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DoorS Open Day Glasgow’s Built Heritage Festival
15-16 September
2012
Access to 100 buildings, with walks, tours, talks & special events all for FREE! in association with
DoorS Open Day Glasgow’s Built Heritage Festival
Glasgow’s Doors Welcome to Glasgow Doors Open Day 2012! Join us this September to celebrate Glasgow’s buildings, parks, streets, architecture, history and people. This is our 23rd year of Glasgow Doors Open Day and we have gained access for you into some of Glasgow’s most exciting buildings, along with a week full of talks, walks and events. From Monday 10th until Friday 14th, talks, events and seminars will be taking place. During the weekend of Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th you can see 100 buildings, and join over 50 walks, tours, talks and events all completely FREE! We have even found 24 NEW venues, including the recently refurbished Maryhill Burgh Halls!
Star Attractions in 2012: uu Glasgow
School of Art award winning student guided walking tours! (page 7) uu Maryhill Burgh Halls £9.5million refurbishment (page 11) uu The Whisky Bond, Glasgow’s largest & newest cultural venue (page 11) uu Albert Drive Studios - impressive Victorian villa (page 11) uu Govanhill Baths unique Wellbeing Centre and soon to be learners pool! (page 13)
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Street School Museum actor led sessions. Experience what it was like to be at school in Victorian times, during WWII and in the swinging 60s! (page 15) uu Maggie’s Gartnavel, shortlisted for Design Awards (page 17) uu City Centre Cinemas walk: past present & future - learn about Glasgow’s cinema history (page 24)
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Festival Tours, bringing to life Glasgow’s East End (pages 25/27) uu 12/75 North Glasgow Arts Bus Route - a unique display of commissioned public art (page 26) uu The Stories Behind Glasgow’s Street Names - plus many more inspiring and informative talks (page 28).
Celebrations! uu The
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Arches 21st Birthday (page 5) College of Physicians & Surgeons mark the 100th anniversary of Joseph Lister’s death (1827-1912) (page 7)
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Bridge Club 80th birthday (page 15) University of Glasgow Vet School’s 150th Anniversary (page 18) uu Victoria Park Birthday Tour (page 25).
Plan your FREE weekend by browsing the brochure or go online at glasgowdoorsopenday.com 98. Western Baths
34. Trades Hall of Glasgow
40. Provan Hall
Thank you…
are Open! 52. The Burrell Collection
Glasgow Building Preservation Trust raises the necessary funds to organise & coordinate Glasgow Doors Open Day. Huge thanks go to Glasgow City Council, and the many other supporters and sponsors that enable the event to be delivered for free year after year! In particular, the following organisations…
Essential information Go online to get more! The programme may be subject to change, so make sure you stay up to date with the latest news, festival updates and newly added events by following us on Twitter: twitter.com/GlasgowDOD and on Facebook: facebook.com/GlasgowDoors OpenDays
51. BBC Scotland (Tom Donald)
And don’t forget that fuller listings of all the events are on our website, at glasgowdoorsopenday.com We are part of National and International Doors Open Days! Doors Open Days take place throughout Scotland and are part of European Heritage Days. Information about the national programme can be found at scottishcivictrust.org.uk/doorsopendays
How to book Some of the buildings, tours, talks & events require you to book. This is specified under the event listing along with the contact number, email or website.
and also… CBC Stone, Clydeport Ltd, French Duncan LLP, Austin-Smith: Lord LLP, Glasgow Fort
Special thanks to the countless volunteers, venues, walk leaders, speakers and organisers for their hard work and dedication to Glasgow’s built heritage.
Contact us We want to hear your comments, thoughts & suggestions. Fill out our visitor survey online! Glasgow Building Preservation Trust Room 16, Wellpark Enterprise Centre, 120 Sydney Street, Glasgow G31 1JF
Tel: 0141 554 4411 e: doorsopenday@gbpt.org w: glasgowdoorsopenday.com • gbpt.org Layout & design: Ian Corcoran (ianc@mac.com)
Contents
5 Buildings by area
Disclaimer: Visitors entering buildings do so at their own risk. Please take care! Neither Glasgow Building Preservation Trust nor participating buildings are responsible for any accidents or damage incurred. All information contained in the brochure was correct at the time of printing. 21. King’s Theatre
5 Central; 9 East; 11 North; 11 South; 15 West
20 Maps 24 Heritage walks & tours 28 Heritage talks & events 30 Getting around 31 Competitions Cover Images: Stained glass panels, Maryhill Burgh Halls (Building No. 47)
DoorS Open Day Glasgow’s Built Heritage Festival
Index Open Saturday & Sunday Albert Drive Studios page 11 Arches, The 5 Arlington Baths Club 15 Barrowland Ballroom 5 BBC Scotland 12 Briggait, The 5 Britannia Panopticon Music Hall 5 Buchanan Bridge Club 15 Burrell Collection, The 12 Castlemilk Stables 12 citizenM Hotel 5 City of Glasgow College, City Campus 5 Clyde Tunnel Control Room 15 Cowcaddens Fire Station 6 Craigholme School 12 East Park 11 Gallery of Modern Art 6 Glasgow Cathedral 6 Glasgow Central Mosque 6 Glasgow House, Construction Skills Academy & Big Red Truck 13 Glasgow Museums Resource Centre 13 Glasgow Police Museum 7 Glasgow School of Art, The 7 Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust, Bridgeton Bus Garage 9 Govan Cross Church 13 Govan Old Church 13 Govanhill Baths 13 ‘Greek’ Thomson’s Sixty Steps & Wall 16 Hampden Park 13 Hunterian Museum, Art Gallery & Mackintosh House, The 16 Kelvinside Hillhead Parish Church 16 Langside Halls 14 Lansdowne Parish Church 16 Lighthouse, The 7 Mackintosh Church, The 11 Maggie’s Gartnavel 17 Maryhill Burgh Halls 11 4
Partick Curling Clubhouse People’s Palace & Winter Gardens Provan Hall Riverside Museum Saint Paul the Apostle Catholic Church Scotland Street School Museum Scottish Mask & Puppet Centre Shettleston Old Parish Church Springburn Community Fire Station St. Andrew’s Cathedral St. Andrew’s in the Square St. Columba Gaelic Church of Scotland St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church St. Mary’s Church, Calton St. Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral St. Mungo Museum of Religious Life & Art St. Ninian’s Episcopal Church St. Peter’s RC Church St. Simon’s Church Trades Hall of Glasgow, The Tramway (incorporating the Hidden Gardens) Wellpark Brewery (Tennent Caledonian) Whisky Bond, The Willow Tea Rooms Yorkhill Community Fire Station
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Open Saturday only Citizens Theatre, The 12 Clydeport 6 Garnetbank Primary School 6 Glasgow City Chambers 6 Glasgow Evangelical Church 6 Glasgow Sheriff Court 7 Holmwood House 13 House For An Art Lover 13 Hyndland Secondary School 16 King’s Theatre 7 Lambhill Stables 11 Linthouse Church 14
Merchant’s House of Glasgow, The Orkney Street Enterprise Centre Pearce Institute, The People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals (PDSA) Pollok Community Fire Station Rawcliffe House (former Carmelite Monastery) Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Glasgow St. George’s Tron Church St. Vincent Street Church Theatre Royal Tobacco Merchant’s House University of Glasgow: Small Animal Hospital Woodlands Methodist Church
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Open Sunday only Civil Ceremony Suites Craigton Crematorium Garnethill Synagogue Glasgow Art Club Glasgow Film Theatre Hutchesons’ Grammar School, Secondary Kelvingrove Bandstand & Amphitheatre Langside Parish Church Pollok House Pollokshaws Burgh Halls Tron Theatre Western Baths Club
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Key to symbols: Doors Open Day 2012 Highlight Mackintosh Buildings Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson building/site Glasgow Landmark Performances by Somewhereto__ (see event: icecream architecture van, page 29)
DoorS Open Day Glasgow’s Built Heritage Festival
Buildings by area hustle of the 21st century for the bustles of the 19th. Exhibition of costume and early film. Saturday & Sunday, 11am-5pm
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1. The Arches 253 Argyle Street, G2 8DL (enter under Heilanman's Umbrella at Central Station) Donald A Matheson, 1879 The seven cavernous Victorian brick arches supporting Central Station became a multipurpose venue in 1991, so is celebrating 21 years of hosting cultural events. There’s a rich history in the walls - expect access to new areas in this special birthday year. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
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141 Bridgegate, G1 5HZ Clarke & Bell (ext.), 1873; Nicol Russell Studios (int. redevelopment), 2010 The City’s fish market for over 100 years. In 2001, Wasps Artists' Studios began redevelopment and transformed the derelict building into a vibrant new home for over 80 visual artists and cultural organisations. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
Wc Wc L 4. Britannia Panopticon Music Hall 113-117 Trongate, G1 5HD (enter from New Wynd next to Mitchell's Amusements) Thomas Gildard & Robert HM MacFarlane, 1857 Oldest surviving music hall. Stan Laurel made his debut here. A magical place where you can exchange the
60 Renfrew Street, G2 3BW Concrete Architectural Associates, 2010 Contemporary building housing a 198 bedroom hotel built with a modular design and construction. Hotel lobby features many iconic pieces of Vitra designed furniture. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
Wc • Wc 6. City of Glasgow College, City Campus 60 North Hanover Street, G1 2BP Wylie, Shanks & Underwood, 1958-64 Get a unique view over Glasgow in a rooftop tour from the top of this Category B-listed building. From the Corbusian style roof terrace there are wonderful views over the central conservation area and beyond. Weather dependent. Classrooms & offices closed. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or call 0141 554 4411. Guided tours only; 10 per tour each day at times below. Saturday & Sunday, 9.30am; 11am; 12.30pm; 2pm; 3.30pm
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7. Clydeport
Glasgow City Chambers (Glasgow City Marketing Bureau)
16 Robertson Street, G2 8DS Sir John James Burnet, 1883-86 Seldom open to the public, Clydeport’s superb head office contains a number of fine features: French walnut panelling and Stephen Adam stained glass. Access restricted to second floor. Saturday 10am-4pm
Wc Wc 8. Cowcaddens Fire Station 123 Port Dundas Road, G4 1ES Architect unknown, 1985 An extremely busy operational Fire Station which attends over 3,000 incidents per year. There will be a tour of the station and fire appliances. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
