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THE SUBWAYIST PUB GUIDE · GLASGOW

The Lismore

Characterful Dumbarton Road pub with Highland connections, stained glass and folk sessions, particularly convenient for Kelvinhall.

Walking directions ↗
West EndNorth of the Clyde≈ 100 m from Kelvinhall · straight line

THE PARTICULARS

A stop at The Lismore

Find it
206 Dumbarton Road, Glasgow
Nearest Subway on this bank
Kelvinhall · ≈ 100 m in a straight line
Venue information
CAMRA pub listing ↗

Pair your visit with Mansfield Park, ≈ 75 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 Lismore by Subway

Kelvinhall 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 Lismore

Three nearby ideas from our directory on the same side of the Clyde. Each directions link starts at The Lismore.

  • ≈ 75 m from The Lismore · straight line

    Mansfield Park

    Small neighbourhood park and piazza in the heart of Partick, providing a local green-space pause beside Dumbarton Road.

    Mansfield Park, Hyndland Street, Glasgow

  • ≈ 325 m from The Lismore · straight line

    Cottiers Theatre

    Restored former church on Hyndland Street, with colourful historic interiors and a programme of theatre, music and events.

    93-95 Hyndland Street, Glasgow

    Check the programme for interior access; also houses a bar and restaurant.

  • ≈ 525 m from The Lismore · straight line

    Kelvin Hall

    Historic exhibition hall now bringing together cultural collections, digital archives, research and leisure activities.

    1445 Argyle Street, Glasgow

A FEW MORE CHAIRS

Other pubs around here

Nearby alternatives on this bank, ordered by approximate straight-line distance from The Lismore.

  • West End

    The Sparkle Horse

    Independent neighbourhood bar on Dowanhill Street, just north of Dumbarton Road; its current website states that food is no longer served.

    ≈ 100 m from The Lismore · straight lineExplore this pub ↗
  • West End

    The Three Judges

    Dumbarton Road pub known for changing real ales and ciders, close to Kelvinhall station and Partick Cross.

    ≈ 150 m from The Lismore · straight lineExplore this pub ↗
  • West End & Riverside

    The Smiddy Bar

    Traditional Dumbarton Road bar with a horseshoe-shaped counter, televised sport and drinks, conveniently placed between Partick and Kelvinhall.

    ≈ 250 m from The Lismore · straight lineExplore this pub ↗