Get into buildings and enjoy free events. 116 Buildings 50 Walks & Tours Talks, Events & Children’s Activities glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com In association with:
11—17th September 2017 A celebration of Glasgow’s architecture, culture & heritage.
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Now in its 28th year, Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival is back to throw open the doors of the city in celebration of Glasgow’s architecture, culture and heritage. Join us 11-17th September to get behind the scenes in some of Glasgow’s iconic historic buildings as well as working factories, breweries, theatres and more. With a whole new history, heritage and archaeology themed programme, featuring hundreds of open buildings, walks, talks, tours, exhibitions, special events and children’s activities, the city is yours to explore! Part of Scotland's Festival of Architecture 2017. • All of our events are FREE to attend, however some need to be booked in advance.* • Booking opens at 10am on 23rd August • Advance booking is required for some building tours, walks, talks and special events – see individual entries for booking instructions. Most events can be booked via glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
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*Glasgow Walking Lunch events have a cost attached to food consumed as part of the tour.
Access Due to their historic or unique nature, we regret that some venues are not fully accessible. Access is indicated in each listing and in more detail on our website. A limited number of BSL interpreters are available to book for certain walks & tours, please visit our website for details on eligible walks & tours and how to book. Electronic Notetaking will be available for a number of our talks at our pop-up festival hub at St. Andrew's in the Square. Please visit our website for details. This will be viewable by all audience members for selected talks and does not need to be booked. For the Family The majority of buildings and events are fun for children. We’ve highlighted key family activities on page 42. A dedicated children’s programme will be distributed to Glasgow primary schools in late August and will also be available online. GETTING AROUND Bike FREE bike hire from South West Community Cycles on Sat 16th and Sun 17th, 10am–4pm. Book your hire by calling 0141 632 7155. Train Travelling by train is one of the quickest and easiest ways to get around. ScotRail offer a range of great value tickets such as Kids Go Free (2 children can travel free with each adult) and the new Glasgow Days Out pass which includes 2 days of unlimited off-peak travel in and around Glasgow for just £34 for a family of 4. Remember that off-peak prices apply all day on Saturday and Sunday as well. More info at www.scotrail.co.uk Other Public Transport travelinescotland.com or call 0871 200 2233
Open Buildings At a glance... Monday 11th September
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Art Park (HAL) 16 The Back Garden 20 Bilson Eleven 12 Botanic Gardens Glasshouses 20 Britannia Panopticon 8 Cancer Support Scotland Centre 21 Centre for Contemporary Arts 8 Fairfield and Fairfield Heritage 16 Glasgow Cathedral 9 The Glasgow Police Museum 9 Glasgow Royal Concert Hall 9 Glasgow Women’s Library 12 Govan Old Church 17 Holmwood House 17 The Lighthouse 10 New Glasgow Society 22 Pinkston Watersports Centre 15 Pollok House 18 Pollokshaws Burgh Hall 18 Royal College of Physicians 10 and Surgeons of Glasgow Royal Conservatoire Of Scotland 10 Shearer Candles 19 St Aloysius Church 11 St. Mary of the Assumption 13 The Tall Ship - SV Glenlee 23 University of Glasgow Library 23 Woodlands Cottage 23 “The Hidden House” Tuesday 12th September
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Art Park (HAL) 16 Bilson Eleven 12 Botanic Gardens Glasshouses 20 Britannia Panopticon 8 Cancer Support Scotland Centre 21 Centre for Contemporary Arts 8 Fairfield and Fairfield Heritage 16 Flourish House 21 Glasgow Cathedral 9 The Glasgow Police Museum 9 Glasgow Women’s Library 12 Govan Old Church 17 Holmwood House 17 Kelvin Hall 21 Lambhill Stables 14 The Lighthouse 10 New Glasgow Society 22 The Olympia Building 12 Pinkston Watersports Centre 15 Pollok House 18 Pollokshaws Burgh Hall 18 Provand’s Lordship 10 Royal Conservatoire Of Scotland 10 Scotland Street School Museum 19 Shearer Candles 19 St Aloysius Church 11 St. Mary of the Assumption 13 The Tall Ship - SV Glenlee 23
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Art Park (HAL) 16 The Back Garden 20 Botanic Gardens Glasshouses 20 Britannia Panopticon 8 Cancer Support Scotland Centre 21 Castlemilk Stables 16 Centre for Contemporary Arts 8 Fairfield and Fairfield Heritage 16 Glasgow Cathedral 9 The Glasgow Police Museum 9 Glasgow Women’s Library 12 Govan Old Church 17 Greyfriars Garden 10 Holmwood House 17 Kelvin Hall 21 Lambhill Stables 14 The Lighthouse 10 New Glasgow Society 22 Pinkston Watersports Centre 15 Pollok House 18 Pollokshaws Burgh Hall 19 Provand’s Lordship 10 Royal Conservatoire Of Scotland 10 Scotland Street School Museum 19 Shearer Candles 19 St Aloysius Church 11 St Andrew’s Metropolitan Cathedral 11 St. Mary of the Assumption 13 The Tall Ship - SV Glenlee 23 University of Glasgow Library 23 Woodlands Cottage 23 “The Hidden House” Thursday 14th September
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Art Park (HAL) 16 The Back Garden 20 Botanic Gardens Glasshouses 20 Britannia Panopticon 8 Cancer Support Scotland Centre 21 Castlemilk Stables 16 Central Gurdwara Singh Sabha 21 Centre for Contemporary Arts 8 Fairfield and Fairfield Heritage 16 Flourish House 21 Glasgow Cathedral 9 The Glasgow Police Museum 9 Glasgow Women’s Library 12 Govan Old Church 17 Greyfriars Garden 10 Holmwood House 17 Kelvin Hall 21 Lambhill Stables 14 The Lighthouse 10 New Glasgow Society 22 The Olympia Building 12 Pinkston Watersports Centre 15 Pollok House 18 Pollokshaws Burgh Hall 18 Provand’s Lordship 10
Royal Conservatoire Of Scotland Scotland Street School Museum Shearer Candles St Aloysius Church St. Mary of the Assumption St. Columba Gaelic Church of Scotland The Tall Ship - SV Glenlee
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Friday 15th September
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The Anchor Line 8 Art Park (HAL) 16 The Back Garden 20 Britannia Panopticon 8 Cancer Support Scotland Centre 21 Central Gurdwara Singh Sabha 21 Centre for Contemporary Arts 8 Fairfield and Fairfield Heritage 16 Glasgow Cathedral 9 Glasgow Gurdwara Guru Granth Sahib 17 The Glasgow Police Museum 9 Glasgow Women's Library 12 Govan Old Church 17 Greyfriars Garden 10 Holmwood House 17 Kelvin Hall 21 Lambhill Stables 14 The Lighthouse 10 New Glasgow Society 22 Parkhead School 12 Partickhill Bowling & Community 22 Clubhouse and Green Pinkston Watersports Centre 15 The Pipe Factory 13 Pollok House 18 Pollokshaws Burgh Hall 18 Provand's Lordship 10 Royal Conservatoire Of Scotland 10 The Savings Bank 18 Scotland Street School Museum 19 Shearer Candles 19 St Aloysius Church 11 St. Margaret's Scottish Episcopal Church 19 St. Mary of the Assumption 13 The Tall Ship - SV Glenlee 23 Woodlands Cottage 23 " The Hidden House" Saturday 16th September
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The Anchor Line 8 Anderston Kelvingrove Parish Church 20 Arlington Baths Club 20 Art Park (HAL) 16 The Back Garden 20 Bilson Eleven 12 Botanic Gardens Glasshouses 20 Britannia Panopticon 8 Broomhill Church of Scotland 20 Buchanan Bridge Club 21 Caledonia Road Church 16 Camphill Gate 16
Cancer Support Scotland Centre 21 Castlemilk Stables 16 Central Gurdwara Singh Sabha 21 Centre for Contemporary Arts 8 Clydeport Building 8 Dalmarnock Leather Works 12 Eastwood Parish Church 16 Fairfield and Fairfield Heritage 16 Flourish House 21 Fossil Grove 21 GalGael Workshop 17 The Glasgow Art Club 8 Glasgow Cathedral 9 Glasgow Central Mosque 9 Glasgow City Free Church / 9 (St Vincent Street Church) Glasgow City Mission 9 Glasgow Evangelical Church 9 Glasgow Gurdwara Guru Granth Sahib 17 Glasgow Museums Resource Centre 17 The Glasgow Police Museum 9 The Glasgow School of Art Reid building 9 Glasgow Sheriff Court 10 Glasgow Women’s Library 12 Govan Old Church 17 Govanhill Baths 17 The Greek Thomson Sixty Steps 14 Greyfriars Garden 10 The Hidden Gardens 17 Holmwood House 17 House for an Art Lover 17 Hyndland Parish Church 21 Kelvingrove Bandstand 21 and Amphitheatre Kelvin Hall 21 Kelvin Hall - National Library of Scotland 22 Kelvinside Hillhead Parish Church 22 The Kings Theatre 10 Knightswood St. Margaret’s 22 Parish Church Lambhill Stables 14 The Lighthouse 10 Mackintosh Queen’s Cross 14 Madrasa Taleem Ul Islam 18 Maryhill Burgh Halls 14 The Merchants House of Glasgow 10 Mount Florida Primary School 18 National Theatre of Scotland 15 New Glasgow Society 18 New Victoria Gardens 18 The Olympia Building 12 Partick Curling Clubhouse 22 Partickhill Bowling & 22 Community Clubhouse and Green The Pearce Institute 18 Pinkston Watersports Centre 15 The Pipe Factory 13 Pollok House 18 Pollokshaws Burgh Hall 18 Pollokshaws West Railway Station 18
Pollokshields Church of Scotland 18 Provan Hall 13 Provand’s Lordship 10 Queen’s Park Camera Club- 18 Club Rooms Queen’s Park Govanhill Church 18 Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow 10 Royal Conservatoire Of Scotland 10 Royal Faculty of Procurators in Glasgow 10 The Savings Bank 18 School of Veterinary Medicine 15 Small Animal Hospital Scotland Street School Museum 19 Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre 23 Scottish Opera Headquarters 11 St Aloysius Church 11 St Andrew’s Metropolitan Cathedral 11 St Bride’s Episcopal Church 23 St. Columba Gaelic Church of Scotland 11 St. James’ Pollok Parish Church 19 St. Margaret’s Scottish Episcopal Church 19 St. Mary of the Assumption 13 St. Ninian’s Episcopal Church 19 STV 19 The Tall Ship - SV Glenlee 23 The Tenement House 11 Theatre Royal 11 Timorous Beasties 23 Printroom and Showroom The Tobacco Merchant’s House 11 The Trades Hall of Glasgow 11 Tramway 19 TS Queen Mary 19 West Boathouse 13 WEST brewery, The Templeton Building 13 The Whisky Bond, 15 Glasgow Sculpture Studios Woodlands Cottage 23 “The Hidden House” Sunday 17th September
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The Anchor Line 8 Anderston Kelvingrove Parish Church 20 Arlington Baths Club 20 Art Park (HAL) 16 Bilson Eleven 12 Bridgeton Bus Garage 12 Britannia Panopticon 8 Buchanan Bridge Club 21 Camphill Gate 16 Cathcart Hebrew Cemetery 16 Centre for Contemporary Arts 8 Citizens Theatre 16 The City Halls and Old Fruitmarket 8 Drygate Brewery 12 Fairfield and Fairfield Heritage 16 Flourish House 21 Garnethill Synagogue 8 The Glasgow Art Club 8
Glasgow Cathedral 9 Glasgow Central Mosque 9 Glasgow City Chambers 9 Glasgow Film Theatre 9 Glasgow Museums Resource Centre 17 The Glasgow Police Museum 9 The Glasgow School of Art Reid building 9 Glasgow Women’s Library 12 Govan Old Church 17 The Greek Thomson Sixty Steps 13 Greyfriars Garden 10 Holmwood House 17 House for an Art Lover 17 Kelvin Hall 21 Kelvin Hall- National Library of Scotland 22 Kelvinside Hillhead Parish Church 22 Kinning Park Complex 17 Knightswood St. Margaret’s 22 Parish Church The Lighthouse 10 Mackintosh Queen’s Cross 14 Madrasa Taleem Ul Islam 18 Maryhill Burgh Halls 14 New Glasgow Society 22 Partick Curling Clubhouse 22 Partickhill Bowling & 22 Community Clubhouse and Green Pinkston Watersports Centre 15 The Pipe Factory 13 Pollok House 18 Pollokshaws Burgh Hall 18 Pollokshaws West Railway Station 18 Provan Hall 13 Provand’s Lordship 10 Queen’s Park Camera Club- 18 Club Rooms Royal Conservatoire Of Scotland 10 The Savings Bank 18 Scotland Street School Museum 19 Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre 23 St Aloysius Church 11 St Andrew’s Metropolitan Cathedral 11 St. Columba Gaelic Church of Scotland 11 St. Francis Centre 19 St. James’ Pollok Parish Church 19 St. Margaret’s Scottish Episcopal Church 19 St. Mary of the Assumption 13 St. Ninian’s Episcopal Church 19 The Tall Ship - SV Glenlee 23 Tenement House 11 Timorous Beasties 23 Printroom and Showroom The Trades Hall of Glasgow 11 Tramway 19 TS Queen Mary 19 West Boathouse 13 WEST brewery, The Templeton Building 13 Woodlands Cottage 23 “The Hidden House”
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Buildings by area Central 1. The Anchor Line 16 St. Vincent Place, G1 2EU 1905-07, James Millar (Cat A) Built between 1905 and 1907 by James Millar, the Edwardian A-Listed Anchor Line building has been renovated from a former booking office into a stunning restaurant retaining original nautical emblems and details. Fri-Sun 9am - 12pm
2. Britannia Panopticon 113-117 Trongate, G1 5H 1857, Thomas Gillard & Robert HM McFarlane (Cat A) Come experience the world's oldest surviving music hall in the heart of Glasgow’s Merchant City where Stan Laurel made his debut in 1906. Find out about our Incredible, quirky, and in some cases downright disgusting past. Mon–Fri 12am–4pm. Sat–Sun 11-5pm. Meeting Point: Auditorium
3. Centre for Contemporary Arts (CCA) 350 Sauchiehall Street, G2 3JD 1867-68, Alexander Greek Thomson 1999-2001, Page/Park (Cat A) Previously home to The Third Eye Centre (1975-91), CCA is Glasgow's hub for the arts. Our year-round programme includes exhibitions, public engagement, film, music, literature, festivals, Gaelic and performance. Visit our exhibition, join a building tour or come to Take One Action's short film screening. Mon-Fri, Sun 10am–12am. Tours: 12pm. Sat 10am–1am. Tours: Building 8
tour: 11am, 2pm, 4pm ; Artist Tour: 1pm; BSL Building tour: 2pm. Sunday building tours: 11am, 2pm, 4pm. Meeting Point: CCA foyer. Sat - Sun: Take One Action Film Festival family short films, 2pm
NEW 4. The City Halls and Old Fruitmarket Candleriggs, G1 1NQ City Halls, 1841, George Murray. Old Fruitmarket, 1882, John Carrick. Both refurbished 2003-06, Civic Design. Acoustics by Arup Acoustics. Located in the heart of the Merchant City, the City Halls and Old Fruitmarket are amongst Scotland most prestigious venues. Get behind the scenes at the home of Celtic Connections and Glasgow Jazz Festivals and the BBC SSO and SCO. Tours: Sun 12pm, 2pm. 40 mins. Meeting Point: Box Office, main entrance on Candleriggs. Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
6. Garnethill Synagogue 129 Hill Street, G3 6UB 1877-79, John McLeod in consultation with N.S. Joseph (Cat A) Scotland’s first purpose-built Synagogue. As well as continuing to be an active place of workship, the building is the home of the Scottish Jewish Archive Centre and Museum. This “A” listed building features extensive high quality stained glass windows. Sun 10am–4pm
7. The Glasgow Art Club 185 Bath Street, G2 4HU 1833, John Baird alterations 1892-3 John Keppie and Charles Rennie Mackintosh (Cat A) The Glasgow Art Club founded in 1867 & recently restored has occupied two handsome Georgian terrace houses since 1893. The jewel is the Gallery largely designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh. Sat - Sun, 10am-4pm
