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Nestled between two of Scotland’s largest cities, Edinburgh and Glasgow there’s plenty to explore in Lanarkshire.

With miles of picturesque landscapes and stunning country parks just a short drive from Glasgow, Lanarkshire offers the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. Alive with historic sites, bountiful opportunities to see life in the wild and well stocked with restaurants, pubs and cafés, the area offers an abundance of wonderful days out.

Unwind with a gentle stroll through the countryside or let off steam tackling one of the area’s world class mountain bike trails. For the little ones, there are a number of five-star visitor attractions which guarantee a fun and educational day out, such as National Museum of Rural Life where you’ll

experience the sights, sounds and smells of a 1950s working farm, and Summerlee Museum of Scottish Industrial Life, home to Scotland’s only operational heritage tramway.

Lanarkshire also boasts two UNESCO World Heritage sites, the Antonine Wall and the world famous 18th Century cotton mill at New Lanark, where you will discover the history behind some of Scotland’s most culturally significant attractions. Whether you are looking to getaway, play or spend time with the family, Lanarkshire has days to suit every type of explorer. Plan your trip now at VisitLanarkshire.com.

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Welcome, visitor!

Welcome to Glasgow, one of Europe’s most exciting and welcoming cities. The world’s leading publications and renowned travel guides consistently rank Glasgow as a mustvisit destination – reinforcing the city’s position as Scotland’s creative, cultural and sporting capital and one of Europe’s most vibrant cities.

Glasgow has an enviable portfolio of museums and galleries including the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, The Riverside Museum and the Gallery of Modern Art (GoMA). the People’s Palace, and Glasgow Science Centre are also worth a visit.

The city is famed for the quality of its shopping and restaurant scenes, with Glasgow regularly confirmed as the best place to shop outside London’s West End. It’s also packed with parks and gardens living up to its Gaelic name of Glaschu, meaning ‘dear green place’.

The city’s profile continues to go from strength to strength, and this isn’t simply the result of the best ever Commonwealth Games. Since then, the city has been highly successful in efforts to promote itself across the world as the ideal place for a city break, a conference, or to study in one of the city’s three world-class universities or colleges. As well as attracting conferences to the city, Glasgow is one of the world’s leading venues for major events.

The city hosts an astonishing offering of year-round events including live performances, festivals and major sporting event. This is only possible because the city has invested in world class venues, such as the Emirates Arena and the OVO Hydro. Whether you’re a leisure visitor or here on business, Glasgow is certainly one of Europe’s most exciting cities to visit and has everything to make your stay memorable. ■

Glasgow has a vibrant shopping and cultural scene

Glasgow offers an abundance of things to do with days out and top attractions for the whole family to enjoy

Great days out

Once the ‘Second City of the Empire’, and Scotland’s largest city, Glasgow’s Clyde Valley setting makes it the perfect place to give you the best of both city and country. Enjoy an abundance of metropolitan attractions while exploring museums, watching theatre shows and snapping memorable selfies with historical buildings. Then, relax in the heart of nature – with a Scotch pie or two.

Glasgow bursts at the seams with history and culture. If that sounds like your cup of Scottish tea, pop these thrilling attractions on your itinerary for days out in the city.

Planted firmly in the historic centre of the city is Glasgow Cathedral, one of the few Scottish medieval churches to have survived

You can often spot deer among the monuments to Glasgow’s most revered citizens of times gone by

the Reformation. Traces of the original church established by St Mungo, the city’s patron saint, still form part of the Blackadder Aisle. The cathedral offers a postcard moment, and also holds frequent concerts and recitals.

Adjacent to Glasgow Cathedral is Glasgow Necropolis, a fascinating Victorian garden cemetery with a fantastic vantage point for city views. You can often spot deer among the monuments to some of Glasgow’s most revered citizens of times gone by. A tour not to be missed is the free, hour-long insight into Glasgow City Chambers. This peek behind the scenes of the city’s town hall takes in the elegant Banqueting Hall with its

Glasgow Necropolis is a Victorian garden cemetery with a fantastic vantage point for city views

Kelvingrove Park is a Gothic warren of quadrangles and spires

ornate golden ceiling and murals depicting Glasgow’s history.

