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Welcome to Glasgow Doors Open Day 2010!
This great civic festival celebrates Glasgow’s buildings, Showcase
zz for Building Preserva-
streets, rivers, allotments, parks and people. This year the tion Trusts (a full-day event on
Wednesday 15) will show how
event is packed with interesting things to see and do. From they are saving historic buildings
Tuesday 14th to Friday 17th September, there are talks, across Scotland (page 32)
events and seminars. On the weekend of Saturday 18th and John Power, church organist, is
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playing at several churches in
Sunday 19th, more than 100 buildings will be open with his quest to raise funds for the
FREE entry! This year we have 24 NEW venues including restoration of the Lewis organ at
13 buildings and for the very first time 11 allotments in our Community Central Hall, Maryhill.
At a number of venues there will
special ‘Open Gates’ event. be music as we join in the spirit
of City of Music.
Highlights for 2010 include: River
zz Trip: Clyde Waterfront Glasgow Landmarks Initiative (a
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The
zz “Glasgow House” unveiled: Partnership has organised a FREE plaque scheme with a Glasgow
A specially built exemplar of an boat trip up and ‘doon the water’ twist) is being launched on Friday
eco house demonstrating energy (page 22) 17th September at St Andrew’s in
efficient design created by GHA, The stunningly refurbished Grand
zz the Square (page 32)
City Building and PRP Architects Central Hotel on Gordon Street Make a photographic record of
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(page 25) (page 7) “Your Doors Open Day” and enter
Check out Glasgow’s further
zz 48 guided walks including 17
zz our Photography Competition
education colleges: Visit one, or Heritage Trail walks by Land and (page 33)
all four, opening their new, state Environmental Services, Commu- Plan your FREE weekend in
of the art doors to demonstrate nity Action Team staff (page 22) Glasgow, by browsing the brochure
the skills education on offer Behind the scenes at The Burrell
zz and in September please enjoy the
(page 30) Collection (page 12) event!
Thank you to all our excellent funders!
First, we would especially like to thank
Glasgow City Council who generously
support this event, City Marketing Bureau,
Archie Provan for the website, our media
partners Evening Times and the following
supporters and funders:
are open!
Help for getting the most out of Doors Open Day
Transport: A hop on/hop off bus is being to speakers, to those who give up their
provided by the Council’s Community weekend to show people round fantastic
Planning Partnership, touring 22 venues buildings. A big thank you to everyone who
in the south west area of the city. Look helps make this event happen!
for the bus symbol: There is also an
open-topped city centre bus tour (there is a Did you know? That Doors Open Day is part
small charge for this). Other free buses will of European Heritage Days which started in
take you to Castlemilk Stables and Provan Europe 25 years ago and is now a national
Hall in Easterhouse - see page 34 for all bus and international event. The Scottish Civic
tour details. Trust co-ordinates Doors Open Day across
Scotland every September. Find out about
Tip: We have guided walks and events all the other Scottish events at
which will be in great demand so check as www.doorsopendays.org.uk. or call the
early as possible to see if advance booking Scottish Civic Trust on 0141 248 1188
is required.
Our website has up-to-date information Tell us what you think! We always want
and also last-minute alterations on www. feedback - fill out our surveys about the
glasgowdoorsopenday.com event or go to our feedback survey on our
website www.glasgowdoorsopenday.com
Tip: To locate a building online, visit maps.
google.co.uk and enter the postcode. Did you know? Glasgow Building Preserva-
tion Trust organises this event and we also and also… Collective Architecture Ltd
Glasgow’s civic-minded volunteers: this help to save important Glasgow buildings. McInally Associates Ltd • Armitage
event really happens because we have so See the back cover - we would like you to Associates - Architecture & Interiors
many fine volunteers, from walk guides join us! Clydeport Ltd • David Narro Associates -
Consulting Structural & Civil Engineers
Glasgow Building Preservation Trust Disclaimer: Visitors entering buildings do so at Gardiner & Theobald LLP • MAST Architects LLP
The Tobacco Merchant’s House, their own risk. Please take care! Neither Glasgow Neilson Binnie-McKenzie • Groves-Raines
42 Miller Street, Glasgow G1 1DT Building Preservation Trust nor participating build- Architects Ltd • Richard Shorter Architect
0141 221 6061 ings are responsible for any accidents or damage Principal Hayley (Grand Central Hotel) • Sloans Bar
www.glasgowdoorsopenday.com • www.gbpt.org incurred. All information contained in the leaflet and Restaurant • King’s Theatre •Tron Theatre
was correct at the time of printing. Community Planning Partnership
Layout & design: Ian Corcoran
Contents
5 Buildings by area
5 Central; 10 East;
11 North; 12 South; 16 West
20 Allotments
22 Walks & Tours
25 The Glasgow House
26 Maps
30 College Campuses
31 Heritage events
33 Competitions
34 Buses
Cover Image
Peoples’ Palace conservatory by Rosie Griffin, GBPT
DoorS Open Day
Building index
BuildingPage
1 Moray Place 12 Glasgow Steiner School 17 People’s Palace & Winter Gardens 11
Anniesland College 16 Glasgow’s TRAFFCOM Traffic Pollok House 15
Arches, The 5 Control Centre 7 Pollokshaws Burgh Hall 15
Arlington Baths 17 Govan Cross Building, Prince and Princess of Wales Hospice 8
Govan & Linthouse Parish 13
Balshagray Victoria Park Church 17 Provan Hall 11
Govan Old Parish Church 13
Barony Hall 5 Ramshorn Theatre & Graveyard 8
Govanhill Baths 13
BBC Scotland 12 Royal College of Physicians
Grand Central Hotel 7
Blairtummock House & Surgeons of Glasgow 8
Enterprise Centre 10 Greek Orthodox Cathedral of St Luke 18
Royal Faculty of Procurators 8
Bridge, The 10 ‘Greek’ Thomson’s Sixty Steps 18
Royal Highland Fusiliers Museum 8
Briggait, The 5 Hidden Gardens, The 14
Scottish Ballet at Tramway 16
Britannia Panopticon Music Hall 5 Holmwood House 14
Scottish Opera Headquarters 8
Buchanan Bridge Club 17 House For An Art Lover 14
Shettleston Old Parish Church 11
Burrell Collection, The 12 Hutchesons’ Grammar School, Primary 14
Hutchesons’ Grammar Sloans Bar & Restaurant 9
Castlemilk Community Fire &
School, Secondary 14 South Shawlands Parish Church 16
Rescue Station 12
Hyndland Parish Church 18 St Aloysius’ Church 9
Castlemilk Stables 12
John Wheatley College St Andrew’s in the Square 9
Citizens Theatre 12
(East End Campus) 11 St Anthony’s Church 16
Civil Ceremony Suites 17
Kelvin Stevenson Memorial Church 18 St Bride’s Church 19
Clydeport5
Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum 18
Colston Wellpark Parish Church 11 St Clare’s R.C. Church 11
Kelvinside Hillhead Parish Church 18
Cottier Theatre 17 St George’s Tron Church 9
King’s Theatre 7
Easterhouse Community Fire Station 11 St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral 19
Langside College 14
Fairfield Shipyard Offices 12 St Mungo’s Church 9
Lansdowne Parish Church 19
Fotheringay Centre, The 13 St Vincent Street Free Church 9
Lighthouse, The 7
Garnethill Synagogue 6 Theatre NEMO 9
Linthouse Building,
Giffnock & Newlands Hebrew Govan & Linthouse Parish 15 Trades Hall of Glasgow, The 10
Congregation Synagogue 13 Lodging House Mission 7 Tramway16
Girlguiding Glasgow Headquarters 6 Mackintosh Church, The 11 Tron Theatre 10
Glasgow Art Club 6 Mansfield Park 19 Trongate 103 10
Glasgow Cathedral 6 Marlborough Dance Hall, The United Reform Church 16
Glasgow Central Mosque 6 (The Shed) 16 Wellington Church 19
Glasgow City Chambers 6 Merchants House of Glasgow, The 7 Western Club 10
Glasgow Evangelical Church 6 Merrylea Parish Church 15 Willow Tea Rooms 10
Glasgow Film Theatre 6 Mitchell Library, The 8
Glasgow House, The 13 Mosspark Parish Church 15 KEY:
Glasgow Museums Resource Centre 13 North Glasgow College 11
Merchant City
Glasgow Necropolis 6 Our Lady of Good Counsel Church 11
Glasgow Police Museum 6 Page\Park Architects 8 Mackintosh
Buildings
Glasgow School of Art 6 Partick Curling Clubhouse 19 Glasgow Community Planning
Glasgow Sheriff Court 7 Pearce Institute, The 15 Partnership (South West) Bus Tour
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DoorS Open Day
Buildings by area
Central
The Briggait
Glasgow
1. The Arches
253 Argyle Street, G2 8DL (enter under Heilan-
man’s Umbrella at Central Station)
Donald A Matheson 1879
Situated underneath seven Victorian brick
arches supporting Central Station, the Arches
houses a vast range of cultural events (including
theatre, clubs and live music), corporate events
and a modern restaurant and bar. The cavernous
spaces, some still derelict, have a rich history in
their walls, from their construction in 1879 to the
present day, with tens of thousands of visitors
now attracted to the venue each year, all this
against the rumbling of trains passing overhead.
Access is restricted to tours departing from the
foyer every 20 minutes from 10am.
Sat & Sun 10-4pm
WTERYDUM
2. Barony Hall
16 Rottenrow East (at High Street), G4 0RA
complete. It has been transformed into a vibrant
JJ Burnet & JA Campbell 1889 5. Clydeport
new home for more than 80 visual artists and
Magnificent Victorian Gothic Revival church 16 Robertson Street, G2 8DS
cultural organisations. Some artists’ studios
now a ceremonial and graduation hall for Sir John James Burnet 1883-86
open over this weekend for visitors to view
the University of Strathclyde. 1921 war memorial
their work. Seldom open to the public, Clydeport’s superb
and 1930’s stained glass. Talks on the history of
Sat & Sun 10-4pm head office contains a number of fine features.
the Barony Hall will be given at 11 & 12 noon.
Sat 10-4pm
WESYDUML French walnut panelling and Stephen Adam
stained glass. Access restricted to 2nd Floor.
TYDA
4. Britannia Panopticon Music Hall Sat 10-4pm
WESRYDA
3. The Briggait NEW! 113-117 Trongate, G1 5HD (enter from New
Wynd by Mitchell’s Amusements)
141 Bridgegate, G1 5HZ 6. Garnethill Synagogue
Thomas Gildard & Robert H M MacFarlane 1857
Clarke & Bell (ext) Nicol Russell Studios (int
The oldest surviving music hall; famous as 129 Hill Street, G3 6UB
redev)
the stage on which Stan Laurel made his John McLeod & NS Joseph 1879
The Briggait is a beautiful Category A-listed debut. The auditorium is old and peeling and
building in Glasgow’s medieval quarter, the This A-listed building, Scotland’s first purpose-
social history literally seeps through its fabric. built synagogue, is the home of the Scottish
Merchant City. Originally built in 1873, it was Britannia Panopticon is a magical place where
the city’s fish market for more than 100 years. Jewish Archives Centre (highlights on display).
you can exchange the hustle of the 21st century Refurbished and reconsecrated in 1998 at a cost
By the turn of the millennium it was clear the for the bustles of the 19th. Exhibition of costume
building was in severe need of some TLC; rain of £660,000. Features extensive high-quality
and early film - so nostalgic it would bring a tear stained glass windows. Security is strict and no
poured in and parts of the Briggait were entirely to a glass eye! Limited disabled access.
derelict. In 2001, Wasps Artists’ Studios set photography inside the building please.
Tuesday - Sunday, 11-5pm Sun 10-4pm
out on the long road to redevelop the building
and are very excited that construction work is
PWTESDM PWTESYDAML
Assisted access L Hearing loop M Access for people with other mobility difficulties
Y Disabled access D Disabled WC U Unassisted access A
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stair lift for entrance and between Nave and
7. Girlguiding Glasgow 13. Glasgow Film Theatre
Quire. Museum of Religious Life/Cathedral
Headquarters Visitor Centre in adjacent building has disabled 12 Rose Street, G3 6RB
15 Elmbank Street, G2 4PB access, toilets and refreshments. No disabled J McKissack & WJ Anderson II 1939
c1850 access to lower church. GFT, home of the Glasgow Film Festival and
Victorian B-listed building, converted in 1977 Sat 10-4pm; Sun 1-4pm one of the UK’s most successful independent,
to headquarters of Girlguiding, Glasgow and PTY specialist cinemas. Its legendary predecessor,
a shop for Girlguiding Scotland. Basement The Cosmo, opened in 1939 in this modernist
– Meeting Hall has access from rear door for 10. Glasgow Central Mosque European building (with clear Dutch influences)
wheelchair users. Refreshments will be served 1 Mosque Avenue, G5 9TA which still boasts much of its art deco interior.
here and there will be a few items of interest. Access to cinema. Free but ticketed tours of the
Coleman Ballantine 1984
Ground floor – shop; first floor - office, kitchen, projection box will take place every 30 minutes,
and small meeting room; top floor – Scottish Glasgow Central Mosque is the biggest on a first-come, first-served basis.
Archive Centre which will be open. mosque in Scotland. It can accommodate Sun 10-2pm
Sat & Sun 10-4pm 2,000 worshippers and has a dedicated prayer WTESRYDAM
PWESRCYDUA area for women. It has three full-time scholars
and its own shop.
14. Glasgow Necropolis
Sat 10-4pm
8. Glasgow Art Club Cathedral Square, G4 0UZ
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185 Bath Street, G2 4HU First burial 1832
John Keppie & Charles Rennie Mackintosh 1893 11. Glasgow City Chambers The Friends of Glasgow Necropolis will be
Two 1850 townhouses combined and 82 George Square, G2 1DU offering friendly, informal and informative
reworked for club use. Some original tours of the magnificent Glasgow Necropolis at
William Young 1888
features include Ionic columns, a decorative 12 noon and 2pm on both days. In addition, on
fireplace and stained glass. The top-lit exhibition Stupendous example of 19th century Saturday at 5.30pm, an extra Architectural Tour
gallery shows the work of club members. architecture and home to Glasgow City will be run, with Roger Guthrie of the Alexander
Ground floor and first floor open to public. Council. The interior of the west building Thomson Society and Ruth Johnston of the
Sat 10-4pm testifies to the quality of the workmanship of the Friends of Glasgow Necropolis. After the tour a
WTE High Victorian era with mosaic, marble, carved buffet meal is available at the Cathedral House
wood, mural paintings, embossed wallpaper, Hotel, which has a fantastic view of the
gilding and stained-glass coming together to Necropolis from the restaurant. Cost £15 per
9. Glasgow Cathedral create a wonderful civic palace. person (payment in advance, details provided
Castle Street, G4 0QZ Sat 10-4pm on booking). Please state clearly which option
Christian site founded by St Kentigern WSYDU you want when booking, ie, tour only, buffet
(Mungo) in 6th century. First stone building only, or tour and buffet. Early booking is
consecrated 1136, most of the present building 12. Glasgow Evangelical Church essential - email tours@glasgownecropolis.org
dates from the time of William de Bondinton Sat & Sun, times as above
20 Cathedral Square, G4 0XA
(1233-1258) and completed around the end of T
the 13th century. Pulpitum and Blacader Aisle John Honeyman 1880
added in the 15th century. This is one of the best Independent Protestant church with a lavish 15. Glasgow Police Museum
preserved large churches to survive the Italianate façade and beautiful stained glass
1/1 30 Bell Street, G1 1LG
Reformation. Contains the tomb of St Mungo in depicting The Transfiguration. Curved gallery on
the Lower Church, fine examples of slender cast-iron columns. The original organ has AB McDonald 1906
stained-glass windows, including the Millennium recently been refurbished. Members of the Having relocated to the first floor of their
Window by John Clark, and some interesting church available to answer questions. newly refurbished premises, the museum
modern tapestries. Public parking across Castle Sat 10-4pm tells the story of the UK’s oldest police force, the
Street. Metered on-street parking nearby. Ramp/ WTRY City of Glasgow Police (1800-1975). International
police uniforms and insignia from throughout
the world also on display. Curator available to
answer questions. Lift from entrance foyer to
first floor museum entrance. Thereafter all
exhibits on one level.
Sat & Sun 10-4pm
WESYUAM
16. Glasgow School of Art

