The Longboat, Cambrian Wharf

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The Flapper is one of Birminghams most iconic and independent institutions. Since the early 90’s The Flapper has supported the local grassroots live music scene, as well as being host for many national and international touring bands. A unique canalside location directly in the City Centre over...

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I painted a watercolour of what I was told was Cambrian Wharf over 40 years ago, does not look like these pics ? Eric

 

[Astoness]

what you painted was most likely a different place on the wharf eric...lovely painting

lyn

 

[mw0njm.]

I nipped inot town today on my bike and the Flapper is still there

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arrrrrrrrr ITS THEM FLATS AGAIN

 

[Stokkie]

In 1977 Birmingham Polytechnic students living in Cambrian Hall would often drink there. It was The Longboat then.

 

[Astoness]

In 1977 Birmingham Polytechnic students living in Cambrian Hall would often drink there. It was The Longboat then.

derek it was the longboat in 71 when i was using it...

lyn

 

[Stokkie]

derek it was the longboat in 71 when i was using it...

lyn

Thanks Lyn, it looks like it was The Longboat from the original built / conversion to a pub, until Firkin took over. I'm sure it was The Flapper and Firkin for a period. I wonder if Firkins brewed on the premises? (The history of the rise and fall of Firkin is here: https://www.goodbeergoodpubs.co.uk/articles/what-happened-to-the-firkin-pubs/)
Derek