P Wc Wc 9. Gallery of Modern Art 58 Royal Exchange Square, G1 3AH Architect unknown, 1778; David Hamilton, 1827-1830 & 1880 GoMA opened in 1996 with commissioned artworks for the building. Join GoMA Guides on a Behind the Scenes Tour on Sunday at 12noon & 2pm to see these works, some not currently open to the public. First come, first served for all tours. Saturday 10am-5pm; Sunday 11am-5pm
Wc J • Wc 10. Garnetbank Primary School NEW! 231 Renfrew Street, G3 6TX Thomas L. Watson, 1905 Red sandstone school built in 1905 to the design of Thomas L. Watson, with a slight variation on the old Glasgow School Board formula, resulting in bay windows and elements of Art Nouveau. Saturday 10am-4pm
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11. Garnethill Synagogue 129 Hill Street, G3 6UB John McLeod & N.S. Joseph, 1879 Scotland’s first, purpose-built synagogue, is the home of the Scottish Jewish Archives Centre and Museum. This A-listed building features extensive high quality stained glass windows. Security at the door is strict and there is no photography inside the building. Sunday 10am-4pm
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14. Glasgow Central Mosque 1 Mosque Avenue, G5 9TA Coleman Ballantine, 1984 The biggest Mosque in Scotland! Can accommodate 2,000 worshippers; has For more information and the latest updates, visit us online - glasgowdoorsopenday.com 6
three full-time scholars; a dedicated prayer area for women and its own shop. Mosque tours will take place every 20 mins and will last about 20 mins. Refreshments provided. Performing of Afternoon Prayer. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
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Wc Wc 16. Glasgow Evangelical Church 18 Cathedral Square, G4 0XA John Honeyman, 1878-1880 Glasgow Evangelical Church has stood on this site since 1878. The Church has all the original features with statues of Peter and Paul immediately above the doors. Lavish Italianate façade and beautiful stained glass. Saturday 10am-4pm
Wc Wc L 17. Glasgow Film Theatre 12 Rose Street, G3 6RB J McKissack & WJ Anderson II, 1939 One of the UK's most successful independent, specialist cinemas. Its legendary predecessor, the Cosmo, opened in 1939 in this modernist European building (with clear Dutch influences) which still boasts much of its Art Deco interior. Behind the scenes tours are free but ticketed on a firstcome basis and take place every 30 minutes. Sunday 10am-2pm
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18. Glasgow Police Museum
Glasgow School of Art (Eric Thorburn)
1st Floor, 30 Bell Street, G1 1LG A B McDonald, 1904 The museum tells the story of the UK's oldest police force, the City of Glasgow Police (1800-1975). International police uniforms and insignia on display. Curator available to answer questions. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
Wc 19. The Glasgow School of Art 11 Dalhousie Street, G3 6RQ Charles Rennie Mackintosh, 1897 - 1909 Over a century since its completion, Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s masterwork, The Glasgow School of Art, continues to function as a vibrant and hard-working institution. Discover this iconic landmark on the awardwinning, student-led guided tours. Advance booking essential on 0141 353 4584 or at gsa.ac.uk/visit-gsa/mackintosh-building-tours Saturday & Sunday, 9am-7pm
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building, Mackintosh’s first public commission. Explore design and architecture related exhibitions, the Mackintosh Centre, and the tower, with a fantastic city view. Drop-in family workshop. Advance booking essential for tours - call 0141 276 5365 or email information.thelighthouse@glasgow. gov.uk Saturday 10.30am-5pm; Sunday 12noon-5pm
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232-242 St Vincent Street, G2 5RJ Architect unknown, 1820; Altered by JJ Burnet, 1892 Finely decorated Beaux Arts interior, originally built in 1820 with later alterations and additions by Sir John J. Burnet. The building houses a fine collection of books, portraits and contemporary art. Medical instruments are also displayed. Saturday 10am-4pm
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7 West George Street, G2 1BA John Burnet, 1874; JJ Burnet, 1909 Magnificent panelled rooms, vividly conveying the mercantile wealth of the 'Second City of the Empire'. Stained glass window representing the meeting on 6th February 1605 at which the Letter of Guildry was produced. Saturday 10am-4pm
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1 Shamrock Street, G4 9JZ Architect unknown, c1975
26. St. Andrew’s Cathedral 190 Clyde Street, G1 4JY James Gillespie Graham, 1816 Recently renovated, Glasgow’s first post-Reformation Catholic Church and an early example of Gothic revivalism is seen in renewed splendour, with stunning décor, new artwork including Peter Howson's St. John Ogilvie and the addition of a cloister garden. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
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Glasgow Shamrock Street Pet Aid hospital is one of the largest PDSA facilities in the UK. Get behind the scenes tours of the seven consulting rooms, two operating theatres, a new digital X-ray room, laboratory, separate animal recovery wards and a dedicated pet dispensary. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or by calling 0141 554 4411. Please note there may not be animals present. Saturday 10am-4pm
One of the top six classical churches in the UK, superbly restored by GBPT. Exhibition of Glasgow’s connection to the slave trade will be on display. A ramp through Café Source to the lift gives access to wheelchair users. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
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28. St. Columba Gaelic Church of Scotland
30. St. Mungo Museum of Religious Life & Art
300 St Vincent Street, G2 5RU Tennent & Burke, 1904
2 Castle Street, G4 0RH Page\Park, 1991
Gothic church accommodating over 1,000. The nave is 112ft long and 40ft wide. The spire is 220ft high, with pinnacles and belfry stage, a niche and a canopy containing a statue of St. Columba. All welcome at Sunday services: Gaelic 10am11am, English 11.30am-12.30pm. Saturday 10am-4pm; Sunday 1pm-4pm
Enjoy a mix of talks and tours in the museum, which explores the role of religion and aims to promote respect and understanding between those of differing faiths and of none. Saturday 10am-5pm; Sunday 11am-5pm
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29. St. George’s Tron Church
The building underwent a £3.1m renovation in 2008/9 to create a bright, comfortable, spacious place of worship. Most of the church can be viewed from ground floor - lift access to lower ground floor for tea or coffee. Contact point for new international students. Saturday 10am-4pm
In 1867, the first theatre on this site was the Royal Colosseum and Opera House. The auditorium was rebuilt twice by Charles John Phipps following fires in 1879 and 1895. Scottish Opera has owned the theatre since 1972. Front of house & backstage tours at 9.30am and 10.30am. Not suitable for people with limited mobility; minimum age 8. No admittance without booking: 0844 871 7647 or ambassadortickets.com/ glasgow Saturday 9.30am & 10.30am
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163 Buchanan Street, G1 2JX William Stark, 1808
St. Mungo Museum of Religious Life & Art
33. Tobacco Merchant’s House 42 Miller Street, G1 1DT John Craig, 1775 This A-listed building is one of the few remaining 18th century merchant's houses in Glasgow and is now owned by the Scottish Civic Trust and used as offices. Staff will be on hand to talk about the history of the building and the Trust's work. Steep steps from street and inside building. Saturday 10am-4pm
Wc 34. The Trades Hall of Glasgow 85 Glassford Street, G1 1UH Robert Adam, 1794 Use of Glasgow’s Trades Hall dates back to 1794 as a meeting place for the 14 incorporated Trades of Glasgow. Today this magnificent and historic building retains a quiet majesty, providing a unique venue for functions. Last entry for tours 3.30pm, both days. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
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35. Tron Theatre 63 Trongate, G1 5HB Style of Robert & James Adam, 1793; JJ Burnet, 1899; RMJM, 1999 The 16th century clock tower that fronts the Theatre is one of the oldest surviving landmarks of the historic Merchant City. Be inspired with historical tours/exhibitions and refresh yourself with special catering offers. Advance booking essential for guided tours on 0141 552 4267. Sunday 10am-4pm
Wc J • Wc 36. Wellpark Brewery (Tennent Caledonian) 161 Duke Street, G31 1JD Brewing on site since 1556 The home of Tennent’s Lager, and the largest brewery site in Scotland. Spread over 15 acres, with more than 450 For more information and the latest updates, visit us online - glasgowdoorsopenday.com 8
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years of brewing history. Produces approx 200 million litres of beer each year. Tours last 60 mins. Exhibition of Tennent’s Lager history. Not suitable for people with limited mobility, sensible footwear advised. Over 18s only. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com Sat. 10am-4pm; Sun. 12noon-4pm
Saint Paul the Apostle Catholic Church
P Wc 37. Willow Tea Rooms 217 Sauchiehall Street, G2 3EX Remodelled by Charles Rennie Mackintosh, 1903 The jewel in the crown of Mackintosh’s work during his partnership with Kate Cranston, (entrepreneur early 1900s). The Room De Luxe with its silver furniture and leaded glass work remains a well loved attraction. Tours bookable in advance on 0141 332 0521 or by emailing s.proctor@willowtearooms.co.uk, otherwise first come, first served. Saturday 10am-4pm; Sunday 11am-4pm
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39. People’s Palace & Winter Gardens Glasgow Green, G40 1AT A B MacDonald, 1898 Set in historic Glasgow Green, tells the story of the people and city of Glasgow from 1750 to the end of the 20th century. Explore the city’s social history through a wealth of historic artefacts, paintings, prints and photographs, film and interactive computer displays. Saturday 10am-5pm; Sunday 11am-5pm
P Wc J • Wc L 40. Provan Hall Auchinlea Park, Auchinlea Road, Easterhouse, G34 9NQ c15th century onwards Provan Hall comprises two buildings, a courtyard and curtain wall which contains evidence of medieval origins and further developments in the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries. This fascinating Category A complex set within historic Auchinlea Park is a must see! Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
P Wc J 41. Saint Paul the Apostle Catholic Church 1653 Shettleston Road, G32 9AR Gillespie, Kidd & Coia, 1959 A simple basilica with large open tower and copper calvary. Interior re-used marble from Grosvenor Restaurant, all re-ordered for modern Catholic liturgy. With a recent captivating cube addition this is a must-see. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