The city boasts two other lovely cathedrals, if you can’t get enough. The refurbished Roman Catholic St Andrew’s Cathedral on Dunlop Street features an outstanding painting of St John Ogilvie’s martyrdom created by Glasgow boy Peter Howson. Visit the Episcopal St Mary’s Cathedral on Great Western Road on Sunday afternoons for free Choral Evensong.

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As a long-established multi-cultural city, Glasgow has several temples and synagogues They include the first purpose-built synagogue in Scotland at Garnethill and two magnificent Gurdwaras. The country’s biggest mosque, the Central Mosque in Gorbals, impresses with a glass dome and gorgeous gardens. Prearranged guided tours of the Gurdwaras are available.

Kelvingrove Park, by the River Kelvin, is the setting for Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and the University of Glasgow. Founded in the 15th century, the University moved to its current site in 1870, and it’s a marvellous Gothic warren of quadrangles and spires. Embark on a self-guided tour from the visitor centre, taking in the cloisters where

Outlander, The Outlaw King and Cloud Atlas were filmed.

The free Hunterian Museum is Scotland’s oldest, with scientific and medical exhibits to impress history buffs. You’ll also see the famous – and largest – Whistler Collection, and the Mackintosh Collection. The Hunterian Museum is home to Mackintosh House, replicating Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s own home for a fascinating glimpse into one of Glasgow’s most famous sons.

Not many people know that the UK’s very first police force was formed in Glasgow. Exploring the history of policing from 1779 to the present day, the fascinating Glasgow Police Museum at 30 Bell Street has Europe’s largest display of international police uniforms and insignias from around the world.

Two other little gems are the weirdly wonderful moving statues at Sharmanka Kinetic Gallery in Trongate, and Britannia Panopticon Music Hall just down the road. The Panopticon is the world’s oldest surviving music hall, seeing performances from such greats as Dan Leno and Harry Lauder, along with the debut of Stan Laurel.

Call in at the National Trust for Scotlandrun Tenement House on Buccleuch Street, open from March to October in the afternoons. In the 19th and early 20th l

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Rangers Museum at Edmiston House

The brand-new Rangers Museum is the perfect place to immerse yourself in over 150 years of Rangers Football Club’s history.

From the humble beginnings of the four lads who had a dream, to the club’s recent successes, the Rangers Museum is an exciting and interactive experience for any football fan.

Explore parts of the Rangers story through different zones soaking in exhibits detailing the club’s most influential players and managers, its historic achievements, and rise in becoming one of the most revered footballing institutions in the world.

There’s fun for the kids too. Why not collect stamps as you make your way around the museum in Broxi’s Trail, or test your footwork in ‘Play the Rangers Way’?

Rangers Museum & Stadium Tour passes are available, where you can sample the magic of Ibrox Stadium with your very own ‘access all areas’ pass.

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The David Livingstone Centre

The David Livingstone Birthplace Museum offers visitors the chance to explore the life and legacy of David Livingstone, journeying from Blantyre to Africa. Set along the banks of the River Clyde, Shuttle Row houses a highly immersive, engaging exhibition of Livingstone’s life and legacy. The museum provides a unique opportunity to learn more about the thoughts and actions of one of Scotland’s most famous historical figures.

Surrounded by 26-acres of parkland, our grounds feature winding nature trails, our pirate ship park and the famous Livingstone and the Lion sculpture. Or head inside the gift shop, stocked with Livingstone themed merchandise and locally made products. Why not visit Livingstone’s Cafe? Serving breakfast, lunch, and delicious home baking daily.