5. Clydeport Building 16 Robertson Street, G2 8DS 1883-86, Sir John James Burnet (Cat A) Seldom open to the public, Clydeport’s building contains a number of fine features. French walnut panelling and Stephen Adam stained glass. Sat 10am–4pm
Clydeport Building © Neale Smith
8. Glasgow Cathedral Castle Street, G4 0QZ 1197;13th-15th Centuries 19th century Unknown (Cat A) Described as ‘the finest building of the 1200s now surviving in mainland Scotland’ Glasgow Cathedral is built over the burial place of the City’s founder and Patron Saint and is where the City’s Heritage begins. Mon–Fri 10am–4pm. Tours on request. Sat 10am–4pm. Tours every hour. Sun 1pm–4pm. Tours: 1pm & 3pm; 45–55 mins. Meeting Point: Society of Friends of Glasgow Cathedral Bookstall
9. Glasgow Central Mosque 1 Mosque Avenue, G5 9TA 1983-4 Glasgow Central Mosque is the first purpose-built mosque in Scotland. Visited weekly 5,000 times by Muslims mainly to pray or gain knowledge, and a large number of non-Muslims visit regularly to learn about Islam. Sat–Sun 11am–5pm. Tours: 11.30am, 12.30pm, 14.30pm, 15.30pm, 16.30pm; 30 mins. Meeting Point: Main Community Hall
10. Glasgow City Chambers 82 George Square, G2 1DU 1883, William Young (Cat A) In the heart of Glasgow stands one of the city’s most important and prestigious buildings. A combination of mosaic, marble and carved wood come together to create a wonderful civic palace. Sun 10am–4pm
11. Glasgow City Free Church (St Vincent Street Church) 265 St Vincent Street, G2 5QY 1859, Alexander “Greek” Thomson (Cat A) Take this opportunity to see inside one of our city’s most stunning pieces of architecture, which is also listed on
the World Monument Fund’s list of the world’s most endangered buildings – you’ll be amazed at the beautiful interior Sat 10–4pm
12. Glasgow City Mission 20 Crimea Street, G2 8PW 2009, Elder and Cannon Hear stories from men and women we’ve worked with since 1826. Share your own stories. Tour our building and experience our Urban cafe, take part in art classes and enjoy refreshments. Sat 11am–5pm. Tours: 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm, 3.30pm, 4.15; 45 mins. Meeting Point: Ground Floor
13. Glasgow Evangelical Church 20 Cathedral Square, G4 0XA 1878, John Honeyman (Cat A) Come and see John Honeyman’s 1878 italianate baroque masterpiece – the Category A listed building now home to Glasgow Evangelical Church. Following completion of the HLF funded repairs, the building is complete with new interpretation and tours on request. Sat 10am–4pm. Tours on request. 45mins
NEW 14. Glasgow Film Theatre 12 Rose St, G3 6RB 1939, James McKissack, WJ Anderson II (Cat B) Explore the recently refurbished historic Glaswegian institution. Scotland’s original independent cinema, GFT is housed within the former Cosmo Cinema. Opened in May 1939, this was the last cinema to be built in Glasgow before the outbreak of the Second World War. Sun 10am–1pm. Talk: 11am & 12pm. Projection box tours: 10am–1pm. Come early on the day to book tickets. Limited tour & talk tickets available from GFT from 10am on the day
15. The Glasgow Police Museum 1/1 30 Bell Street, G1 1LG 1904 Disover the history of the UK’s oldest police force and view an international display of police uniforms from all over the World. Mon–Sun 10am–4.30pm
NEW 16. Glasgow Royal Concert Hall 2 Sauchiehall St, G2 3NY 1990, Sir Leslie Martin Join a tour to see backstage at one of Scotland’s most prestigious venues where world renowed classical, jazz, pop, rock and folk artists take to the stage every year. Tours: Mon 11th, 11am, 3pm; 40 mins Meeting Point: Box office Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
17. The Glasgow School of Art Reid building 164 Renfrew Street, G3 6RF 2014, Steven Holl Architects & JM Architects Discover GSA’s unique collection of original Charles Rennie Mackintosh furniture on a guided tour. Visit the School’s recently completed Reid building to view exhibitions on the ground floor, browse the visitor centre and join a tour. Sat–Sun. Mackintosh at the GSA Tours: 10.30am, 11am, 11.30am, 12pm, 12.30pm, 1pm, 2pm, 2.30pm, 3pm, 3.30pm. Mackintosh’s Glasgow Walking Tours: 1.30pm. Meeting Point: 164 Renfrew Street. Booking essential via gsa.ac.uk/visit-gsa/doors-open-days or call 0141 353 4526.
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The Lighthouse 18. Glasgow Sheriff Court 1 Carlton Place, G5 9DA (Sat-Nav G5 9TW) 1986, Keppie Henderson (Cat B) Imposing purpose built courthouse for The Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service (SCTS), covers civil and criminal business and is the largest Court in the Estate. Highly polished interiors incorporate an imaginative use of timber, stone and daylight. Sat 10am–4pm. Tours on request: 45 mins. Meeting Point: Main Reception area.
19. Greyfriars Garden Shutte Street, G1 1QA 2012, ERZ Architects An urban garden space harking back to medieval Glasgow. Enjoy the variety of vegetables and flowers that grow in the 42 small raised beds and lose yourself in the wildflower meadow. Wed–Fri 11am–2.30pm. Sat–Sun 10am–5pm.
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20. The King's Theatre 297 Bath Street, G2 4JN 1904, Frank Matcham (Cat A) One of the finest remaining examples of Frank Matcham’s eclectic mix of styles. Busy working theatre receiving large scale musicals, drama, dance and pantomime. Sat Tour only: 9am, 9.30am, 10am, 10.30am, 11am; 40 mins. Meeting Point: King’s Theatre Foyer Booking Essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
23. Provand’s Lordship 3 Castle Street, G4 0RB 1471 (Cat A) Dating from 1471, Provand’s Lordship is Glasgow’s oldest remaining house which formed part of the Cathedral precinct. Having passed into secular and commercial use, it was saved from demolition by the Provands Lordship Society in the early 20th century. Tues–Sun 10am–5pm. Tours on request; 30 mins. Meeting Point: Museum Entrance
21. The Lighthouse 11 Mitchell Lane, G1 3NU 1895, Charles Rennie Mackintosh, 1999 Page/Park Architects (Cat B) Formerly The Herald Building, this was the first public commission Charles Rennie Mackintosh worked on and opened in 1895. Join tours to discover the history, see panoramic views of the city, and view our current exhibition ‘Lines of Thought’ celebrating the bicentenary of Alexander ‘greek’ Thomson’s birth. Mon–Fri 10.30am–5pm. Sat 10.30am–5pm. Tours: 12pm, 1pm, 2pm & 3pm. Sun 12pm–5pm, Tours: 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm Advance booking suggested, limited places available on the day, 0141 276 5365, thelighthouse@glasgow.gov.uk
24. Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow 232-242 St Vincent Street, G2 5RJ 1820, architect unknown; 1892 John James Burnet (Cat B) The College occupies four beautifully decorated 19th century houses. Come and see our collections of medical instruments, rare books, portraits and contemporary art. Mon 2pm–5pm (selected areas). Sat 10am–4pm
22. The Merchants House of Glasgow 7 West George Street, G2 1BA 1877, John Burnet One of the oldest charitable organisations in the city constituted in 1605 by the Letter of Guildry, which laid down the rights, duties and privileges of the Merchants and Craftsmen of Glasgow. View our Grand Hall, Directors and Lord Dean’s Rooms. Sat 10am-4pm
25. Royal Conservatoire Of Scotland 100 Renfrew Street, G2 3DB 1988, Sir Leslie Martin A chance to see behind the scenes of the world’s 6th best performing arts institution. Come unveil the mystique, to reveal the gritty soul and backbone of the creative industries; Music, Drama, Dance, Film & Production. Mon–Sun 9.30am–8pm. Tours 12pm, 2pm, 4pm; 45mins. Meeting Point: Main reception area. Advance booking suggested, limited places available on the day: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
26. Royal Faculty of Procurators in Glasgow 12 Nelson Mandela Place, G2 1BT 1857, Charles Wilson (Cat A) Italianate, “palazzo” style building; designed by Charles Wilson. Finely sculpted masks of legal figures forming keystones to the window
arches outside and richly decorated interior. Members’ law library which celebrates its 200th anniversary this year on upper floor. Sat 12pm–4pm
27. Scottish Opera Headquarters 39 Elmbank Crescent, G2 4PT (1849-1923) 1907, John Bennie Wilson (Cat B) The former headquarters of the Institution of Engineers and Shipbuilders in Scotland – now the administrative home of Scottish Opera. Commissioned by IESIS in 1907, it has a richly decorative interior, marble staircases and a stunning series of stained glass windows. Sun 11am–4pm
28. St Aloysius Church 25 Rose Street, G3 6RE 1908, Charles Jean Menart (Cat A) Voted one of the top 16 churches in the world to take your breath away (churchpop.com) this stunning building is lavishly decorated in the baroque revival style. Explore the interiors to marvel at spectacular mosaics and huge glazed dome. Mon–Fri 8.30am–5.30pm, Tours: 10am, 3pm; 1hr. Meeting Point: Church doors. Sat Mass times: 10am, 12:30pm, 5:45pm, No Tours. Sun Mass times: 9am, 10:30am, 12pm, 9pm, No Tours.
29. St Andrew’s Metropolitan Cathedral Clyde Street, G1 4JY 1816, James Gillespie Graham 2011 Page/Park (Cat A) Glasgow’s first post-Reformation Catholic church has stunning décor, contemporary artwork including Peter Howson’s St John Ogilvie, and Cloister Garden with memorial to the Arandora Star tragedy. Cloister Garden tours and talks on request, Wed: Cloister Garden, 11am–
2pm. Sat: Cathedral, 10am–4pm (Mass at 1pm), Tours 11.00am, 12 noon, 2pm and 3pm. Cloister Garden: 10am–4pm. Sun Cathedral: 10am–4pm (Mass at 10am & 12pm) Tours: 1.15pm, 2.30pm & 3.30pm. Cloister Garden: 10am –4pm. Meeting Point: Main entrance
30. St. Columba Gaelic Church of Scotland 300 St Vincent St, G2 4LY 1904, Tennent & Burke (Cat B) Early Gothic church which can accommodate more than 1000! A beautiful building, the nave is 112 feet long and 40 feet wide, the spire is 220 feet high, with pinnacles, a belfry stage, a niche and a canopy containing a statue of St. Columba. All welcome to explore! Thurs 12noon–2pm. Sat 10am–4pm. Sun 1pm–4pm, Tours on request; 15mins. Meeting Point: Chancel
33. The Trades Hall of Glasgow 85 Glassford Street, G1 1UH 1794, Robert Adam 1837-8, David Hamilton 1888, James Sellars View the wonderful interiors in this magnificent Adam building. Experience the work of Glasgow’s traditional Trades in the Museum which was originally a Free Trades School and see furniture and artifacts dating from the 1500’s. Sat 10am–4pm. Sun 10am–4pm. Tours on request; 30mins. Meeting Point: Entrance foyer
34. Theatre Royal 282 Hope Street, G2 3QA 1867, George Bell & Charles Phipps 2014, Page Park (Cat A) The performance home to both Scottish Opera and Scottish Ballet, and host to a variety of visiting performances. The theatre was transformed in 2014 following the dramatic extension of the 31. The Tenement House foyer spaces. 145 Buccleuch Street, G3 6QN Tour only. Sat 10am, 10.30am, 11am, 1892, Clarke & Bell (Cat B) 11.30am; 40 mins. Meeting Point: Ring the doorbell and step in for a rare Theatre Royal Foyer glimpse into life in Glasgow in the early Booking Essential: 20th century, in the four room house glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com lived in by short hand typist Miss Agnes Toward for over half a century. Tours Sat & Sun only: 10am, 10.45am, 11.30am, 1pm, 1.45pm, 2.30pm, 3.15pm, 4pm; 30mins. Meeting Point: Tenement House reception flat Booking required, 0141 333 0183, tenementhouse@nts.org.uk
32. The Tobacco Merchant’s House 42 Miller Street, G1 1DT 1775, John Craig (Cat A) 42 Miller Street is one of the last tobacco merchants’ houses in Glasgow’s Merchant City. Built in 1775 and restored in 1993, it is home to The Scottish Civic Trust. Discover the building’s history and the role of the Trust. Sat 10am–4pm
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Buildings by area East NEW 35. Bilson Eleven 10 Annfield Place, G31 2XQ 1851, James Salmon Discover Dennistoun’s Victorian heritage in a unique townhouse, now home to a restaurant. Come and see a special exhibition space dedicated to the building’s glorious past and enjoy an interactive and informal tour. Tours: Mon, Tues, Sat–Sun 11am, 1pm; 1 hour. Meeting Point: 10 Annfield Place Booking Essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
36. Bridgeton Bus Garage 76 Fordneuk Street, G40 3AH 1965, Glasgow Corporation The last purpose-built Glasgow Corporation bus garage. Home to the Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust. View vintage buses and commercial vehicles, transport-related artefacts and witness restoration activities in action. Tours: Sun 10am–4pm, every half hour; 45 mins. Meeting Point: On bus parked at Fordneuk Street gate Booking Essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
37. Dalmarnock Leather Works 273-289 Dunn Street, G40 3EA 18th Century, alterations 1870 (Cat A) A unique opportunity to visit Andrew Muirhead and Son’s historic Dalmarnock Leather Works as the Company opens its doors. See best practice manufacturing of modern seating leathers destined for the 12
worlds major airlines and public buildings. Tours: Sat 10am-4pm (last tour 3pm); 60mins. Meeting Point: Main Reception Booking Essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
Transformed: Remodelling a Library for the 21st Century ‘ Tour 1pm & ‘Get to know GWL’ (for Urdu Speakers) 2pm, ‘Get to know GWL’ Tour 3pm; 45mins. Meeting Point: Glasgow Women’s Library Front of House
NEW 38. Drygate Brewery 85 Drygate, G4 0UT Iconic industrial unit preserved to celebrate the functional heritage of 85 Drygate. Join us under the restored Seven Peaks on an informal & informative brewery tour: Learn about beer & the history of our brewery & the ancient heart of Glasgow. Tours every 30 minutes 12pm–6pm; 20mins
40. The Olympia Building 2-16 Orr St, Bridgeton Cross, G40 2QH 1911; 2012, George Arthur and Son; Page\Park Architects The Glasgow Centre for Population Health and University of Glasgow invite you to their offices at the Olympia Building to learn about its history, current uses and take in the panoramic views over the city. Tours: Tues, Thurs 5.30pm Sat 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm; 45mins. Meeting Point: Ground floor main entrance, outside library. Advance booking suggested, limited places available on the day: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
39. Glasgow Women’s Library 23 Landressy Street, G40 1BP 1906 (refurbished 2015), James Rhind; Collective Architecture Beautiful Category B listed Carnegie Library home to the unique Glasgow Women’s Library since 2013. Find out about this library, archive and its year round events dedicated to women’s lives, histories and achievements. Mon–Wed, Fri 9.30am–5pm, Thurs 9.30am–7.30pm, Sat & Sun 12pm–4pm, Tours: Daily ‘Get to know GWL‘ Tour 2pm, Thurs ‘Get to know GWL’ Tours; 2pm and 6pm, Sat ‘Opening the Doors to our Museum Stores’ Tour 1pm & ‘Get to know GWL’ (for Cantonese Speakers) Tour 2pm & ‘Get to know GWL’ Tour 3pm, Sun ‘Carnegie
