Lochy’s in Barrhead has been shortlisted for Sports Bar of the Year in the Sims Automatics category at the 2025 Scottish Bar and Pub Awards.

These annual awards, now in their 30th year, celebrate “Scotland’s pubs, bars, and the people who make them great”.

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Run by hospitality magazine DRAM, the Scottish Bar and Pub Awards cover nearly 25 award categories, acknowledging the hard work and dedication across the sector.

This year’s winners, selected by a combination of public votes, industry judging and mystery visits, will be announced at an “Oscar-themed” ceremony in Glasgow on August 26.

The ceremony will bring together more than 600 industry professionals to celebrate, network and find out who will take home top honours.

Organiser Susan Young at the Scottish Bar & Pub Awards 2024Organiser Susan Young at the Scottish Bar & Pub Awards 2024 (Image: Supplied)

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Susan Young, publisher of DRAM, said: “We’re delighted to congratulate all our finalists from across Scotland.

“Thousands of customers have cast their votes to make sure their favourite pubs, bars, restaurants, and bar staff get the recognition they deserve.

“In the midst of the many challenges facing hospitality, these businesses have gone above and beyond to keep their customers happy and that hard work has not gone unnoticed.

“Our mystery shoppers and judges have been full of praise for the outstanding quality of entries and the exceptional service they experienced on their visits.”

For further information about the event, visit the Scottish Bar & Pub Awards’ Facebook or Instagram pages.