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Haggs Castle boasts one of the finest layouts in the West of Scotland and is set in the magnificent parkland of Pollok Country Park. Our course is always presented in immaculate condition due to the hard work of our Greens Team which is led by Course Manager, Scott Ballantyne. The tree lined fairways of our course provide a wonderful contrast to the nearby, bustling City Centre and is a perfect place to get away from it all and relax. At 6,426 yards from the back tees, the course is enjoyable for all and a challenge for the best! To score well you’ll have to plot your way around, stay on the short grass and find the fairways from the tee.

Haggs Castle Golf Club has history and traditions dating back more than one hundred years. We’ve hosted four European Tour events with famous winners: Bernhard Langer, Ken Brown, Howard Clark and David Feherty. Annually, we host the Cameron Corbett Vase, a world ranking and Order of Merit amateur event. In March of 2016 and 2018 we had the pleasure of hosting the EuroPro Tour Q School.

Off the course, we have a well-appointed clubhouse and a great team waiting to serve you. Our Clubhouse Manager, Tracey Morgan and her team will look after you before and after your round and why not treat yourself to a tasty meal from our extensive menu. All prepared fresh and daily by our Head Chef, Scott McCluskey.

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centuries, most Glasgow folk lived in tenements. This wonderfully preserved firstfloor flat has survived virtually unchanged for over a century, providing visitors with uniquely detailed insight into everyday life in Glasgow at that time.

Another unusual insight into Glasgow life is found at Glasgow Central Station. Walking the subterranean tunnels beneath the iconic train station, you’ll hear fascinating stories of famous and infamous travellers who have graced this A-listed building since it opened in 1879. The historic burgh of Govan on the south side of the river is reached via a footbridge near the SEC. Once there, visit Govan Old Parish Church to see the ancient hog-backed burial stones.

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You’ll find plenty of lush oases in the heart of Glasgow for family adventures in nature. Known as ‘The Dear Green Place’, Glasgow boasts more than 70 beautiful parks offering tranquillity among the city streets. Top of the list has to be Rouken Glen Park in the city’s southside suburbs. Voted the UK’s Best Park, it’s a beautiful place for a walk along woodland pathways to see a boating pond and waterfall.

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Historic Glasgow Green, with the People’s Palace and the magnificent Doulton Fountain, is well worth a visit. Or take a trip east to Tollcross Park to enjoy the superb rose collection. The Botanic Gardens on Great Western Road are internationally renowned for their extensive collections of tropical plants and impressive glasshouses, including the spectacular Kibble Palace. For younger children, the Minibeasts, Birds and Trees of the Botanics trail evoke curiosity.

Bellahouston Park was the scene of the 1938 Empire Exhibition. Discover the fine walled garden which is a pretty backdrop to the Mackintosh-designed House for an Art Lover. If you’re a sports loving family, enjoy Bellahouston’s bowling greens and l

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Enjoy a long trip ‘doon the watter’ courtesy of Glasgow’s old lady of the sea, the PS Waverley

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Pollok Country Park is Glasgow’s largest, covering 146 hectares of the old Pollok Estate. It’s home to Glasgow’s prize-winning herd of Highland cattle, along with heavy horses and woodland walks. Picnic spaces and a wildlife garden join a mountain bike circuit to create a day out with something for everyone.

A little gem with a lot of history, Queen’s Park is set on the slopes where the Battle of Langside was fought, and it’s named after Mary, Queen of Scots. On a clear day, you’ll see Ben Lomond from the lofty site of the park’s flagpole. Explore the remains of ancient settlements nearby and let the kids loose at the playgrounds.

Travel along the waterfront of the River Clyde, past the vast Scottish Event Campus, and board The Tall Ship Glenlee. Built in

1896, this sleek barque transports you back in time to discover what life was like on the high seas. Then, journey from the past to the future by calling in at the Science Centre and Planetarium. The futuristic silver pod is filled with interactive exhibits, labs and science shows, including a stunning planetarium.