41. Parkhead School 135 Westmuir Street, G31 5EX 1878, extended 1887. Alterations and additions 1889, Hugh H Maclure and Charles H Robinson A special opportunity to visit the old Parkhead School while it is being restored as a community enterprise centre. Tours will show the restoration work in progress. Tours: Fri 1:30pm, 2:30pm, 3:30pm; 45mins. Meeting Point: Westmuir Street site entrance Booking Essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
NEW 42. The Pipe Factory 42 Bain Street, G20 4LA 1877, Matthew Forsyth A chance to discover the history of this important building, built in 1877 as a clay pipe factory. Now housing a burgeoning contemporary arts space, we will invite you to see exhibitions, workshops and events! Fri, Sun 11am–6pm. Sat 11-6pm, Tour: 2pm
43. Provan Hall Auchinlea Park, G34 9NQ 16th Century Due for restoration and enhancement at the end of the year this is the last chance to see the amazing 15th Century buildings at Provan Hall in their current form. Sat, Sun 11am–4pm. Tours on the hour; 30mins. Meeting Point: Courtyard
44. St. Mary of the Assumption (Calton) 89 Abercromby Street, G40 2DQ 1842, Goldie And Child Celebrating its 175th year and benefiting from a period of sustained restoration. Built in the classic style it is the only church in the Archdiocese with a crypt and Celtic Football Club was started here in 1888 by Brother Walfrid. Mon–Sun 9am–6pm, Tours: 11am, 2pm. Meeting Point: Entrance
45. West Boathouse Clydesdale Amateur Rowing Club, The Weir, Glasgow Green, G1 5QA 1905, A.B. McDonald, Glasgow Corporation Office of Public Works The West Boathouse is the home of Glasgow’s oldest rowing club. Come and see this timber frame building still in active use and get out on the water with a taster session! Come and see the latest redevelopment proposals and test some interpretation activities! Sat, Sun 10am–4pm, tour available on request. To book taster session: secretary@ clydesdalearc.org.uk
NEW 46. WEST brewery, The Templeton Building Binnie Place, Glasgow Green G40 1AW Accompanied by one of our knowledgeable WEST guides, you will walk through our on-site brewery where you will learn about the history of WEST and how we brew our award winning beers using only water, barley, hops, and yeast. Tours: Sat, 11am, 2pm, Sun 12pm, 2pm; 30mins. Meeting Point: WEST Brewery, Bar & Restaurant Entrance. Booking Essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
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Buildings by area North NEW 47. The Greek Thomson Sixty Steps Queen Margaret Road, G20 6DP 1870, Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson Visit ‘Greek’ Thomson’s only structural project, with its sixty steps staircase sweeping around an immense retaining wall. Be one of the first visitors to the reclaimed garden and Belle Vue overlooking the Kelvin valley. Sat, Sun 10am-5pm
48. Lambhill Stables 11 Canal Bank North, G22 6RD c. 1812, rebuilt & modernised 2011 Original unknown/ rebuild Peter McAllister Lambhill Stables is a vibrant community facility in the north of Glasgow. Our two-hundred year old ‘B’ listed building and extensive gardens provide a range of opportunities for people of all ages to meet, gather, learn and grow. Tues–Fri 10am–4pm, tours on request. Sat 10am–4pm Canal boat tours (10am–4pm); 45mins. Meeting Point: In front of Lambhill Stables building
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49. Mackintosh Queen’s Cross 870 Garscube Road, G20 7EL 1897-9, Charles Rennie Mackintosh Mackintosh’s only church building was designed in its entirety (interior, exterior, furnishings, stained-glass and carving) by the young CR Mackintosh and completed in 1899. Authentic and original light-filled interiors. Sat 10am–2pm, Sun 10am–4pm
50. Maryhill Burgh Halls 10-24 Gairbraid Avenue, G20 8YE 1878, (Original) Duncan McNaughton Visit the Victorian halls of the historic burgh of Maryhill. The unique stained glass windows by artist Stephen Adam tell the story of Maryhill’s industrial and social past. Sat/Sun 11am–3pm. Tours: 11am, 2pm; 60mins. Meeting Point: Ground Floor Reception Bookings: call 0141 946 5149 or email heritage@mbht.org.uk
NEW 51. National Theatre of Scotland 125 Craighall Road, G4 9TL 2016, Hoskins Architects A unique chance to explore behind the scenes at Rockvilla, the National Theatre of Scotland’s new facility, and meet the team, with interactive tours of the building, intros to technical theatre, exhibits and a workshop. Tours every half an hour: Sat 10am– 5pm; Behind the scenes tour every half an hour 10.30-4.30, 45 minutes. Meeting Point: Reception desk Advance booking suggested, limited places available: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
NEW 52. Pinkston Watersports Centre 75 North Canal Bank Street, G4 9XP 2014, Scottish Canals A chance to find out about the creation of Scotlands only artificial white water course and the history of the site that once hosted Pinkston Power Station. Mon–Sun 10am–4pm, Tours: 1.30pm; 30–40mins. Meeting Point: On the decking
53. School of Veterinary Medicine Small Animal Hospital 464 Bearsden Road, G61 1BD 2009, Davis Duncan (now Archial Architects) Behind the scenes tour of the University of Glasgow’s award-winning purpose-built Small Animal Hospital. The hospital is one of the most sophisticated in Europe and is a flagship for the School of Veterinary Medicine. Tour every half an hour: Sat 10:00am–4:00pm. Meeting Point: Small Animal Hospital Reception Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
The Whisky Bond © Alan Dimmick 54. The Whisky Bond, Glasgow Sculpture Studios 2 Dawson Road, G4 9SS The Whisky Bond was built in 1957. Renovated in 2012 as a creative centre for artists and designers, Glasgow Sculpture Studios open their doors to show you first-class sculptural production facilities. Tour: Sat 11.00am, 1pm, 2pm & 3pm; 40mins. Meeting Point: Reception at The Whisky Bond Booking essential: call 01413533708 or email information@glasgowsculpturestudios.org
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Buildings by area South 55. Art Park (HAL) House for an Art Lover, 10 Dumbreck Road, G41 5BW 1800/2014, Studio Pavilion; ZM Architecture, HC unknown ART PARK features an educational facility, the Heritage Centre, which showcases the rich history of Bellahouston and the surrounding area, as well as a contemporary art gallery and busy studios Mon–Sun 11am–4pm
56. Caledonia Road Church Caledonia Road, G5 0SJ 1857, Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson The iconic Caledonia Road Church has been activated by WAVEparticle as a space for use by the local community and by artists from Glasgow, Scotland and beyond. Enjoy a Psychic Dérive, whereby bakelite slide viewers allow participants to peer into the past of this historic landmark, also a film that captures the past year of events, performances and exhibitions in the space and Freedom from Torture’s therapeutic garden. Sat 2pm-5pm
NEW 57. Camphill Gate 988-1008a Pollokshaws Road G41 2HA 1906, John Nisbet Unique ‘Glasgow Style' tenement built in 1906, designed with a private roof garden giving stunning views over Queens Park and West of the City. This is the first time it has been open to the general public. 16
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58. Castlemilk Stables 59 Machrie Road, G45 0AZ 1790 (2007), David Hamilton (Elder and Cannon) Discover Castlemilk’s oldest surviving building, see the magnificent 15 foot high fireplace that once graced the now demolished Castlemilk House. Learn about the Stuart family and their love of horses on a visit to the beautiful restored former stables block. Wed 2pm–5pm, Tours: 2.30pm, 3.30pm, 4.30pm; 30mins. Thurs 5pm–7pm, Tours: 5.30pm, 6.30pm. Sat 10am–4pm, Tours: 10.30am, 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm, 3.30pm; 30 mins. Meeting Point: Fireplace
59. Cathcart Hebrew Cemetery 131 Netherlee Road, G44 3YL 1930, extended 1972, Unknown We will host an exhibition ‘Gathering the Voices’ telling the stories of refugees from Nazi Germany with talks about holocaust survivors. Local artist Lynn Wolfson, designer of Scotland’s only permanent holocaust memorial sculpture, housed in the prayer hall, will also speak. Sun 10am-4pm
60. Citizens Theatre 119 Gorabals Street, G5 9DS 1876, Campbell Douglas A unique opportunity to take a guided tour around this iconic theatre and hear about the vibrant history of its Gorbals home. Explore backstage areas and get up close to hidden gems under the stage. Tours fill up quicklyearly booking recommended! Tours: Sun 10.15am, 11.00am, 11.45am, 12.30pm, 1.15pm, 1.45pm; 40mins. Meeting Point: Main Foyer Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
61. Eastwood Parish Church 5 Mansewood Road (off Thornliebank Road) G43 1TW 1862-63, Charles Wilson/David Thomson Gothic cruciform Church with tower, spire and stained glass by various artists. Slide show and fact sheets about windows. Principal benefactor Sir John Stirling Maxwell and info on the 400 year connection with his estate. Sat 10am–4pm
62. Fairfield and Fairfield Heritage 1048 Govan Road, G51 4XS 1890. Honeyman & Keppie Come and learn about the Clyde’s great shipbuilding history in the Category A Listed former office headquarters of the prestigious Fairfield shipyard. You will be able to see the displays in the former managers’ rooms and parts of the building. Mon–Fri 1pm–4pm, Sat/Sun
10am–4pm. Tours: Wed, Sat 7pm; 90–120mins. Meeting Point: Entrance Hall Booking essential for tours: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
NEW 63. GalGael Workshop 15 Fairley Street, G51 2SN 1891 extended 1904 Come and see GalGael’s busy workshop in operation. From the woodwork and boat building taking place in our workshop to the milling and processing in our timber yard. Our premises also include a blacksmiths forge. Sat 11am–3.30pm, tours on request Tours: Wed, Thurs, Fri 1pm; 40mins Meeting Point: Entrance Booking essential for tours: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
64. Glasgow Gurdwara Guru Granth Sahib 37 Albert Drive, G41 2PE 2013, CRGP Scotland’s first purpose built Sikh Gurdwara, Inspired by traditional South Asian architecture, this £4m complex, designed and built by Scottish companies adds to the elegance of the Gurdwara Skyline. Please cover your head whilst in the Gurdwara – you can bring your own scarf or head covering (please note, hats/caps are not acceptable); Please remove your shoes (there is a place to store your shoes); Please do not drink alcohol or smoke cigarettes before you arrive; Please do not bring meat, alcohol or tobacco products into the Gurdwara. . Fri, Sat 10am-4pm, tours on request; 30mins. Meeting Point: Main entrance inside foyer
65. Glasgow Museums Resource Centre 200 Woodhead Road, G53 7NN 2003, 2009, Civic Design & Glasgow City Council Glasgow Museums Resource Centre (GMRC) houses a vast collection of objects from around the world. Glasgow Museums can only display a fraction of our collections at any one time: the rest is stored at GMRC. Tour Only Sat 10:30,11.30,12.30, 13.30 and 14:30.Tours: Sun 11:30, 12:30, 13:30, 14:30; 1 hour. Meeting Point: Reception Booking essential; 0141 276 9300, GMRCBookings@glasgowlife.org.uk
66. Govanhill Baths 99 Calder Street, G42 7RA 1917, A B MacDonald The last chance to visit this beautiful 100 year old Edwardian bathhouse in its existing state before major refurbishment in 2018/19. Sat, 12.30pm; 30mins. Meeting Point: Entrance Foyer Booking essential; 0141 433 2999, info@govanhillbaths.com 67. Govan Old Church 866 Govan Road, G51 3UU 1888, Robert Rowand Anderson (Cat A) Visit Govan Old Church and travel back over 1,000 years to the golden age of the Kingdom of Strathclyde. Explore Govan’s Celtic sculptured crosses, Viking hogback gravestones and the mysterious Govan Sarcophagus. Mon - Fri 1pm-4pm, 20mins, Sat Sun 10am-4pm, Tours on request; 20mins. Meeting Point: Front Door
68. The Hidden Gardens Access through Tramway, 25a Albert Drive, G41 2PE 2003, NVA Go on a guided walk to discover the hidden past of this unique place, from its days as an 18th century plant nursery to its transformation from
industrial dereliction into a wildlife haven and place of tranquillity. Wildlife activities from RSPB all day and a picnic concert from 5-6pm (see events) Sat 10am-7pm, Tours at 1.30; 2.30; 3.30; 4.30; 5.30; 40mins Urdu, Tour at 12.30pm, Concert 5-6pm Meeting Point: The Chimney
69. Holmwood House 61-63 Netherlee Road, G44 3YU 1858, Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson Masterfully designed but surprisingly cosy. Holmwood is a family home with a grand imagination behind it. Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson designed the house for paper magnate James Couper and his wife in 1857-58. Mon - Sun 12pm - 5pm (last entry 4.30pm)
70. House for an Art Lover 10 Dumbreck Road, Bellahouston Park, G41 5BW Completed in 1996, Original design by Mackintosh, realized by Graham Roxburgh Designed by Mackintosh in 1901 as an elegant country retreat for a person of taste and culture. Realised in materials, craftsmanship and dimensions as closely as possible to the original specifications in the magnificent grounds of Bellahouston Park. Sat - Sun 9.30am - 12.30pm, Tours 9.30am & 10.45am; 30mins Meeting Point: Outside the House for an Art Lover Shop
NEW 71. Kinning Park Complex 43 Cornwall Street , G41 1BA 1906, Unknown Come and learn more about the history and future plans of the KPC and visit a range of artist's studios to find out more about their work. Sun 12am-4pm. Tours on request; 30-60mins. Meeting Point: Kinning Park Complex 17
72. Madrasa Taleem Ul Islam 161 Nithsdale Rd, G41 5QS Circa 1878, Unknown B-Listed Thomsonesque Villa renovated as a Mosque. Discover unique features such as a spiral staircase and an alcove decorated with an intricate mirror mosaic. Browse our mini exhibition, learn about the Mosque and enjoy some tasty refreshments. Sat - Sun 10am-4pm
73. Mount Florida Primary School 1127 Cathcart Road, G42 9HF 1897, H & D Barclay Mount Florida Primary School celebrates 120 years. Grab a glimpse of the past, present and future of this fabulous school on Glasgow’s southside. Sat 10am-4pm, Tours on Request; 30mins. Meeting Point: Lower hall of the school
74. New Victoria Gardens 55 Glenapp Street, G41 2NQ 1871 New Victoria Gardens has been in existence since at least 1871. 74 allotments display diverse gardening styles, a central green, our communal garden - Albert Square and a wildlife garden. Sat 10am-4pm
75. The Pearce Institute 840-860 Govan Road, G51 3UU 1906, Sir Rowand Anderson, (Cat A) Situated in the heart of Govan, the Pearce Institute is a building steeped in history, gifted to the working men and women of Govan. Sat Tour Only: From 12noon (half hour slots throughout day) last tour at 4pm; 30mins. Meeting Point: Reception area
