Platform

Glasgow


This atmospheric series of brick-arched vaults under the railway lines at Central station comes into its own at weekends, when street-food vendors open up stalls and a bar doles out pints to those seeking an escape from the weather. It's family and dog friendly. During the week the cafe is still open.


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