River trips

Enjoy a long trip ‘doon the watter’ courtesy of Glasgow’s old lady of the sea, the PS Waverley. Sailing from the Glasgow Science Centre, the beautifully restored boat is the last sea-going paddle steamer in the world. Offering cruises on the River Clyde and the scenic West Coast, the steamer’s onboard facilities include an observation lounge and a souvenir shop. Plus, it’s possible to visit the engine room to see how it all works.

Also located on the River Clyde, enjoy a vast range of activities at XSite Braehead. Indulge in some competition at Paradise Island Adventure Golf and have a ‘shot’ on the UK’s tallest indoor slide at Climbzone. Immerse in a virtual reality experience at Immotion VR or test out a few seat drops at Gravity trampoline park.

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Museum. Tour the massive national football stadium at Hampden Park to see team changing rooms and the player’s tunnel. Then, learn about your favourite sporting heroes in the Scottish Football Hall of Fame. In this football mad city, you can indulge your passion all day. Join walking tours of ‘Football’s Square Mile’ and discover Ibrox Stadium for a glimpse at the home of the Rangers.

Love taking part in sport as much as watching it? Glasgow Climbing Centre on Paisley Road West is a converted church where you’ll scale the heights of a 40ft climbing wall with all the latest safety gear. If you care to travel a little further, there are boundless leisure and pleasure pursuits on Glasgow’s doorstep. Visit the National Museum of Rural Life just outside East Kilbride to discover a 1950s working farm. It’s less than an hour’s

drive from Glasgow to the breathtaking walks and water sports of Loch Lomond.

Soak up most of Glasgow’s sights on an open-topped City Sightseeing bus tour. They depart regularly from George Square seven days a week, with audio commentary by BBC historian Neil Oliver. Or, hop aboard the Red Bus Bistro’s vintage Routemaster for afternoon teas, gin experiences or burgers while touring some of Glasgow’s most iconic sights.

Glasgow Underground

Another great way to get about is on Glasgow’s beloved ‘Clockwork Orange’. One of the world’s oldest undergrounds, this cheery subway system links many of the major tourist attractions. Best of all, it runs in a circle, so you’ll never get lost with the little ones in tow! Or why not bike it? With a 300km network of cycle paths, including canal sides and open parkland, Glasgow is a great place for a family ride.

Cruise the River Clyde, museum-hop to your heart’s content and stroll through blooming gardens in the centre of the city. Whether you’re a history buff or an outdoor adventurer, Glasgow’s charms know no bounds. You’re almost guaranteed to succumb to them on brilliant days out in this city. ■

In this football mad city you can indulge your passions, such as getting a glimpse of the Ibrox Stadium trophy room

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Our top things to see and do when visiting this picturesque city

1 Retail therapy

Glasgow city centre is a square mile of shopping nirvana, where visitors will find everything –from Armani to Zara and Primark to Prada – all in a compact, walkable space. The cutting-edge Merchant City and bohemian West End meanwhile are only a minute’s stroll or a short Subway ride away.

2 Walk this way

Fittingly for a city whose name means ‘The Dear Green Place’, Glasgow has more than 90 parks and gardens within the city boundaries. Why not take a stroll through Glasgow Green, the city’s oldest park; Kelvingrove Park, Bellahouston Park or the Botanic Gardens?

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Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum is undoubtedly the jewel in the city’s cultural crown. First opened to the public in 1901 and refurbished in 2006, Kelvingrove is Scotland’s most visited attraction. Major highlights include Salvador Dali’s Christ of St John of the Cross, Rembrandt’s Man in Armour and masterpieces by Van Gogh, Whistler, Monet and Botticelli.

4 Merchant City

Formerly home to the city’s wealthy Tobacco Lords in the 18th century, the quarter housed the city’s fruit, vegetable and cheese markets a century later. Now characterised by busy bars, award-winning restaurants, a thriving arts scene and some of the city’s most impressive architecture, Merchant City is the perfect place to enjoy the Glasgow vibe.