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76. Pollok House 2060 Pollokshaws Rd, G43 1AT 1752 additional alterations 1888-1908, Allan Dreghorn and Robert Rowand Anderson You can visit the Upper House, packed full of period furniture & furnishings, as well as the UK’s finest collection of Spanish art. Below stairs the Servant’s Quarters show you the realities of running a country house. Sat - Sun 10am-5pm (last admission 4.30pm); Mon-Fri free access is restricted to servant’s quarters only 10am-4pm
79. Pollokshields Church of Scotland 525 Shields Road, G41 2RF 1877/78 (Church building), 1912-14 (Interior alterations) Robert Baldie (Church building), Peter McGregor Chalmers (Alterations) (Cat B) B listed Gothic style church boasting 60 brilliantly coloured stained glass windows, the largest being almost 7.5 x 5m, together with a magnificent Harrison & Harrison pipe organ dating from 1913, still in regular use. Sat 10am-4pm
80. Queen’s Park Camera Club Club Rooms 77. Pollokshaws Burgh Hall 54 Millbrae Road, G42 9UG 2025 Pollokshaws Road, off Christian The understated exterior of Queen’s Street, G43 1NE Park Camera Club rooms does little to 1897/98: Upgraded by GCC 1968/69, reveal the activities of Glasgow’s longest Sir Robert Rowand Anderson (Cat A) running camera club. Since 1954 Designed by Sir Robert Rowand amateur and professional photographers Anderson, Scotland’s Premier have met in the building to explore the Architect. Commissioned by Sir John art and science of photography. Stirling Maxwell as a Public Hall, Sat - Sun 10am-4pm he gifted it to Pollokshaws Burgh in 1898. This overlooked masterpiece is an irreplaceable rare “Heritage Icon” in regenerating Pollokshaws Village. 81. Queen’s Park Govanhill Church Tours include a trip up the clock tower! 170 Queen’s Drive, G42 8QZ (See events for further details of (Cat B) 1875 (Renovation 2006) James programme) Thompson/(Renovation) John Nicolson Mon - Sun 10am-4pm, Introduction Church with active congregation. and tour from 10.30 hourly until Memorial windows to Jane Harding who 3.30pm; 45mins. Meeting Point: Entry died in Auschwitz. Stencil design and foyer. Suitable footwear required. window design by Daniel Cottier. Sat 10am-4pm 78. Pollokshaws West Railway Station 2092 Pollokshaws Road, G43 1AT 1948 (Renovated 2013) Original architect unknown (Renovated in 2013 by Richard Shorter) The oldest surviving railway station building in current operation in Glasgow. Refurbished in 2013 it is now a base for South West Community Cycles. Sat - Sun Tour Only: 10am, 12 noon, 2pm; 30mins. Meeting Point: Front Entrance of South West Community Cycles Building
82. The Savings Bank 67 Bridge Street, G5 9JB 1888, John Gordon (Cat B) Entering through the granite pillars and wrought iron gates will take you into a recently closed poker den where once Victorian morals of thrift and virtue held fast. Fri, Sat, Sun 11am-6pm, Tours 12:30, 14:30, 16:30; 30mins. Meeting Point: Table in corridor Advance booking suggested, limited places available on the day: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
83. Scotland Street School Museum 225 Scotland Street, G5 8QB 1903-1906, Charles Rennie Mackintosh, (Cat A) Designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Scotland Street School Museum offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. See what school days were like during the reign of Queen Victoria, in World War Two, and in the swinging 60s. Tues - Thurs, Sat 10am-5pm, Fri, Sun 11am - 5pm, Tues - Fri Tour 1.30pm; 110 minutes. Meeting Point: Drill Hall, Ground floor
NEW 84. Shearer Candles 23 Robert Street, G51 3HB 2000 + 2007, Bell Buildings Founded in 1897 on the outskirts of Glasgow, Shearer Candles is the UK’s longest established lifestyle candle company. Learn about our 120 year company history, and get a behind the scenes insight into candlemaking in our factory. Mon- Fri, Tour Only: 12pm 1pm 2pm 3pm; 30 mins. Meeting Point: Factory Shop Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
85. St. Francis Centre 405 Cumberland Street, G5 0SE 1868 (dated); rebuilt 1878-81 Gilbert Blount, rebuilt by Pugin and Pugin chancel and chapels completed 1895. (Cat A) The magnificent gothic grandeur of St Francis Centre is breath-taking with beautiful alters and private chapel which makes it well worth your visit. Staff will be available to offer tours and talks throughout the day. Sun 10am-4pm, Tours on request; 20 mins. Meeting Point: Café
86. St. James’ Pollok Parish Church 183 Meiklerig Crescent, G53 5NA Originally Titwood Established Church 1893, moved and rebuilt 1951 H. E. Clifford, Thomson, McCrae & Saunders Come and visit our Mini-Cathedral set in a Glasgow Urban Priority Area. St. James’ (Pollok) Church has a wonderful history for you to explore. Look out from the Church towards the famous Crookston Castle. Sat 10am-4.30pm, Sun 1-4.30 Tours on request; 20mins Meeting Point: Church Sanctuary 87. St. Margaret’s Scottish Episcopal Church 353/355 Kilmarnock Road, G43 2DS 1908-1935, Peter MacGregor Chalmers/Gordon Galloway (Cat B) A superb example of neo-Romanesque architecture, harmoniously proportioned with thick walls, small windows, round arches and a barrelvaulted roof. There are noted stained glass windows, mosaics and an oral history exhibition. Visit and enjoy a welcoming peaceful space. Fri - Sat 10.00 am - 4.00 pm Sun 10.00 am - 4.00 pm (service taking place 10:30a-11:45am)
88. St. Ninian’s Episcopal Church 1 Albert Dr. G41 2PF 1872 and 1887, David Thomson, (Cat B) St Ninian’s, by David Thomson was the first Episcopal church to be built on the south side of Glasgow. The most distinguishing features are the magnificent stained glass windows and the Sanctuary Murals by William Hole. Sat 10am-4:30pm, Sun 1pm-4:30pm
89. STV Pacific Quay, G51 1PQ 2006, Parr Architects Scotland’s leading digital media brand opens its doors for a behind the scenes look at our Glasgow studios as we celebrate our 60th anniversary year. Sat Tours 10am, 10.45am, 11.30, 12.15, 1pm, 1.45, 2.30, 3.15; 30mins Meeting Point: Building reception Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
90. Tramway 25 Albert Drive, G41 2PE 1893, conversion to theatre in 1988 Explore 29 years of Tramway’s history as an arts venue, with backstage tours, a drop-in workshop and a chance to delve into our archive. We are also collecting visitors’ stories: tell us your tales of Tramway! Sat - Sun 10am-5pm, Tours 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm; 45mins Meeting Point: Box office Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
NEW 91. TS Queen Mary Glasgow Science Centre, 50 Pacific Quay, G51 1EA 1933, William Denny & Brothers Friends of TS Queen Mary offer a unique opportunity for a limited number of people to get on board Queen Mary as she is being restored and learn about the history of “The Glasgow Boat” Tour Only Sat - Sun 10.00am 11.30am 1.00pm 2.30pm; 60mins Meeting Point: Gangway on Pacific Quay (by Science Centre Tower) Advance booking suggested, limited places available on the day: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
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Buildings by area West 92. Anderston Kelvingrove Parish Church 759 Argyle Street, G3 8DS 1967, Honeyman Jack and Robertson (Cat B) Category B building built in the Brutalist style of the 1960’s when concrete was king. Iconic green pyramid design visible over a wide part of the city; amazing sanctuary with its soaring pyramid roof of wood and glass. Sat 11am–3pm Sun 1pm–3pm. Tours available upon request; 30mins. Meeting Point: Inside front entrance
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93. Arlington Baths Club 61 Arlington Street, G3 6DT 1871, Original John Burnett; 1875 first extension; 1893, 2nd & 3rd extension, Andrew Myles; 1902, 4th extension Benjamin Conner (Cat A) Arlington Baths Club built in 1870 is the oldest private club of its kind in Europe. A fine example of Victorian architecture the main facade is well proportioned and gives an effect of modest Classicism. Tours: Sat/Sun 9.30am–4.00pm; 30mins. Meeting Point: Members lounge
94. The Back Garden Off Brechin Street, G3 7HF 2011, Mast The heart of sandstone tenements, this urban garden, yards from busy Argyle Street houses a tool shed, a polytunnel, a greenhouse, 5 raised beds growing various crops & a mini orchard; all produce shared by members. Mon 2pm–4.30pm, Wed 12pm– 2pm, Thurs 6.30pm–7.30pm, Fri 10am–12noon, Sat 11am–4pm
95. Botanic Gardens Glasshouses 730 Great Western Road, G12 0UE 1875 circa (+ modifications) Tour behind the scenes at the Botanic Gardens. A member of staff will lead an informative walk through the glasshouses that are not usually open to the public, including the secretive ‘filmy fern house’. Tours: Mon–Thurs, Sat 2pm; 60mins. Meeting Point: Kibble Palace glasshouse
96. Broomhill Church of Scotland 64-66 Randolph Road, G11 7JL 1899,1902–1905, Stewart and Paterson We are creating a building fit for worship in 21st Century. Visit our new Marlborough sanctuary and see how we use audio-visual technology. More exciting improvements are planned. Seeing is believing. Sat 10am–4pm
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97. Buchanan Bridge Club 4 Clairmont Gardens, G3 7LW 1857, In the style of Charles Wilson (Cat A) The Park area mansions were ‘the place to live’ in 1850’s and our amazing A-listed Victorian townhouse retains innumerable original features. Originally home of David Hutcheson– now a Bridge Club, view our exhibition and archive materials. Sat–Sun, 10am–4pm, Tours on request; 15– 20mins. Meeting Point: Front Door. Sample lessons Sat and Sun 2 pm.
98. Cancer Support Scotland Centre 75 Shelley Road, Gartnavel Campus, G12 0ZE 1904 renovated and extended 2012 Sir John James Burnett (AustinSmith: Lord) (Cat B) Home to Cancer Support Scotland, a beautifully restored arts and crafts styled Sir John James Burnet building built in 1904 formally as the Royal Gartnavel Chapel. A bright, welcoming space with a relaxing atmosphere. Mon–Sat, 10am–4pm. Sat–Sun Tours on request; 20mins. Meeting Point: Upstairs Reception
NEW 99. Central Gurdwara Singh Sabha 174-176 Berkley Street, G3 7HY 2015 The £8.5 million project which proudly sits as Scotland’s largest, purpose built Gurdwara has altered Glasgow’s skyline forever with the Gold Dome
glistening in the skyline. Come and experience the love and generosity of the Sikhs and eat in the Gurdwara’s open kitchen which serves free food to all visitors who attend in every Gurdwara around the world! Please cover your head upon entering the Gurdwara (no hats or baseball caps, bandanas and scarfs available to borrow). No alcohol, meat or tobacco is permitted in the Gurdwara premises. Please dress modestly. Thurs–Sat 10am–4pm, Tours on request; 30mins Meeting Point: Reception Desk
100. Flourish House 23-25 Ashley Street, G3 6DR 1924, Eric Alexander Sutherland (Cat B) Striking category B listed building still retains its austere and imposing appearance. Now the heart of a vibrant mental health clubhouse, join us as we open our doors to public to celebrate 20 years of Flourish House. Sat–Sun 10am–4pm. Tours: Tues, Thurs 11.30am, 2pm; 30mins. Meeting point: Café space Booking essential: 0141 333 0099, info@flourishhouse.org.uk
NEW 101. Fossil Grove Victoria Park, G14 9NY Circa 1890, Unknown Fossil Grove houses a unique collection of fossil trees, formed 325 million years ago and originally part of a vast forest which eventually became the coal that powered Glasgow’s industry. Sat 10am–4pm
NEW 102. Hyndland Parish Church 81 Hyndland Road, G12 9JE 1887, William Leiper (Cat A) Be uplifted and inspired by the beauty and peace of this Leiper building. View the exquisite windows and flowers and
hear about the lives behind the names on the WW1 Memorial. Sat 10am–4pm
103. Kelvingrove Bandstand and Amphitheatre Kelvin Way, G12 8NR 1924, 2014, James Millar, Glasgow Public Parks Department (Cat B) The only bandstand left in Glasgow having been restored to its former glory, visit this charming open-air venue situated in the picturesque Kelvingrove Park. From 2–3pm there will be live music from Enterprise Music Scotland for National Chamber Music Day. Sat 10am–4pm, Tours: 11am, 3.30pm, Music 2–3pm Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
104. Kelvin Hall 1445 Argyle Street, G3 8AW Built 1927 and reopened after refurbishment in August 2016 Kelvin Hall is a partnership building which hosts fantastic Glasgow Club facilities alongside the Hunterian Collections Study Centre, and study collection Glasgow Museums stores and the Moving Image Archive at National Library of Scotland Access Centre. Find out more about the Hunterian at Kelvin Hall with a behind the scenes collections store tour or drop in Sat 16th for object handling. Mon - Sun 10am-5pm, Building Tours Tues & Thurs 11am, Fri 1.30pm, Sat 11am & 1.30pm, Sun 1.30pm. Meeting Point: Reception Area. Hunterian Collections Tours Sat 16th 12pm; 1pm; 2pm; 3pm; 30mins; bookable on the day from outside the Hunterian Collections Study Centre on Level 1 from 11.45am, limited places first come first served. Object Handling Sat 12-4pm Booking essential: 0141 276 1450 KelvinHallTours@glasgowlife.org.uk
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105. Kelvin Hall: National Library of Scotland 1445 Argyle Street, G3 8AW Built 1927 and reopened after refurbishment in August 2016 Learn more about the National Library of Scotland at Kelvin Hall. View our extensive digital resources that showcase world class collections including maps, books and manuscripts. Go behind the scenes at the Moving Image Archive and learn how Scotland’s film, video and digital collections are preserved and made accessible. Sat/Sun 10am–5pm, Tours available throughout day; bookable on the day via 0845 366 4629 (max 10 places per tour) 60mins. Meeting Point: National Library Reception
106. Kelvinside Hillhead Parish Church Saltoun Street /Observatory Road G12 9AG 1876, James Sellers Originally built on a winning design based on Sainte Chapelle, this building has stood as a place of worship for 140 years and still fulfils its original function as a place of sanctuary and community. Sat 10am–4pm, Sun 10am–4pm (Service 11am–12noon) Tours upon request; 20 mins. Meeting Point: Underneath the Gallery
107. Knightswood St. Margaret’s Parish Church 2000 Great Western Road G13 2HA 1932, Sir Robert Lorimer The stonebuilt Category B listed Knightswood St. Margaret’s Parish Church, designed by the well known architect Sir Robert Lorimer, dominates Knightwood Cross and inside, with its lofty wooden ceiling and beautiful stained glass windows, has the appearance of a mini-cathedral. It also houses a musical gem- the 150 year old Father Willis Organ. Sat 10am–4pm, Sun 1pm–4pm, tours on request; 15 mins. Meeting Point: Front sanctuary.