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42. Shettleston Old Parish Church 111 Killin Street, Sandyhills, G32 9AH W G McGibbon, 1903 Fine red sandstone building containing valuable old stained glass windows. The two-manual pipe-organ is one of the six finest in Glasgow. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
P Wc • Wc L 43. St. Mary’s Church, Calton 89 Abercromby Street, G40 2DQ Architect unknown, 1842; Goldie & Child (remodelled Sanctuary), 1870 Imposing historical landmark in the Calton area of the city, one of the first large PostReformation Catholic Churches to be built in Glasgow. Built in the classical style with a recently restored facade with angels exulting a crowned cross. Saturday 10am-4pm; Sunday 1pm-4pm
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Unleash your creativity
CreAtive MACkintosh Between July and October this year join us in celebrating creativity and the genius of Charles Rennie Mackintosh across a range of exciting exhibitions, events and activities for the whole family, which culminate in a Creative Mackintosh Festival from 15 – 28 October 2012 across Mackintosh buildings and locations in Glasgow and the West of Scotland.
events include: Unbuilt Mackintosh exhibition Glasgow School of Art city walking tours Street theatre Creative Mackintosh Festival 15 – 28 October 2012 Lots more events, performances and activities. More online at
glasgowmackintosh.com
Attractions: The Hill House, Helensburgh The Mackintosh Church at Queen’s Cross The Mackintosh House at the Hunterian Art Gallery Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum The Willow Tea Rooms The Glasgow School of Art The Lighthouse House for an Art Lover Scotland Street School Museum Daily Record Building* *external viewing
Glasgow North
44. East Park
Andy Scott's gates at Maryhill Burgh Halls
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1092 Maryhill Road, G20 9TD Macpherson and Bell; Simon Bell, Lead Architect, 2009 East Park was founded in 1874 as East Park Home for Infirm Children. The charity now cares for children with severely complex special needs in the new, state of the art school which opened in 2010. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
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46. The Mackintosh Church 870 Garscube Road, Queen's Cross, G20 7EL Charles Rennie Mackintosh, 1897-99 Mackintosh’s only church design to be built and now the Mackintosh Society’s headquarters. Magnificent stained glass blue heart window and exceptional relief carving on wood and stone are highlights of the interior, where light and space are used to dramatic effect. Saturday 10am-4pm; Sunday 1pm-4pm
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47. Maryhill Burgh Halls
2 Dawson Road, G4 9SS Architect unknown, c1950
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10-24 Gairbraid Avenue, G20 8YE Duncan McNaughton, 1878; JM Architects, 2010 Maryhill’s historic 19th century municipal buildings – Burgh Halls, Police Station and Fire Station are now, thanks to an award-winning £9.5m regeneration project, a hall & events space, café, nursery, studios, offices fit for the 21st century and beautiful stained glass panels (see our front cover). Featuring tours, talks, performances & archive films of the area. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
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11 Canal Bank North, G22 6RD Architect unknown, 1830s; Peter McAllister, 2011 The Lambhill Stables site was built around the 1830s for the horses that pulled the barges through the Forth and Clyde canals. The Category B-listed historic building was brought into community ownership and fully refurbished in 2011. Saturday 10am-4pm
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48. Springburn Community Fire Station
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The Whisky Bond is the UK’s largest and newest cultural venue, combining the creative buzz and identity of Glasgow Sculpture Studio's gallery & event space, artist studios and workshops, with new generation workspaces for creative individuals to run a business. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
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47 Midton Street, G21 4RS Architect unknown, 1987
334 Albert Drive, Pollokshields, G41 5HH Architect unknown, c1877
Springburn Fire Station is located in the North of the City and provides emergency cover for an area of over 8 square miles within Glasgow City Boundary. Within this area are the housing estates of Springburn, Balornock, Barmulloch, Possilpark and Milton. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
Restoration continues on this large privately owned Victorian villa and mature garden set in the conservation area of Pollokshields. The house now functions as a unique and independent provider of artist's and designer's studios, leisure classes, exhibitions and venue hire. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
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52. The Burrell Collection
54. The Citizens Theatre
40 Pacific Quay, G51 1DA David Chipperfield, 2007
Pollok Country Park, 2060 Pollokshaws Road, G43 1AT Barry Gasson, 1983
119 Gorbals Street, G5 9DS Campbell Douglas, 1878
BBC Scotland’s headquarters on the banks of the River Clyde combine high definition broadcasting areas with office space and the impressive central red sandstone staircase. The studios are home to The Review Show, Eggheads, Tonight’s the Night, Copycats and more. Advance booking essential on 0370 901 1227 or at bbc.co.uk/showsandtours. Access to building by guided tour only and places must be prebooked. Bookings for people with accessrelated needs must be made by phone. Textphone 0370 903 0304. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
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Named after its donor, shipping magnate Sir William Burrell, it is one of the greatest collections ever created by one person. Included are objects from Ancient Civilisations, Medieval Europe and examples of Chinese and Islamic art. Behind the Scenes tours of the stores. Children must be aged 8 and over, and accompanied by an adult. Advance booking essential on 0141 287 2564 or emailing BurrellL&A@glasgowlife.org.uk Saturday 10am-4pm; Sunday 11am-4pm
P Wc • Wc L 53. Castlemilk Stables 59 Machrie Drive, G45 0AZ Attributed to David Hamilton, 1790; Elder and Cannon, 2007 Multi-award winning B-listed building restored in 2007 by GBPT. Owned by Cassiltoun Trust, this 18th century, Georgian stable block of former Castlemilk House is now a thriving community facility. Set around elegant glazed cloister with new opportunities to learn about Castlemilk Park (previously part of the Stuart estate) and the designed landscape. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
Just for Doors Open Day the Citizen's Theatre flings its doors even wider to let you see the nooks and crannies of the historic Victorian theatre, including backstage! Expert tour guides will make sure you don’t get lost and give you a fascinating insight into the life of the theatre on and off stage. Guided tours only, lasting approximately 30 minutes Advance booking essential on 0141 429 0022. Saturday 10am-4pm
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72 St. Andrew’s Drive, G41 4HS Architect unknown, 1890 Not your typical girls school, Craigholme consists of four Victorian villas in Pollokshields and a state of the art Sports
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Since stock transfer in 2003, we have concentrated on providing tenants across the city with modern, new homes that are warmer, drier and – in every sense – better. Our £1.2BN investment programme, the biggest of its kind in Europe, is now in its final phase. By increasing our focus on creating safer, cleaner and healthier neighbourhoods, continuing to empower our tenants and their communities and creating more jobs and learning opportunities, we will create “better lives” to go with the “better homes” we are providing across the city. www.gha.org.uk
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Complex in Pollok Park. See how these beautiful, historic buildings have been adapted to form a thriving, modern-day school. Saturday 10am-4pm; Sunday 1pm-4pm
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Berryknowes Road, G52 2DB Architect unknown, 1957 Craigton’s recently refurbished building, complete with its own chapel and gardens of remembrance, provides a comforting and intimate venue for funeral services. Get a unique tour of the crematorium including the cremator room. Sunday 10am-4pm
• 57. Glasgow House, Construction Skills Academy & Big Red Truck 99 Norfolk Street (near Bridge St. Subway station), G5 9LQ PRP, 2010 Come and visit City Building’s unique Skills Training Centre for young apprentices, showcasing a ground-breaking prototype house project to construct energy-efficient, sustainable homes, as well as a chance to see Glasgow’s elderly care home bedrooms of the future. Visit GHA’s Big Red Truck interactive, mobile exhibition! Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday. com or call 0141 554 4411. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
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59. Govan Cross Church 796 Govan Road, G51 2YL Robert Baldie, 1873 B-listed, gothic style, wide central gable with three entrance archways and pointed windows. Horseshoe gallery, meeting place of Glasgow Presbytery. Painted windows showing the rise of the Clyde. Saturday 10am-4pm; Sunday 1pm-4pm
P Wc J • Wc L 60. Govan Old Church 866 Govan Road, G51 3UU Robert Rowand Anderson, 1888 A-listed on a site of great antiquity. Priceless stained-glass from 5 English Studios. Home to the Govan Sarcophagus & Govan Stones including 5 hogbacks. Saturday 10am-4pm; Sunday 1pm-4pm
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200 Woodhead Road, G53 7NN Civic Design & Glasgow City Council, 2003; 2009 Vast treasure trove of objects from around the world. Only a fraction can be displayed at Glasgow’s 9 museums, the rest is kept at GMRC, a publicly accessible museum store. See paintings, pots, swords, ship models, vintage cars, clocks, kayaks and much more. Advance booking essential on 0141 276 9300 or by emailing GMRCbookings@ glasgowlife.org.uk. Guided tours only. Saturday 10am-4pm; Sunday 11am-4pm
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P Wc • Wc 63. Holmwood House 61-63 Netherlee Road, G44 3YU Alexander ‘’Greek’’ Thomson, 1857 Alexander Thomson’s finest villa, A-listed, built for James Couper, a Cathcart businessman, who with his brother Robert ran a successful paper mill on the banks of the River Cart. Their legacy to the local community was the Couper Institute and the Victoria Hospital. Saturday 10am-4pm
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61. Govanhill Baths
58. Glasgow Museums Resource Centre
Stand will not be accessible. Entrance to Museum will be charged at normal rates. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com. Guided tours only. Saturday 10.15am-12.15pm; Sunday 11.15am-4.15pm