Visitor Entrance: 11 Dalhousie Street, G3 6RQ
Charles Rennie Mackintosh 1909
Mackintosh’s breathtaking ‘Masterwork’
was recently voted ‘Britain’s Best Building
of the past 175 years’. 100 years since its
completion, and still a hard working art school,
we welcome you to enjoy the stunning original
interiors, iconic furniture and inspired
architecture on free guided tours led by the
School’s talented students, for the duration of
Doors Open weekend. The GSA is a working art
school, so interiors accessible by guided tour
only which takes 45 minutes and will depart
every half hour from 10-5pm. Mackintosh
Glasgow Central Mosque exhibition, gallery and furniture gallery also open
Parking W
P WC T
Talk/guided
tour E
Exhibition/display C
Children’s
activities R
Refreshments S
Stewards
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stunning transformation. A number of hidden related exhibitions, Mackintosh Centre and tower
architectural treasures have been uncovered as with fantastic city views or just chill out in the
the old drab interior was peeled back. See the stylish café-bar. A drop-in family workshop will
Grand Ballroom, the Champagne Bar, which be offered in association with our exhibition
overlooks the station concourse - and find out Where We Play. This mini exhibition features
about the history of this iconic, landmark build- both historical and contemporary images of
ing in Glasgow’s city centre. There will be tours where children can (and can’t) play. Workshop
of the building between 1 and 4pm on the day, themes use urban games such as hopscotch,
but spaces are strictly limited and by booking skipping and leapfrog to parkour, skateboarding
only at www.glasgowdoorsopenday.com and wheelies to re-imagine landscapes in the
Sun 1-4pm city. Suitable for the whole family. Contact
PWTYDUML Samantha.macdonald@ads.org.uk 0141 204 7912
for more information. Office areas will not be
20. King’s Theatre open. Lift access to upper floors.
Sat 10.30-4pm
297 Bath Street, G2 4JN
WECYDUM
Frank Matcham 1904
Glasgow School of Art The King’s Theatre is one of Scotland’s most 22. Lodging House Mission
historic and significant theatres. It opened in
to Doors Open visitors. This September, GSA also 35 East Campbell Street, G1 5DT
1904 as one of the most brilliant designs of
celebrates the official opening of its Archives Haig & Low 1864
the prolific theatre architect Frank Matcham.
and Collections Centre and the launch of the
It has played host to top stars and shows ever Former United Presbyterian Church in
Living Archive website. Disabled access available
since and is currently undergoing a restoration. Italian palazzo style with giant Doric pilasters.
with advance bookings. Booking essential: 0141
Tours available at 9.30, 10.30 and 10.45. An Converted to its present use in the early 1930s.
566 1472 or email tours@gsa.ac.uk.
experienced tour guide will take you around the The Mission’s ground floor kitchens and dining
Sat & Sun 10-4pm
front of house and into back stage areas of this room serve lunches every day but few visitors
WTERYDAM historic theatre. Tours last approximately one are aware that the glory of the church survives
hour. Please note theatre tours not suitable for almost unchanged in the space above - a
17. Glasgow Sheriff Court people with limited mobility. However there is rediscovered architectural gem!
1 Carlton Place, G5 9DA fully accessible toilet and level access for theatre Sat 10-4pm
PSA/Keppie Henderson 1986 shows themselves. There will be no access to WSRA
offices.
Highly polished interiors with imaginative Sat morning 9.30, 10.30 & 10.45
use of timber, stone and daylight. One of 23. The Merchants House
the busiest courts in Europe. Displays from the
WTD of Glasgow
Scottish Court Service and Justice Partners and 7 West George Street, G2 1BA
a guided tour of courtrooms and cells. Access 21. The Lighthouse
John Burnet 1874; JJ Burnet 1909
restricted to guided tours. 11 Mitchell Lane, G1 3NU
Magnificent panelled rooms, vividly conveying
Sat 10-4pm Charles Rennie Mackintosh 1895; Page\Park
the mercantile wealth of the ‘Second City of the
PWTERYDUL 1999
Empire’. Stained-glass window representing
Stunning transformation of the former Glasgow the meeting on 6th February 1605 at which the
18. Glasgow’s TRAFFCOM Herald newspaper building, Mackintosh’s Letter of Guildry was produced.
Traffic Control Centre first public commission, into a contemporary www.merchantshouse.org.uk
33 Holland Street, G2 4DL exhibition and conference facility where Level Sat 10-4pm
2 houses the new Architecture and Design WER
Sheona McIntyre 1982/4
Scotland. Explore architecture and design
This striking blue and green building houses
Glasgow’s TRAFFCOM (Traffic Control and
Management) traffic, tunnel & parking control
systems. An exhibition of the new BIAS system
that tracks buses from space, gives them priority
at traffic signals and provides real time informa-
tion. Numbers are restricted. Guided tours will
be led every half hour from 10am until 4pm.
Max 20 people per tour on a first come first
served basis on the day. Visitors please queue
at Holland Street. Access is limited to viewing
room with small exhibition area adjacent to
main control room. Difficult building for disabled
visitors, particularly wheelchair users.
Sat & Sun 10-4pm
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19. Grand Central Hotel NEW!

99 Gordon Street, G1 3SF
Sir RR Anderson 1883-4; Extensive additions to
Hope Street, James Miller 1900-1907
Category A-listed and designed for Caledonian
Railways as offices, plans changed in course of
construction to hotel accommodation. Sadly in
recent years the hotel fell into disrepair. It has
Grand Central Hotel (artist’s impression)
now been refurbished and has undergone a

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declining fortunes, the property was derelict,
24. The Mitchell Library 29. Royal Faculty of Procurators
burnt-out and propped up by scaffolding. The
North Street, G3 7DN Prince and Princess of Wales Hospice received
in Glasgow
William B Whitie 1877 the keys to Carlton Place in 1983 and today
The Mitchell Library is named after Stephen owns four townhouses in this Georgian terrace.
Mitchell, a wealthy tobacco manufacturer. When Sensitively restored, it combines a modern
he died in 1874, he left almost £70,000 to build palliative care facility with homely comfort for
and stock a public library for the people of patients and their families. There will be a
Glasgow. Since opening in 1877, The Mitchell virtual tour of the Hospice. Wards and In-patient
has grown into one of Europe’s largest public unit will not be open to the public. www.ppwh.
libraries with a book stock of 1.3 million books, org.uk
35,000 maps and thousands of photographs, Sat 10-4pm; Sun 1-4pm
newspapers and microfilms. In the 21st century WTESRYDA
The Mitchell continues as the hub of a citywide
information service for all residents, workers 27. Ramshorn Theatre & Graveyard
and visitors to the city. The Mitchell will be 98 Ingram Street, G1 1EX
holding two ‘behind the scenes’ public tours at
Thomas Rickman 1826
2pm-3pm and 3pm-4pm on Saturday the 18th
September. Places are limited, please book at One of the most unusual small theatres in
the Mitchell Information Desk at Granville Street Glasgow, housed in a neo-gothic church
or by phoning 0141 287 2999. with stunning stained glass windows. The
Sat 1-4pm theatre accommodates student and community
WTDA productions as well as incoming professional
The Mitchell Library
12 Nelson Mandela Place, G2 1BT

Charles Wilson 1856
Italianate ‘Palazzo’ interior with marbled
columns alternating with fine neo-classical
sculptured busts of eminent law lords. Some
parts of building will not be open to the public.
Sat 1-4pm
30. Royal Highland

Fusiliers Museum
518 Sauchiehall Street, G2 3LW
Honeyman, Keppie & Mackintosh 1903
Welcome to the Home HQ and Museum of
the Royal Highland Fusiliers. Our
distinguished predecessors, The Royal Scots
Fusiliers and the Highland Light Infantry, were
amalgamated to form the RHF on 20th January
1959 and our Museum celebrates our proud
history from the 17th century to the present day.
The seving battalion is now known as the Royal
Highland Fusiliers (2nd Battalion The Royal
25. Page\Park Architects companies. Also music evenings and weekly Regiment of Scotland). The building, one of
lunchtime concerts from international musicians three which stretches from Sauchiehall Street
20 James Morrison Street, G1 5PE
playing classical music to contemporary jazz through to Renfrew Street, was designed
Page\Park, refurbished Oct 2008 by Honeyman, Keppie and Mackintosh for
fusion. Permanent display of theatre
The office of Page\Park Architects will be photography. Surrounding the theatre is the T&R Annan as offices, fine art galleries and
open with a chance to see some current graveyard, the resting place of, among others, photographic studios.
projects and a small exhibition of models & Pierre Emille L’Angellier - allegedly murdered by Sat 10-4pm
drawings. Occupying an art deco tiled building Madeleine Smith. WESYDU
on London Road, the former furniture store was Sat 10-4pm
converted in 2008 by Page\Park to residential & WT 31. Scottish Opera Headquarters
commercial use.
Sat 10-4pm 39 Elmbank Crescent, G2 4PT
28. Royal College of Physicians John Bennie Wilson 1907
WECYDA & Surgeons of Glasgow
This Beaux Arts former HQ for the Institute of
232-242 St Vincent Street, G2 5RJ
26. The Prince and Princess Shipbuilders and Engineers replaced terraced
of Wales Hospice NEW! 1820; Altered by JJ Burnet 1892 housing, including the birthplace of the
Finely decorated Beaux Arts interior. The composer Eugene D’Albert (1864-1932). Impres-
71 Carlton Place, G5 9TD
building houses a rare collection of books, sive plasterwork and stained glass monument
Peter Nicholson 1813-18 to the engineers who died on the Titanic in
paintings and surgical instruments, including
Carlton Place was a prestigious block of Lister Carbolic Spray, as seen on BBC television. 1912. Access restricted to entrance, boardroom
mansions for Glasgow’s ruling elite. Access to public rooms only. and Rankine Hall. Please note several steps into
Overlooking the River Clyde, the Georgian Sun 10-4pm building and no ramp. Lift to all floors inside.
terrace featured exquisite panelling and WESRDA Sat 10-4pm
plasterwork by Italian craftsmen. After years of W
Parking W
P WC T
Talk/guided
tour E
Children’s
activities R
Refreshments S
Stewards
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St George’s Tron Church 35. St George’s Tron Church
163 Buchanan Street, G1 2JX
William Stark 1808
St George’s Church, as it was known then, was
built in 1808 by the architect William Stark
(1770-1813). Stark is now widely regarded as
Scotland’s first architect of ‘modern society’
- William Henry Playfair (National Gallery of
Scotland, Royal Scottish Academy) was one
of his pupils. St George’s Tron’s interior was
completely renovated in 2008/9 at a cost of
£3.1m and it is now a bright, comfortable and
spacious place of worship which is open every
day of the week.
The Church is open for worship on Sunday
11-12.30 therefore not open as part of Doors
Open Day programme that day. Most of the
Church can be viewed from ground floor - tea/
coffee served in Lower Gr Fl which has lift
access. Contact point for New ‘International’
students to Glasgow.
Sat 10-4pm
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36. St Mungo’s Church

52 Parson Street, G4 0RX
George Goldie 1869
Early French Gothic with adjoining
monastery (designed by Father Osmund
Cooke 1892). Stained glass by Mayer of Munich
(1890s), Lorraine Lamond (2002). Altars by
Gillespie, Kidd & Coia. £2.2m restoration in 2002.
All located on ground floor.
Sat 1-4pm
WTSYAML
37. St Vincent Street Free Church

