Barrowland Ballroom

Opened in 1934, but rebuilt in ever-so-Sixties style after a fire, this is a popular live venue with 1900 standing capacity. It's renowned for its sprung dance floor and excellent acoustics.

Address: 244 Gallowgate G4 0TS
Website: barrowland-ballroom.co.uk (opens in a new tab)

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Listing from Wikivoyage: Glasgow, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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