Glasgow. Established in 1884 by Calvary Captain John Scouller, it was recognized as a premier example of a "gin palace" and has changed very little since. The horseshoe shaped bar (designed originally so that the bartenders could keep an eye on customers) was extended in the early 1900s and at 104 feet 3 inches is recognized as the longest continuous bar in the UK. The upstairs lounge began as a cabaret but has evolved into a karaoke mecca in Scotland. Famous patrons include Billy Joel, the All Blacks (New Zealand rugby team), golfer Sam Torrance, actor Oliver Reid and comedian Billy Connolly. In the 1950s it is said that Roy Rogers and his horse Trigger rode around the bar. I stood at the bar enjoying my first Tennent's lager and trying to understand the local Glaswegians!