265 St Vincent Street, G2 7LQ
32. Sloans Bar & Restaurant NEW! 34. St Andrew’s in the Square Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson 1859
62 Argyll Arcade/108 Argyle Street, G2 8BG 1 St Andrews Square, G1 5PP The church building was designed by one of
John Baird 1828 Allan Dreghorn 1739-1756; Nicolas Groves- Glasgow’s most famous architects, Alexander
Sloans is a Category A-listed building. Set Raines Architects 2000 ‘Greek’ Thomson (1817-1875). Thomson gained
over three decadent floors, the venue has One of the top six classical churches in the much of his inspiration from the classical
many original features including a ceramic tiled UK, superbly restored by GBPT as architecture of Ancient Greece, which he applied
entrance, grand mahogany staircase, rich Glasgow’s Centre for Scottish Culture, is open all with his own genius to the 19th century. For
woodwork and rare etched glass. weekend with a variety of performances from more information on the building’s architecture
music and dance groups based at the venue. and to see how it is currently used, visit www.
The Grand Ballroom is the jewel in Sloans’
Discover this historic building and how it has glasgowcityfreechurch.org.
crown, featuring a magnificent vaulted ceiling
with a period marble fireplace. The ballroom been pivotal to the regeneration of the area for There will be a special thanksgiving service at
was restored with gilt edging and detail. Truly a over 250 years. Learn about the characters that 11am on Sunday for the recent refurbishment of
hidden wonder in the bustling city centre. have connected with St Andrew’s in the Square areas of the church building. Refreshments will
Sun 10-4pm and meet the workers and the Friends of St be served and tours given.
Andrew’s in the Square who will conduct guided Sat 10-4pm; Sun 10-1pm
WT
tours of the space and tell you how it is now WSRYDA
used. There will be an exhibition on the theme of
33. St Aloysius’ Church the 200th anniversary of Wilberforce’s Abolition
of Slavery Act, showing how the slave trade
38. Theatre NEMO
25 Rose Street, G3 6RE
relates to many of Glasgow’s street names and 128/130 Bridgegate, G1 5HZ
Charles Menart 1908
historic buildings. The Friends of St Andrews in A B McDonald 1905
A Renaissance-style Roman Catholic Church
the Square and the Board of SAINTS Trust will Theatre NEMO, from their premises in this
designed by Charles Menart with marble interior
be available to offer guided tours. There will also B-listed Edwardian building, present an
added by Ernest Schaufelberg in 1926. The
be an exhibition of the Merchant City’s interactive multi-media exhibition. The
church is run by the members of the Society of
connection to the slave trade. Performances of exhibition will profile short films, artworks and
Jesus for the Catholic Archdiocese of Glasgow.
St Andrews Fiddle Group, Whistle Group, Ceilidh music produced in workshops held in
The foundation stone was laid in 1908 and the
Dance Class and The Theatre Guild will be communities, hospitals and prisons across
first church service (Mass) was held on February
available throughout the two days. There is also Glasgow. Staff & members will be available to
6th 1910.
the possibility of community choirs participating. discuss the work. The building is situated just
Sat 10-1pm; Sun 10-4pm
Sat & Sun 10-4pm across from the old fish market, now the Wasp
PWESRYDL WTESRYDUM studios. Theatre NEMO empowers people
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affected by social issues, particularly mental
Willow Tea Rooms
ill-health, to live better, more fulfilled lives
through the creative arts. Their vision is of an
inclusive, supportive, integrated society, which
recognises and values the contribution made by
those affected by social and mental health
problems, alongside everyone else. Theatre
NEMO is helping to make Glasgow a healthier,
safer and happier place to live.
Sat & Sun 1-4pm
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39. The Trades Hall of Glasgow

85 Glassford Street, G1 1UH
Robert Adam 1794
Use of the Trades Hall dates back to 1794,
when it was used as a meeting place for
the thriving Trades and Merchant Guilds.
Construction of the Trades Hall commenced on
9 September 1791 by Robert Adam. Today this
magnificent and historic building retains a quiet
majesty, providing a unique venue for functions
ranging from conferences, dinners, business
meetings to weddings.
There will be an exhibit of works/items by
some of the Incorporated Trades – some will be
hands on, others just to view. Parking at NCP,
Glasshouse, Glassford St at 25% discount.
Sat & Sun 10-4pm
WTRYDUL
(GMAC), the Russian Café - Gallery Cossachok.
40. Tron Theatre
63 Trongate, G1 5HB
To book a tour contact Trongate 103 on 0141 276
8380 or email info@trongate103.com
Glasgow
Style of Robert & James Adam 1793; JJ Burnet
1899; RMJM 1999
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The 16th-century clock tower that fronts
the theatre is one of the oldest surviving 42. Western Club
landmarks of the historic Merchant City. 32 Royal Exchange Square, G1 3AB
44. Blairtummock House
Designed by James Adam, the building has Enterprise Centre
David Hamilton, James Smith 1829
gone from church to police station and exists 20 Baldinnie Road, Easterhouse, G34 9EE
now in its current capacity as a performance Founded in 1825 the club moved to its present
premises in 1965. The reconstruction of the Unknown c1721, Simpson & Brown 2006
venue. The Kirk and earlier clock tower is mixed
club’s third home was planned to provide a B-listed Blairtummock House and walled garden
with award-winning contemporary architecture
modern building internally, while retaining the is an unusual survivor of the type of small coun-
and is now an integral part of Glasgow’s thriving
late Georgian architecture of the handsome try house once characteristic of the Monklands.
theatre scene with more than 55,000 visitors
original exterior designed in 1829 by the leading As a home of local industrialists and embellished
per year. Access to some areas will be restricted.
architect of his time, David Hamilton and his to reflect their rising fortunes, it reached its
Two ramps and lift access to all floors. Induction
son-in-law, James Smith (father of the notorious heyday in the 20th century under the ownership
loop at box office only. An array of events &
Madeleine, who was accused of poisoning her of Colonel Andrew Lamberton. Another
activities will be taking place, exploring every
lover). Lift access to all but top floor. Some areas prominent resident was Professor James McCall,
element of the Tron’s life. (Booking essential.)
not open to public - guided tours on the hour founder of the Glasgow Veterinary College. The
Visit www.tron.co.uk/whatson and click on Doors
and the half hour. rural setting was changed fundamentally by
Open Day for more details. Special offers in the
Sat & Sun 10-4pm post-war housing, but demolition was averted
bar and kitchen.
WTYDAM by becoming a local base for the Parks Depart-
ment until 1999. Yet another lease of life has
PWTESRCYDUML recently been secured through a multi-agency
43. Willow Tea Rooms
funded restoration as an Enterprise Centre.
41. Trongate 103 217 Sauchiehall Street, G2 3EX Office areas will not be open.
103 Trongate, G1 5HD Remodelled by Charles Rennie Mackintosh 1903 Sat & Sun 10-4pm
John McKissack & Son 1902; Elder & Cannon Designed by Mackintosh, the Willow Tea PWESYDUAM
2009 Room features what is regarded as the
Trongate 103 is an arts resource for the city jewel in the crown of his work during his 45. The Bridge
of Glasgow. Housed over six stories in a partnership with Kate Cranston, entrepreneur in
1000 Westerhouse Road, Easterhouse, G34 9JW
former Edwardian warehouse on Trongate, the the early 1900s. The Room De Luxe with its
silver furniture and leaded glass work remains a Gareth Hoskins 2006
venue is the home of a range of Glasgow based
creative organisations: including Street Level well-loved visitor attraction with the opportunity The Bridge is an aspirational, award-winning
Photoworks, Project Ability, Glasgow Print to see the original Room De Luxe doors landmark building located in the centre of
Studio, Transmission Gallery, Sharmanka Kinetic reinstated in late 2008 after a 12-year absence. Easterhouse and comprises of four integrated
Theatre, Glasgow Independent Studio and Sat & Sun 10-4pm facilities in a contemporary and barrier free
Project Room, Glasgow Media Access Centre WT environment. They are: John Wheatley College;
Library and Real Learning Centre; Platform (a
Parking W
P WC T
Talk/guided
tour E
Children’s
activities R
Refreshments S
Stewards
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brand new arts centre with theatre, rehearsal
Glasgow
Doulton Fountain at
and meeting space and café) and a swimming The People’s Palace
pool and leisure suite. The Bridge has a varied
programme of events running over Doors Open
weekend including Discover! This is a new
festival about the past, present and future of the
North
wider Glasgow East area.
www.platform-online.co.uk 53. Colston Wellpark
Sat & Sun 10-4pm Parish Church
WTSYDUAM
1372 Springburn Road, G21 1UX
Clifford & Lunan 1915
46. Easterhouse Community
Fire Station Bold hammerbeam roof and magnificent
stained-glass windows designed and made by 18
9 Grudie Street, Easterhouse, G34 9BL
church members. There will be a demonstration
1964 of how to make stained-glass windows.
Single-storey brick-built building of traditional Sat 10-4pm
construction. Fire appliance bays and training PWTESRYDAML
tower. Tour of station by watch personnel. Static
display of leaflets and other fire-related material. 54. The Mackintosh Church
Free shuttle bus from George Square to Provan
Hall, then community bus (see page 34).
Sat & Sun 10-4pm exciting orienteering style challenge and see
what you can find! Ages 7 and over. Palace Tours
PWTEYDUAM
on Sun 19th September at 1 and 3pm - All ages
Sat & Sun 10-4pm
47. John Wheatley College PWTCYDUAL
(East End Campus)
2 Haghill Road, G31 3SR 50. Provan Hall
ABK Architects, 2007
Auchinlea Park, Auchinlea Road, G34 9NQ
The College’s new state-of-the-art East End 15th century
Campus is a showcase for sustainability and
energy efficiency. It is the focus for many new This A-listed building is the property of the
and traditional learning opportunities. The National Trust for Scotland, built around the
same time as Provand’s Lordship, and is one of Queen’s Cross, 870 Garscube Road, G20 7EL
building is a centre for community activities
the Prebends of Glasgow Cathedral. Friends of Charles Rennie Mackintosh 1899
and its 8,000 learners. Demonstrations will be
available in traditional roof slating, traditional Provan Hall welcome everyone for tours every The only church designed by Mackintosh
bread baking and hairdressing. hour. There will be displays, stalls and much to be built and now the society’s
Sat 10-4pm more - come and see this hidden gem. Free international headquarters. Magnificent stained
shuttle bus from George Square (see page 34). glass ‘Blue Heart’ window and exceptional relief
PWTERSYDU
Sat & Sun 10-4pm carving on wood and stonework are highlights
WTERCYD of the interior where light and space are used to
48. Our Lady of Good dramatic effect. The Mackintosh Church at
Counsel Church
51. Shettleston Old Parish Church Queen’s Cross has an excellent library and the
75 Craigpark, G31 2JF shop stocks an extensive range of Mackintosh
99-111 Killin Street, G32 9AH
Gillespie, Kidd & Coia 1968 books and gifts. Mostly on ground floor.
WG McGibbon 1903 Sat 10-4pm; Sun 1-4pm
Completed in 1968, this church is full of
Fine red sandstone building containing some WTECYDAL
surprises. The low entrance and shallow
valuable old stained-glass windows The
stepped ascent mask a soaring, wood-panelled
two-manual pipe-organ is one of the six finest
ceiling which rises to a peak behind the altar. 55. North Glasgow College NEW!
in Glasgow. All on ground floor. Organ recitals
Load-bearing brick facing is indented with 123 Flemington Street, Springburn, G21 4TD
will take place.
crosses at the apex, while the wood-panelled
Sat 10-4pm RMJM Paul Stalin, completed Nov. 2008
west perpendicular wall conceals small coloured
windows which glow warmly. A church to invite PWTESRCYDAML North Glasgow College has an excellent reputa-
contemplation without overwhelming. Tours and tion for delivering further and higher education.
Q&A available on request as people arrive. 52. St Clare’s R.C. Church It is based in a new 21st Century, award winning
Sat & Sun 10-4pm building in Springburn. The £42m new build
18 Drumlanrig Avenue, Easterhouse, G34 0JA
PWTSYDAML boasts excellent conference facilities, a fully
Ross, Doak & Whitelaw 1966 equipped lecture theatre, dance and drama
The parish of St Clare was founded in December studio, purpose built workshops, an international
49. People’s Palace & 1959 to meet the needs of the increasing popula- standard games hall and gym facilities. The
Winter Gardens tion in the area. Construction of the church building has been designed to be energy
Glasgow Green, G40 1AT began in August 1964 with the building work efficient, maximise natural light and use natural
AB MacDonald 1898 completed in June 1966 at a cost of £75,000. The ventilation. Organised tours will take place at
architects also designed St Ninian’s RC Church in 9 and 11am, and 1 and 3pm. These will show
The People’s Palace and Winter Gardens is
Restalrig, Edinburgh. Students from the Glasgow all work areas and some typical classrooms,
a social history museum. You will learn of
School of Art were involved with the interior workshops and other available facilities. Please
the story of the people and city from 1750 to the
design and the mosaic stations of the Cross. 2010 note that the college is only open to the public
end of the 20th century. The thematic displays
is the 50th anniversary of the foundation of the on Wednesday 15th September, and will not be
give a wonderful insight into how Glasgwegians
parish. A commemoration booklet is planned. open on Saturday and Sunday.
lived, worked and played in years gone by. Palace
Sat & Sun 1-4pm Wednesday 9-4pm
Discovery - Saturday at 2pm - The People’s
Palace is full of fantastic things. Take part in this PWTSRYDUML PWTYDUAML

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Glasgow Castlemilk Stables
South
56. 1 Moray Place
1 Moray Place, Strathbungo, G41 2AQ
Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson c.1860
Designed by the great Glasgow architect,
Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson, 1-10 Moray Place
has been described as “the finest of all Grecian
terraces”. No.1 was Thomson’s home until his
death in 1875. Current restoration has uncovered
the original painted decoration to the hall,
staircase and landing. These simple but typical
‘Greek’ Thomson friezes are being cleaned and
restored to their original colours, together with
internal woodwork and ironwork. Visits are by
pre-booked tours only - places limited to 12
per tour. Book on www.glasgowdoorsopenday.
com Please note as this is a domestic property
disabled access is very limited and there are
narrow corridors etc.
Sat 10-4pm
WES
57. BBC Scotland (demolished 1960’s) dates back to the 1750s.