Mackintosh style l Charles Rennie Mackintosh is perhaps Glasgow’s most famous son. A renowned designer and architect, Mackintosh’s Art Nouveau style can be seen throughout the city, although his most celebrated work, The Glasgow School of Art, was badly damaged by fire in May 2014 and then again in 2018. The Mackintosh House at The Hunterian, the Mackintosh Willow Tea Rooms and House for an Art Lover are among other must-visits for anyone wishing to truly experience Mackintosh.

The water of life

Glasgow boasts two whisky distilleries situated just outside the city: Glengoyne near Killearn and Auchentoshan at Old Kilpatrick. Both offer fascinating tours and tastings throughout the

year. And on the historic Queen’s Dock, The Clydeside Distillery offers visitors fantastic interactive whisky tours, alongside the distillery shop and Clyedside café.

Hop on a sightseeing bus

Giving visitors a good overview of the city’s main attractions including Glasgow Cathedral and the Botanic Gardens, City Sightseeing Glasgow operates a hopon-hop-off service. The tours regularly depart from Glasgow’s George Square throughout the year.

St Mungo

Based in a faux-baronial building at the cathedral precinct in the East End, St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art aims to promote understanding and respect between people of all faiths, but also to explain religion in West-Central Scotland.

City Halls & Old Fruitmarket

Once home to vendors and greengrocers, the Old Fruitmarket now plays host to live music and other events. Its period charm has been retained and includes its lofty vaulted roof, cast iron columns and balcony making it one of Glasgow’s most atmospheric venues. The City Halls, built in 1841, sit next door and is Glasgow’s oldest purpose-built performance and meeting space. The traditional shoebox-style

auditorium is renowned throughout the world for its outstanding acoustics..

Glasgow Science Centre

Glasgow Science Centre is one of the city’s most familyfriendly venues. Allowing children to experience science in a hands-on way, it offers three floors of fun and games. The Centre also includes a planetarium and an impressive IMAX cinema. ■

SHOPPING

Shopaholics will love Glasgow for its eclectic mix of boho-chic boutiques, high-street staples and quirky independents

When it comes to fabulous shopping, Glasgow is considered second only to London for retail therapy in the UK. Consistently voted ‘top of the shops’, Glasgow is Scotland’s premier shopping destination, with stores virtually unrivalled for choice and quality. With all your high street favourites, independent boutiques and antique emporiums, are you ready to burn a hole in the budget? It’s worth it. It couldn’t be easier to stroll along bustling shopping streets and browse Glasgow’s designer stores in beautiful arcades in the city. Zip along to the city centre’s ‘Golden Z’ to

Stroll along bustling streets & browse in beautiful arcades

begin your quest for that perfect purchase. Comprising Sauchiehall Street, Buchanan Street and Argyle Street, this zig-zag route takes you through some of Glasgow’s best shops and department stores. Start your journey on Sauchiehall Street, which means ‘the alley of the willows’. Established stores such as Waterstones and Primark join homegrown shopping experiences like The Savoy Centre. Here, you’ll buy just about everything from baby clothes to jewellery and Chinese medicine.

Towards the top of Buchanan Street are

sports clothing store JD Sports, fashionable chain FatFace, and Scribbler for cards and gifts. Buchanan Galleries is of the city’s newer shopping centres, conveniently located next to the underground. Around 80 shops sell everything from cute kids’ accessories to designer olive oils.

On leaving Buchanan Galleries, stroll down pedestrianised Buchanan Street for upmarket boutique chains like AllSaints and The White Company. Pop into Victoria’s Secret for lingerie and find the award-winning independent gift shop Maia Gifts just off Buchanan on Bath Street.

The venerable House of Fraser is the original department store in the chain that went on to include Harrods in London. Ranged around beautiful, original wooden galleries and balconies, their wares include cosmetics, homeware and designer fashion including Prada and Miu Miu. Just off Buchanan on St Vincent Street, visit Loake Shoemakers to buy classic shoes from the likes of Joseph Cheaney and Herring.