Built in red sandstone in Edwardian Baroque style, Govanhill Baths were the only substantially unaltered public baths in Glasgow until closure in 2001. An entire block in Calder St with 3 top-lit pools, pool-side cubicles, original tiles, cast-iron, railed gallery. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
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10 Dumbreck Road, Bellahouston Park, G41 5BW Designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh, 1996 Designed by the famous Scottish architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh, House for an Art Lover provides an excellent resource for visitors as a cultural attraction and tourist destination, whilst also being one of the city’s finest wedding and events venues. Saturday 9am-12noon
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62. Hampden Park Letherby Drive, G42 9BA Jim Clydesdale (Clydesdale Associates), 1999 An iconic stadium in world football, Hampden Park was first built in 1903 then renovated during the 1990s with the South Stand being re-built. Now classified as a UEFA 5-star rated stadium. Parts of the
65. Hutcheson’s Grammar School, Secondary
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21 Beaton Road, G41 4NW Boswell, Mitchell & Johnston, 1960, Drama Studios 2012 Purpose built, modern and innovative glassfronted studio theatre and teaching facility. The three bright and airy studios utilise
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enterprise centre, providing high quality accommodation for local social enterprises and community advice agencies. Saturday 10am-4pm
Hutcheson's Grammar School, Secondary
P Wc Wc 70. The Pearce Institute 840-860 Govan Road, G51 3UU Sir Robert Rowand Anderson, 1906 This inspirational, historic and thriving community facility was gifted to the people of Govan by the widow of William Pearce, the Fairfield Shipyard owner. Serving the needs of the local community for over a century, this A-listed landmark building continues to be well used and much loved. Saturday 10am-4pm
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1 Langside Avenue, G41 2QR John Gibson, 1847-49 Step back inside the building to relive some historical moments from TRAM Direct Theatre Company in partnership with South Glasgow Heritage & Environment Trust. An opportunity for you to eavesdrop on what took place in the early 20th Century. Drama re-enactments will take place at 11am, 1pm & 3pm. Advance booking recommended at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411 Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
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68. Linthouse Church
71. Pollok Community Fire Station
7-9 Skipness Drive, Linthouse, G51 4RS James Miller, 1900
Levernside Crescent, Pollok, G53 5JX Architect unknown, 1962
B-listed sandstone sister church of Govan Cross. Façade is classical with Arts & Crafts, twin square towers topped with cupolas. Exhibition of valuable, hand-embroidered church cloths. Saturday 10am-4pm
This station provides cover to approximately 25 square kilometres in the South Glasgow Area with a population of approximately 79,000. At present, the emergency fleet providing emergency response consists of one aerial rescue pump and one rescue pump. Saturday 10am-4pm
P Wc J • Wc L 69. Orkney Street Enterprise Centre 18-20 Orkney Street, G51 2BZ John Burnet, 1867 Initially designed as Govan Burgh Chambers, the building only served this function for three decades. Its adaptation and extension to serve as the local Police and Fire Station saw a radical reworking of the building. Lying semi-derelict since 1999, the building has recently been sensitively restored by Glasgow South West Regeneration Agency and now operates as an
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Pollok House
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67. Langside Parish Church
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167 Ledard Road, Langside, G42 9QU CRGP Architects, 2011 A new build church, in 1996 which was extensively destroyed by fire in 2009, replaced now by an innovative new and extended multi-purpose church. A must see is the stunning new version of the Last Supper by artist Stuart Duffin. Sunday 1pm-4pm
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art in the United Kingdom together with furniture and furnishings appropriate to an Edwardian country house. Sunday 10am-5pm
1950s and 60s. Saturday 10am-5pm; Sunday 11am-5pm
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73. Pollokshaws Burgh Halls 2025 Pollokshaws Road, G43 1NE Robert Rowand Anderson, 1897 A-listed Scots Renaissance Burgh Hall, square clock tower with distinctive Glasgow College-type cupola. Described as the stateliest and most conspicuous building in Pollokshaws. Apparently based on the design of the Old College buildings of the University of Glasgow on the High Street. Sunday 10am-5pm
P Wc • Wc L 74. Rawcliffe House (former Carmelite Monastery) NEW! 10 Rawcliffe Gardens, 29 Mansionhouse Road, G41 3DN J Burnet, 1862 A one-off opportunity to see the magnificent Category B-listed Rawcliffe House, set within a 3-acre walled garden estate that has been transformed into mansion apartments with much of the original character and detailing retained. Accessible by tours only. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Saturday 12noon, 1pm & 2pm
75. Scotland Street School Museum 225 Scotland Street, G5 8QB Charles Rennie Mackintosh, 1906 Designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Scotland Street School Museum offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. See what school days were like in the reign of Queen Victoria, during World War II, and in the P Parking Wc WC J Children’s activities
76. St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church 353 Kilmarnock Road, G43 2DS Peter Macgregor Chalmers, 1908-1935 This inspiring and beautiful building, a classic of the Romanesque Revival was designed by Peter MacGregor Chalmers. It has a double apse decorated with mosaics. As well as traditional stained glass, there are glorious new windows by John Clark. Saturday 10am-5pm; Sunday 11am-5pm
P Wc • Wc 77. St. Ninian’s Episcopal Church 1 Albert Drive, G41 2PE David Thomson, 1872 St. Ninian’s is a Category B-listed building in the neo-Gothic revivalist style. It is a large church with ornate sanctuary frescoes designed by William Hole RSA. There are complex stained glass windows throughout and a very large Rose West Window. The original pews are in situ as is an ornate baptistery. Saturday 10am-4pm; Sunday 1pm-4pm
Wc Wc 78. Tramway (incorporating the Hidden Gardens) 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 Scottish artists. Tours on a first come first served basis. Saturday 10am-4pm; Sunday 1pm-4pm
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80. Buchanan Bridge Club 4 Clairmont Gardens, G3 7LW style of Charles Wilson, 1857 Very impressive A-listed Victorian townhouse, part of a B-listed terrace in Park district. Retains many splendid original features and was the home of Calmac founder David Hutcheson. It remained a family home until bought by the club in 1960. All welcome for a sample bridge lesson - see event listing 'Taster Bridge Lesson' on page 29. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
P Wc 82. 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. Sunday 1pm-4pm
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systems are controlled. Gain access to the control room & north ventilation building through guided tours at 10am, 11am, 12pm, 2pm & 3pm. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
Kelvingrove Bandstand & Amphitheatre (Page\Park)
P 84. ‘Greek’ Thomson Sixty Steps & Wall Kelvinside Terrace South, (off Queen Margaret Drive/Queen Margaret Road), G20 6DP Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson, 1870 This Victorian flight of 60 steps provided access, from Great Western Road over the River Kelvin, to the streets above the massive retaining wall. Featuring Classical and Egyptian detail. Believed to be 'Greek' Thomson’s only example of civic architecture in Glasgow. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
85. The Hunterian Museum, Art Gallery & Mackintosh House Gilbert Scott Building, University of Glasgow, G12 8QQ George Gilbert Scott (Museum), 1866-86; William Whitfield & Partners (Art Gallery), 1980-81
86. Hyndland Secondary School 9 Lauderdale Gardens, G12 9RQ Architect unknown, 1930 Originally Partick Academy (founded in 1850), Lauderdale building opened in 1930 by the Lord Provost. Facilities for up to 950 pupils have improved significantly through recent refurbishment and extension. School students will guide groups round the ground floor of Lauderdale building and link corridor. Saturday 10am-1pm
87. Kelvingrove Bandstand & Amphitheatre
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Kelvingrove Park, Kelvin Way, G3 8AG Glasgow Public Parks Department, 1924
Scotland’s oldest public museum and home to over a million magnificent items ranging from meteorites to mummies. Within this diverse collection, you will find astounding artefacts, amazing art and an astonishing array of animal life! Saturday 10am-5pm; Sunday 11am-4pm
For one day, this iconic landmark will be open to the public. Explore the history of this much-loved civic space and current proposals to restore it - planned opening spring 2014. For health and safety reasons, access is to the Amphitheatre only. Sunday 10am-4pm
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88. Kelvinside Hillhead Parish Church Observatory Road/Saltoun Street, G12 9AG James Sellars, 1876 The building has stood as a place of worship for 135 years and still fulfils its original function as a place of Sanctuary and Community. An unrivalled display of Pre-Raphaelite stained glass by Cottier and Burne-Jones makes any visit worthwhile. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
P Wc J • Wc L 89. Lansdowne Parish Church 416 Great Western Road, G4 9HZ John Honeyman, 1863 Lansdowne Church is one of the finest Gothic Revival churches in Glasgow. It is also one of the City’s great landmark buildings, famous for its elegant and very slender spire. Internally it contains magnificent stained glass by Alfred Webster. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
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Riverside Museum (Glasgow Life)
300 Great Western Road, G4 9JB Sir George Gilbert Scott, 1871 St. Mary's is one of the city’s best Gothic Revival buildings, constructed by the finest craftsmen available. Most of the stained glass was designed by the studios of Hardman, and Clayton & Bell. Saturday 10am-4pm; Sunday 1pm-4pm
Wc Wc 95. St. Peter’s RC Church 46 Hyndland Street, G11 5PS Pugin and Pugin, 1903 Category B-listed, the biggest and one of the best of Glasgow’s fantastic collection of buildings, designed by architect Peter Paul Pugin. Its cathedraltype interior houses important original artefacts and fittings along with a superb collection of historic and contemporary stained glass. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