58. The Burrell Collection NEW! Saved and restored thanks to a local community
Pollok Country Park, 2060 Pollokshaws Road, campaign, the building now serves as offices for
G43 1AT Cassiltoun Housing Association, set around an
Barry Gasson 1983 elegant glazed cloister. Presentations throughout
The Burrell Collection displays just a small the day. Shuttle bus available (see page 34).
portion of the 9000 objects that shipping Sat 10-4pm; Sun 11-3pm
magnate Sir William Burrell donated to Glasgow PWTERYDU
in 1944. Focusing on late medieval and early
Renaissance Europe, the collection also contains 61. Citizens Theatre
important exampes of Chinese and Islamic art, 119 Gorbals Street, G5 9DS
French paintings and objects from ancient
Campbell Douglas 1878
civilisations. Find out what goes on behind
closed doors in an exclusive ‘access all areas’ On this extra special day we fling our doors
tour of the Burrell Collection. Suitable for all: even wider and let you see the nooks and
children must be 8yrs or over and accompanied crannies of our historic Victorian theatre,
by an adult. Booking essential - contact Learning including backstage. Our expert tour guides
& Access on 0141 287 2564. will make sure you don’t get lost and give you
Sat 10-4pm; Sun 11-4pm a fascinating insight into the life of the theatre
PWTYDUML on and off stage. Tours last approximately 30
minutes and must be booked in advance. Call
our box office now on 0141 429 0022. Please
59. Castlemilk Community note some backstage areas of the theatre have
40 Pacific Quay, G51 1DA
Fire & Rescue Station limited disabled access. General access may be
David Chipperfield 2007
Raithburn Avenue, Castlemilk, G45 9RY restricted due to rehearsals.
BBC Scotland’s headquarters on the bank Sat 10-4pm
Guided tours of old and new fire appliances,
of the River Clyde is the first broadcast
talks on fire safety issues and a chip pan fire PWTRYDAML
centre in the UK to feature high definition
demonstration. No access to station living areas.
facilities throughout. It combines broadcasting
and office spaces with the impressive central red
Free shuttle bus service to Castlemilk. 62. Fairfield Shipyard Offices
Sat & Sun 10-4pm
sandstone staircase. Access to studios included 1048 Govan Road, G51 4XP
if possible, but cannot be guaranteed due to Y
John Keppie 1890
schedules. The building is suitable for unassisted
This Category A-listed building is of
wheelchair access, however any guests with 60. Castlemilk Stables
outstanding architectural merit. Designed by
accessibility needs should be accompanied by a 59 Machrie Drive, Castlemilk, G45 0AZ John Keppie and built around 1890, it has been
helper in case of emergency evacuation. There is
Attributed to David Hamilton 1750; Elder & described as architecturally the finest shipbuilding
no hearing loop available but script notes can be
Cannon 2007 office in Britain. Its renowned architectural
provided on request. To book please visit www. features include stained glass windows, statuary,
bbc.co.uk/showsandtours. Please note that Superbly restored in 2007 by Glasgow Building
Preservation Trust, this building has won multiple grand staircase, ornate ceilings, and the historic
bookings for people with access-related needs boardroom with its ships’ carpentry wood
must be made by phone. Call 0370 901 1227. awards (RIBA, GIA, RIAS, Scottish Design Award,
Georgian Award, Civic Trust Award & 2010 panelling, where launch parties were held for
Textphone 0370 903 0304 some of the most famous ships built on the Clyde.
Sat & Sun 10-4pm Scottish Civic Trust My Place award) and is a
Doors Open Day must-see! The B-listed Georgian Sat 10-4pm; Sun 10-1pm
PWTSRYD stable block of the former Castlemilk House PW
Parking W
P WC T
Talk/guided
tour E
Children’s
activities R
Refreshments S
Stewards
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The Glasgow House
63. The Fotheringay Centre 65. The Glasgow House NEW! 67. Govan Cross Building,
63 Fotheringay Road, G41 4LQ 99 Norfolk Street (near Bridge St subway), Govan & Linthouse Parish
Steele & Balfour 1902-3 G5 9QE 796 Govan Road, G51 2YL
PRP 2010 Robert Baldie 1873
The result of a unique partnership between
Hutchesons’ Grammar School and Pollokshields GHA have teamed up with architects PRP One of three worship sites in the Govan &
United Reformed Church, the Fotheringay and City Building to build four prototype Linthouse congregation. B-listed and
Centre was created from the extensive restora- houses which feature high standards of located across from Govan subway. Gothic-style,
tion of a beautiful turn-of-the-century church. insulation, coupled with low energy running wide central gable with three entrance archways
The centre now houses a large auditorium, lec- costs and simple technology. and pointed windows. There is a horseshoe
ture theatre, seminar room and computer suite, The Glasgow House will dramatically reduce fuel gallery which sweeps round on three sides. The
as well as providing high-tech music and ICT bills for occupants which could help improve church was designed to have ‘an imaginative
facilities for the school. The auditorium retains their quality of life. Book a tour, see how they’re interior, with no seat further than 10 rows from
the original magnificent stained glass windows. constructed and talk to some of the young the front’. Glasgow Presbytery, the largest
Some areas will not be open to the public. apprentices who helped build these innovative presbytery in the world, meets in the church.
Sat & Sun 10-4pm new homes. The northern windows were painted by a local
PWTERYDA Included in the tour will be entry to the Skills artist and depict the rise of Govan and the
Academy to see the fantastic work being under- Clyde, and act as a timeline for the community.
64. Giffnock & Newlands taken. Places will be very limited so booking is Sat 10-4pm; Sun 1-4pm
Hebrew Congregation Synagogue essential at www.glasgowdoorsopenday.com. PWYDUML
222 Fenwick Road, Giffnock, G46 6UE (enter More information on page 25.
via car park) Sat 10-1pm; Sun 1-4pm 68. Govan Old Parish Church
Baron Bercott & Associates 1965/66 PWTESYDUM 866 Govan Road, G51 3UU
Giffnock Synagogue is the largest synagogue Robert Rowand Anderson 1888
in Scotland. It has a seating capacity of 965
66. Glasgow Museums One of three worship sites in the Govan &
(465 men and 500 women) on two levels. The Resource Centre Linthouse congregation. A-listed and set in
current membership is around 800. It contains 200 Woodhead Road, Nitshill, G53 7NN a graveyard of great antiquity, this building is
a banqueting suite which can host functions 2003, 2009 (extended) the last in a long series of churches on this site.
up to 230 people and a reception hall which Style Early English with details from Pluscarden
GMRC houses a vast collection of objects
can accommodate up to 100. The complex Abbey. Twelve windows by Charles E Kempe.
from around the world. We can only display
also houses a suite of rooms on the upper level Beautiful stained glass. Large collection of early
a tiny fraction of our collection at our nine
used by various communal organisations. The medieval sculpture, including hogback stones
museums across the city - the rest is stored at
basement houses a small synagogue “Beth and the Govan Sarcophagus. Organ recital on
GMRC, our publicly accessible museum store.
Medraish” in which daily services take place Saturday at 10.30am by John Power.
You name it, we’ve got it - paintings, pots,
and the Communal Mikveh (Ritual Bath). The Sat 10-4pm; Sun 1-4pm
swords, ship models, vintage cars, clocks, kayaks
synagogue is also the location of the 22 stained- PWTESRYAL
- the list goes on.
glass windows by artist John K Clark which were
originally installed in Queen’s Park Synagogue. Join us for a guided tour of Glasgow’s treasure 69. Govanhill Baths
The Ritual Bath and small synagogue (Bet trove. Booking essential: 0141 276 9300 or
gmrcbookings@csglasgow.org 99 Calder Street, G42 7RA
Hamidrash) will not be open to visitors.
Sun 10-4pm Sat 10-4pm; Sun 11-4pm AB MacDonald 1917
PWSYDAM PWTCYDUAML Designed in Edwardian Baroque style by AB

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House For An Art Lover
© McAteer Photograpoh
MacDonald and built between 1912-17, Govanhill Grammar School on Kingarth Street matches
71. Holmwood House
Baths were the only original substantially Edwardian grandeur with the modern facilities
unaltered public baths in Glasgow still in use 61-63 Netherlee Road, G44 3YU required for education in the 21st century. The
until closure in 2001. The red sandstone building Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson 1857 library, with its extraordinary glass wall, was
containing three top-lit pools occupies an entire Alexander Thomson’s finest villa, now an opened in 2007 and is adjacent to the original
block in Calder Street. The main pool features a A-listed building, was built for James School Hall at the heart of the school. Some
cast-iron railed gallery, original tiling, pool-side Couper, a Cathcart businessman, who with his areas will not be open to the public.
changing cubicles and a glazed roof supported brother Robert ran a successful paper mill on Sat 10-4pm
by ferro-concrete arched ribs. Guided tours show- the banks of the River Cart. Their legacy to the PWTERYDA
ing all three pools, Nord architects represented local community was the Couper Institute and
with model of proposals for regeneration. Art
exhibition, soundscape, films, music, children’s
the Victoria Hospital. The building is now in the 74. Hutchesons’ Grammar
care of the National Trust for Scotland. School, Secondary
activities, stalls, street entertainment and Sun 10-4pm
refreshments. Ramp available at rear of building 21 Beaton Road, G41 4NW
PWESRYDU
in Kingarth Street with access to old steamie area. Boswell, Mitchell & Johnston 1960
Sat & Sun 10-4pm
TESRCYA
72. House For An Art Lover The Beaton Road site in Crossmyloof became
home to Hutchesons’ Boys’ Grammar School
10 Dumbreck Road, Bellahouston Park, G41 5BW
in 1960, following 119 years in Crown Street,
70. The Hidden Gardens Andy MacMillan 1996
Gorbals. Hutchesons’ now celebrates 50 years
Tramway Theatre, 25 Albert Drive, G41 2PE The house, completed in 1996, was in the current building, which was seen as an
City Design Co-operative & NVA 2003 inspired by Charles Rennie extremely fashionable building in its time, daring
Mackintosh’s portfolio of drawings of 1901, which in its modernity. Some areas will not be open
An award winning public greenspace & commu- were submitted as a competition entry to a to the public.
nity development which has been developed at German design magazine. A permanent Sat & Sun 10-4pm
the back of the Tramway Theatre in Pollokshields. exhibition of decorative furnished rooms,
The concept underpinning the gardens was the PWTERYA
realised by contemporary artists and crafts
creation of a space within the city that would people, give visitors the opportunity to compare
link many cultures and celebrate the diversity the original drawings against each completed 75. Langside College
of the city’s population. These principles were room. The house today represents a popular 50 Prospecthill Road, G42 9LB
embedded in the design and usage of the visitor attraction and provides spectacularly Archial Architects Ltd 2009
space through community consultation and unique private dining and conference facilities as
creative development process involving NVA, Langside College is keen to welcome visitors to
well as the contemporary Art Lovers’ Shop and
landscape architects, a team of artists and the its new campus. Built upon the footprint of the
Café. Audio tours will be available.
local community. Today, the gardens are a vital former buildings, the new premises more than
community resource alongside being a unique meet the requirements of 21st century education
PWTEYDUL and are also a valuable resource for the local
and visionary space for peace, reflection and
appreciation of nature - nestled within the urban community. The buildings boast classrooms fully
landscape. Audio guides to the gardens, garden 73. Hutchesons’ Grammar fitted with the latest technology to enable staff
assistants on duty and a plant sale all weekend. School, Primary NEW! and students to work in an exciting and innova-
There are paths all around the gardens - some 42 Kingarth Street, G42 7RN tive study environment. Phase 2 of the building
more accessible for wheelchair users than others. Thomson & Sandilands 1912 work includes a sports hall and fitness suite as
A few inclines and steps within the gardens. well as a theatre arts and conference centre.
Originally built as Hutchesons’ Girls’ Grammar
Sat & Sun 10-4pm Sat 10-4pm
School in 1912, the primary site of Hutchesons’
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Parking W
P WC T
Talk/guided
tour E
Children’s
activities R
Refreshments S
Stewards
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Hutchesons’ Grammar School, Primary
concert hall, theatre, café and meeting rooms. A

