Successive banking and court campaigns created one of Glasgow’s richest commercial interiors, now used for hospitality and events.
Quick facts
- Date
- Core built 1841; major work 1853 and 1876–1879
- Architect / designer
- David Hamilton; James Salmon; John Burnet Senior
- Type
- Monumental classical former bank and court with richly decorated interiors
- Designation
- Listed building, Category A (LB32735)
- OS grid reference
- NS 59289 65218
Architecture and continuing use
A monumental classical exterior encloses an elaborate former banking hall, domed and compartmented ceilings, columns, stairs and later court accommodation. Several leading Glasgow architects contributed to the complex.
Its story
David Hamilton designed the original bank in 1841. James Salmon added a telling room in 1853, and John Burnet Senior substantially refaced and enlarged the building for court use in 1876–79. Hospitality reuse followed later.
Why it is included
Category A status, work by three important architects and a continuing public-facing use make the building especially valuable for interpreting Glasgow’s commercial architecture.
What to notice
- Monumental Ingram Street elevation.
- Former banking hall and richly modelled ceilings.
- Changes in plan and decoration from bank to court to hospitality venue.
Reading the surroundings
Use the venue during advertised opening or booked events. Some rooms may be closed for private functions; check accessibility and dress or age conditions with the operator.
Timeline
- Core built 1841 David Hamilton designed the original bank in 1841. James Salmon added a telling room in 1853, and John Burnet Senior substantially refaced and enlarged the building for court use in 1876–79. Hospitality reuse followed later.
- Present Operating bar, restaurant, club and events venue.
What we know — and what remains uncertain
Individual bars, restaurants and event rooms may change names or opening patterns; the venue’s live information governs access.
Sources & further reading
- Historic Environment Scotland: The Corinthian Club, LB32735 — Designation status, mapped location, construction phases, fabric, authorship and architectural or historical interest.
- The Corinthian Club: contact and visit — Current operating identity, address and contact route.
- Visit Glasgow: The Corinthian — Independent current description of the hospitality and events use.
Location
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