108. New Glasgow Society 1307 Argyle Street, G3 8TL (Cat C) The New Glasgow Society opens up its recently curated archives to the public with a rich array of material from the organisation's 50 year history, sharing stories of the society, its campaigns and most importantly items which chart the rich architectural heritage of Glasgow itself. Mon–Sun 11am–5pm 22
109. Partick Curling Clubhouse Enter from Victoria Park Drive North, G14 9NW 1900 Curling is one of Scotland’s oldest sports. Sadly, few outside rinks with clubhouses have survived. Rarely open to the public, this clubhouse takes you back to an age when members were annually able to play outside. Sat–Sun 10am–4pm
110. Partickhill Bowling & Community Clubhouse and Green 46 Partickhill Road, G11 5BY 1905, Unknown This traditional lawn bowling clubhouse has been carefully renovated to retain its original features and serve as a community hub. Come and explore the clubhouse, and its exhibitions of history and development. Enjoy its peaceful garden and try a game! Fri–Sun 10am–4pm
111. Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre 8–10 Balcarres Avenue, G12 0QF Described as “a jewel in a box and a hidden gem”. Running a family programme of shows/workshops, see www.maskandpuppet.co.uk - What’s On. Inside contains a theatre, cafe, exhibits, library, FX department and workshops. Sat/Sun 10am–4pm, shows 11am, 1pm, 3pm tours follow shows; 30mins. Meeting Point: Foyer
Knightswood St. Margaret’s Parish Church
St Bride’s Episcopal Church
112. St Bride’s Episcopal Church 69 Hyndland Road, G12 9UX 1907-1915, GF Bodley (leading architect of English Gothic Revivalism and designer of the Washington National Cathedral, USA) (Cat B) St Bride’s has been present in Hyndland for just over 100 years. View an exhibition of designs and photos from its early days and throughout its history. Sat 10am–4pm
113. The Tall Ship — SV Glenlee 150 Pointhouse Place, G3 8RS 1896, Anderson Rodger–Shipbuilder The Glenlee was built at the Bay Yard in Port Glasgow and was one of a group of 10 steel sailing vessels built to a standard design for the Glasgow shipping firm of Archibald Sterling and Co. Ltd. Mon–Sun 10am–5pm, last admission 4:30pm. Tours: Sat/ Sun 11am, 11:30am, 12pm and 12:30pm; 60 mins. Meeting Point: Main mast on the weather deck of the ship. Booking essential for tours: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
115. University of Glasgow Library Hillhead Street, G12 8QE Tour through one of the oldest library collections in Europe and visit Archives and Special Collections, glimpsing rare delights within. Cameras at the ready taking in views of Glasgow from the rooftop reading room. Tours: Mon, Tues, Wed 10am, 2pm; 90mins. Meeting Point: Main Library Entrance Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
NEW 116. Woodlands Cottage “ The Hidden House” Upper flat Woodlands Cottage, 18 West End park street, G3 6LG 1800, Unknown Enter an ordinary tenement close and find in the back courts a hidden villa. Woodlands Cottage predates the tenements built around it, once surrounded by Kale Yards, the last surviving dwelling house of rural Woodlands. Tours: Mon, Wed, Fri–Sun 11am, 1pm, 3pm; 30mins. Meeting Point: On public street pavement area
114. Timorous Beasties Printroom and Showroom 7 Craigend Place, G13 2UN Join us for an exclusive behind the scenes tour round the Timorous Beasties hand printing studio plus a guided walk round the new trade only showroom. Sat–Sun 10am–4pm
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Events NEW 1. TALK: The architecture of Park Circus Thu 14 Sep, 6-8pm Alliance Française Glasgow 3 Park Circus, G3 6AX This year marks the 35th Anniversary of the Alliance Française Glasgow! To celebrate the occasion, join us for a heartfelt talk on the history of Glasgow’s Park Circus and (re-)discover our premises. Booking essential: 0141 331 4080, culture@afglasgow.org.uk
NEW 4. TALK: A History of Tartan ANTA Scotland Tue 12 Sep, 7pm 107, West George St, G2 1QR Director of ANTA Scotland Annie Stewart follows a history of tartan from the 16th century to contemporary incarnations including those produced by ANTA in their Highland factory today. Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
NEW 2. EXHIBITION: History, Heritage and Development of Park Circus Tue 12 Sep–Thu 14 Sep: 10am–7pm Fri 15 Sep: 10am–4pm Sat 16 Sep 10am–1pm Alliance Française Glasgow 3 Park Circus, G3 6AX To celebrate the 35th Anniversary of the Alliance Française Glasgow, discover this exhibition which features an assembled collection of unique photographs.
NEW 5. FILM: Tod Browning’s ‘Freaks’ a 1932 Horror Britannia Panopticon Thu 16 Sep, 6.30pm 113-117 Trongate, G1 5H A screening of Tod Browning’s Freaks. Come and experience this 1932 horror film and prove that you really are 'one of us'. Doors open at 6.30pm and film starts 7pm . Due to nature of the film this event is open to 18+
3. WORKSHOP: Heritage Stencilling and Paint Techniques Sat 16 Sep 10am-12.30pm Art Park (House for an Art Lover) Bellahouston Park 10, Dumbrek Road, G41 5 BW Take part in a one off workshop in heritage paint techniques and stencilling of past Glasgow interiors. You will be introduced to the techniques of wax distressing and Victorian stencilling in the style of Charles Rennie Mackintosh and Alexander Greek Thomson. Booking required: arts@houseforanartlover.co.uk
NEW 6. TALKS: 20 in 10 - Open Studio Talks Sun 17 Sep, 4–5pm Collective Architecture Top Floor, 26 Gallowgate, G1 5AB An opportunity to visit Collective Architecture’s city centre studio in the Mercat Building. Come up to visit and enjoy panoramic views, see architects’ work and hear informal talks by the team, clients & collaborators.
NEW 7. EVENT: Synchronised Swimming Sun 17 Sep, 11am–1pm Drumchapel Pool 199 Drumry Rd E, G15 8NS Known in the 18th century as Water Ballet, come along for a contemporary display of routines from Clydebank Synchronised Swimming Team.
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NEW 8. MUSIC: 2017 Celebrity Organ Recital: David Briggs Tue 12 Sep, 7.30pm; 1 hour Glasgow Cathedral, Castle Street, Glasgow, G4 0QZ World-famous organist David Briggs performs in Glasgow Cathedral. An exciting programme, and a master of the instrument- this is not one to miss.
9. SEMINAR: Homelessness - a thing of the past? Tue 12 Sep, 12pm–2pm; 2 hours Glasgow City Mission city centre project. 20 Crimea Street, G2 8PW Hear stories from men and women we’ve worked with since 1826. What are the common themes and what has changed? Discover what we’re doing to make homelessness a thing of the past. Tour our building and stay for lunch. Booking essential, limited places available on the day: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
Glasgow Film Theatre © Neale Smith
NEW 10. TALK: Refurbishing the Glasgow Film Theatre Sun 17 Sep, 11–11.45am; 45 mins Glasgow Film Theatre, 12 Rose Street, G3 6RB Illustrated talk by McGinlay Bell Architects. Hear the story of GFT’s recent award-winning refurbishment. Limited tour & talk tickets available from GFT from 10am on the day.(Maximum two tickets per person)
NEW 11. TALK: Glasgow’s Cinema Experiment Illustrated talk by Gordon Barr and Gary Painter of ScottishCinemas.org Sun 17 Sep, 12pm–1pm; 1 hour Glasgow Film Theatre, 12 Rose Street, G3 6RB Scotland has some of the most architecturaly diverse cinema buildings of anywhere in the world. This double-act led talk will cover the full range of Glasgow’s cinema history covering cinemas that were, cinemas that are, and cinemas that might have been. (Maximum two tickets per person)
NEW 12. TALK: George Walton’s Aultwharrie Wed 13 Sep, 7.30pm; 2 hours The Glasgow Guild Workshop 265 Renfrew St, G3 6TT A talk by the new owners of George Walton’s Aultwharrie mansion in Dunblane and its recent restoration. Extensive intermal and exterior work to uncover the original designs. Restored with a range of artisans. NEW 13. TALK: Prof Lyndsay Fletcher: Colours and Design in Images of Astronomy Thu 14 Sep, 7.30pm; 2 hours The Glasgow Guild, 265 Renfrew St, G3 6TT Prof Lyndsay Fletcher in Astronomy at Glasgow University will give an illustrated talk on the ‘Beauty of the Universe’ with the latest imagery & film footage from NASA.
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New Interpretations: Contemporary Art in Heritage is a new strand of the festival which seeks to offer alternative interpretations of our buildings and their histories, through contemporary art. The selected emerging artists will be exhibiting new work, made in response to Pollok House and Holmwood House, in the buildings during festival week. NEW 14. EXHIBITION: New Interpretations: Contemporary Art in Heritage - Holmwood House Mon 11 Sep-Sun 17 Sep, 12 pm-5pm 61-63 Netherlee Road, G44 3YU Artist Joanne Dawson presents a new work created for Holmwood House. NEW 15. EXHIBITION: New Interpretations: Contemporary Art in Heritage - Pollok House Mon 11 Sep-Fri 15 Sep, 10am-4pm (free access is restricted to servant’s quarters only) Sat 16 Sep - Sun 17 Sep 10am-5pm (last admission 4.30pm) Pollok House, 2060 Pollokshaws Rd, G43 1AT Artist Nima SÊne presents a new work created for Pollok House.
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NEW 16. TALK: Dr Louise Kiesling: Backhausen and the Wiener Werkstätte Fri 15 Sep, 7.30pm; 2 hours The Glasgow Guild, 265 Renfrew St, G3 6TT New owner of Backhausen , Dr Louise Kiesling will give a talk on the history of this famous Austrian 165 year old fabric company, focusing on it’s seminal period working with the Wiener Werkstätte. NEW 17. WORKSHOP: Chapati Making Workshop at the Glasgow Gurdwara Mon 11–Thu 14 Sep. 10.30am & 1.30pm; 1 hour Glasgow Gurdwara, 37 Albert Drive Join us in the Glasgow Gurdwara kitchen to learn the art of chapati making! Please cover your head whilst in the Gurdwara – you can bring your own scarf or head covering (please note, hats/caps are not acceptable); Please remove your shoes (there is a place to store your shoes); Please do not drink alcohol or smoke cigarettes before you arrive; Please do not bring meat, alcohol or tobacco products into the Gurdwara. Booking essential: glasgowgurdwara@hotmail.co.uk NEW 18. TALK: Conservation Philosophy: A case study - The Mack Restoration Mon 11 Sep, 5pm; 2 hours Reid Lecture Theatre The Glasgow School of Art. 167 Renfrew Street, G3 6RQ A lecture and panel talk discussing the conservation philosophy guiding the work undertaken to conserve, restore and rebuild the Mackintosh Building, returning it to use as a working art school. Booking essential: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/conservation-philosophy-a-casestudy-the-mack-restoration-tickets-35531668176
NEW 19. TALK: Craft : A case study - The Mack Restoration Mon 11 Sep, 2pm; 2 hours Reid Lecture Theatre, The Glasgow School of Art, 167 Renfrew Street, G3 6RQ A series of talks from the craft men & women responsible for the painstaking work being undertaken to restore the world famous Mackintosh building at the Glasgow School of Art. Booking essential: www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/the-glasgowschool-of-art-14347348305
20. EXHIBITION: ARTchitecture by Marion Gardyne Tue 12–Sun 17 Sep. Opening times in line with Royal Concert Hall Glasgow 2 Sauchiehall Street,G2 3NY Glasgow architecture is represented in this selection of kaleidoscopic, 3D effect collages. Glasgow artist, Marion Gardyne invites you to look closely at the reconstructed architectural detail of the buildings depicted.
NEW 21. EVENT: Glasgow Wild Fest Sat 16 Sep, 1pm-6pm The Hidden Gardens Access through Tramway, 25a Albert Drive, G41 2PE Join RSPB Scotland’s Glasgow Wild Fest at the Hidden Gardens where we will be joining Enterprise Music Scotland for an afternoon of wildlife themed activities in the garden. For info on other free Glasgow Wild Fest activities happening 1-30th September see www.glasgowwildfest.org
NEW 22. MUSIC: Hidden Sounds of the Gardens A picnic concert! Sat 16 Sep, 5pm-6pm ; hour The Hidden Gardens Access through Tramway, 25a Albert Drive, G41 2PE Join Enterprise Music Scotland for the grand finale of National Chamber Music Day 2017! Bring along a picnic and hear some fantastic classical chamber music performances in the heart of The Hidden Gardens. Please note this is an alcohol-free venue. For info on other free National Chamber Music Day events across Scotland see www.enterprisemusicscotland.com/projects/nationalchamber-music-day/
NEW 23. TALK: The Lives Behind the Names 1917 -1918 Sat 16 Sep, 2.30pm; 30 mins Hyndland Parish Church 81 Hyndland Road, G12 9JE Who were the men named on our WW1 Memorial? Hear about their lives and backgrounds and some of Hyndland’s social history.
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NEW 24. MUSIC: National Chamber Music Day at Kelvingrove Bandstand Sat 16 Sep, 2pm-3pm; 1 hour Kelvingrove Bandstand, Kelvin Way, G12 8NR Whilst exploring Kelvingrove, listen out for the sound of music coming from the bandstand! There you will find Enterprise Music Scotland celebrating National Chamber Music Day with a performance from a classical chamber music group. For info on other free National Chamber Music Day events across Scotland see www.enterprisemusicscotland.com/ projects/national-chamber-music-day/
25. EVENT: Glasgow Wild Fest Sat 16 Sep, 1pm–4pm Kelvingrove Bandstand, G12 8NR Join RSPB Scotland’s Glasgow Wild Fest at the Kelvingrove Bandstand where we will be joining Enterprise Music Scotland for an afternoon of wildlife themed activities and music in the bandstand and park For info on other free Glasgow Wild Fest activities happening 1-30th September see www.glasgowwildfest.org
NEW 29. MARKET: The I.D. Store, Granny Would Be Proud Sat 16 - Sun 17 Sep, 10am-6pm The Lighthouse, 11 Mitchell Lane. The Lighthouse and Granny Would Be Proud present the I.D. Store through the building. Hosting an exciting range of traders through all areas of craft and design, the market will turn each level of the building into a department store. 30. WORKSHOP: Stencil Station with The Lansdowne House of Stencils Sun 17 Sep 1pm - 3pm, Drop In Marquee in Sauchiehall Street 217 Sauchiehall Street,G3 3EX Stencilling expert Elisabeth Viguie-Culshaw will share her talents and enthusiasm where in 1903, Mackintosh was stencilling on the site boards outside the building to become Miss Cranston’s latest and finest Tea Rooms. Limited availability.