76. Linthouse Building, 77. Merrylea Parish Church
new conference suite was completed in March
Govan & Linthouse Parish 80 Merrylea Road, G43 2QZ 2009 modernising the original gymnasium. Café
MacGregor Chalmers 1903 Pearce provides a wide range of snacks, soft
The first church built here was of drinks, tea and coffee. Office accommodation
corrugated iron and known as the ‘Tin will not be open to the public.
Church’. It was opened on Sunday 14th October Sat 10-4pm
1903. Our present church is built of Auchenheath PWTESRYDA
stone (quarried nearby). It was dedicated in 1915.
A feature of this beautiful building is its stained- 80. Pollok House
glass window designed by well known artists. 2060 Pollokshaws Road Pollok Country Park,
Sat & Sun 1-4pm G43 1AT
PWTESRYDUAML 1752; additions by Sir Robert Rowand Anderson
from 1890 onwards
78. Mosspark Parish Church Pollok House is the Scotttish country house
167 Ashkirk Drive, G52 1LA at its best. Inside you’ll find a superb collec-
Thomson, Sandilands & MacLeod 1929 tion of art including El Greco’s “Lady in a Fur
B-listed red sandstone (Locharbriggs Wrap” recently voted one of Scotland’s top 10
Quarry) church and halls with green slate favourite paintings. The award-winning
roofs in Gothic style with art nouveau touches. restaurant occupies the original kitchens of this
Interior with exposed stone and an open elegant country mansion. Access restricted to
decorative timber roof. White stone pulpit, public areas. Limited disabled access.
7-9 Skipness Drive, Govan, G51 4RS communion table and baptismal font. Pipe Sat & Sun 10-4pm
James Miller 1900 organ, by Binns of Huddersfield, with recitals on WYDA
One of three worship sites in the Govan & request. Church is located on the ground floor.
Linthouse congregation. B-listed, red No access to halls and kitchen areas. Located on 81. Pollokshaws Burgh Hall
sandstone, originally built as the sister church of ground floor. Organ Recital on Sunday at 3.15pm 2025 Pollokshaws Road, G43 1NE (access from
St Mary’s U.F. Its architect was the designer of St by John Power. Christian Street, Pollokshaws West Rail Station;
Enoch’s and the Linthouse Church is the only Sat & Sun 1-4pm Buses 45, 47, 57; McKindless 75; Arriva 3)
building he designed still in use. The façade is a PWTESRYU Robert Rowand Anderson 1898
blend of classical and Arts & Crafts. The broad Burgh Hall, Scots renaissance, snecked
gable is flanked by matching square towers 79. The Pearce Institute bull-faced ashlar, polished dressings,
topped by colonnaded cupolas. An exhibition of 840-860 Govan Road, G51 3UU (50 yards from strap-worked pediments, crow-stepped gables,
valuable and finely embroidered hand-sewn Govan Underground and Govan Old Parish square clock tower with distinctive Glasgow
(1901-1923) collection of church dressings. Church) College-type cupola. Featured in “The Buildings
Originally designed by the first Minister of St Sir Robert Rowand Anderson 1906 of Scotland” by Williamson et al (1990)
Kenneth’s and embroidered by Miss Walker, a Resembles “Old College”, Glasgow. Main
professional seamstress. The collection An A-listed community centre gifted to the
people of Govan by Lady Pearce in ballroom will be viewable from the balcony.
comprises communion table frontals in each of Visitors are invited to remain for a free theatre
the colours of the Christian year, and pulpit falls. memory of her husband Sir William Pearce, a
striking example of Edwardian architecture and organ concert 2.45-4.45pm
Sat 10-4pm; Sun 1-4pm Sun 10-4pm
much loved community asset, including a
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and fittings. Stained-glass windows, intricate
Pollokshaws Burgh Hall
cornicing, chandeliers, and grand stairways are
among the many features to be enjoyed today.
All cellar areas and the manager’s office will not
be available to view.
Sat 1-4pm
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86. Tramway
25 Albert Drive, G41 2PE

William Clark 1894; Zoo Architects 2000
Tramway is one of Europe’s most celebrated
multi-purpose theatre and visual art spaces.
Presenting the contemporary and experimental,
it provides both a showcase for international
work and a focus for young Scottish artists. Its
café bar is hugely popular with people of all
ages from the local community and beyond,
offering a wide range of food and refreshments,
as well as a view of The Hidden Gardens.
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87. United Reform Church

is available to negotiate the stairs but advance 111 Moss-side Road, G41 3TP
82. Scottish Ballet at Tramway Miller & Black 1909
notice is required to use it. Organ recitals will
25 Albert Drive, G41 2PE take place. The building is of red sandstone, and although
W Clark 1894; Malcolm Fraser Architects 2009 Sat 10-4pm no longer used there is a large pipe organ. There
This is an opportunity for the public to see the PWTESRYDAML is also a marble baptistry. In addition to the
newly developed headquarters of the Scottish sanctuary there is a church hall, library room,
National Dance Company. The facilities include 84. St Anthony’s Church Dorcus room, three toilets (one disabled) and
rehearsal studios, a wardrobe area and a large vestry. www.shawlands.urc.org.uk. Organ recital
62 Langlands Road, Govan, G51 3BQ
workshop which holds sets, props and technical on Saturday at 12.00 by John Power.
equipment. A full programme of tours and John Honeyman 1879
Sat 10-4pm
activities will be developed for the day. For more Unusual Italian Romanesque design WSYDUL
information go to: www.scottishballet.co.uk. banded and striped. Classical interior. Nave
Some workshops, studios and offices will not features giant Corinthian columns.
be open.
Sat & Sun 10-1pm
WRYD Glasgow
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83. South Shawlands Parish Church

85. The Marlborough
Dance Hall (The Shed) NEW!
West
14 Regwood Street, G41 3JG 26 Langside Avenue, G41 2QS
Miller & Black 1909 John H Hamilton & William James Smith 1911-12 88. Anniesland College NEW!
The bright sanctuary with light wood and The exterior of the building is red sandstone and 19 Hatfield Drive, G12 OYE
unusual pillarless cantilevered gallery celebrates it was built in the Edwardian era circa 1911/122. BDP 2009-2010
its centenary in 2012. In the adjacent Muir Hall It was designed partly by John H Hamilton and Anniesland College has undergone a complete
(built in 1909 as the original worship space and William James Smith. The Old Marlborough is rebuild, bringing staff and students together
named after an early minister) there will be an now in use as a nightclub and is also used as a on one site at Hatfield Drive. The main building
exhibition by many of the church and community venue for live music, theatre and comedy. The opened in January 2009, followed by the
organisations that use the premises. A stairlift venue still boasts many of its original fixtures
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Thursday evenings, and run tournaments on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday. We
would be delighted to show you our building
and also welcome learners and new members.
Taster bridge lessons will be offered at 2pm on
both days. No disabled access.
Sat & Sun 10-4pm
PWS
92. Civil Ceremony Suites

22 Park Circus, G3 6BE
James Boucher 1872
Built for the Glasgow industrialist McFarlane
‘the Ironmaster’ and lavishly refitted by Salmon
& Gillespie in the sinuously organic Glasgow
version of art nouveau, known as the ‘Spook
School’. Not all rooms will be open.
Sun 1-4pm
PWESYDA
93. Cottier Theatre
Arlington Baths
second phase in June 2010, ready to welcome

90. Balshagray Victoria
students in August 2010. In addition to offering
excellent dedicated teaching classrooms
Park Church
and library facilities, the new college also 218-230 Broomhill Drive, G11 7QA 93-95 Hyndland Street, G11 5PX
provides state-of-the-art sports and catering Stewart & Paterson 1909 William Leiper 1866
facilities, specialist engineering and construction Now in its 101st year, this prominent B-listed The Cottier Theatre, formerly Dowanhill Church,
workshops plus dance and art studios. building was involved in an architectural com- was William Leiper’s first major commission
Tours of the building will take place and possibly petition in 1907. The foundation stone was laid which he carried out in collaboration with artist/
demonstrations. in 1908, the sanctuary completed in 1909 and decorator Daniel Cottier. The two men were
Sat 10-4pm the halls in 1911. The building contains stained central to the development of the international
PWTESRCYDUAM glass by Sadie McLellan, J & C Stewart, Douglas Aesthetic Movement in the 1870s and 80s. The
Hamilton and others. Accomplished organists church is a sole survivor of three large urban
can play a 1993 prototype three manual organ churches in Glasgow decorated by Cottier. It has
89. Arlington Baths NEW!! been the subject of a continuing programme of
on request. Some upstairs areas will not be
61 Arlington Street, G3 6DT open. Wheelchair access to ground floor only. restoration for several years.
John Burnett Snr. 1870 Sat 10-4pm Sat & Sun 10-4pm
Founded in 1870, Britain’s oldest private swim- WTSRYDAML WESYDAM
ming club is owned and run by its members. Our
140th birthday is this autumn and to celebrate 91. Buchanan Bridge Club 94. Glasgow Steiner School
the fact, we are throwing the doors open to 52 Lumsden Street, G3 8RH
4 Clairmont Gardens, G3 7LW
members of the public for the first time. There
in the style of Charles Wilson 1857 John Burnett 1876
are bags of architectural details externally and
internally of interest to anyone who enjoys A-listed Victorian townhouse, part of a B-listed The building started life as Overnewton Public
the city’s heritage. There will be guided tours blonde sandstone terrace in the Park district. School, opened in 1877. It has always been
of the building including a behind the scenes The original domed, columned vestibule leads associated with children and has a unique,
look at how a 140-year-old baths club actually to the lounge and the impressive staircase to a homely design which is largely unchanged. It
runs. Free history fact sheet. Exhibition of old first floor drawing room, both with magnificent retains many traditional features while now
photographs which can also be seen on website fireplaces and plasterwork. The Buchanan being decorated and furnished as a Steiner
www.arlingtonbaths.co.uk Bridge Club bought the building in 1960 and School. The school has embarked on an
Sat & Sun 10-4pm with 300 members is the largest bridge club ambitious programme of restoration, whilst
WPTER in Glasgow. We teach bridge at all levels on becoming a low-carbon sustainable building.

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Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum
Last year the roof was removed and packed the River Kelvin are hidden gems of the West
99. Kelvingrove Art
with sheep’s wool for insulation. All scaffolding End. They are owned by the local community,
now removed. There will be a puppet show at who have ambitious plans to restore this
Gallery & Museum
1.30pm both days for young children. There will treasure to its former glory. See page 32 for Argyle Street, G3 8AG
be a half-hour talk (10am both days) on Steiner “talk” details. John W Simpson & EJ Milner Allen 1901,
Education and the importance of the early years. Sat & Sun 10-4pm BDP 2006
The office will not be open to the public.
A-listed: The architects described their design
Sat & Sun 10-4pm 97. Hyndland Parish Church as ‘an astylar composition on severely Classic
PWTERCYAM 79 Hyndland Road, G12 9JE lines, but with free Renaissance treatment
William Leiper 1887 in detail’. Although it combines a variety of
95. Greek Orthodox styles, the best description is Spanish Baroque.
Cathedral of St Luke In designing this church William Leiper made a
The two main towers are inspired by those of
clear break away from his previous fine Gothic
27 Dundonald Road, G12 9LL the great pilgrimage church of Santiago de
designs for other Glasgow churches. This
James Sellars 1876 Compostela. The exterior of the building is in
A-listed church has a medieval layout and a
red Locharbriggs sandstone, while the interior
The style of the Cathedral is Normandy Gothic, marvellous selection of stained glass, spanning
has three types of blond sandstone: Giffnock,
inspired by Dunblane Cathedral, with tall lancet more than a century. Extensive external and
interior restoration work was carried out in 1995- Locharbriggs and Ashlar.
windows, sturdy turrets and muscular buttresses.
97. Organ recital held at 3.15pm by John Power. Sat 10-5pm; Sun 11-5pm
A staircase leads to the entrance in a low arcade,
which joins the main building to the church hall Sat 10-4pm PWTESRCYDUML
on the right. Inside, there is a display of Victorian WESRYDUML
stained glass (by Stephen Adam), richly sten- 100. Kelvinside Hillhead
cilled roof timbers and original light fittings, with 98. Kelvin Stevenson Parish Church
a modern (1960) iconostasi, featuring icons of Memorial Church Observatory Road/Saltoun Street, G12 9AG
the Eptanesian and Cretan Orthodox art schools,
62 Belmont Street/99 Garriochmill Road, G20 James Sellars 1876
with some from Mount Athos in strict Byzantine
6JR (near Kelvinbridge subway)
style. There are numerous steps to negotiate. Now fully open following major roof repairs,
Sat 10-1pm John J Stevenson 1902 the church was designed by James Sellars in
WSR Dramatically sited, late Scottish Gothic with 1876, modelled on ‘Sainte Chapelle’ in Paris.
crown tower with carvings of birds and animals. Containing some of the finest stained-glass in
96. ‘Greek’ Thomson’s Elaborately carved roof timbers and stained the country by Burne-Jones, Cottier and Sadie
Sixty Steps NEW! glass by Gordon Webster. Notable interior McLellan. The congregation has managed to
finely detailed throughout. There will be organ restore six of the large windows; most recently
Kelvinside Terrace South, G20 (off Queen recitals and guided tours will be available with the Teacher Memorial Window by Meikle of
Margaret Drive/Queen Margaret Road) talk about interesting features. Organ recital on Glasgow. With near perfect acoustics, organ
Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson Saturday at 2pm by John Power. music both days, on the ‘Father Willis’ organ. No
Alexander ‘Greek Thomson’s magnificent public Sat 10-4pm access to boiler room. Public worship on Sunday
staircase and monumental retaining wall beside WTESRCYAL 11am until 12noon. All most welcome. After two
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tour E
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years of ongoing major works, all scaffolding Lansdowne Church
now removed. Talks by the conservation
architects on Saturday and also on the stained
glass windows. Organ recital on Sunday at 2pm
by John Power.
Sat & Sun 10-4pm
PWTESRCYDUAML
101. Lansdowne Parish Church

416 Great Western Road, G4 9HZ
John Honeyman 1863
The most striking Gothic Revival church in Glas-
gow: It was designed by John Honeyman and
built for the United Presbyterians in 1862-3. The
church contains stained glass by Alfred Webster
and boasts one of the most slender spires in
Europe. Public access to ground floor only.
Sat & Sun 10-4pm
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102. Mansfield Park

Unit 13, 32 Mansfield Street, G11 5QP
The Family History Society is 33 years old and
has more than 2000 members worldwide.
Resources include census returns and indexes,
old parish registers, monumental inscriptions,
old Post Office directories for Glasgow, historic
maps, gazetteers, research directories, with
many other reference books and CD’s. Let us
show you how to discover your ancestors. Tours
at 10, 12 and 2pm both days. Booking essential
via www.glasgowdoorsopenday.com. Access
is restricted to the premises of the Glasgow &
West of Scotland Family History Society. No
disabled access.
Sat & Sun 10-4pm
PWTE
103. Partick Curling Clubhouse