90. Maggie’s Gartnavel
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Gartnavel General Hospital, 1053 Great Western Road, G12 0YN Rem Koolhaas of OMA Architects, 2011 Maggie’s Gartnavel is a single-level building in the form of a ring of interlocking rooms, surrounding an internal landscaped courtyard, which overlooks the hospital site and city from its position atop a hill on the Gartnavel Hospital site. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
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93. Scottish Mask & Puppet Centre 8-10 Balcarres Avenue, Kelvindale, G12 0QF Architect unknown, 1966 SMPC is a specialist arts centre dedicated to masks & puppets. The building contains a theatre, cafe, permanent exhibition, library, film & FX department plus production and design workshops. It is often described as one of Glasgow’s wee hidden gems. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
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P Wc Wc 96. St. Simon’s Church 33-37 Partick Bridge St, G11 6PQ Charles O’Neill, 1858 Beautiful wee 'country' church on the banks of the Kelvin. First postReformation Catholic church in Partick. Fascinating history: built by Australasian architect and émigré, social reformer Charles O’Neill; later adopted by the Polish community; recently restored as thriving St. Mary's Episcopal Cathedral (Kay Images)
45 Balshagray Avenue, G11 7EQ (Entrance via maintenance area, Victoria Park) Architect unknown, 1898 A-listed pavilion and playing rink designed for outside curling. Many original features, inside and out. Stone sets and associated artefacts on show. Experienced curlers will explain the curling game. Tea & coffee provided. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
• 92. Riverside Museum 100 Pointhouse Place, G3 8RS Zaha Hadid Architects, 2011 Glasgow’s newest and most exciting visitor attraction, designed by internationally renowned architect Zaha Hadid. Located on the banks of the River Clyde, the world-class Museum is a marvel of design and engineering. Saturday 10am-4pm; Sunday 11am-4pm
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University of Glasgow: Small Animal Hospital (images: Andrew Lee)
centre for a new community. Saturday & Sunday, 9am-7pm
99. Woodlands Methodist Church
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229 Woodlands Road, G3 6LW David Barclay, 1909
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464 Bearsden Road, G61 1QH Russell Baxter: Archial Architects, 2007-2009 This purpose-built hospital is one of the most sophisticated in Europe, allowing companion animals from across the UK to benefit from the most advanced care available, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, throughout the year from some of the best specialist vets in the world. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or call 0141 554 4411. Guided tours only. Please note there may not be animals present. Saturday 10am-4pm
An early 20th century listed church building. The upper floor worship space is light and open cruciform shape with interesting stained glass. The ground floor contains a hall, rooms and an interestingly panelled library. Saturday 10am-4pm
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P Wc • Wc 98. Western Baths Club 12 Cranworth Street, G12 8BZ Clarke and Bell, 1876 The sandstone front happily combines Gothic and Sarasenic styles. The indoor swimming pool has a roof supported by 20 malleable iron trusses embellished with cast iron scrolls. In 1995 an extension with sports hall, multigym and exercise area was opened. Sunday 1pm-7pm
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Architect unknown 200 Kelvinhaugh Street, G3 8QS Yorkhill Community Fire Station is situated on the north side of the River Clyde, with the station area extending along the north bank, it provides fire cover to the Hayburn, Hillhead, Kelvingrove, Partick and Woodlands areas of the city. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm
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THESE BUILDINGS WERE Restored by Glasgow Building Preservation Trust
Enquiries to James Barr Property Management on 0141 300 8000 image: Steve Hosey
Help us protect & promote Glasgow’s Architecture! A great Glasgow charity celebrating its 30th anniversary ‌ why not join us?
Glasgow contains dramatic, historic buildings in every neighbourhood, many of which require major repairs and sensitive adaptions to make them sustainable for future generations to enjoy. As you take part in Doors Open Day this year, did you know that our Charity, Glasgow Building Preservation Trust, is working away behind the scenes to deliver the event? As well
as the famous Glasgow Doors Open Day we undertake conservation repairs to buildings and regeneration projects across the city. With 30 years of achievement behind us why not support us and join our charity? To find out more about what we do, visit our website, www.gbpt.org, email us on info@gbpt.org or call 0141 554 4411.
The Trust is a charitable company limited by guarantee. Company No. SC079721, Scottish Charities No. SC015443
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DoorS Open Day Glasgow’s Built Heritage Festival
Heritage walks & tours Monday, September 10 only City Centre Cinemas Walk: Past, Present & Future This stroll with Gordon Barr and Gary Painter of the ScottishCinemas.org website will show the full range of Glasgow’s architecturally diverse cinema history, from converted warehouses, via the earliest purpose built halls, the peculiarly Scottish back- court theatres, to the finest thirties art deco super-cinemas, highlighting cinemas that were, cinemas that are, and cinemas that might have been. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoors openday.com or 0141 554 4411 Meeting point: outside Britannia Panopticon Music Hall, junction of Argyle St & New Wynd Monday, 7pm
Friday, September 14 only The Glasgow School of Art City Walking Tour: Discover the Glasgow Style Join our award-winning student guides to discover Mackintosh and his contemporaries radical & romantic contributions to Art Nouveau, through a special Doors Open Days version of our new ‘Glasgow Style’ City Walking Tour. Advance booking essential on 0141 353 4584 or gsa.ac.uk/visit-gsa mackintosh-building-tours Meeting point: GSA Shop, 11 Dalhousie Street Friday, 10.15am
The Glasgow School of Art City Walking Tour: Explore the Glasgow Miracle
Street (6); Sauchiehall Street; Blythswood Street; West George Street; then returning to George Square. £4pp guided tour. Tickets cannot be used on regular City Sightseeing services. Meeting point: City Sightseeing Bus Stop, George Square West Saturday 10am, 11am, 12noon, 2pm, 3pm & 4pm
Crosshill Boasting some of Glasgow’s most dramatic and distinctive tenements, this community, set beside Queens Park, has always been favoured by the City’s commuters. Tour led by renowned historian Roger Guthrie. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday. com or 0141 554 4411. Meeting point: Queen’s Park Gates, at Victoria Rd/Queen’s Drive Saturday 11am
Echoes of Empire Part 1: Buchanan Street With its superb Victorian, Edwardian and early 20th Century commercial architecture, Buchanan Street is Glasgow’s best street, recognised through numerous accolades. Architect Niall Murphy guides a tour explaining the street’s history, evolution, architectural highlights and what the future might hold. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Meeting point: on the steps outside the Royal Concert Hall, Buchanan Street Saturday 11am Paisley Road Toll, Kinning Park (1905)
Join our award-winning student guides in exploring the contemporary architecture & arts scene of post industrial Glasgow, through a special Doors Open Days version of our new ‘Glasgow Miracle’ City Walking Tour. Advance booking essential - please call 0141 353 4584 or online at gsa.ac.uk/visit-gsa/mackintosh-building-tours Meeting point: GSA Shop, 11 Dalhousie Street Friday, 2.15pm
Saturday, September 15 only Open-Top City Centre Bus Tour You can be transported through seven centuries of Glasgow’s architectural history on our special Doors Open Day City Sightseeing bus. Buy a ticket on the bus & hop on & off at any of the six special stops. Tour is as follows (stops in brackets); West side of George Square (1); George Street; North Frederick Street; Cathedral Street; Castle Street; John Knox St (2); Gallowgate; London Road; St Andrew’s Square (3); St Andrew’s Street; Saltmarket; Trongate (4); Stockwell Street; Howard Street; Dunlop Street; Clyde Street; York Street (5); Argyle Street; Hope Street; St Vincent Street; Douglas
Kinning Park and Plantation NEW! After the well-supported inauguration in 2011, this year a new presenter Brian D Henderson will lead a new Kinning Park walking route describing the fruits of his 20+ years of research on the area. Tour takes 90 minutes. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoor sopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Meeting point: Cornwall Street, Plantation - at Kinning Park Subway Station Saturday 11am
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Subcrawl with ‘Dress for the Weather’ ‘Dress for the Weather’ lead a tour using the Glasgow subway system to explore a cross-section of the city. The tour will contain information on the subway, take in a range of cultural attractions appealing to purveyors of culture, art and food as well as making time for a drink or two! Purchase of a Subway Discovery ticket required before start of tour. Tour by Andy Campbell and Matt McKenna. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Meeting point: outside St Enoch Subway Station Saturday 10am
Historic Guided Walk of Dennistoun A guided tour by Peter Douglas, Vice Convener of Dennistoun Conservation Society. This guided walk takes around 2 hours and includes not only the Dennistoun Conservation Area but the Drives area of Dennistoun. Tours are first come, first served basis - max 20. Meeting point: Post Office at Annfield Place/ Westercraigs corner Saturday 11am
World Tour of West End A guided walk through the West End looking at the different cultural influences on the architecture – Venetian, Greek, Roman, French, English, Islamic – and even Scottish! Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Meeting point: gates of Botanic Gardens, corner Queen Margaret Drive & Great Western Road Saturday 11am
Fossil Grove Walk
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See the world’s most famous collection of 330 million year old fossilised tree ferns! Judith Bowers (historian, writer, tour guide and founder of the Britannia Panopticon Music Hall conservation project) will be offering tours around Glasgow’s most ancient visitor attraction; an edifying walk through the time before dinosaurs. A must for all Victorian time travellers! Duration approximately 40 minutes. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoors openday.com or 0141 554 4411.