Argyle Street

Argyle Street is worth exploring for clothes and accessories at Yours Clothing, and big labels at small prices at TK Maxx. For the gents, take a short detour to Howard Street and Slater Menswear for off-the-peg suits and the VIP ‘Ralph’s Room’ for that luxury look. Having started as a small tailor’s store in Glasgow, it is now a network of shops across the UK.

Facing Frasers is Princes Square, an elegant Art Nouveau-inspired arcade with five floors of ethereal wrought iron and glass provides the backdrop to some fabulous clothes stores. Be sure to fill your bags at COS and Kurt Geiger, then browse around Reiss and French Connection. There are plenty of high-quality accessories and little luxuries on offer at The Pen Shop, as well as jewellers Sheila Fleet and Diamond Heaven. American fashion and accessory brand Kate Spade opened a flagship store here, and it’s also home to the first Scottish outlet of hip furniture store Timothy Oulton.

Widely regarded as the Hatton Garden of Scotland, the jewel-filled Argyll Arcade hosts more than 30 jewellers and diamond merchants all under one roof. Constructed in 1827 in the Parisian style, the L-shaped, glassroofed arcade is one of the oldest covered shopping arcades in Europe, carved through old tenements to provide a link between Argyle Street and Buchanan Street.

The area around Ingram Street is fast becoming the city’s designer enclave, with

famous names such as Ralph Lauren, Gant and leather specialists Belstaff having relocated here from Princes Square. Also on Ingram Street, check out men’s clothing store END. Fabulous millinery from William Chambers is part of the Italian Centre, which is home to several Italian restaurants, too.

A little further along the road, you’ll come to Royal Exchange Square, surrounding the Gallery of Modern Art. Again, this is designer heaven with lululemon and Forty Clothing offering designer streetwear for youths and adults. There’s also the scrumptious Neal’s Yard for lotions and potions.

Glasgow boasts excellent out-of-town shopping centres, including the bustling Parkhead Forge shopping centre and market. There’s not much you won’t find at the stylish and hugely popular Silverburn Centre at Pollok. XSite Braehead is dubbed the ‘ultimate family entertainment destination’ with all the usual stores, such as Next and Primark, as well as a whole range of entertainment. Enjoy the cinema, or check l

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Mackinnon Mills at Coatbridge has highquality Scottish woollens and gifts at factory prices. At the conservation mill village of New Lanark, a fascinating day out awaits by the spectacular Falls of Clyde. Enjoy an abundance of shopping opportunities here with Scottish crafts and knitwear. It’s also worth venturing a little away from the usual shopping hubs to find interesting gift and accessories shops. Head to Spirito on Crow Road and Gifted in Clarkston.

Antiques & curios

If you love unearthing unique treasures and special antiques, you’re in for a shopping treat in Glasgow. Delve into the past with an exploration of the Glasgow style – that long, elegant turn-of-the-century school of architecture and design. Hunt for treasures at Glasgow City Antiques on Lancefield Street. On the weekend, Glasgow Antiques and Collectibles Market on London Road is the spot to find precious collectibles.

A South Street must-see is Vintage & Retro, which specialises in Ercol furniture but also stocks some older antique pieces. Battlefield Restoration on Sinclair Drive on Glasgow’s southside gives new life to

architectural and heritage items, from chairs and lamps to old machinery. For more antique curios, including several antiquarian booksellers, jump on the underground train that runs in a loop around the city, and take a ride to Hillhead in West End.

This bohemian enclave is a great place to find something different. Seek out De Courcy’s Antique and Craft Arcade on Cresswell Lane. It’s also the spot for oneoff shops and offbeat boutiques, along with Voltaire & Rousseau on Otago Lane for antique books. Otago Street boasts several antique shops and auction houses.