NEW 31. TALK: The History of Rockvilla and the North Glasgow Canal corridor Sat 16 Sep,2pm; 1 hour National Theatre of Scotland, 125 Craighall Road, G4 9TL National Theatre of Scotland named their new building Rockvilla, recognising the social heritage of this area, on the banks of the Forth and Clyde Canal. A fascinating talk about this North Glasgow canal corridor. Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
NEW 32. TALK: Witches to Whizzkids: The Maxwells of Pollok Family Sat 16 Sep, 11am; 1 hour Pollokshaws Burgh Hall 2025 Pollokshaws Road - off Christian Street, G43 1NE Join Joe Murray to hear about the Maxwells of Pollok Limited availability.
33. TALK: Pollokshaws Village Hub: What’s Happening Sat 16 Sep, 12 pm; 1 hour Pollokshaws Burgh Hall 2025 Pollokshaws Road - off Christian Street, G43 1NE An update by Tom Graham and Eddie Warde about Pollokshaws Transitional Regeneration (TRA) and the new Village Hub. 34. EVENT: ‘T’ Dance Sat 16 Sep, 2pm-5pm Pollokshaws Burgh Hall 2025 Pollokshaws Road - off Christian Street, G43 1NE Join us for a ‘T’ dance with live accompaniment from the mighty wurlitzer. Entry-free. 35. EVENT: Children’s Games! Traditional Games Gird & kleek; whip & peerie Sun 17 Sep, 10 am; 3 hours Pollokshaws Burgh Hall 2025 Pollokshaws Road - off Christian Street, G43 1NE Step back into the past and join us for Traditional Games including peever beds; bagatelle; shove ha’penny; nine pin skittles with wooden ball; jenga; stilts; skipping ropes; yoyos; quoits; drafts; snakes and ladders (mansize); marbles; splat-the-rat. 36. FILM: Silent Movie Sun 17 Sep, 2pm; 2 hours Pollokshaws Burgh Hall 2025 Pollokshaws Road- off Christian Street, G43 1NE Join us for a surprise screening of a silent movie with Wurlitzer accompaniment.
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We've teamed up with Scottish Ensemble! The Glasgow-based string orchestra known for its dynamic programming and bold collaborations with other artists, will perform a series of one-off, pop-up performances offering an intriguing taste of what string instruments can do, set against some of our festival venues. Govanhill Baths
NEW 37. MUSIC: Late night Strings with Scottish Ensemble at The Pipe Factory Fri 15 Sep Doors 10.30pm for 11pm The Pipe Factory , 42 Bain Street, G20 4LA At this after-hours pop-up event, Daniel Pioro (violin) and Andy Berridge (viola) treat you to an intriguing display of just how dynamic strings can be, set against the 18th century former clay-pipe factory. Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com NEW 38. MUSIC: Late Morning Strings with Scottish Ensemble at the Pearce Institute Sat 16 Sep Doors 10.30am for 11am The Pearce Institute, 840-860 Govan Road, G51 3UU Daniel and Andy return for the second of Scottish Ensemble’s series of pop-up performances, this time with a family-friendly morning session of duos for violin and viola encompassing a wide range of styles and genres. Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com (please let us know if you require stair-free access)
NEW 39. MUSIC: Poolside Strings with Scottish Ensemble at Govanhill Baths Sun 17 Sep Doors 3.30pm for 4pm Govanhill Baths, 99 Calder Street, G42 7RA Cheryl Crockett and Alison Lawrance finish the trio of events with a resonant performance at this iconic Glasgow space, playing a rich selection of music for violin and cello by composers from BartĂłk to Ravel. Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
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40. MUSIC: Pollokshaws Burgh Hall Finale: Concert on Mighty Wurlitzer Sun 17 Sep, 3pm-4pm Pollokshaws Burgh Hall 2025 Pollokshaws Road - off Christian Street, G43 1NE Feel the ‘Power’. Enjoy the Wurlitzers range of sounds. Absolutely awesome! Further details are on www.pbht.co.uk & tel. 0141 632 5811 NEW 41. WORKSHOP: Soul Food Sisters cooking heritage Thurs 14 Sep-Fri 15 Sep 6.30pm-8pm Sat 16 Sep-Sun 17 Sep 11am-4pm Soul Food Sisters 202 Gallowgate, G1 5DS Join us for the celebration of the diverse cuisines of Soul Food Sisters. Have a go at making of pierogi, injera and giant couscous in bite size workshops over the weekend or book in depth session on Thursday or Friday. Advance booking suggested, limited places available on the day: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com 42. EVENT: Meet the Maker: Bruce Hamilton Mon 11 Sep, Wed 13 Sep 2pm Sat 16 Sep 10am & 2pm; 40 mins Strathcona Studio, 18 Strathcona Drive, G13 1JG A unique opportunity to visit the workshop of Mackintosh furniture maker Bruce Hamilton. Find out how he creates stunning pieces for clients such as the Willow Tearooms, from initial idea to final produce. Please note this is a working space not suitable for under 15s. Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
NEW 43. EXHIBITION: Lines of Thought Mon 11 Sep–Sat 16 Sep 10.30–5pm Sun 17 Sep 12pm–5pm The Lighthouse, 11 Mitchell Lane, G1 3NU Lines of Thought is an exhibition devoted to the work of Alexander Thomson, celebrating the bicentenary of his birth through a selection of original drawings by the architect and those of others who have later recorded or interpreted his work in a range of media.
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NEW 44. EVENT: Storytelling, Arts and Crafts, fun for all the family! Sat 16 Sep 10am-4pm. Sun 17 Sep 11am-4pm. Drop In The Village Storytelling Centre Langton Halls, 134 Langton Road, G53 4DD Come visit The Village Storytelling Centre in its new home! Hear stories, get involved in art activities and much more. See our exciting exhibition ‘Pollok Then and Now’ featuring photography from our young people!
45. TALK: One of Glasgow’s Greatest Assets: TEA! Thurs 14 Sep-Sat 16 Sep, 10am, Sun 17 Sep, 11.30am The Willow Tea Rooms 3rd Floor, 119 Sauchiehall Street, G2 3EL Join us as we explore one of our city’s greatest assets, TEA. Glasgow has a great affinity with tea, both as tea drinkers & innovators - hear about Thomas Lipton, Stuart Cranston, Kate Cranston & the role of the Clyde! Call 0141 204 5242 or email s.proctor@willowtearooms.co.uk
46. TALK: The radical war of 1820 Sunday 17th, 2pm, 1 hour. The 1820 Martyrs Monument, Sighthill Cemetery, 225 Springburn Road, G21 1SE Members of the 1820 society narrate the events of the 1820 radical uprising and the role of John Baird and Andrew Hardy who were executed in the insurrection. NEW 47. WORKSHOPS / DEMOS: Traditional Skills Festival Sun 17 Sep, 12pm - 5pm; 30mins The Lighthouse, 11 Mitchell Lane, G1 3NU A day of Traditional Skills Workshops and demonstrations with the Glasgow Traditional Building Forum. Try your hand at traditional building skills and explore materials with the A&DS library of sustainable materials.
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We're taking over St. Andrew's in the Square for a whole week! St. Andrew's Square, Calton, G1 5PP 1754, Allan Dreghorn Category A Listed Building TALKS: Advance booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com Monday - Sunday 10am-4pm (no general access to the building during lunchtime or evening talks)
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NEW 1. TALK: From Govan to Shettleston via Polmadie: an exploration of Glasgow’s place-names Monday 11th September, 1pm This talk explores Glasgow’s fascinating history through its place-names. These place-names provide evidence of the languages spoken locally from the medieval period to the present day: Brittonic (a language closely related to Old Welsh), Gaelic and Scots. Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com NEW 2. TALK: Glasgow At A Glance Monday 11th September 7.30pm, 1 Hour Norry Wilson, curator of the Lost Glasgow Facebook page, uses archive snaps to take a sideways look at Glasgow, its architecture, people, and places. An idiosyncratic, and illuminating glimpse of our city’s history. Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com NEW 3. TALK: GlaswegAsians: The contributions of the South Asian and Muslim Community in Scotland Tuesday 12th September, 1pm, 1 hour Join Saqib Razzaq from Colourful Heritage and Isobel McDonald from Scotland Street School Museum to learn about the history and contribution of South Asian migrants within Scotland, and the development of a new exhibition showcasing the achievements of the South Asian community. Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com NEW 4. TALK: PreCity PreHistory Tuesday 12th September 6pm, 1 Hour Join archaeologists Gavin MacGregor and Ingrid Shearer on a 10,000 year interactive journey through Glasgow before history. Explore the drowned lands of the Clyde estuary, ancient burial mounds in Govan, logboats in Bridgeton, and prehistoric loch-dwellings in Easterhouse. Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
NEW 5. TALK: Glasgow’s Prehistoric Geometry: Ludovic Mann and Harry Bell’s search for Glasgow’s urban prehistory Tuesday 12th September 7.30pm, 1 Hour This lecture will look at the archaeological evidence that lies behind the prehistoric patterns that Ludovic McLellan Mann and Harry Bell argued underlie modern Glasgow. Can we still see prehistory in Glasgow’s urban landscape today? Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com NEW 6. TALK: The Doors Open Glasgow Women's Library Barnstorm Wednesday 13th September 12.30pm - 2pm Over a lunchtime of talks Glasgow Women’s Library, the sole accredited museum dedicated to women’s history in the UK will be sharing some of their insights on the spaces, places, buildings and hotspots that bring women’s often hidden histories to life. Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com NEW 7. TALK: The Built Heritage and Material Culture of the Colonial Elite of Glasgow 1740-1838, Marenka Thompson-Odlum and Dr Stephen Mullen. Wednesday 13th September 6pm, 90 Minutes This talk examines the built heritage and material culture of the colonial elite of Glasgow between 1740-1838. How did the ‘Tobacco Lords’ and ‘Sugar Aristocracy’ live? Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com NEW 8. TALK: Selling Glasgow: The Great Exhibitions of 1888, 1901 and 1911 Wednesday 13th September 7.45-8.45pm The Great Exhibition of 1851 at the Crystal Palace set the standard for all to follow and Glasgow rose to the challenge with three expos in Kelvingrove Park that between them attracted over 26 million people. Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com 33
NEW 9. TALK: 3 Villas, 5 Residences and 7 Muses Thursday 14th September 1pm, 1.5 Hours Discover a Thomson villa and 2 villas by other architects, some of Alexander Thomson’s beautiful external detailing of 5 of his residential buildings in Glasgow and where the 7 Glasgow muses are to be found. 3 half hour talks followed by a Q&A. Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com NEW 10. TALK: Entertainment Architecture in Victorian and Edwardian Glasgow Thursday 14th September 6pm, 1 Hour Theatres, music halls, circuses, zoos, roller-skating rinks and early cinemas are among the diverse examples of Glaswegian entertainment architecture featured in this lecture about the city’s expanding provision from the latter-nineteenth century onwards. Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com NEW 11. TALK: Rethinking Glasgow Style: Scottish Symbolism in Architecture & Design Thursday 14th September 7.30pm, 1 Hour Dr Robyne Calvert, Mackintosh Research Fellow at Glasgow School of Art, will look at work labelled Glasgow Style and think about its meaning and connections to the European Symbolist movement with a particular focus on the work of Margaret Macdonald Mackintosh. Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com NEW 12. TALK: Mackintosh at the Willow Friday 15th September 12pm, 1 Hour Mackintosh designed a number of Tea Rooms for his enlightened patron Miss Catherine Cranston. In Sauchiehall Street, his design genius was unparalleled. Mackintosh expert Anne Ellis' talk will inspire and delight. Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com NEW 13. TALK: Re–building the Mackintosh at Glasgow School of Art Friday 15th September, 1pm, 1 Hour In May 2014 the “Mack” was engulfed in a fire that threatened to remove this remarkable edifice from the City’s landscape. This talk will explore the challenges of the restoration and the quirks of good fortune and even better design that will allow it to once again serve the creative energy of Glasgow when it re-opens in 2019. Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com 34
GlaswegAsians: Sawarnjit Kaur Matharu the first South Asian female police cadet in Scotland
NEW 14. TALK: A HERstory of Glasgow Friday 15th September 6pm, 1 Hour The History Girls Frae Scotland will delve into the fascinating history of Glasgow through its female inhabitants. Researchers Rachael and Karen will discuss the colourful, energetic and powerful female personalities of Glasgow including artists, designers as well as female shipyard workers, activists and wealthy philanthropists, in order to create a HERstory of this side of the city. Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com NEW 15. TALK: 1938 and all that Friday 15th September 7.30pm, 1 Hour The Empire Exhibition held in Bellahouston Park in 1938 was the fourth of the five great exhibitions held in Glasgow between 1888 and 1988, but is probably the most fondly remembered, not least for the iconic Tait’s Tower. Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com 16. EVENT: Tea Green Art, Design & Contemporary craft market Saturday 16th September 10am - 4pm Join Tea Green as they return to St Andrews in the Square for a unique art, design & contemporary craft market showcasing the very best from Scotland’s diverse creative talent. NEW 17. MUSIC: National Chamber Music Day Saturday 16th September 11am, 1 Hour Mull around the market at St Andrews in the Square whilst enjoying the sounds of classical chamber music brought to you by Enterprise Music Scotland as part of their National Chamber Music Day celebrations.
