housing, but any future plans would need permission from the council.
The Courier
07-05-2025
- Business
- The Courier
Dundee Planning Ahead: Next opening date and student flats plan
The opening date for the new Next store in Dundee has been revealed. The Courier first reported the fashion and homeware retailer was eying a move into the former Home Bargains unit at The Stack Retail Park in Lochee last year. Council officers subsequent approved a building warrant application which sought to carry out £2.2 million worth of work at the vacant premises. Next is set to open their new Dundee store this summer. Image: Ben MacDonald/DC Thomson. This included layout changes to the shop floor and new staff facilities. The unit has been empty since December 2023, when Home Bargains relocated to a new building on the site of the former Odeon cinema. Now, signs have now been put up outside advertising the arrival of Next. The hoardings say the store – which is also expected to include a Costa Coffee outlet – will open on July 9 this year. Irish pub to convenience store A former Irish pub could be transformed into a convenience store as plans are lodged with Dundee City Council. City Centre Pubs Dundee, run by the Marr family, is seeking permission to transform the former Clancy's Irish Bar on the corner of Polepark Road and Milnbank Road. The pub, formerly the Bay Horse, closed in March. Clancy's Irish Bar on Polepark Road. Image: Google Street View. A statement submitted to the council says rising operational costs and increased competition from supermarket alcohol sales led to its closure. It adds that the proposed store would be an 'affordable alternative' to the nearby Co-op on Brook Street. More student accommodation More student accommodation plans have been unveiled for Dundee city centre. An application has been submitted seeking permission to convert Lindsay House on Ward Road into student flats. According to a supporting statement submitted with the application, the building has been actively marketed as office floor space since November 2022. However, there has been limited interest – largely due to the building's floorplates, which are approximately 8,000 square feet and do not meet the typical requirements of the Dundee office market. An artist impression of how the student accommodation could look. Image: Elite Cask. If approved, work will be carried out to convert Lindsay House into a 168 bed accommodation block. It will also include including study spaces, a cinema and a gym. London-based firm Elite Cask Limited are behind the plans. It comes after planning permission has already been granted to convert the former BT building, also on Ward Road, into student accommodation. Here are the links to the planning papers for the Dundee applications Next Stack Retail Park Irish pub convenience store Student accommodation
The Courier
06-05-2025
- Business
- The Courier
High Street round-up: Dunblane boutique and date for Dundee Next
A new Dunblane boutique, another Dundee branch of clothing giant Next and a revamp of a top St Andrews Hotel are among the latest developments on high streets across Tayside, Fife and Stirling. The Courier has rounded up the latest from pubs, restaurants, shops and hotels across the region in one handy place. Our regular updates will bring you up to speed with what's going on in your local high streets and shopping centres. Pubs Clancy's Irish Bar in Dundee could be converted into shop Clancy's Irish Bar on Polepark Road. Image: Google Street View Plans have been lodged to turn a former Dundee pub into a convenience store and offer an 'affordable alternative' to a nearby Co-op. City Centre Pubs Dundee, run by the Marr family, has lodged a planning application with Dundee City Council to transform the former Clancy's Irish Bar on the corner of Polepark Road and Milnbank Road. Dundee's Albert Bar to reopen after £30k upgrade New owner Graham Bradley with bar manager Janine Plummer outside the pub. Image: Kim Cessford/DC Thomson A Dundee pub is set to reopen after a £30,000 makeover. City businessman Graham Bradley has bought The Albert Bar in Stobswell and has carried out an extensive refurbishment. Fife and Stirlingshire bars win big at prestigious industry awards Staff at the Bawbee in Bridge of Allan pose with their award. Image: The Bawbee/Facebook Pubs from Fife and Stirlingshire were among the big winners at an industry awards ceremony. The Scottish Entertainment and Hospitality Awards recognised the work of venues and companies across the country. Restaurants Revamped bar and restaurant at Old Course Hotel in St Andrews The fourth flour of the Old Course Hotel has had a revamp. Image: Muckle Media The Old Course Hotel in St Andrews has unveiled a revamped bar and restaurant after renovating its fourth floor. Renovation has focused on the Road Hole Restaurant and Road Hole Bar. Rock-themed St Andrews restaurant Ziggy's closing after 42 years Annie and Phil Wishart, owners of rock-themed St Andrews restaurant Ziggys. Image: Kim / DC Thomson St Andrews rock-themed restaurant Ziggy's is closing after 42 years. The popular venue is run by husband and wife Phil and Annie Wishart, who count many celebrities and even royalty among their customers. 'Exciting new chapter' teased for Dundee's McManus café McManus Museum and Gallery. Image: Kim Cessford/DC Thomson Leisure and Dundee has teased 'an exciting new chapter' for the café at The McManus as a £1.5m contract is advertised. It is currently operated by Dundee-based Willow Tree Catering Limited. However, this contract is coming to an end. New owners at East Pier Smokehouse, St Monans East Pier Smokehouse. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson East Pier Smokehouse in St Monans has been given a new lease of life thanks to the award-winning team behind Futtle Brewery. The Futtle duo, Lucy Hine and Stephen Marshall are renowned for their organic brewery and bar at Bowhouse and their bottle shop and bar on Dundee's Commercial Street. They have stepped in to run the Smokehouse as their third venture. Opening date for Piotsa Pizza in Stirling announced Piotsa Pizza owners David Atkins and Alex Sorlei. Image: Kenny Smith/DC Thomson Piotsa Pizza in Stirling city centre has announced its official opening date. The highly anticipated King Street restaurant will start serving customers from May 15. Shops Dunblane woman opens fashion boutique in hometown Willow Boutique owner Gayle Blair. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson A woman who opened a clothing boutique in her hometown of Dunblane a year ago has reflected on its success and plans for the future. Willow Boutique has been a staple of women's clothing and baby wear in Stockbridge, Edinburgh, for nearly a decade. In March last year, owner Gayle Blair opened a second location – this time in her hometown of Dunblane. Opening date for new Dundee Next shop revealed Work taking place on the new Next shop. Image: Ben MacDonald/DC Thomson The opening date of a new Next shop in Dundee has been revealed.. The fashion and homeware retailer is moving into the former Home Bargains unit at The Stack Retail Park in Lochee. Do you have news about your high street business? Get in touch by emailing livenews@