The West End is home to thousands of Glasgow’s students, and so has an artistic, cutting-edge vibe to match. Enjoy beautiful, contemporary arts and crafts and jewellery from stores such as The Nancy Smillie Shop on Creswell Lane. Take time to browse the many galleries and studios lining the leafy pavements. One of the biggest second-hand bookshops in the country is Byres Road’s Oxfam store, with a great turnover of books and old vinyl.

Byres Road is also full of retro stores and independent boutiques, and it’s home to Glasgow’s first Oliver Bonas. Hungry yet? Turn the corner of Byres Road and keep following your nose until you get to l

Byres Road is full of retro stores and independent boutiques

Mellis Cheesemongers on Great Western Road. Imagine – a whole shop devoted to cheese! After a snack, you’ll find many other interesting gift and lifestyle shops on Great Western Road, including Authentics for antiques.

Merchant City is where the traders of centuries past came to do business and build their homes. Stop first to take a look at the eclectic arcade of second-hand and vintage stores on King Street, including the irrepressibly kitsch Mr Ben Retro Clothing. Worth a rummage are the comic and model shops on Parnie Street. The 130-year-old Tam Shepherd Trick Shop on Queen Street is also something of a find.

Near the Barrowland Ballroom, Glickman’s Confectionery is the oldest sweet shop in Glasgow. Established in 1903, nostalgia nestles in every colourful jar crammed full of old-time favourites like macaroon cake and soor plooms. Take your tastebuds on a journey of discovery and a trip down memory lane, then pack plenty to take home with you.

All of Glasgow’s major museums have excellent gift shops. Head to St Mungo’s for shimmering golden icons and fascinating books on the world’s religions. Kelvingrove offers fine art postcards and posters, along with reproductions of ancient pottery. The

place to go for old-time children’s toys and games is Scotland Street School Museum.

You’ll find several fine kilt shops scattered throughout the city for everything from a sporran to a sgian dubh, which is the traditional Scottish dirk worn with a kilt. Most will also advise on any family or clan links and guide you towards the correct plaid. Although, with designs now named after cities and football teams, there’s a tartan out there for everyone.

Scottish craftsmanship

Situated on Bath Street, MacGregor and MacDuff are award-winning kilt and Highlandwear specialists showcasing worldclass Scottish craftsmanship. Established in 1979, these Highlandwear specialists also have locations in Ayrshire, London, Manchester and New York. Known as Master Kiltmakers, they use traditional kiltmaking skills and techniques passed down through generations of kiltmaking.

Scotland may be a small country, but the cultured and cosmopolitan city of Glasgow packs a huge punch when it comes to shopping. From exciting antique treasures to the latest international fashion, you might want to bring an extra bag or two to get it all home. ■

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EATING OUT

Glasgow is a foodie’s paradise with a host of fantastic restaurants, cafés and pubs – so make sure you bring a healthy appetite

Hungry? Scotland’s largest city boasts a world-class choice of places to eat out. From traditional chippies to fine dining restaurants, global street food vendors and eclectic coffee shops, there’s something for everyone on the banks of the Clyde. Think of your favourite dish and know that you’ll indulge your cravings on Glasgow’s always varied and downright scrumptious dining scene.

The bohemian West End is the place to go for a huge choice of excellent restaurants. Nestled in the shadow of Glasgow University, you’ll find Stravaigin with the motto ‘think global, eat local’. Pop down Ashton Lane to the classic Glasgow eatery Ubiquitous Chip, which opened in 1973. The menu showcases the best of Scottish ingredients and you’ll dine in a covered courtyard that oozes

atmosphere. Think garlands of fairy lights and a gently splashing fountain.

The Grosvenor offers cocktails, coffee and light bites at The Gardener, delicious food in The Grosvenor Cafe, and the historic Grosvenor Cinema all under one roof. Visit the Innis & Gunn Brewery Taproom, also on Ashton Lane, for a craft beer haven that serves fresh and seasonal dishes.

