One of Aberdeen’s oldest hostelries is closing its doors next weekend.
Campbell’s Bar, which was formerly The Nineteenth Hole, in Torry, has confirmed it will shut after a party for regulars on Sunday, August 28.
The pub, which dates back to the days of Queen Victoria, and features on the city ordnance survey map for 1869, is one of many businesses in the north-east which are feeling the impact of the oil and gas downturn.
A spokeswoman for the bar confirmed it was closing down, but did not wish to make any further comment.
However, there has been sadness expressed at the loss of yet another historic watering hole in Aberdeen.
In the past few weeks alone, the Malt Mill in Holburn Street has ceased trading and the Downstairs music venue has staged its last gig.
Shona Simms, of the Torry Heritage Group, was one of those who voiced regret on hearing the news about Campbell’s Bar.
She said: “It’s such a shame to hear this news about a wonderful pub which has so many memories for Torry folk.
“My gramma was born in 1912 and she had sleepovers there with the daughter of the original Campbell’s landlord.”
Local historian Dr Fiona-Jane Brown added: “It’s sad to hear this, because if you have any connections with Torry, you will know all about this place.
“There used to be nine pubs in Torry, but the number keeps coming down. Campbell’s Bar was an institution, but things seem to be hard.”