18. TALK: Glasgow’s Historic Interiors Saturday 16th September 5pm, 1 Hour Join Helen Kendrick and Photographer Neale Smith as they take you behind the front doors of some of the city’s most alluring buildings. This illustrated talk, based on their publication ‘Glasgow Interiors’, explores a world behind Glasgow’s historic facades, and the fascinating stories within. Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
NEW 20. TALK: In conversation: History of the New Glasgow Society Sunday 17th September 4pm, 1 Hour In conversation with the New Glasgow Society. Learn about the history and future of one of Glasgow’s oldest civic groups through the stories and experiences of one of its oldest members. Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
NEW 19. TALK: The Modern Hotel in Scotland Sunday 17th September 1pm, 1 Hour Based on Bruce Peter’s new book ‘The Modern Hotel in Britain’, this lecture focuses on Scottish and Glaswegian examples from the 1920s until the 1970s. The Beresford in Glasgow will be featured, as will numerous other pre- and post-war examples. Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
NEW 21. TALK: People Made Glasgow: A short history of grassroots urban renewal in Glasgow Sunday 17th September 5.15pm, 1 Hour Dr Ambrose Gillick discusses moments of grassroots activism which have played a significant role in forming the spaces, streets and buildings of contemporary Glasgow. Looking at activists, organisations and tactics, this talk explores the different ways ordinary people have helped make Glasgow. Booking essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
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Walks and Tours 1. Bridgeton Heritage Trail Sun 17 Sep, 2pm; 90mins Meeting point: People's Palace Glasgow Green Discover the rich history of Bridgeton as Peter Mortimer leads you on this walk taking in such treasures as Greenhead Works, Templeton's Olympia Cinema, the Umbrella at Bridgeton Cross and other impresive buildings and monuments. Book via glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com NEW 2. Building Stones of Central Glasgow Wed 13 Sep, 10am; 120mins Meeting point: Scott monument, George Square We will look at the stone used to clad the buildings and see which ones are of local stone and which come from further afield, and in doing so learn something of their geology. Book via glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
3. Calton Heritage Trail Saturday 16 Sep, 2pm; 120mins Meeting point: Mercat Building Glasgow Cross Enjoy a walk round Calton led by Peter Mortimer and experience the history of the weaving industry in this ancient Glasgow district. Admire the architecture of Glasgow Cross and St Andrew's Square and witness the Barras Street Market. Book via glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
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4. City Centre Mural Trail Sat 18 Sep & Sun 17 Sep 10am, 12pm; 120mins. Meeting point: Outside Glasgow City Chambers Glasgow City Chambers, George Square, G2 1DU Within easy walking distance of the city centre, Glasgow boasts an incredible Mural Trail featuring a diverse range of installations helping to rejuvenate streets and revitalise buildings and vacant sites. Join this introductory walking tour to find out more. Book via glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
City Centre Mural Trail 5. Cross the City Centre by Lane Sat 16 Sep & Sun 17 Sep, 11am; 120mins Meeting point: Mercat Cross, Glasgow Cross The Mercat Building, G1 5AB Go "behind the scenes" of central Glasgow on this guided walk, led by
historian Dr Ronnie Scott, from the ancient Cross to the Style Mile. See the familiar from an unfamiliar point of view, and discover some often overlooked aspects of the city centre.
6. Crosshill Historic Guided Walk Sat 16 Sep, 11am; 120mins Meeting point: Queens Park Gates Queens Drive/ Victoria Road G42 8BJ Sir Joseph Paxton designed Queen's Park with a surrounding area of villas. As built, the area has villas, tenements and schools, many designed by Glasgow architects. Tour with Roger Guthrie looking at a selection of these listed buildings. Book via glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
7. Dennistoun Heritage Walk Sat 16 Sep, 2pm; 120mins Meeting point: Post Office 1 Annfield Place Alexander Dennistoun commissioned a grand design from James Salmon for a new middle class suburb. However, as the 19th century ended, pressure to house Glasgow's influx of workers forced higher population density, creating the community's extraordinary variety. Led by Roger Guthrie of the Alexander Thomson Society. Book via glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
8. Dennistoun Historic Guided Tour Sat 16 Sep, 11am Meeting Point: Post Office, Corner of Westercraigs and Annfield Place 1 Annfield Pl, Glasgow Alexander Dennistoun had a vision to build a residential suburb. Architect, James Salmon, produced a masterplan with villas, terraces and gardens which form the Dennistoun Conservation Area - the main area of our tour led by Peter Douglas, Vice Convenor of the Dennistoun Conservation Society. 9. Dumbreck & Hazelwood Heritage Walk Sun 17 Sep, 11.30am; 60-70mins Meeting point: Cafe at House for An Art Lover Bellahouston Park, 10 Dumbreck Rd, Glasgow G41 5BW From the House for An Art Lover, built to Charles Rennie Mackintosh's plans, the walk proceeds past A-listed Craigie Hall through Dumbreck, tracing Sir Thomas Mason and George Hamilton, to Hazelwood House (B Listed) where Hamilton built 'electric houses'.
10. East End Women's Heritage Walk Sat 16 Sep, 1pm; 120mins Meeting point: Glasgow Women's Library 23 Landressy Street, G40 1BP Fascinating guided women's heritage walk that takes you to the heart of Glasgow’s East End with stories of feisty activists, radical change-makers, weavers and witches.
11. Empire Exhibition 1938 Walking Tour Sat 16 Sep, 1:30pm, 3:30pm Sun 17 Sep, 1:30pm; 60mins Meeting point: House for an Art Lover main entrance 10 Dumbreck Rd, Glasgow G41 5BW Step back in time to 1938 when Bellahouston Park hosted the Empire Exhibition, a colossal modernist celebration of industry, architecture
Empire Exhibition at Bellahouston Park
and engineering which attracted 13 million visitors. Tour guide James Winnett will guide you around the park using archive material and digital imagery. Book via arts@houseforanartlover.co.uk, or artparkglasgow.eventbrite.co.uk or call 0141 427 9557
12. Follow in the footsteps of the Stirling Stuarts Tues 12 Sep, 1:30pm; 120mins Meeting point: Outside Castlemilk Stables 59 Machrie Road, G45 0AZ Step back in time follow in the footsteps of the Stirling Stuarts as we walk around what was once part of the designed landscape, garden, pleasure grounds and now demolished Castlemilk House.
13. From the Calton to the Riot Act Tues 12 Sep, 2pm; 120mins Meeting point: Bridgeton Cross Bridgeton Cross, G40 1BW A walk through some of the most significant radical history sites in Glasgow's East City Centre, highlighting often forgotten events and people in the shaping of Glasgow's 'Red Clydeside'. Book via glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
14. Glasgow and the Irish Revolution Thurs 14 Sep, 2pm; 120mins Meeting point: 11 Moore Street,(Near stone arch entrance to Old Meat Market off Gallowgate) 11 Moore Street, G40 2EG Led by historian Stephen Coyle, you'll walk from the Gallowgate to Midland State (City Centre) visiting sites linked to figures and movements associated with the Irish Republicanism and the 1916 Easter Rising. Book via glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com 15.Glasgow Photography Walking Tour Mon 11 Sep & Fri 15 Sep, 10am, Sat 16 Sep & Sun 17 Sep 10am, 2pm; 120mins. Meeting point: See dreghorn-photography.co.uk Killermont Street entrance, Glasgow Royal Concert Hall Visit many of Glasgow's most iconic venues with an experienced tutor. Learn more about your camera and the city as you are guided through the best way to capture the sights of Glasgow. Call 0141 429 7457 or visit www.dreghorn-photography.co.uk/ doors-open-day
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NEW 16. Doors Open Day Music Mile Tour Sat 16 Sep, 2pm; 120mins Meeting point: Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Killermont Street entrance G2 3NY From Glasgow Royal Concert Hall to King Tut’s via Glasgow School of Art and the site of the Apollo, Glasgow’s Music Mile tour is a whistle-stop guide around the city centre, an area teeming with music venues past and present. Book via: doorsopendaymusicmile.eventbrite.com NEW 17. Glasgow Through the Ages I The Medieval City Wed 13 Sep, 6pm; 120mins Meeting point: Glasgow City Heritage Trust 54 Bell St, G1 1LQ Join Niall Murphy of Glasgow City Heritage Trust on a tour showing how Glasgow evolved from its origins as a medieval city.
NEW 18. Glasgow Through the Ages II The Industrial City Sat 16 Sep, 11am; 120mins Meeting point: On the canalside at the end of Applecross Street 1 Applecross Street, G4 9SP Join Gemma Wild of Glasgow City Heritage Trust on a tour showing how Glasgow developed following the arrival of the Forth & Clyde Canal, the motorway of the 18th century.
NEW 19. Glasgow Through the Ages III The Enlightenment City Sun 17 Sep, 11am; 120mins Meeting point: St Andrews in the Square 1 St Andrew's Square, Calton, G1 5PP Join Niall Murphy of Glasgow City Heritage Trust on a tour showing how Glasgow evolved from the age of the Scottish Enlightenment and as a result of the innovative works of the Glasgow City Improvement Trust. 38
20. Glasgow Through the Ages IV The Gilded City Sun 17 Sep, 2pm; 120mins Meeting point: The Lighthouse 11 Mitchell Lane, G1 3NU Join Niall Murphy of Glasgow City Heritage Trust on a tour showing how Glasgow evolved from the age of the Scottish Enlightenment and as a result of the innovative works of the Glasgow City Improvement Trust.
21. The Glasgow Wallace Walk Sat 16 Sep, 11am, 1pm; 60mins Meeting point: Wallacewell Church 57 Northgate Road, G21 3QT We will walk to view the little known Wallace Memorial Monument, and signpost local points of interest along the way like Wallace's Well. Starting at Wallacewell Community Fellowship and Oasis Centre with refreshments.
NEW 22. Glasgow Walking Lunch Wed 13 Sep, 12pm; 180mins Meeting point: Duke of Wellington statue Royal Exchange Square, G1 3AJ What connects Robert Burns to a milkshake on Duke Street? A guided walk with good lunch and conversation. A look at the city's history of hospitality with edible illustrations. Led by food and travel writer Andrea Pearson (Herald, List Eating and Drinking Guide). Call 07769676899 or email walkinglunch@copytaker.com, £35 advance payment to cover the cost of food and drink
NEW 23. Glasgow Walking Lunch Light Bite Sat 16 Sep, 12pm; 90mins Meeting point: Duke of Wellington statue Royal Exchange Square, G1 3AJ What connects Robert Burns to a milkshake on Duke Street? A guided
walk with a light lunch. A brief look at the history of hospitality in Glasgow focusing on the Merchant City. Led by food and travel writer Andrea Pearson (Herald, List Eating and Drinking Guide). Call 07769676899 or email walkinglunch@copytaker.com, £20 advance payment to cover the cost of food and drink
24. Glasgow's Buildings at Risk Tour Thurs 14 Sep, 6pm; 90mins Meeting point: Outside Starbucks Coffee, Charing Cross 10 St George's Rd, Charing Cross Mansions, G3 6UJ In this engaging tour, designed for built environment professionals or anyone interested in our City’s heritage, we will visit key historic Buildings at Risk with expert guidance from Johnny Rodger, Professor of Urban Literature at the Glasgow School of Art.
NEW 25. Guided Walk of Hyndland Mon 11 Sep, 2pm; 90 mins, Tues 12 Sep, 11am; 90 mins, Wed 13 Sep, 6pm; 90mins. Meeting point: On Clarence Drive at Dudley Drive Ann Laird, chairman of Friends of Glasgow West and local history author, tours the elegant architecture of this highly planned Edwardian development of red sandstone tenements. Includes the former railway station site, churches, shops, secondary school and bowling club, and the havoc left by the Clydebank Blitz. Book via glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
26. Historic Maryhill Guided Walk Sat 16 Sep, 12pm; 90mins Meeting point: At reception at Maryhill Burgh Halls 10-24 Gairbraid Avenue, G20 8YE Discover the buildings which reveal Maryhill’s story from country side estate to industrial burgh. Call 0141 946 5149 or email heritage@mbht.org.uk
NEW 27. Local Colour: Dye plants in the Botanics Fri 15 Sep & Sat 16 Sep 10am; 90mins Meeting point: Entrance to the Kibble Palace, Glasgow Botanic Gardens Corner Great Western and Byres Roads, G12 0UE Join horticulturist and natural dyer Julia Billings for a walk exploring the dye potential of some of the plants growing in and around the Glasgow Botanics: traditional Scottish species, important exotic imports and some unexpected common and weedy dyes. Book via glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
NEW 28. Mackintosh: stencilling, remodelling and more Wed 13 Sep & Fri 15 Sep, 5pm, 6pm; 20mins Sat 16 Sep & Sunday 17th, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm; 20mins Meeting point: 219 Sauchiehall Street Sainsbury's local, 219 Sauchiehall Street, G2 3EX Learn how Mackintosh transformed Sauchiehall Street elevations for Miss Cranston's finest Tea Room, see where he lived with Margaret Macdonald, and his work for the Lady Artists Club in Blythswood Square. Book via glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
29. Mackintosh's Glasgow Walking Tour Sat 16 Sep & Sun 17 Sep, 1:30pm; 135mins. Meeting point: The Glasgow School of Art visitor centre Reid building, 164 Renfrew Street, G3 6RF Delve into Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s city with The Glasgow School of Art’s knowledgeable tour guides. Uncover Mackintosh’s lesser known architectural gems alongside his impressive city centre commissions, work by the great Glasgow architects who informed Mackintosh and buildings by his contemporaries forging the internationally acclaimed “Glasgow Style” Art Nouveau. Booking essential via www.gsa.ac.uk/visit-gsa/doors-open-days or call 0141 353 4526 30. Neale Thomson and the Crossmyloof Loaf Sat 16 Sep 10.30am, Sun 17 Sep, 10.30am, 2.30pm; 75mins Meeting point: The Glad Cafe 1006A Pollokshaws Road, G41 2HG Hear the story of Neale Thomson as you stand outside the house that was his home, the land that was his estate, his Crossmyloof Bakery and the site of the Greek Thomson cottages where he housed his bakers. Followed by a sourdough making demo. Book via glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
31. Old Kinning Park and Plantation Sat 16 Sep, 11am; 90mins Meeting point: Outside Kinning Park Subway Station 30 Cornwall Street, Plantation (Off Paisley Road West, adjacent to M8), G41 Join guide Brian D Henderson on our Living History Adventure around Old Kinning Park Police Burgh, and Plantation Ward of Old Govan Burgh. You will meet "Wee Jimmy" and "Old Susie" - en route!
32. Parkhead Heritage Trail Sat 16 Sep, 10am; 90mins Meeting point: Parkhead Cross 1356 Gallowgate, G31 5QG Enjoy this walk around the Parkhead area. Learn about its weaving and coal mining roots, and later industrialisation, characterised by the world famous Parkhead Forge. Appreciate the fine architecture of Parkhead Cross led by historian Peter Mortimer. Book via glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com 33. Pollokshields Bus Tour Sat 16 Sep & Sun 17 Sep, 2pm (Registration from 1:45pm); 120mins Meeting point: Maxwell Park Station 119 Fotheringay Road, G41 4LG Join Pollokshields Heritage for a bus tour through East and West Pollokshields, see listed buildings, discover splendid villas and tenements in this magnificent Victorian garden suburb, see various communities and hear stories of those involved.
34. Pollokshields Heritage Trail I: the Villas Sat 16 Sep, 11am; 120mins Meeting point: Maxwell Park Station 120 Terregles Ave, G41 4LJ Join Niall Murphy of Pollokshields Heritage for a walking tour through Pollokshields' Aveunes with their splendid villas and find out more about the UK's original, biggest and best planned Garden Suburb and the stories of those who built it.
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Springburn Winter Gardens 36. River Clyde Bridges Fri 15 Sep, 10am. Sat 16 Sep & Sun 17 Sep, 10am, 1pm; 90mins Meeting point: St Andrews Suspension Bridge, Glasgow Green The Peoples Palace and Winter Gardens, Glasgow Green, G40 1AT A guided walk along the River Clyde, admire 12 of Glasgow's most famous bridges discovering history and facts relating to their construction. Commencing at Glasgow Green's St Andrews Suspension Bridge, the 1.5 hour walk ends at M8 Kingston Bridge.