45 Balshagray Avenue, G11 7EQ (enter via
maintenance area, Victoria Park) work and the organ, by William Hill from 1865, with columned gallery and ornate moulded ceil-
was originally built for St. Peter’s, Anderston. No ing. Also houses the Woodlands Hall. Disabled
1900
disabled access. access via side door on Southpark Avenue.
The clubhouse is a single-storey brick building Sat 10-4pm; Sun 1-4pm Sat 10-4pm; Sun 1-4pm
situated in Victoria Park, built in 1900 to provide WESR WEDU
accommodation for club members and their
curling equipment conveniently adjacent to
the outdoor curling rink. The clubhouse and
105. St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral Wellington Church
rink were the gift of Provost William Kennedy 300 Great Western Road, G4 9JB
of Partick and his two brothers, Hunter and Sir George Gilbert Scott 1871
Johnnie, all club members. Sadly the long cold St Mary’s is one of the city’s best Gothic
winters permitting regular outdoor curling are Revival buildings, constructed by the finest
long gone. Archives, curling equipment and craftsmen available. Most of the stained glass
curling pond all available to view. Stewards was designed by the studios of Hardman, and
available to show archives and curling equip- Clayton & Bell. The church was opened for wor-
ment in clubhouse and store. All located on the ship in 1871 and consecrated in 1884. Nine years
ground floor. later, the imposing spire was finally completed
Sat & Sun 10-4pm to the design of Scott’s son. Cathedral status
PWTESR came in 1908. Open Saturday only. All located
on ground floor.
104. St Bride’s Church Sat 10-4pm
69 Hyndland Road, G12 9UX WSYDUAML
GF Bodley, designed 1903, dedicated 1907
106. Wellington Church
St. Bride’s Episcopal Church was consecrated
77 South Park Avenue, G12 8LE (enter from
in 1915 after 12 years of building and rebuilding.
University Avenue)
There are five beautiful stained glass windows
dating from the 1920s and 30s and a sculpture Thomas L Watson 1883-4
of Our Lady and Child carved by Eric Gill in 1915. Classical exterior with impressive portico
The marble altar features panes of fine mosaic surmounting a flight of steps. Splendid interior
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DoorS Open Day
Allotments
Open Gates 2010
For the first time, 11 of Glasgow’s allotments are taking part in Doors Open Day across the weekend of Sat-
urday 18 and Sunday 19 September. Glimpsed from trains, hidden behind walls, between tenement blocks
and in odd corners of the city, these oases are an important part of the life of plot-holders, their families
and friends. In the early part of the 20th century as landowners provided land for their servants returning
from the war, while the Council created sites for the citizens and manufacturers for their workers.
More recently groups of people bought land for their own allotments and housing associations are incorpo-
rating plots as part of their landscape. Many sites were lost but those remaining are an important part of the
history and fabric of the city. The planting and harvesting of the plots contribute to the social and natural
history of the “dear green place”.
So treat yourself to a free tour of an allotment near you! Enjoy!
Allotments are marked on the map on pages 28-29 by a symbol
Glasgow East 3. Reidvale Community Glasgow North

Allotments
1. High Carntyne Allotments Reidvale Street, G31 (between Thomson St & 5. Hamiltonhill Allotments
Duchray Park, Duchray Street, Riddrie, G33 2DD Sword St) Ellesmere Street, Hamiltonhill, G22 5QT
Established May 2008 Established July 2008 Established by 1933
High Carntyne Allotments have been around The Reidvale Community Allotments are the first A chance to see inside these vibrant and thriving
for more than 70 years and were originally at new allotments created in Glasgow since the allotments, close to the city centre. Walk around
Corston Street, Carntyne. Unfortunately, much to Second World War. They are unusual in having plots and meet members on the allotments.
the Plot-holders dismay, the site was earmarked a street frontage. Reidvale Housing Association There is also a butterfly and wildlife garden
for part of the new East End Regeneration developed the allotments on land leased from with a pond which is open to all as well as a
Route. A new site was built at Duchray Park and the council to establish an adult presence in community garden accessible to the public any
was opened in May 2008. There are 31 individual the area and discourage anti-social behaviour. Saturday afternoon. On-street parking. Please
plots, each with a shed and a greenhouse. We Plots have been allocated to local schools and note: All on level ground but rough paths will
have 29 names on our waiting list. Please note: raised plots are available for elderly or disabled require assistance.
Paths leading from main path into individual residents. The allotments are cultivated and Sat & Sun 10-4pm
allotments will not be open to public. managed by local residents.
Sun 10-4pm
Glasgow South
2. Oatlands Leisure Gardens 4. Westthorn Allotments
London Road, G31 4QA (lane next to Celtic Club)
6. Holmlea Gardens Allotment
Logan Crescent, Oatlands, G5 0HD
Established by 1933 Greenholme Street, Cathcart, G44 4DU
Established March 2010
Established 1908
There have been allotments in Oatlands since Situated beside the Clyde and accessed via
the 1980s. However, the old site is closing and the lane next to the Celtic Supporters Club, Described by members as ‘a wee oasis’,
a new site has been established nearby. Bett Westthorn is unusual in that each plot is secured Holmlea is a small private site of 27 full
Homes has provided the new site and although by its own fence/hedges. It is comprised of allotments, many of which are divided to allow
it is smaller, with 15.5 allotments, each plot has a more than 60 plots. There is a project ongoing more people to have a chance to grow. Holmlea
shed and is fenced off giving the look of a small by Glasgow’s Centre for Contemporary Arts is hidden from view and unknown to many in the
garden. We also have a meeting room which will to develop a large area of land for community south side, other than the regular commuters on
hopefully be finished by September 2010. It is involvement. Westthorn holds an annual show the Cathcart Circle train line. It is a site with a
hoped that we will have a successful harvest to which has been very successful in recent years. very friendly community atmosphere and run
There is currently a waiting list for plots. entirely by its members.
share with our visitors!
Sun 1-4pm
Sat & Sun 10-4pm Sun 10-4pm
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Beechwood Allotment
by Julie Cooper
7. Mansewood Allotments
Mansewood High Park, off Burnfield Road,
G43 1BY
Established post-WW2
Mansewood is currently one of the smallest
sites in the city. It was much larger in the
post-war years, serving many residents of the
local flats. Like many sites, Mansewood became
neglected through the 1990s, but has recently
been reinvigorated with 22 worked plots and
possible plans to expand again.
Sun 10-4pm
8. Queens Park Allotments anything from traditional crops to soft fruit, exotic
Langside Road, G42 9QL Glasgow West vegetables and culinary and medicinal herbs.
There are also many permanent trees and shrubs,
Established 1917
9. Beechwood Allotment making the site an escape from the city. There
The allotments were created circa 1917 and are will be informal tours of the site with background
Beechwood Drive, Broomhill, G11 7HZ
situated in Queens Park on the south side of information and site history. Access will be from
Glasgow. There are 55 full allotments and some Established by 1933
the gate at the top of Beechwood Drive. There is
of these are halved. Plotholders who are present The Beechwood Allotment site sits on the south free parking on the street, but not within the site.
will be happy to talk about their allotment. facing slope of one of Glasgow’s drumlins, in Sat & Sun 10-4pm
Please do not enter individual plots unless the the Broomhill part of the west end. On a clear
plotholder is present. day you can even see Goatfell on Arran from the 10. Kelvinside Allotments
Sun 10-4pm top of the site. The site has 29 plots, growing Julian Avenue, G12 0SH; Mirrlees Drive, G12 0SS
Trinley Brae Allotment Established 1917
by Wendy Smith
Kelvinside Allotments Association has two sites:
one between Julian Avenue and Mirrlees Drive,
the other a few minutes away on Kirklee Road,
on the left just before Kirklee Bridge. The two
sites together contain more than one hundred
plots, where tenants grow a wide range of
allotment staples and some less usual fruit and
vegetables.
Sat 1-4pm
11. Trinley Brae Allotments

Knightswood Road, G13 2HH
Established pre-WW2 and 1970s (2 halves)
A diverse community, bringing together young
and old, sharing a passion for growing their own.
Supporting wildlife and biodiversity is a key
trend at TBA – we have a wildlife plot, several
ponds, bug habitats, wildlife-friendly plants, and
are sited adjacent to a council meadow planting
scheme. Every plot has its own character and
charm so come along and meet the people that
created them. There will be a display of the
site history, activities for children, plant sales,
an allotment show and refreshments including
home baking made with our own produce!
Sat & Sun 10-4pm
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DoorS Open Day
Heritage tours
Any day Saturday, September 18
Glasgow: City of Light Hyndland
City Chambers Set on a steep hillside facing west, Hyndland retains much of its Edwardian
grandeur. Join Ann Laird for a tour of some of Glasgow’s most impressive
tenemental streets, sweeping crescents and richly endowed public build-
ings. Booking essential, maximum 20 people.
Meeting point: Clarence Drive at Dudley Drive
Saturday 10am
Glasgow Slavery and the Abolition Movement

This walk, guided by Stephen Mullen, takes the audience on an historical
journey of discovery through Glasgow’s mercantile past and examines
the connections with tobacco, slavery and the abolition movement.
This is demonstrated today by Glasgow’s built heritage, which provides
an extraordinary insight into the role of slavery in the city’s economic
development. This built heritage also illustrates how individuals and
organisations worked towards the abolition of the despicable trade in
In the past seven years, Glasgow’s after dark appearance has improved
human misery. Booking essential. This walk is also available as a podcast,
immensely as the City’s lighting strategy continues to celebrate Glasgow’s
downloadable from www.gbpt.org. Maximum 25 people.
fine architectural heritage, fragments of its industrial past and recent
regeneration. Discover these highlights for yourself by creating your own Meeting point: The Tobacco Merchants House, 42 Miller Street, G1 1DT
evening tour using information provided at www.glasgow.gov.uk/cityoflight Sat/Sun 11am and 2pm each day
or in the strategy leaflet available from Glasgow Building Preservation
Trust, www.gbpt.org. Self-guided tour. World Tour of West End
From dusk The professionals and merchants of Victorian Glasgow who extended the
city westward were determined to emulate the finest European architec-
Thursday, September 16 ture in their homes, places of worship and public buildings. Historian and
west end resident David Martin will explain how all this variety comes
Maryhill together. Booking essential, maximum 20 people.
Combining work by many of Glasgow’s leading architects, including
Meeting point: Gates of Botanic Gardens, at Queen Margaret Drive/Great
Mackintosh, with housing from all eras from Victorian to post-war, Maryhill
Western Road
retains a distinctive community identity and some of Glasgow’s best-kept
Saturday 11am
historical secrets. This varied walk will include Maryhill itself, the canal that
made the area, and even some buildings that no longer exist. Crosshill
www.maryhillburghhalls.org.uk. Booking essential, maximum 20 people.
Boasting some of Glasgow’s most dramatic and distinctive tenements,
Meeting point: Entrance courtyard to Maryhill Leisure Centre, Gairbraid this community, set beside Queen’s Park, has always been favoured by the
Avenue, Maryhill city’s commuters. Tour led by renowned historian Roger Guthrie. Booking
Thursday, 6.30pm; Saturday 18th, 3pm essential. Maximum 20 people.
Meeting point: Queen’s Park Gates, at Victoria Road/Queen’s Drive
Respecting the Past, Embracing the Future
Saturday 11am
A guided tour starting from George Square including Buchanan Street and
beyond, with a focus on the redevelopment of historical and landmark Resurrecting History - The Southern Necropolis
buildings which have played a key role in Glasgow’s modern economic Colin Mackie, aka The Happy Reaper, will take you on a journey of
development. Leading planners from the city council will explain how they enlightenment through the Southern Necropolis Cemetery situated on the
manage the city’s historic buildings, how they work to ensure sympathetic Caledonia Road in the Gorbals. No booking required.
adaption for new uses and illustrate how contemporary development is
Meeting point: The Gatehouse, Caledonia Road
shaping the city for the 21st century, while still responding to the city’s
Sat/Sun 12pm
traditional form. The tour will last approximately 90 minutes. The walk is
sponsored by the Royal Town Planning Institute and is a celebration of RTPI Calton Heritage Trail: East End Part 1
in Scotland’s 80th anniversary. Booking essential, Maximum 20 people.
How many A & B listed buildings and monuments do you think there
Meeting point: front of Glasgow City Chambers, George Square G2 1DU are in Bridgeton and Calton? Would you be surprised to find there are
Thursday, 6.30pm (also on Saturday & Sunday) more than 60? GCC’s Devleopment and Regeneration Services and Land
Except where indicated, bookings should be made at www.glasgowdoorsopenday.com or by calling 0141 221 6061
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and Environmental Services have prepared a fascinating heritage trail of
Landmarks and the World in the City
the East End marking out the discernable beauty of some of the finest
buildings in Scotland. The trail will also incorporate a brief history of the This walking tour visits Beaux Arts Paris, Italian palazzos, an Athenian
weavers with a 19th-Century map and history of some 40 weaving mills temple, a Dutch canal house, American elevator buildings and even a
and plants in the east end. The Calton element of this trail will provide a Corbusian Marseilles’ rooftop - all on an easy stroll round central Glasgow.
map of more than 30 listed buildings, including their history and exquisite Tour led by historian Neil Baxter, Secretary & Treasurer of The Royal
architectural designs. Taking about two hours and including the People’s Incorporation of Architects in Scotland. Booking essential, maximum 20
Palace and Doulton Fountain, through St Andrew’s in the Square, the people.
Barras, Abercromby Street cemetery and another 25 hidden gems. Book- Meeting point: Cenotaph, George Square
ing essential, maximum 20 people. Saturday 4pm
Meeting point: Glasgow Cross
Saturday 2pm Sunday, September 19
Respecting the Past, Embracing the Future Lansdowne and its Church
A guided tour starting from George Square including Buchanan Street and
beyond, with a focus on the redevelopment of historical and landmark
buildings which have played a key role in Glasgow’s modern economic
development. Leading planners from the city council will explain how they
manage the city’s historic buildings, how they work to ensure sympathetic
adaption for new uses and illustrate how contemporary development is
shaping the city for the 21st century, while still responding to the city’s
traditional form. The tour will last approximately 90 minutes. The walk is
sponsored by the Royal Town Planning Institute and is a celebration of RTPI
in Scotland’s 80th anniversary. Booking essential, maximum 20 people.
Meeting point: front of Glasgow City Chambers, George Square G2 1DU
Saturday 2pm (also on Thursday & Sunday)
Clyde Waterfront River Trip