Barras Street market. Calton is a real melting pot of Glasgow history with something of interest for everyone. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Meeting point: Mercat Building, Glasgow Cross Saturday 2pm
Dennistoun Alexander Dennistoun of Golfhill commissioned a grand design from James Salmon for a new middle class suburb. However, as the 19th century ended, pressure to house Glasgow’s huge influx of workers forced much higher density development, creating this community’s extraordinary variety. Led by Roger Guthrie. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Meeting point: Westercraigs at Annfield Place Saturday 2pm
Echoes of Empire Part 2: The Western City Centre With its distinct American flavour, the gridded streets of Glasgow’s western city centre contain some of the best Edwardian and Victorian commercial architecture in the UK. Join architect Niall Murphy for a walking tour exploring this key part of Glasgow. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Meeting point: Central Station, Gordon Street Entrance Saturday 2pm
Pollokshields Heritage Trail Bus Tour To celebrate the launch of the Pollokshields Heritage Trails, join Karin Currie of Pollokshields Heritage for a bus tour of the area and find out more about the UK’s original, biggest and best planned Garden Suburb. Small donation requested for bus. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Meeting point: outside Maxwell Park Station, Fotheringay Road/Terregles Avenue, Pollokshields Saturday 2pm Maryhill Locks
Meeting point: Jubilee Gates, Victoria Park, Victoria Drive North Saturday 1pm, 2pm & 3pm
Where the Bishop’s Palace once stood NEW! Kati Waitzmann takes you for an historical walk in and around Glasgow’s Cathedral, Provand’s Lordship and Precinct area where the Bishop’s Palace once stood. The walk looks at how certain historical periods have directly affected the city’s buildings’ upkeep and survival. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday. com or 0141 554 4411. Meeting point: at Provand’s Lordship, 2 Castle Street, G4 0RH Saturday 1pm
Victoria Park Birthday Tour NEW! On September 15th, there will be 125th birthday celebrations, themed on a traditional Victorian day in the park, with music, games and activities for everyone. Walking tour revealing the history and story of the park and showcasing some of the key features. See also the separate guided tour of the Fossil Grove area. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Tours will take place every half hour. Meeting point: Jubilee Gates, Victoria Park, Victoria Drive North Saturday 1.30pm-4pm
Calton Heritage Trail Enjoy a two-hour walk round Calton, led by Peter Mortimer and experience the history of the weaving industry in this ancient Glasgow district. Admire the architecture of the People’s Palace and Doulton Fountain as well as St Andrew’s Square and the
Maryhill Combining work by many of Glasgow’s leading architects, including Mackintosh, with housing from all eras from Victorian to post-war, Maryhill retains a distinctive community identity and some of Glasgow’s best kept historical secrets. This varied walk will include Maryhill itself, the canal that made the area, and even some buildings that no longer exist. Advance booking essential at glasgow doorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411.
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Sunday, September 16 only Discover Festival’s Bus Tour of Glasgow East Discover’s bus tour starts at the historical medieval jewel of Provan Hall and takes in local landmarks and public art works, with a few hidden gems along the way. Not to mention a special stop-off to get the best view of the Commonwealth Arena, Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome and Athletes’ Village, sharing the local residents’ panoramic views at the top of the Helenvale Flats. Advance booking recommended at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Tours last approximately 2.5 hours.
Meeting point: Provan Hall Sunday 10.30am & 1pm
Pollokshields Heritage Trail Part 1: The Villas NEW! To celebrate the launch of the Pollokshields Heritage Trails, join Niall Murphy of Pollokshields Heritage for a walking tour of Pollokshields Avenues with their splendid villas and find out more about the UK’s original, biggest and best planned Garden Suburb. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Meeting point: Maxwell Park Station, Maxwell Park, Fotheringay Road/Terregles Avenue Sunday 11am
St Vincent Crescent One of Glasgow’s most extraordinary mid-Victorian developments and one of the most significant town planning endeavours of its era. The area now combines residential development with a range of industrial and service buildings. The tour will be led by Lesley Dunlop, long standing resident and member of the Community Council. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Meeting point: corner of Argyle Street & Minerva Street (PC World) Sunday 11am
Walmer Crescent Among Alexander (Greek) Thomson’s achievements was the creation of some of Glasgow’s most remarkable housing. Walmer Crescent is a remarkable survivor of extraordinary scale and grandeur in an unexpected setting. Tour led by renowned historian Roger Guthrie. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoors openday.com or 0141 554 4411. Meeting point: Cessnock Subway entrance Sunday 11am
Historic Govan This tour, led by Ingrid Shearer of Northlight Heritage, will take in some of the main archaeological sites and historic buildings illustrating the history and development of Govan from its origins as a royal centre over a thousand years ago to the era of the great shipyards. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Meeting point: Govan Old Parish Church Sunday 11am & 1pm
Bingham’s Pond Walk A gentle walk to learn about the habitat improvements that were implemented a few years ago and to discover the wildlife that can now be found in and around the Pond. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Meeting point: beside the steps at the entrance to Bingham’s Pond from Great Western Road Sunday 11.30am
Cart Blanche Guided four mile walk along the White Cart Water from Holmwood House, Alexander (Greek) Thomson’s masterpiece, via Snuffmill, Millbrae and Newlands to Pollok House, the
jewel of the Pollok Estate. Explore the extraordinary heritage of Glasgow’s Southside waterway with Roger Guthrie. Return bus service from Pollok Park to Holmwood House at £2pp. Stout shoes recommended. No dogs please. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Meeting point: Holmwood House Sunday 1.30pm
1820 Martyrs Sighthill Monument A striking Monument commemorating two of the Martyrs of the 1820 Radical Rising, John Baird and Andrew Hardie. Both were charged with treason and executed for their part in the insurrection. Information on the events of 1820 will be available. The monument was the work of sculptor James Leggat, erected in 1847. He died in 1856. Tours on a first come, first served basis. Meeting point: Main Gate, Sighthill Cemetery, Springburn Road, G21 1SE Sunday 2pm
Bridgeton Heritage Trail Discover the rich history of Bridgeton, as Peter Mortimer takes you on this hour and a half walk, taking in such treasures as the Greenhead Works, Templeton’s, Olympia Cinema, the Umbrella at Bridgeton Cross and other impressive buildings & monuments. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Meeting point: outside People’s Palace, Glasgow Green Sunday 2pm
Dumbreck and Hazelwood Heritage Walk Start at A-listed Craigiehall with a general overview of Dumbreck, its history and current boundaries. John Thomson leads a walk along Rowan Road tracing some of the moves of Sir Thomas Mason, looking at the architecture especially of the builder George Hamilton. During the walk you will look at other styles and view outside Hamilton’s own house in Melfort Avenue, continuing into Hazelwood where Mason once lived and follow Hamilton to the listed Hazelwood House where he built small eclectic houses in the grounds. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Meeting point: outside Craigie Hall, 6 Rowan Road, Dumbreck Sunday 2pm
East End Women’s Heritage Walk Launch Event NEW! Be one of the first to experience the newest pioneering heritage walk developed by Glasgow Women’s Library. Hear tales of the intriguing and inspiring heroines who made Glasgow’s East End the rich area of history it is today. Advance booking essential please call 0141 248 9969 or contact info@womenslibrary.org Meeting point: given at time of booking Sunday 2pm
Pollokshields Heritage Trail Part 2: The Tenements NEW! To celebrate the launch of the Pollokshields Heritage Trails, join Niall Murphy of Pollokshields Heritage for a walking tour of East Pollokshield’s many listed buildings and find out more about the UK’s original, biggest and best planned Garden Suburb. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Meeting point: Maxwell Park Station, Fotheringay Road/ Terregles Avenue Sunday 2pm
