The Clachan, Grade II listed pub in Soho, London, England
The Clachan is a Grade II listed pub situated at 33 Kingly Street in Soho, featuring red brick walls with pale limestone details and a distinctive copper-topped turret. Inside, the space preserves original mahogany bar counters, decorative mirrors, and cast iron columns that support an ornate coffered ceiling.
Built in 1898, this three-storey structure exemplifies the Late Victorian Gin Palace style that defined West End establishments of that era. The building has maintained its original character throughout the decades since its opening.
The pub takes its name from a Scottish word for a small village, reflecting its role as a gathering place where locals and visitors meet over drinks and conversation.
The first floor contains dining facilities with modern bar fixtures while keeping traditional elements like an authentic period fireplace intact. Its location on Kingly Street makes it easily accessible to visitors exploring the Soho area.
The prestigious Liberty department store once owned this building, planning to convert it into a storage facility before selling it in 1993. Few visitors realize this surprising connection to one of London's most famous retailers.
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