The River Clyde has always played an important role in the history of
Glasgow. It is often said, ‘Glasgow made the Clyde and the Clyde
made Glasgow.’ This trip will give you an opportunity to explore some of
the history of the Clyde during a 90 minute return cruise (with
commentary) from the Pacific Quay pontoon to Clydebank. Hear about the
regeneration plans worth £5-6bn (over 20-25 years) that involves linking
past and future. The Clyde Waterfront Partnership has developed a
heritage guide to ensure that the new developments, landscape, rich Conservation expert David Martin visits Lansdowne Church at
history and important heritage sites along the river are recognised. Visit Kelvinbridge and examines other local architecture including Lansdowne
www.clydewaterfrontheritage.com for more information on this heritage Crescent nearby. Currently ‘at risk’, Lansdowne Church requires funding
project or visit www.clydewaterfront.com to find out more about Clyde to secure the future of its landmark spire and world-class stained glass.
Waterfront Regeneration. Booking essential, maximum 200 people. Booking essential, maximum 20 people.
Meeting point: The Crowne Plaza Pontoon, Congress Road G3 8QT Meeting point: Steps outside Church, at Great Western Road & North
Saturday 2pm Woodside Road
Sunday 11am
Dennistoun
Alexander Dennistoun of Golfhill’s grand estate was originally scheduled to Scotstoun, Victoria Park, Whiteinch
become a new middle-class suburb. However, as the 19th century ended, Led by Sandra Malcolm, local historian and author of “Old Scotstoun and
pressure to house Glasgow’s huge influx of workers forced much higher Whiteinch”, this walk will explore the area and its extraordinary legacy of
density development, creating this community’s extraordinary variety. Led different and distinctive historical eras, including for example Victorian
by Roger Guthrie. Booking essential. Maximum 20 people. heavy industry, Edwardian and 20th-Century villas. A useful context for
understanding the rest of the west end. Booking essential, maximum 20
Meeting point: Westercraigs at Annfield Place
people.
Saturday 2pm
Meeting point: Scotstoun Primary School, Duncan Avenue G14 9HN
Pollokshields Tour Sunday 11am
A bus tour of highlights of the UK’s original, biggest and best planned
garden suburb, including a variety of the splendid houses, elegant Best West End Tenements
tenemental streets and impressive public buildings of this large conserva- Ann Laird, local historian and Friends of Glasgow West convenor, visits a
tion area with Karin Currie & Niall Murphy of Pollokshields Heritage - selection of the west end’s 40 ‘listed’ Victorian and Edwardian tenements,
approximately 90 minutes. Booking essential, maximum 20 people. including Avril Paton’s famous “Windows in the West”. Booking essential,
Meeting point: outside Maxwell Park Station maximum 20 people.
Saturday 2pm Meeting point: Clouston Street at Garrioch Road
Sunday 11am
Maryhill
Combining work by many of Glasgow’s leading architects, including Echoes of Empire Part 1: Buchanan Street
Mackintosh, with housing from all eras from Victorian to post-war, Maryhill With its superb Victorian, Edwardian and early 20th-Century commercial
retains a distinctive community identity and some of Glasgow’s best-kept architecture, Buchanan Street is undoubtedly Glasgow’s best street,
historical secrets. This varied walk will include Maryhill itself, the canal that recognised as such through numerous accolades. Architect Niall Murphy
made the area, and even some buildings that no longer exist. guides a tour explaining the street’s history and evolution, architectural
www.maryhillburghhalls.org.uk. Booking essential, maximum 20 people. highlights and what the future might hold. Booking essential, maximum
Meeting point: Entrance courtyard to Maryhill Leisure Centre, Gairbraid 25 people.
Avenue, Maryhill Meeting point: Royal Concert Hall steps, Buchanan Street.
Saturday 3pm (also on Thursday) Sunday 11am
23
Glasgow Slavery and the Abolition Movement Bridgeton Heritage Trail: East End Part 2
This walk, guided by Stephen Mullen, takes the audience on an historical The Bridgeton element of this trail will take about an hour and a half
journey of discovery through Glasgow’s mercantile past and examines to walk and will include another 30 treasures such as the Greenhead
the connections with tobacco, slavery and the abolition movement. Works, Templeton’s Tullis Street Memorial Garden, the Olympia Cinema,
This is demonstrated today by Glasgow’s built heritage, which provides the iconic Umbrella at the cross and another 25 impressive buildings and
an extraordinary insight into the role of slavery in the city’s economic monuments. Booking essential, maximum 20 people.
development. This built heritage also illustrates how individuals and
Meeting point: outside People’s Palace
organisations worked towards the abolition of the despicable trade in
Sunday 2pm
human misery. Booking essential. This walk is also available as a podcast,
downloadable from www.gbpt.org. Maximum 25 people. Partick
Meeting point: The Tobacco Merchants House, 42 Miller Street, G1 1DT Much of present day Partick reflects the endeavour of the industrialists
Sat/Sun 11am & 2pm each day and entrepreneurs of the Victorian era. However this is a place of ancient
history, kings, bishops, mills, shipwrights and taverns. Tour led by historian
Walmer Crescent and heritage consultant Gordon Urquhart. Booking essential, maximum
Among Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson’s achievements was the creation 20 people.
of some of Glasgow’s most remarkable housing. Walmer Crescent is a
remarkable survival of extraordinary scale and grandeur in an unexpected Meeting point: (Old) Museum of Transport, Bunhouse Road G3 8DP
setting. Booking essential, maximum 20 people. Sunday 2pm
Meeting point: Walmer Crescent at Cessnock Underground entrance Dumbreck and Hazelwood
Sunday 11am A-listed Craigie Hall with a general overview of Dumbreck, its history
and current boundaries. John Thomson leads a walk along Rowan Road
Resurrecting History - The Southern Necropolis tracing the moves of Sir Thomas Mason, looking at the architecture and
Colin Mackie, aka The Happy Reaper, will take you on a journey of concentrating on the subtle differences between George Hamilton and
enlightenment through the Southern Necropolis Cemetery situated on the J Marr. During the walk you will look at other styles and view outside
Caledonia Road in the Gorbals. No booking required. Hamilton’s own house in Melfort Avenue, continuing into Hazelwood
Meeting point: The Gatehouse, Caledonia Road where Mason once lived and follow Hamilton to the listed Hazelwood
Sat/Sun 12pm House where he built small “electric” houses in the grounds. Booking
essential, maximum 20 people.
Women of the Necropolis Walking Tour
Meeting point: Craigie Hall, 6 Rowan Road G41 5BS
Launch Event. Be one of the first to experience this fantastic new women’s Sunday 2pm
history walking tour that digs the dirt on Victorian society, unearths
women’s achievements and exhumes the history of some of the women Respecting the Past, Embracing the Future
buried in the Necropolis. Booking essential at www.womenslibrary.org.uk. A guided tour starting from George Square including Buchanan Street and
Maximum 25 people. Duration 2 hours. beyond, with a focus on the redevelopment of historical and landmark
Meeting point given at booking confirmation buildings which have played a key role in Glasgow’s modern economic
Sunday 1pm development. Leading planners from the city council will explain how they
manage the city’s historic buildings, how they work to ensure sympathetic
Cart Blanche adaption for new uses and illustrate how contemporary development is
Guided four mile walk along the White Cart Water from Pollok House, jewel shaping the city for the 21st century, while still responding to the city’s
of the Pollok Estate, via Newlands, Millbrae and the Snuff Mill to Holmwood traditional form. The tour will last approximately 90 minutes. The walk
House, Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson’s masterpiece. Explore the extraordinary is sponsored by the Royal Town Planning Institute and is a celebration
heritage of Glasgow’s south side waterway with Roger Guthrie. Tea avail- of RTPI in Scotland’s 80th anniversary. Booking essential, maximum 20
able at Holmwood House. Free bus service returns to Pollok House. Stout people.
shoes recommended. Booking essential, maximum 20 people, no dogs.
Meeting point: front of Glasgow City Chambers, George Square G2 1DU
Meeting point: Courtyard, Pollok House Sunday 2pm (also on Thursday & Saturday)
Sunday 1.30pm
Echoes of Empire Part 2: The Western City Centre
1820 Martyrs Sighthill Monument The western city centre contains some of Glasgow’s greatest buildings,
John Baird and Andrew Hardie, leaders in the Radical War of 1820, are including Central Station, The Hatrack, the Egyptian Halls, and St Vincent
interred in the cemetery. They were hanged and beheaded in Stirling Street Church, while its grid of streets gives a distinct American flavour.
for treason. Representatives of the 1820 Society will relate the history of Join architect Niall Murphy for a walking tour exploring this key part
the monument and the part played by Baird and Hardie in the turbulent of the least British of the British cities! Booking essential, maximum 25
events of 1820. www.the1820society.150m.com people.
Meeting point: Sighthill Cemetery (main gate), Springburn Meeting point: Central Station, Gordon Street entrance
Sunday 2pm Sunday 2pm
Land and Environmental Services Heritage Walks

Glasgow City Council’s Land and Environmental Queens Park: Saturday, 11am containing a wealth of information, available
Services (LES) are also providing a number Linn Park: Saturday, 2pm to download from www.glasgow.gov.uk/en/
of Guided Heritage Walks led by Community Call 0141 276 1479 to book Residents/Parks_Outdoors/HeritageTrails
Action Team staff. Please note that places are Springburn Park: Saturday, 11am & 1pm The Council’s Park Initiative is also centred on
limited to 20 per tour and booking is essential. Call 0141 287 9040 to book twinning Glasgow’s parks and schools with
Meeting point will be advised at time of book- countries of the Commonwealth as part of
ing confirmation. Kelvingrove Park: Saturday, 11am; Sunday, 1pm
the introduction to, and legacy of, the 2014
Call 0141 287 9342 to book
Commonwealth Games. The following are
The Necropolis: Thursday, 12 & 6pm; Friday, George Square: Saturday, 10am; Sunday, 1pm designated as Commonwealth Parks: Glasgow
12pm; Monday 20, 12 & 6pm Call 0141 287 5149 to book Green, Tollcross Park, Provan Hall/Auchinlea,
Hogganfield, Botanic Gardens, Queens Park,
Glasgow Green: Saturday, 10am; Sunday, 2pm
Pollok Park, Bellahouston Park, Linn Park and
Tollcross Park: Saturday, 2pm; Sunday, 10am LES have a number of Heritage Trails many
Springburn Park.
Booking at www.glasgowdoorsopenday.com of which have free, colour booklets available
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DoorS Open Day
The Glasgow House
People in Glasgow can get a sneak preview of the house of the future at and other trades, as well as training
this year’s Glasgow Doors Open Day. in micro-renewable skills such as
Glasgow Housing Association (GHA) has teamed up with PRP Architects solar heating and air source heat
and City Building to build four prototypes of the innovative Glasgow pumps. Places on the tour will be
House, which features high levels of insulation, low energy running costs very limited so booking at
and simple technology. They will be opening to the public for the first www.glasgowdoorsopenday.com is
essential.
time on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 September.
99 Norfolk Street (near Bridge St
Visitors can take a tour of the homes frame. The low energy bills are
subway), G5 9QE (No. 65 on map)
and learn from the young appren- achieved through high levels of
tices who built them how the houses insulation, windows and rooms Sat 10-1; Sun 1-4
can dramatically reduce fuel bills and which capture the energy of the sun, PWTESYDUM
tackle fuel poverty. efficient heating systems and solar
thermal panels on the roof. There will be a joint presentation
The four three-bedroom, semi- by GHA and City Building on
detached, prototype homes have Included in the tour will be entry “The Glasgow House” on Tuesday
been built at City Building’s Skills to City Building’s state-of-the-art 14th September at 11.30am at St.
Academy in Laurieston. Two are Skills Academy, where more than Andrew’s in the Square (see Heritage
built using hollow clay bricks and 70 apprentices learn craft skills in Events, page 31 for further details).
two using a more traditional timber joinery, plumbing, electrical, painting
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DoorS Open Day
College campuses
Anniesland College North Glasgow College
Langside College
John Wheatley College
One of the features of this year’s Glasgow Doors Open Day is the par- Anniesland (building 88), John
ticipation of four colleges across the city to promote training, skills and Wheatley, East End Campus (build-
employability. This is a great opportunity to see around the state-of-the- ing 47), Langside (building 75) and
art campuses of Anniesland, John Wheatley (East End Campus), Langside North Glasgow (building 55).
and North Glasgow Colleges.
On Thursday 16th September,
Guided tours will be available to College is open on Wednesday 15th Glasgow Metropolitan College
give visitors an insight into the September ONLY and is not open will be launching its Centre for
innovative facilities offered by the on Saturday and Sunday while Traditional Building. Visitors will be
colleges. John Wheatley College will Anniesland College, Langside and able to try their hand at practical
also be providing skills demonstra- John Wheatley (East End Campus) skills and find out more about
tions including traditional roof are open on Saturday ONLY. carrying out traditional building
slating. See the individual building entries projects. For more details see
Please note that North Glasgow for more details on each college, Heritage Events on page 32.
Except where indicated, bookings can be made at www.glasgowdoorsopenday.com or by calling 0141 221 6061
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DoorS Open Day
Heritage events
Glasgow City Heritage Trust City Chambers
presents “Victorian Glasgow”

GCHT, 54 Bell St, Glasgow G1 1LQ
Mon-Fri, 10-4pm.
Glasgow is famous for its Victorian architecture
and has been called “the greatest Victorian
city in the world”. Cameras in hand, children
from four schools across the city went out to
explore and photograph the beautiful Victorian
architecture in their local areas.Pop in and see a
selection of the results!
www.glasgowheritage.org.uk
St Andrew’s in the Square:

free drop-in sessions
St Andrew’s in the Square, G1 5PP
Tuesday
These are free drop-in sessions so come along
to one or as many as you like.
9.45 - 10.30am Allotments: The People’s