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A guided tour of each installation will be available over the weekend on the 75 bus – the first bus after the hour (times noted below £1.85 one way). Bus journey takes around 30 minutes. A written guide on each art installation is available to download from glasgowdoorsopenday.com to allow you to complete the tour without the guide on any of the other 75 or 12 buses. Meeting point: Cowcaddens Subway Station Bus Stop. Tour guide will be here to greet you before boarding the bus. Please note this is a public bus and will not wait for you if you are late. We advise you arrive ten minutes before the specified time to meet the guide. Saturday: 10.08am, 11.03am, 12.03pm, 1.03pm, 2.03pm & 3.03pm Sunday: 10.16am, 11.07am, 12noon, 1.03pm, 2.01pm & 3.01pm
Jacobite Glasgow In the 18th century most Glaswegians supported the Hanoverian kings, but a small group of citizens played a significant role in Jacobite intrigue, fighting on the opposing side at Killicrankie, Sheriffmuir and Culloden. This walk explains their forgotten story. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Meeting point: Tron Theatre steeple Saturday 10am; Sunday 3.30pm
Barras Area & Sights NEW! Visit Barras Market Area: A tour exploring the fascinating charms of the Barras including: Barrowland Ballroom, Iconic Neon Sign, Old Clay Pipe Factory, Cobbled Lanes & Coach Tracks, Oldest Chippy in Glasgow, St Alphonsus Church, 1771 Coach House - Heilan Jessie & Tollbooth - Glasgow Execution Site. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Tours will take place on the hour, every hour. Meeting point: Magpie Café, The Barras Market, 233 London Road Saturday & Sunday 10am - 4pm Clyde Arc (Graeme Bird)
Medieval City Tours NEW! This is a tale of two towns - the stone built religious heart of Glasgow in the north of the town and the busy, jostling burgh in the south. The two areas grew together along the High Street and as you will see very much benefitted from each other. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Meeting point: Entrance to Argyle Street Railway Station on the Argyle Street Side Saturday & Sunday 11am
Glasgow’s Built Heritage, Tobacco, Slavery and the Abolition Movement Stephen Mullen takes the audience on a historical journey of discovery through Glasgow’s mercantile past and examines the connections with tobacco, slavery and the abolition movement. Tour 1hr 15mins. This walk is also available as a podcast and can be downloaded at glasgowdoorsopenday.com Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Meeting point: opposite Tobacco Merchant’s House, 42 Miller Street. Saturday & Sunday, 11am & 2pm
Resurrecting History - The Southern Necropolis A meander with Colin Mackie (aka The Happy Reaper) through the rich history and some of the characters of the Southern Necropolis. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Meeting point: The Gatehouse, Caledonia Road Saturday & Sunday 12noon
Glasgow Necropolis The Friends of Glasgow Necropolis are undertaking friendly, informative tours of the magnificent Glasgow Necropolis. In addition, at 5pm on Saturday, a joint tour will run with Roger Guthrie of the Alexander Thomson Society and Ruth Johnston of the Friends of Glasgow Necropolis. After the Saturday tour enjoy a buffet and refreshment (£9 per person) at the Cathedral House Hotel, with a fantastic view of the Necropolis. Advance booking essential: call 0797 143 7034 or email tours@glasgownecropolis.org. For the tour on Saturday, please state preferred option; Tour or Tour & Buffet. Meeting point: given at time of booking Saturday, 12 noon, 1pm, 2pm & 5pm; Sunday, 12 noon & 2pm
James Miller - Glasgow’s greatest architect? Or was that J.J. Burnet? NEW!
River Clyde Bridges Walk NEW! A guided walk along the River Clyde, discover facts and history surrounding 12 of Glasgow’s most famous bridges. The walk commences at Glasgow Green’s St Andrew’s Suspension Bridge and ends at the M8 Kingston Bridge. Walks last approximately 90 minutes. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411.
Glasgow rightly celebrates having one of the finest cityscapes in the known universe, but many of the great architects responsible for designing our wonderful architectural smorgasbord are little known and often totally forgotten. This walk celebrates them and their work. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Meeting point: Glasgow Central Station concourse, underneath the clock Saturday & Sunday 12noon
Meeting point: St Andrew’s Suspension Bridge, Glasgow Green Saturday & Sunday 10am & 1pm
East End Regeneration: Shaping Up for the Future (The Commonwealth Games and Much More)
Discover Festival’s Walking Tours of Bridgeton & an Olympia Preview
The Royal Town Planning Institute returns for a third year to sponsor a guided walk. Rapid change is taking place in Bridgeton and Dalmarnock. This 90 minute walk embraces key developments including sites on the threshold of development related to the Commonwealth Games in 2014. Advance booking recommended. Please call 0141 586 8497 or contact walls.john@ntlworld.com
Discover’s walking tour of Bridgeton includes a sneak preview of the refurbished Olympia as well as storytelling performances at Bridgeton Library by Scottish authors. Advance booking recommended at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Meeting point: Bridgeton Library, 23 Landressy Street G40 1BP Saturday & Sunday 11am & 1pm
Meeting point: Bridgeton Cross at the Umbrella Saturday & Sunday 2pm
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Heritage talks & events Tenement Management: Old & New St Andrew’s in the Square, 1 St. Andrew’s Square G1 5PP Many of us live in a traditional tenement, subdivided terrace house or modern flatted block. And whoever owns the property has to work with other owners to maintain the roof & other ‘common’ parts. Ann Laird of Friends of Glasgow West is organising this opportunity to learn more about a range of essential tenement issues. A tenement talk will take place followed by a discussion panel. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Monday 10th, 7pm-9pm
Glasgow’s Built Heritage, Tobacco, Slavery and Abolition St Andrew’s in the Square, 1 St. Andrew’s Square G1 5PP Stephen Mullen presents this fascinating lecture which explores Glasgow’s mercan-
tile past from 1660 and examines the links with tobacco, slavery, the abolition movement and the city’s urban environment. The direct and indirect connections with slavery will be highlighted, in addition to the later local campaigns for abolition. The talk provides an intriguing account of the role of slavery in Glasgow’s history, one which has been largely unacknowledged until recent times. Advance booking essential at glas gowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Tuesday 11th, 6.30pm-8pm
Heritage Transformed: the heartening rescue of JJ Burnet’s Arts and Crafts Gartnavel Chapel The Whisky Bond, 2 Dawson Road G4 9SS This talk tells the heartening story of a gallant Building Preservation Trust’s rescue from dereliction of Gartnavel Royal Hospital Chapel, to its fantastically appropriate new role as the stylish and
Heritage Transformed: Calman Cancer Support Centre (Gordon Kidd, City of Glasgow College)
dynamic base for Cancer Support Scotland. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoor sopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Wednesday 12th, 6.30pm-7.30pm
The New Glasgow Society The Whisky Bond, 2 Dawson Road G4 9SS Lesley Palmer, Vice Chair, will talk on the history, aims and interests of the New Glasgow Society. Covering 47 years in fifteen minutes, Lesley will promptly navigate through a period of significant change in Glasgow’s architectural history, paralleled with highlights of the Society’s own development. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Wednesday 12th, 7.30pm-7.45pm
Listing the 60s: Rediscovering Glasgow’s Postwar Past The Whisky Bond, 2 Dawson Road G4 9SS The talk will explore Glasgow’s Postwar heritage celebrating some of the great buildings, places and engineering feats of the city. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Wednesday 12th, 8pm-9pm
The Lost Buildings of Glasgow Glasgow Art Club, 185 Bath Street G2 4HU Glasgow is a dynamic city that has always embraced change. Buildings that seem so substantial are often forgotten soon after they are demolished. Buildings can be rather surprisingly almost mislaid and even occasionally they re-appear. This talk will celebrate these lost buildings through the historic archives held in the National Monuments Record of Scotland. Simon Green is an architectural historian at the Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Scotland. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Thursday 13th, 6.30pm-7.30pm For more information and the latest updates, visit us online - glasgowdoorsopenday.com 28
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Extending the Conservation Area
Glasgow’s Urban Model
Glasgow Art Club, 185 Bath Street G2 4HU Chris Platt discusses the issues of dealing with new architectural interventions in the conservation area of Pollokshields. He will contrast two Victorian Villa adaptations and will explore the issues of building anew with regards to restraints, authenticity & the protection of the existing. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday. com or 0141 554 4411. Thursday 13th, 7.45pm-8.45pm
Taster Bridge Lesson Buchanan Bridge Club, 4 Clairmont Gardens G3 7LW Have you ever thought about learning to play bridge? This is your opportunity to combine a visit to our club and have a FREE taster bridge lesson. buchananbc.co.uk Thursday 13th, 7.15pm-9.15pm; Saturday 15th & Sunday 16th, 2pm-4pm