37. River Kelvin Bridges Sat 16 Sep & Sun 17 Sep 2pm; 90mins Meeting point: Beneath Kirklee Bridge, Clouston Street Clouston Street, G20 Walk along the River Kelvin, a peaceful oasis in the heart of the city. Learn about the many and varied bridges which cross the river, reflecting the industrial heritage of Glasgow.
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NEW 38. Scottish Football History Walk Sat 16 Sep, 3pm; 90mins Meeting point: Mount Florida railway station, McLennan Street entrance 2 McLennan Street,G42 9DQ Hear about and visit the sites of the earliest days of Scottish football, the birth of Queen's Park FC, the early Cup Finals and internationals, the three Hampden Park grounds, and the development of the modern game. Led by Drew McMahon. Book via glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
39. The Spaces Inbetween Sat 16 Sep, 1pm; 120mins Meeting point: Clutha Vaults Pub 159 Bridgegate, Glasgow G1 5HZ From the Clydeside to the Cathedral, Norry Wilson, curator of the Lost Glasgow Facebook page, leads you on a merry dance linking participating Doors Open Day venues to the history and development of Glasgow. Book via glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
40. Springburn: The Rome of the North Sun 17 Sep, 1pm, 4 pm; 90mins Meeting point: Springburn Park: Broomfield Road Gate 162 Broomfield Road, G21 3UE Join Paul Sweeney for a tour of Glasgow's last great Victorian park, and its extraordinary buildings, like the Winter Gardens, that echo the area's rise and fall as the heart of the British Empire's locomotive building industry. Book via glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
NEW 41. St Mungo's Walk Mon 11 Sep-Sun 16 Sep, 10am; 180mins Meeting point: Stepps Railway Station Cardowan Road, G33 6AT Starting where the Molendinar Burn rises, walkers can follow the burn to its end where it meets the River Clyde. We can see what the area would have looked like in St Mungo's time and traces of the Medieval city. Book via glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
42. Strong Women of Clydeside Sat 16 Sep, 1pm; 150mins Meeting point: Riverside Museum, North door 100 Pointhouse Rd, G3 8RS Celebrating women’s roles in the Rent Strikes, UCS Work-In & other protests, this guided ‘artwalk’ employs humour, graffiti, banners, & more! Learn about Mary Barbour, Helen Crawford, and others – in their own words. Book via glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
43. Tales of the George Square Statues Mon 11 Sep, 2pm; 60mins Meeting point: George Square Cenotaph Lions George Square, G2 1AL Join historian Dr Mark Nixon on this popular walk. The statues, and George Square itself, frequently attract as much attention as the activities around them. Yet what do you really know about their fascinating stories and politics? Book via glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
44. Terrain Spotting Sun 17 Sep, 2pm; 120mins Meeting point: Kelvingrove Park Skatepark Kelvin Walkway, G3 7SE Artist Toby Paterson will lead a quixotic tour of visually intriguing and architecturally obscure locations significant to Glasgow's skateboarders. From vanished skateparks to overlooked Brutalism, this expedition scans the city through the eye of both the skater and the artist. Book via glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
45. Tour of Glasgow Cathedral Wed 13 Sep, 10am; 60mins Meeting point: Cathedral, West door Castle Street, G4 0QZ Join archaeologist Adrian Cox of Historic Environment Scotland for a guided tour of the Cathedral, exploring its history and archaeology. As part of the tour, we will follow in the footsteps of countless pilgrims in the medieval period and look at how the building has developed through the centuries. Book via glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
46. Unlocking the Story of Glasgow's Canal - Boat Tour Sat 16 Sep, 10am, 1.30pm; 150mins Meeting point: Entrance to Scottish Canals HQ 1 Applecross Street, G4 9SP Join the Scottish Waterways Trust & Scottish Canals on board the Gipsy Princess as we sail along the 225-year old waterway for a journey back in time to the bustling heyday of the Forth & Clyde Canal, the world's first sea-to-sea canal. Call 07795315434 or email lisa@scottishwaterwaystrust.org.uk or visit unlockingglasgowscanal.eventbrite.co.uk
47. Victoria Park Heritage Walk Sat 16 Sep & Sun 17 Sep, 2pm; 90mins Meeting point: Victoria Park Jubilee Gate Victoria Park Road North, G14 9NN Learn about the heritage, culture and nature from prehistoric times, meeting its 19th century benefactors and remembering those who died on the SS Daphne and in WW1. Do not forget our wildlife visitors too.
48. Walking Tour of the Glasgow Necropolis Sat 16 Sep, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 5pm. Sun 17 Sep, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm; 120mins Meeing point: Main gates of the Necropolis Address confirmed with booking Guided walking tour of the 37 acre Victorian cemetery exploring the architecture, sculpture and fascinating stories relating to the 50,000 people remembered here. Buffet option after the Saturday 5.00pm tour (costs £10 per person). Booking essential: call 07971 437034 or email tours@glasgownecropolis.org or visit www.glasgownecropolis.org
49. Walmer Crescent Guided Walk Sun 17 Sep, 11am; 90mins Meeting point: Cessnock Subway 1 Cessnock St, G51 1AS Alexander Thomson's achievements included the the creation of some of Glasgow's most remarkable housing. Walmer Crecent is a rare survivor of grandeur in an unexpected setting. Led by Roger Guthrie of the Alexander Thomson Society. Book via glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com 50. Women, the War and the Rent Strikes Sat 16 Sep, 11am; 120mins Meeting point: Corner of Duke Street/John Knox Street Corner of Duke Street/ John Knox Street, G4 This walk highlights Glasgow's massive radicalisation during the First World War. With women to the fore, suffragettes, peace campaigners, rent strikers and industrial workers united in struggle. Book via glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
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Why not pop into... We thought that travelling from venue to venue might leave you a bit parched, hungry, or in need of some retail therapy, so we’ve compiled a list of some of our favourite places, which are either in great historic buildings or which sell or serve up some treats relating to Glasgow’s past – or all of the above! It’s like our festival programme but with food, drink and shopping, so that even your lunch can be a Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival experience! They’re also on our festival map so you can see what’s nearby while you’re out and about. 1. The Anchor line £££ Mon & Tues 9am-11pm Wed & Thurs 9am-12am Fri & Sat 9am-1am Sun 10am-11pm 12-16 St. Vincent Place, G1 2DH Celebrating the grand ocean voyages of the 1920s and 30s from Glasgow to New York. The Anchor Line is set in the stunning and completely restored Category A listed first class booking offices, showcasing the best of Scottish produce with influences from both sides of the Atlantic. www.theanchorline.co.uk theanchorline theanchorlinebg theanchorline 117. ANTA Scotland £££ Mon-Sat 10am-6pm Sun 10am-5pm 107 W George St, G2 1QR Contemporary Scottish stoneware, furniture and fashion, hand-made in the Highlands and inspired by traditional techniques and the colours of the landscape. On show in a beautiful former Jeweller’s premises, enjoy 10% off with this brochure. www.anta.co.uk ANTAscotland ANTASCOTLAND anta_scotland 42
35. Bilson Eleven £££ Wed-Sun 5pm-9pm 10 Annfield Pl, G31 2XQ Housed within a stunning Victorian townhouse Bilson Eleven serves up modern Scottish food within a traditional Glasgow setting. Situated just to the east of Glasgow city centre the building retains many original features. www.bilsoneleven.co.uk bilsoneleven bilsoneleven bilsoneleven
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118. Cottiers ££ Mon-Sun 11am-12am 93-95 Hyndland St, G11 5PU Named after Daniel Cottier a revolutionary artist-designer who decorated the building when it was built in 1865. Now boasting a recently renovated theatre, restaurant and bar. www.cottiers.com cottiersglasgow
Hutchesons Bar & Brasserie 38. Drygate Brewing Co ££ Mon–Sun 11am-12am 85 Drygate, G4 0UT Nestled in the historic heart of Glasgow, between the Cathedral and Necropolis, Drygate Brewing Co. can be found in a converted former box factory. Our Bar + Kitchen is open 7 days a week with our craft beer and fearless food for the soul. www.drygate.com drygatebrewery drygate drygate 119. Hutchesons Bar & Brasserie £££ Mon–Thurs 12pm-12am Fri & Sat 10am-1am Sun 10am-12am 158 Ingram St, G1 1EJ A sublime and ornate dining room with one of the most exquisite double height ceilings in Glasgow in the A listed, 18th Century former hospital and school. Innovative dishes using Scotch produce; Steak & seafood. www.hutchesonsglasgow.com hutchesons HutchesonsGLA HutchesonsGLA
120. McCune Smith £ Mon–Fri 8am-4pm Sat 9am-5pm 3-5 Duke St, G4 0UL Taking its name from Dr. James McCune Smith, the black intellectual and abolitionist, and located on the historic High Street. Serving artisan food from Scotland’s larder. www.mccunesmith.co.uk McCuneSmithCafeGlasgow McCuneSmithCafe McCuneSmithCafe 76. The Edwardian Kitchen Pollok House £ Mon–Sun 10am-4pm Pollok Country Park, 2060 Pollokshaws Road, G43 1AT Located in the servant’s basement of the 18th Century Pollok House. Vegetables from the house’s garden, homemade cakes and biscuits, quiches, tartlets and afternoon teas. Light, bright and full of period charm.
121. Sloans The Argyll Arcade ££ Mon-Thurs 11.30am-12am Fri & Sat 11am-1am Sun 11am-12am 108 Argyle St, G2 8BG Grade A-listed and fitted at the turn of the 20th Century, Sloans is one of the city’s most stunning venues set over three decadent floors. Come in for a drink, food or for our Friday Ceilidh in the Grand Ballroom. www.sloansglasgow.co.uk Sloans1797 sloansglasgow sloansglasgow
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Kids and Family Highlights See our full children & family programme at glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com and keep an eye out for them at Glasgow primary schools in August.
Glasgow Gurdwara Guru Granth Sahib
ART PARK, House for an Art Lover Bellahouston Park, 10 Dumbreck Road, G41 5BW Our Heritage Centre will host ‘Glasgow Stories’ an interactive workshop for toddlers and their parents. All nursery rhymes and stories will take their inspiration from the fascinating history discussed in our Heritage Centre. Suitable for children pre-5. Wed 10am-11.30am Booking Essential: arts@houseforanartlover.co.uk Bridgeton Bus Garage 76 Fordneuk Street, G40 3AH Colouring in, quiz and find the GVVT teddy bear. Sat 10am-4pm Booking Essential: glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com
Fossil Grove Victoria Park, G14 9NW There will be fossil rubbing, mask making, plaster cast making of fossils, a geological quiz and general colouring in; this will be suitable for all age groups. Sat 10am-4pm
Castlemilk Stables 59 Machrie Rd, Castlemilk G45 0AZ Can you spot all the hidden horseshoes around the building? Join in with arts and craft activities or plant seeds to grow you own monkey puzzle tree. Wed 2pm-5pm, Sat 10am-4pm
Glasgow Gurdwara Guru Granth Sahib 37 Albert Drive, G41 2PE Art and Crafts for young children age 5+ Fri-Sat, 12.30am-4pm Glasgow Sheriff Court 1 Carlton Place, G5 9DA Visit the cells! Sat 10am - 4pm, tours on request Govan Old Church 866 Govan Road, G51 3UU Have you ever fought in a Viking shield wall? Try a heavy chainmail shirt out for size and see how many star jumps you can do? Perhaps a monk’s robes would suit your fashion sense better? On Saturday and Sunday young people can learn about the past through artefacts and costumes. Quiz available for budding detectives. Sat & Sun 10am-4pm
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The Hidden Garden 25a Albert Drive, G41 2PE Accompanied children 8 and over can join the guided tours. Accompanied children below 8 can explore a special trail. Wildlife themed activities from RSPB Scotland for Glasgow Wild Fest. Sat 10am-7pm, Tours at 1.30; 2.30; 3.30; 4.30; 5.30 Part of Wild fest! www.glasgowwildfest.org
Pollokshaws Burgh Hall 2025 Pollokshaws Road, off Christian Street, G43 1NE Traditional childrens games! eg. Gird and Kleeks, peever; Bagatelle, Shove ha’penny, Nine Pin Skittles, Short Stilts, Jenga, Large Snakes and Ladders mat, Skipping, yoyos, Quoits, Draughts, Splat the Rat and Marbles. Sun 10am-12noon The Tall Ship - SV Glenlee 150 Pointhouse Place, G3 8RS Nautical-themed children’s activities available on board a real tall ship! (Ages 3-11) Mon-Sun 12-3pm
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The Lighthouse 11 Mitchell Lane, G1 3NU Designer-led workshops for all ages, including kids! Sat & Sun 11-4pm Book: raymond.strachan@glasgow.gov.uk
Village Storytelling Centre Langton Halls, 134 Langton Road, G53 4DD Come visit The Village Storytelling Centre in its new home! Hear stories, get involved in art activities and much more. Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 11am-4pm
Madrasa Taleem Ul Islam (Norwoodville) 161 Nithsdale Rd, G41 5QS Children will love our kidzone- where they can design and colour their own mosaic based on patterns found in Mosques across the world! Sat & Sun 10am-4pm The Pipe Factory 42 Bain Street, G20 4LA Fun with clay, discover the amazing history of the factory building and make your very own William White pipe to take home! Suitable for 4 + year olds. Sun 2 - 5pm
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With Thanks We would like to thank the many funders, sponsors and volunteers who make Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival possible! If you would like to contribute to next year’s event please visit glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com/supportus Glasgow Building Preservation Trust has been raising the funds to organise and coordinate Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival since it began in 1990 as a one day event for the City of Culture celebrations. Doors Open Days is coordinated nationally by the Scottish Civic Trust and runs through Scotland every September as part of European Heritage Days. For more information see www.doorsopendays.org.uk www.scottishcivictrust.org.uk A number of the images in this brochure are courtesy of Neale Smith, taken for a joint publication 'Glasgow Interiors' with Helen Kendrick. You can get your own copy of the book to view the images in their full-page glory at www.birlinn.co.uk Visitors entering buildings do so at their own risk. Please take care! Glasgow Building Preservation Trust nor participating buildings are responsible for any accidents or damage incurred. Every effort has been made to ensure all information contained in this brochure was correct at the time of printing. From World Heritage Sites to ancient monuments, listed buildings to historic battlefields, cultural traditions to our myths, tales and legends, the 2017 Year of History, Heritage and Archaeology, running from 1 January to 31 December will shine a spotlight on Scotland’s fascinating past, some of our greatest figures, attractions and icons, as well as our hidden gems. #HHA2017
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The Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival is organised by the Glasgow Building Preservation Trust. To find out more about GBPT’s work, or to support us by becoming a member, visit www.gbpt.org The Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival is made possible thanks to the support of our volunteers, funders, sponsors and donors. If you would like to contribute to next year’s event please check the Support Us page of our website or get in touch. 0141 554 4411 doorsopendays@gbpt.org glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival.com GlasgowDoorsOpenDays GlasgowDOD glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival Programme Design by Zag @designbyzag