Oldest pub in Inverness might be even more historic than previously thought
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An Inverness pub which has been continuously trading since 1841 might actually be older than originally thought.
Gavin Stevenson, current owner of The Gellions, said they recently made the discovery when they found a file containing a number of historical documents.
He said: “A document indicates it was trading a couple of decades before 1841. We are speaking with a local historian.”
Along with other city venues The Gellions is continuing to recover from lockdown and Mr Stevenson said he was hoping to be able to bring back live music next month.
The Bridge Street pub is well known for its entertainment seven days a week.
“We can’t do that at the moment but there is some indication that we may be able to again in the future,” he said.
“We will get it back in as soon as the government lets us.”
According to the Scottish Government’s route map, live music will be allowed from mid-September but Mr Stevenson said this could be subject to change.
The Gellions offers a range of whiskies, Scottish gins and craft beers and visitors are now able to enjoy pizzas – including one made using haggis.
He said the UK government’s Eat Out to Help Out initiative had proved so popular he was planning to introduce a new offer next month – details to be announced soon via social media.
“It’s definitely been popular and it was a good deal,” he said.
Mr Stevenson said they had been busy and added: “We are doing everything we can to keep everyone safe.”
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