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Fort Bar’s Decline and the Fate of Belfast’s Listed Buildings | Belfast News
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A beloved 150-year-old pub in west Belfast, Fort Bar (aka McCartan’s), is crumbling after closing in 2024 — its historic charm now overshadowed by danger and decay. Once a cozy Victorian gem with mahogany bars and snugs, it’s now a listed building turned eyesore, with unsafe roofs and a back yard turned dumping ground. Despite its protected status, the owner remains unreachable, leaving locals frustrated as dozens of other listed buildings across Northern Ireland have been altered or demolished without consequence. Safety concerns are mounting, and officials hope for swift action before irreversible damage occurs — preserving not just a pub, but a vital piece of Belfast’s heritage.
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