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Douglas Arms, Lerwick, Shetland (Marlex)

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67 Commercial Road, Lerwick, Shetland, ZE1 0NL (View on Google Map)
07887 722603
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The Douglas Arms, also known as the Marlex, has two bars. There is a traditional public bar and a lounge with memorabilia from the local fire festival ”Up Helly Aa”. Live music is regularly played in the lounge bar and the walls also feature images of local musicians. There is no real ale but cans from Lerwick brewery are available.

Information for this venue is provided by the Aberdeen Grampian & N Isles Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Local Authority
Shetland Islands
Last updated
30/09/2025
Last surveyed
12/07/2018
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
unknown
Pub ID
ABE/617
Asset of Community Value
Monday
11:00am - 1:00am
Tuesday
11:00am - 1:00am
Wednesday
11:00am - 1:00am
Thursday
11:00am - 1:00am
Friday
11:00am - 1:00am
Saturday
11:00am - 1:00am
Sunday
11:00am - 1:00am
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Transport
Close to bus routes (90m)
Directions
A969

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