Govan
≈ 1.4 km from the pub · straight line
THE SUBWAYIST PUB GUIDE · GLASGOW
The Amethyst
A Govan Road pub farther west towards Linthouse, providing an additional local drinks option when extending a visit beyond Fairfield Heritage and Elder Park.
THE PARTICULARS
A stop at The Amethyst
- Find it
- 1209 Govan Road, Glasgow G51 4PW
- Nearest Subway on this bank
- Govan · ≈ 1.4 km in a straight line
- Venue information
- CAMRA pub listing ↗
Pair your visit with Elder Park, ≈ 500 m away in a straight line on the same side of the Clyde. The sights below are ordered from closest to furthest from the pub.
OFF THE TRAIN, INTO GLASGOW
Getting to The Amethyst by Subway
Govan is the closest mapped Subway station on the pub's side of the Clyde. Compare these two same-bank options, then follow the walking route for the station you choose.
These are approximate comparisons between mapped points, not measured walking distances. Entrances, street layouts and crossings may change the best route. Check Subway service notices before setting off.
MAKE A WEE DETOUR
Things to do near The Amethyst
Three nearby ideas from our directory on the same side of the Clyde. Each directions link starts at The Amethyst.
≈ 500 m from The Amethyst · straight line Elder Park
A historic public park gifted by Isabella Elder, with green space, memorials and strong connections to Govan's shipbuilding community, opposite the former Fairfield offices.
Govan Road and Elderpark Street, Glasgow
≈ 700 m from The Amethyst · straight line Elder Park Library
A restored historic library gifted to Govan by Isabella Elder, combining handsome civic architecture with library services and activities beside the neighbourhood's landmark park.
228A Langlands Road, Glasgow G51 3TZ
≈ 775 m from The Amethyst · straight line Fairfield Heritage
Restored shipyard offices tell the story of the Clyde's shipbuilding industry through exhibits, photographs and personal accounts, within one of Govan's grand historic buildings.
1048 Govan Road, Glasgow G51 4XS
Check current opening arrangements before travelling, especially at weekends.
A FEW MORE CHAIRS
Other pubs around here
Nearby alternatives on this bank, ordered by approximate straight-line distance from The Amethyst.
Govan Old Govan Arms
A traditional corner pub west of Govan station, with sports television and a convenient position for combining local drinks with nearby heritage attractions.
≈ 975 m from The Amethyst · straight lineExplore this pub ↗Govan Old Harmony Bar
A traditional corner pub on Govan Road with darts and pool, near Govan Old Church and the historic heart of the neighbourhood.
≈ 1.0 km from The Amethyst · straight lineExplore this pub ↗Govan Ouania
A traditional Govan Road pub in a prominent corner building, with a pool table and karaoke, near the neighbourhood's church and shipbuilding heritage.
≈ 1.0 km from The Amethyst · straight lineExplore this pub ↗