HUGELY-popular Glasgow bar Walkabout is set to reopen after undergoing a half-a-million pound revamp.

The Aussie-themed Renfield Street venue has created 25 new jobs and has also introduced a new cocktail lounge and pool hall, Felson’s, upstairs.

The venue will be hosting a launch party in September where revellers can enjoy live performances from Ultrabeat, Flip and Fill and Keyes, alongside street performers, stilt-walkers and fire breathers.

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The venue has billed itself as “an ideal hangout spot,” with two bars, booths, large, state-of-the-art HD screens, top-quality sound system - and even tiered stadium seating for watching all the sporting action.

Kevin Buchanan, senior general manager, said: “We’ve invested hugely in the venue and are incredibly proud to show off the revamped bar and its brilliant night time offering.

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“We can’t wait to bring back the art of laid-back Aussie socialising and showcase the best venue in Glasgow in which to enjoy sport. We’re sure we won’t disappoint.

“In a first for Glasgow, we’ll also be introducing a Felson’s Cocktail Lounge and Stick Bar as a brand-new concept. There really isn’t anything else like it in town.”

Walkabout Glasgow reopens on September 3 with the launch party set to take place on September 8.