The Tall Ship Workshop
Tenement Management: Old & New
Riverside Museum, 100 Pointhouse Place G3 8RS
Pearce Institute, 840-860 Govan Road G51 3UU See Monday 10th September for details. Second session this time in The Pearce Institute. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Saturday 15th, 10.30am-12.30pm
Glasgow’s Urban Model Lighthouse, 11 Mitchell Lane G1 3NU Come along to Scotland’s award-winning Centre for Design and Architecture to take the unrivalled opportunity to see your city like you’ve never experienced before. Thanks to high definition digital technology, the Glasgow Urban Model has generated in 3D more than 4,000,000 square metres of built environment to date, including Glasgow City Centre. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday. com or 0141 554 4411. Saturday 15th, 1pm-2.30pm
Clyde Maritime Trust, owners of SV Glenlee, will be opening its workshop in the Riverside Building, and showcasing the work done by volunteers and crew on the Tall Ship, Kelvinhaugh Ferry and other historic small vessels. Access also to Kelvin Harbour, to see the Kelvinhaugh Ferry. Visitors to workshop will get discounted admission to the SV Glenlee. Saturday 15th & Sunday 16th, 10am-4pm
icecream architecture van Custom Quay Amphitheatre, 222 Clyde Street G1 4JH icecream architecture’s 1971 mobile architectural office has been the centre of community consultation events across Glasgow. It’s parked alongside the Amphitheatre, Custom Quay; the underused space that has been the focus of their recent project. Come along to find
out more about the mission of Somewhereto_. Performances are also taking place in various locations on Sunday with the last performance at Custom Quay at 5pm. See website for more details. Sunday 16th, 10am-6pm
The Story of Glasgow in Four Chapters Glasgow Film Theatre, 12 Rose Street G3 6RB Compressing 800 years into a 40 minute talk, this presentation by Neil Baxter of the RIAS considers the evolution of Glasgow from a centre of pilgrimage to the world city of today. En route it introduces the 12th century bishop and marketing genius who got the whole thing going, the slaveowning plutocrats whose names are still in everyday use and the pivotal role of Glasgow’s weavers in the invention of world tourism. Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. Sunday 16th, 1pm-2pm
The Stories Behind Glasgow’s Street Names Lighthouse, 11 Mitchell Lane G1 3NU Come to this unique talk by Dr Bruce Durie, author of the new ‘Not A Guide To Glasgow’ (The History Press), exploring some of the stories behind Glasgow’s Street Names such as: Why is there a Drury Lane? Were there candles in Candleriggs? Was Rottenrow really rotten? Did William Wallace really ‘stock the well’ with English heads at Stockwell Street? What exactly is a ‘Gorbal’? Why is there no hall in Sauchiehall Street? Advance booking essential at glasgowdoorsopenday.com or 0141 554 4411. icecream architecture van Saturday 15th, 3pm-4pm For more information and the latest updates, visit us online - glasgowdoorsopenday.com
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Getting around We work hard to make sure that we are looking after our built heritage and we want to make sure we are looking after our environment as well. We encourage you to walk, cycle or use public transport to get to as many of our venues and events as possible. Walking
East End Shuttle Bus First time taking part in Doors Open Day? Why not try one of our self led trails between a few venues, designed by Walk Glasgow. For full details of the walks please see glasgowdoorsopenday.com Or why not create your own walking tour by incorporating several venues into your day? For help in finding a route go to walkit.com/glasgow
FREE Discover Festival has arranged a Free Shuttle bus service that runs from the front of the City Chambers at George Square to and from Provan Hall (building no. 40). Sat & Sun: f rom George Square at 10am, 11am, 12noon, 1pm, 2pm & 3pm from Provan Hall 10.30am, 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm, 3.30pm & 4pm
Castlemilk Shuttle Bus FREE
Cycling To help you get to as many venues as possible, why not cycle between them? Create your own bike tour and explore new areas of Glasgow. For help in finding an enjoyable route try glasgow.cyclestreets.net/ We have also highlighted which venues are close to the current cycle routes in Glasgow. Visit glasgowdoorsopenday.com to see some of our day trip suggestions. Remember to stay safe on the roads!
Cassilton Housing Association has kindly provided a free bus service to take passengers to the multi-award winning Stables building (Building no. 53) with one of the best views of Glasgow and Clyde Valley en route! Journey time is approximately 20 minutes. Please arrive in good time to board. Saturday: from George Square: 9.45am, 12.45pm & 2.45pm from Castlemilk Stables: 11am, 2.05pm & 4pm Sunday: from George Square: 10.45am & 12.30pm from Castlemilk Stables: 12noon & 2pm
Open Top City Centre Bus Tour
Public Transport
£4pp guided tour Tickets cannot be used on regular City Sightseeing services.
For information on public transport in Glasgow please see travelinescotland.com. There are a number of options when travelling throughout Glasgow: bus, train and the Clockwork Orange (Subway). Find the best way for you.
You can be transported through seven centuries of Glasgow’s architectural history on our special Doors Open Day City Sightseeing bus. Buy a ticket on the bus & hop on & off at any of the six special stops. For details of stops please see tour entry on page 24 Saturday only: from City Sightseeing Bus Stop, George Square West - 10am, 11am, 12noon, 2pm, 3pm & 4pm
12/75 North Glasgow Arts Route £1.85 one way Explore a series of recently commissioned public art works within the North of Glasgow by traveling on the No. 75 route. For full details please see tour entry on page 24.
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Competitions Wee Yins’ Glasgow Landmarks Glasgow Passport Photographic Competition Enter our special competition for children. In every participating Doors Open Day building there is a unique question. Visit any four buildings and find out the answer! Complete your passport form (available online or in participating buildings on the weekend of Doors Open Day) and submit it to us here at GBPT. You can email a scanned copy to doorsopenday@ gbpt.org, or post it to: Wee Yins Glasgow Passport, Room 16, Wellpark Enterprise Centre, 120 Sydney Street, Glasgow G31 1JF One entry per person. Entrants must be aged 16 or under. Closing date: Wednesday 3rd October 2012 Look at what you could win! «« Two passes for M&D’s Theme Park! «« Family ticket to the Waterworld at The Timecapsule! «« Family ticket for The Arches Christmas Show: The Ugly Duckling! «« Family ticket to the Opening night of Cinderella at The Kings Theatre! «« Family ticket to Aganeza Scrooge at the Tron Theatre!
This year Glasgow Building Preservation Trust is teaming up with The Mackintosh Heritage Group to offer you the chance to have your photograph displayed in Glasgow International Airport! You will also have the chance to have your photograph printed in The Evening Times & displayed as part of The Creative Mackintosh Festival exhibition in Glasgow Art Club. We are also giving away many exciting prizes donated by the organisations listed below! We ask that you take your best picture of one of Glasgow’s Landmark Buildings, be this the outside, inside or an interesting feature. Many of these buildings are also taking part in Glasgow Doors Open Day and are highlighted with the icon throughout the brochure. A full list of Landmark Buildings can be downloaded from glasgowdoorsopenday.com/competition To enter, email a low-resolution JPEG photograph to doorsopenday@gbpt.org along with your full name, age (optional), contact telephone number, name of Landmark Building & a chosen caption (optional). One entry per person. Closing Date: Wednesday 3rd October 2012. If you are selected as a finalist, a high resolution image will be requested. Look at what you could win! «« A VIP package for Glasgow International Airport!
«« Boozy Snoozy lunch for four at Blythswood Square Hotel!
«« Afternoon Tea for four at Willow Tea Rooms!
«« Afternoon Tea at The Grand Central Hotel!
«« Lunch for two adults & two children at The Art Lovers Café in House for an Art Lover!
«« Two pairs of tickets for a film of your choice at Glasgow Film Theatre!
«« Signed copy of Judith Bower’s Book: Stan Laurel & other Stars of the Panopticon – The Story of the Britannia Music Hall!
«« Mackintosh Goodie Bag from The Hunterian Art Gallery
«« Two pairs of tickets to see Scottish folk band, Runrig at the Barrowland Ballroom!
«« Roger Billcliffes’s book “Visiting Charles Rennie Mackintosh”
«« A year’s membership of the Charles Rennie Mackintosh Society
«« A Room with Breakfast at citizenM Hotel!
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DoorS Open Day Glasgow’s Built Heritage Festival
Glasgow Building Preservation Trust Room 16, Wellpark Enterprise Centre, 120 Sydney Street, Glasgow G31 1JF
Tel: 0141 554 4411 e: doorsopenday@gbpt.org w: glasgowdoorsopenday.com • gbpt.org
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Stained glass panels: Maryhill Burgh Halls (building no. 47)
in association with