GUIDE TO BRISBANE
BRISBANE 4 3 2 EAT & DRINK. Pig N Whistle Riverside (Barmy Army HQ) 2. Pig N Whistle Queen Street Mall (Barmy Army HQ) 3. Jimmy s on the Mall 4. Pig N Whistle King George Square 5. The Charming Squire 6. Pig N Whistle West End THINGS TO DO. Eagle Street Pier 2. Botanical Gardens 3. Queen Street Mall Shopping 4. South Bank Parklands 3 6 5 2 4 SOUTH BANK THE GABBA
OFFICIAL EVENTS PRE TEST PARTY WEDNESDAY 22 NOVEMBER, 5.30PM Head to Pig N Whistle Riverside for a night of live music, friendly banter and plenty of antics before the Ashes kicks off! Andy McCabe from 5.30pm Billy the Trumpet DJ Sean from 9pm RIVERSIDE Brisbane QLD 400 CHARITY DAY 3 PARTY SATURDAY 25 NOVEMBER, 8.00PM Hosted at England s Barmy Army HQ, the charity night will aim to riase 50,000 for the Professional Cricketers Association Benevolent Fund. 8pm start Guest speakers Adam Hollioake and Gladstone Smalls Pig N Whistle Riverside open until 5am on Sunday morning RIVERSIDE Brisbane QLD 400 END OF TEST PARTY MONDAY 27 NOVEMBER, 3.00PM Although it will be the fifth and final day of the test, the end-oftest party will be filled with the same enthusiasm, excitement and atmosphere as the pre- Ashes party! 3pm start BBQ smoker in the beer garden Tom Roberts from 3pm RIVERSIDE Brisbane QLD 400
EAT & DRINK BARMY ARMY HEADQUARTERS Pig N Whistle Riverside was established in 2002 and has since become one of Queensland s most iconic British sporting pubs. Boasting two projector screens and large HD television screens, there is no questioning why it is famously known as Brisbane s Home of Sport. Fittedout with English décor, the bar and restaurant is award-winning, proud to have won the award for Best Themed Bar in Queensland in 204 and 206. Location, location! The Queen RIVERSIDE Street Mall Pig N Whistle is 2 situated at the bottom of one of Brisbane QLD 400 Australia s busiest pedestrian malls and is your go-to after a long day at the Gabba. The menu is extensive, the portions are hearty and the staff are friendly. It s also open 24 hours so stumble over after the pre- Ashes party and tick another Pig N Whistle off your list of places to visit! QUEEN STREET MALL Queen Street Mall Brisbane QLD 400 Phone 07 3003 593
EAT & DRINK Recently renovated and boasting one of Brisbane s best rooftop bars Jimmy s on the Mall is as central as you ll find them when it comes to great watering holes in Brisbane City. Look for the lush green vertical gardens and plates of Moreton Bay Bugs coming out by the dozens. Perk yourself on the Upper Deck and watch the world go by below. Yet another venue with a beautiful location, Pig N Whistle King George Square is situated overlooking Brisbane s City Hall. It is easy to find with plenty of public transport options nearby. Live music takes place every night from 5pm and on November 25 you can even catch a muchloved Brisbane tradition - the lighting of the Christmas Tree at King George Square. Make sure you book a table to avoid disappointment! Craft beer like you ve never seen it before! Here you ll find the entire James Squire range on tap (grab a tasting paddle!), with some exclusive beers available that have been brewed in The Charming Squire s very own onsite microbrewery. There is live music every night of the week and a breakfast menu certain to fix even the sorest of heads after the pre-ashes party! It s also just a five minute walk from the beautiful South Bank promenade. Pig N Whistle West End is within walking distance of all of Brisbane s best attractions. Take a walk through South Bank, check out the cultural and food-centric hub of West End or simply sit in the outdoor beer garden with a cold beer. For those who like the finer things in life, you cannot pass by a visit to Pig N Whistle West End the slightly swish sibling in the Pig N Whistle family. JIMMY S ON THE MALL Queen Street Mall Phone 07 3077 726 jimmysonthemall.com.au KING GEORGE SQ King George Square Phone 07 306 393 THE CHARMING SQUIRE 3/33 Grey Street South Brisbane, QLD 40 Phone 07 3077 7254 thecharmingsquire.com.au 3 4 5 6 WEST END Melbourne & Merivale St West End, QLD 40 Phone 07 3062 250
THINGS TO DO Eagle Street Pier has been a part of Brisbane City for over 50 years, initially the place where many coastal passenger and cargo ships would come into Brisbane. Although it no longer serves this purpose, Eagle Street Pier is now one of Brisbane s best riverfront destinations with unrivalled views of the Brisbane River. It is also home to the Barmy Army evening HQ, Pig N Whistle Riverside. The boardwalk stretches from the Botonical Gardens all the way to New Farm, and offers a great walking route if you find yourself feeling extra energetic. EAGLE STREET PIER The City Botanic Gardens are located just a short walk from all the city-based Pig N Whistle venues. There are self-guided walks allowing you to see what this beautiful attraction has to offer, and points of interest can be accessed via the Brisbane City Council website. Bamboo Grove, Weeping Fig Avenue, Riverstage and ornamental ponds are just a few attractions you should look out for! Head along to the Riverside Markets that take place within the gardens every Sunday from 8am-3pm. BOTANICAL GARDENS Alice Street, Shop til you drop in Queen Street Mall and once the credit card has maxed head to Pig N Whistle Queen Street Mall or Jimmy s on the Mall to refuel. From thrift shops, department stores right across to high-end and luxury destinations, there is something for everyone. There are also plenty of souvenir shops for you to pick up a token koala keyring for the family back home. QUEEN STREET MALL SHOPPING Queen Street Mall 2 3 4 A thriving urban precinct, South Bank offers lush parklands, countless places to eat and stunning panoramic views of the river. Take a ride on the Wheel of Brisbane, dip your toes at Streets Beach and then head to The Charming Squire for live music, craft beers and plenty of atmosphere. On a nice day take a ride on the City Hopper, a free ferry that runs every 30 minutes between 6am and midnight, seven days a week. SOUTH BANK PRECINCT Grey Street South Brisbane, QLD 40
FREE TRANSFERS THURSDAY: 8.45AM FRIDAY MONDAY: 9.00AM Look for the Barmy Army & Pig N Whistle signage. FROM RIVERSIDE BREAKFAST FROM 7AM DAILY RIVERSIDE, QUEEN STREET MALL & KING GEORGE SQUARE 7AM WEEKDAYS, 8AM WEEKENDS