Gardens
Glasgow plot-holders describe the history of
their sites. These hidden oases are an integral
part of a rich urban built environment, as
category, and a Supreme Award. Talks on
important for tenement communities as gardens Historic Glasgow “People and
the history of the awards and award-winning
are for suburban dwellers. Place”: drop-in free event buildings from 2009 will be given. These include
‘Historic Glasgow’, City Chambers, G2 1DU a detailed description of the complex restoration
10.30 - 11.30am The Clyde: Two presentations Tuesday 12-3.30pm of the Victorian Fernery at Benmore Botanic
This year the event is taking the theme ‘People Garden by architect Michael Thornley and
‘ From Fishing Lines to Shipping Lines’ -
and Place’ and looks at how people have the creative re-use of 103 Trongate as an arts
a Short History of the Clyde
interpreted their environment, inspiring others resource for Glasgow by John Docherty of Elder
Evelyn Silber traces the changing face of the
to explore the cultural heritage of Glasgow. The and Cannon.
river and riverside communities from middle event will give visitors the opportunity to find An exhibition illustrating the range of buildings
ages to early 20th century. out about innovative projects which investigate submitted for the 2009 GIA Awards will be on
Clyde Waterfront: ‘A River Reborn’ the history and archaeology of the city. Speakers display.
Over 20-25 years an estimated £5-6 billion of will explore a number of subjects relating to
public and private investment will regenerate heritage projects connected with the city. Come Scottish Stone Liaison Group:
20km of the River Clyde. This presentation by along listen to the speakers and browse the Annual Lecture & Technical
Clyde Waterfront Partnership will provide an stalls packed with heritage information. Updates
overview of the extensive regeneration of the City Halls, Recital Room, Glasgow
Waterfront. Glasgow Institute of Architects Wednesday, 3-7pm
Drinks reception, buffet and prize draw.
11.30 - 12.30 The Glasgow House: Tuesday, 7-8.45pm
This is a special event and there is a fee of £20 –
A prototype house featuring low energy running Glasgow Institute of Architects represents the four talks for the price of one!
costs achieved through high standards of insula- architectural profession in the west of Scotland,
tion and simple technology. A joint presentation and since 1977 has presented Annual Design Annual Lecture Gareth Hoskins, OBE, director
with GHA and City Building will expand on Awards celebrating buildings - new and adapted of award-winning architectural practice Gareth
this unique partnership which resulted in a for re-use - that express good design in terms of Hoskins Architects, will talk about their work
joint project by GHA and City Building using function and effectiveness. on historic buildings including redevelopment
apprentices from City Building’s Skills Academy. Recently GIA introduced a conservation of the National Museum of Scotland, and new
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St Andrew’s in the Square Town Planning Event
and Landmark Launch
Friday
10-11am A History of Town Planning
Roger Kelly, past convenor of the Royal Town
Planning Institute, presents a fascinating talk on
the history of town planning in Scotland, based
around the exhibition which you can see and/or
download at www.kosmoid.net/planning/legacy.
The exhibition was launched at a reception in
the Scottish Parliament on 19th May 2010.
11-12pm Glasgow Landmarks Launch

This new, city-wide scheme will celebrate
Glasgow’s best buildings in a series of trails,
online and published information and with
plaques marking the “Top 50”. St Andrew’s will
be the first plaque to be unveiled. Led by Neil
Baxter, Secretary & Treasurer of the RIAS.
‘Greek’ Thomson’s Sixty Steps
projects, including one-off houses that explore Metropolitan College, 60 North Hanover Street,
the use of stone as a key material. G1 2BP
Thursday, 10-4pm
Technical Updates Ian Hamilton, GIA Conserva-
Come and try your hand at practical skills, pick
tion and Sustainable Architecture Committee.
up some free advice leaflets and meet people
(Con-Sus). How you can be part of this joint ven-
who can help you find out more about carrying
ture between Architects & Contractors to ensure
out traditional building projects at the launch of
excellence in Conservation and Sustainability.
the Centre for Traditional Building.
Peter Harrison - New Eurocodes: Legal Obliga- For more information please contact Alison
tions and Contractual Implications. How the new McCandlish on 0141 566 4191 or e-mail alison.
regulations may impact on use of natural stone. mccandlish@glasgowmet.ac.uk. Further informa-
tion available online at www.glasgowmet.ac.uk
Colin Tennant - Natural Stone and Sustainability. or www.historic-scotland.gov.uk
Latest thinking on how indigenous stone can
help you produce a ‘sustainable’ development. Building Preservation Trusts:
What do they do and how do
To book, email jane.milroy@sslg.co.uk. Enquiries: they do it?
SSLG, 16 Rocks Road, Charlestown, Fife
KY11 3EN. Tel: 01334 872006
Wednesday, 9.45-4.45pm
Glasgow City Heritage Trust The event is free and open to all. It is suitable
September Lecture for both professional and non-professional
Kelvin Stevenson Church, 62 Belmont Street/99
audiences and anyone with an interest in historic
GCHT, 54 Bell St, Glasgow, G1 1LQ Garriochmill Road (nr Kelvinbridge subway)
buildings and the environment. Please book to
Wednesday, 7-8.45pm G20 6JR
assist with refreshment needs: 0141 221 6061 or
Kick-starting the autumn season of GCHT’s www.glasgowdoorsopenday.com. Friday, 7.30-8.30pm
ever-popular evening heritage lecture series, Historian Gordon Urquhart presents an
come along on Wednesday for an evening Glasgow Building Preservation Trust presents a illustrated talk on one of the hidden gems of
looking at heritage and architecture in the city. full day event (in association with the Institute of the west end, Alexander “Greek” Thomson’s
Places are free and on a first-come, first-served Historic Building Conservation and Strathclyde magnificent public staircase and monumental
basis, call 0141 552 1331 or email info@glasgow Building Preservation Trust) looking in detail at retaining wall beside the River Kelvin. This
heritage.org.uk to reserve your place. Visit www. the fascinating and invaluable work of Scottish unusual edifice is owned by the local com-
glasgowheritage.org.uk for further information Building Preservation Trusts (BPTs) over the munity, who have ambitious plans to restore this
and speaker details. past 25 years which has given a new lease of life treasure to its former glory.
to some of Scotland’s most important historic
Church Windows buildings at risk. Reclaim the Streets for People
Lansdowne Church, 416 Gt Western Rd, G4 9HZ Eminent speakers from a range of organisa- James Morrison Street Party
Wednesday, 7.30-8.30pm tions including the Association of Preservation Glasgow Cross
David Robertson of Four Acres Trust will give Trusts Scotland, Scottish Civic Trust, Historic Saturday, 10-4pm
an illustrated lecture on aspects of two of Scotland and Ecotec Consultants (who recently
Weather dependent. The creative cluster around
Glasgow’s magnificent church interiors including completed a review of Scotland’s BPTs) will
Glasgow Cross is hosting a street party in James
the Alf Webster windows at Lansdowne, and share their knowledge and experiences with
Morrison Street to reclaim the street for people
Daniel Cottier’s windows and interior design at the audience. The afternoon session will be
and transform it into a vibrant public space for
the Cottier Theatre. No booking required. dedicated to showcasing a variety of past, cur-
the day. There will be design workshops, talks,
rent and future building projects including The
street games and a chance to express your
Skills Old School, Campbeltown, and Maryhill Burgh
views. See www.glasgowdoorsopenday.com for
Centre for Traditional Building, Glasgow Halls, Glasgow.
updates.
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DoorS Open Day
Competitions
‘Your Doors Open Day 2010’ Building
Photographic Competition Bagging
We want you to capture what Doors Open Day 2010 means to you! This How many buildings can you visit
year we have three categories for our Photography Competition: in one weekend?
Over 18s, 12 to 18 year olds and Under 12s. Win five complimentary tickets to
Sloans popular Friday night ceilidh
in their magnificent Ballroom. Take
along four friends and have a fun
night in fabulous surroundings!
There are wonderful prizes...

Over 18s: An overnight stay
including full Scottish breakfast
for two at the dazzling, newly
renovated, Grand Central Hotel
on Gordon Street (above)
12 to 18 year olds: A Family
HOW TO ENTER: Simply visit as many
Panto ticket to see ‘Flo White’ buildings as you can manage over the
at the historic Tron Theatre, Doors Open weekend and ask a member
Trongate of staff on site to sign your programme
Under 12s: A Family Panto ticket – over the relevant entry. Then send us a
note of how many buildings you ‘bagged’
to see ‘Snow White’ at the
by email to rosie@gbpt.org quoting
fantastic King’s Theatre on Bath ‘Building Bagging’. We will invite the
Street winner to submit their programme for
verification. In the event of a draw, a tie-
HOW TO ENTER: Please submit entries with a suitable caption electronically in JPEG break question will determine the winner.
format to info@gbpt.org or in hard copy to GBPT, 42 Miller Street, G1 1DT no later Good luck!
than 12 noon on Friday 1st October 2010, stating which category you’re entering,
Note: only bona fide visits qualify – running into a
either Over 18s, 12-18s or under 12s. It would help if you could email a low-resolution building, bagging a signature and running out is
JPEG and if shortlisted we will ask for a full size image. not acceptable – staff will be asked only to sign for
Maximum of 5 images per person. legitimate visitors.
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DoorS Open Day
Bus tours
Open Topped City Centre Bus Tour East End Shuttle Bus South West Glasgow Tour Bus
£3.50 pp guided tour Free Free
On Saturday and Sunday, journey through seven A bus will leave from the front of City Chambers Glasgow Community Planning Partnership
centuries of Glasgow’s architectural history on on the hour from 10am until 3pm, which will drop (South West) is delighted to announce that
our special City Sightseeing bus. A ticket will you at Provan Hall (building no. 50), where you they are running free, guided bus tours within
entitle you to hop on and hop off at any of the will be able to collect a community bus which will the south west of the city over Doors Open
six special stops. The bus will depart from in take you on a tour of Doors Open venues in east weekend. Look for the symbol throughout
front of the City Chambers on George Square Glasgow. Buses return to City Chambers, depart- the brochure.
at the following times: 10 and 11am, and 12, 2, ing from Provan Hall on the half hour, although This exciting development is planned to
3, and 4pm. the last bus will leave at 4pm. Easterhouse is also showcase the 22 venues within the south west
Tour is as follows (stops in brackets); West well served with a regular bus service. area that are part of Doors Open Day, as well as
side of George Square (1); George St.; North providing a live commentary of other historical
Frederick St.; Cathedral St.; Castle St.; High St. Castlemilk Shuttle Bus buildings and developments in the area. It is
(2); Gallowgate; London Road; St Andrew’s Free hoped that vintage buses will be provided.
Square (3); St Andrews St.; Saltmarket; Trongate A bus will take you to see the multi-award-win- Details will appear on www.glasgowdoorsopen-
(4); Stockwell St.; Howard St.; Dunlop St.; Clyde ning Castlemilk Stables (building no. 60). Buses day.com in September.
St.; York St. (5); Argyle St.; Hope St.; St Vincent depart from outside Glasgow City Chambers on
St.; Douglas St. (6); Sauchiehall St.; Blythswood George Square at the following times:
St.; West George St.; George Square (7).
George Sq depart......................10am............ 1.30pm
Please note: these tickets cannot be used on Castlemilk Stables arrive.........10.30am...... 2.00pm
regular City Sightseeing services.
Castlemilk depart......................11.45am...... 3.15pm For details of free buses, visit www.glasgowcpp.
George Sq arrive........................12.15pm...... 3.45pm org.uk and click the South West local team link
Castlemilk is also well served with a regular bus or call 0141 276 9890.
service.
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Photograph: Gartnavel Royal Hospital Chapel , Gill Stewart, GBPT
Glaswegians!
Be part of the Glasgow Building Preservation Team!
Glasgow Doors Open Day is remarkable tenements, industrial Stables, Kirkhaven Church and St.
brought to you by Glasgow buildings, churches, docklands, Andrew’s in the Square.
Building Preservation Trust. shops, museums and parks built Glasgow knows that by looking
We were set up 28 years ago to around the River Clyde. Glasgow’s after our built heritage we
save Glasgow’s biggest asset - its most well known architects, generate fresh investment and
great architecture. Run by 10 Charles Rennie Mackintosh and create a stronger, better city where
enthusiastic Glasgow citizens - the Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson, people want to visit, live, work and
are now widely understood play.
voluntary board, and six equally
and celebrated. However, along
enthusiastic staff, we and our Why not join us? For more
with this legacy comes a heavy
members are committed to saving information visit www.gbpt.org or
responsibility to maintain and look
the built heritage of Glasgow for www.glasgowdoorsopenday.com or
after our buildings.
future generations to enjoy. call us for an application form on
Our charity spends its energy 0141 221 6061
The Trust has organised Doors finding new ways of saving
Open Day for 21 years and the our built heritage by restoring or tear off the slip below and
increasing size of the event them and giving them a new become a champion for Glasgow’s
reflects the growing interest in our use. Among our award-winning built environment.
magnificent city, by its citizens and buildings we have saved are some John Entwistle
visitors alike. that you will know: The Tobacco Chair, Glasgow Building
Glasgow is a unique city with Merchant’s House, Castlemilk Preservation Trust
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DoorS Open Day

16. Glasgow School of Art

19. Grand Central Hotel NEW!

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The Mitchell Library

12 Nelson Mandela Place, G2 1BT

30. Royal Highland

36. St Mungo’s Church

37. St Vincent Street Free Church

39. The Trades Hall of Glasgow

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57. BBC Scotland (demolished 1960’s) dates back to the 1750s.

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concert hall, theatre, café and meeting rooms. A

25 Albert Drive, G41 2PE

87. United Reform Church

83. South Shawlands Parish Church

92. Civil Ceremony Suites

93. Cottier Theatre

second phase in June 2010, ready to welcome

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101. Lansdowne Parish Church

102. Mansfield Park

103. Partick Curling Clubhouse

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Glasgow East 3. Reidvale Community Glasgow North

11. Trinley Brae Allotments

Glasgow Slavery and the Abolition Movement

Clyde Waterfront River Trip

Land and Environmental Services Heritage Walks

The Glasgow House

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John Wheatley College

presents “Victorian Glasgow”

St Andrew’s in the Square:

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