Visit the Innis & Gunn Brewery Taproom for craft beer and seasonal dishes

For French-inspired Scottish food on Great Western Road, settle in for a Michelin-starred meal at Cail Bruich.

Warm and cosy, the Loveable Rogue is just the place to eat some Scottish comfort food like lobster mac ’n’ cheese and full-on Sunday roasts. Vinicombe Street is home to Hillhead Bookclub, an old cinema filled with gramophones and video games. It’s renowned for homecooked meals and Bloody Marys. Round the corner on Ruthven Lane, The Hanoi Bike Shop serves delicious Vietnamese street food like pancakes with prawns and pork.

Fancy dining with a legal theme? Head to the splendid façade of The Corinthian Club on Ingram Street. Once a High Court, the courtrooms have been transformed into a stunning complex with a cocktail bar, restaurant and private dining rooms for that special occasion.

A glimpse into the past is found at elegant Sloans within Argyll Arcade. Once a coaching inn, Sloans is billed as one of Glasgow’s oldest restaurants, with a circular bar and period ballroom. Its Eat Film evenings, when you tuck into your food while watching an iconic movie, are famous city-wide.

Merchant City, once home to the mansions and warehouses of the tobacco lords who established Glasgow as ‘The Second City’, is a chic cultural enclave for steakhouses and French cuisine. The old Candleriggs Market, now revamped into a Covent Garden-style arcade, is definitely worth a wander, while one of the original Merchant City restaurants is Cafe Gandolfi. Decked in dark, sinuous wood, Gandolfi caters for healthy appetites with Cullen Skink and tangy Scottish cheeses.

Everyone knows about Glasgow’s passion for Indian curries. However, the city also loves highquality burgers and boasts several American-style restaurants. Take your appetite to the Hard Rock Cafe on Sauchiehall Street and BRGR on Great Western Road. The critically acclaimed WEST Brewery, Bar & Restaurant was inspired by Venice’s Doge Palace and offers schnitzels and bratwurst alongside burgers.

From chippies to fine dining to street food, there’s something for everyone on the banks of the Clyde

If it’s an authentic Asian streetfood vibe you’re after, the incredibly reasonable Dumpling Monkey on Dumbarton Road offers atmosphere and fantastic Chinese cooking. You’ll find Pickled Ginger on St Vincent Street, a much-talked-about sushi and cocktail bar. Along with curry and Asian-influenced dishes, Italian food is one of the most popular cuisines in the city. Hope Street is home to La Lanterna, one of the city’s oldest Italian restaurants serving delicious food in a woodbeamed basement.

Another long-standing favourite is Piccolo Mondo on Argyle Street, especially for moreish gelato. Check out Caprese Don Costanzo on Woodside Crescent to enjoy live music over house specialities like fillet pizzaiola – a juicy steak topped with garlic and tomato. To eat Roman and Tuscan cuisine surrounded by frescos, take your taste buds to Santa Lucia Merchant City.

When you’re craving comfort food, Glasgow pulls out all stops with spicy curries and relaxed dining venues around every corner.

There’s no doubt about it, Glaswegians have a particular hunger for curries! Four-time winner of the prestigious UK Curry Capital of the Year, Glasgow boasts some of the best Asian restaurants in Britain. And, you won’t have to go far to find one. Head down Sauchiehall Street, one of the city centre’s main thoroughfares, to savour the spices wafting from every second restaurant on the ‘curry mile’.

Lively Akbar’s serves authentic dishes like mouthwatering chicken tikka makhani and old school rogan josh. Rishi’s Indian Aroma on Bath Street serves up South Indian dishes with plenty of options for vegetarians. It’s all about the atmosphere at Mother India, visited by the late legendary chef and journalist Anthony Bourdain.

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buds with dishes topped by fresh herbs and spices. Make sure you’re hungry for dinner at Madha North and South Indian Kitchen, which serves a special pre-theatre menu.

On Howard Street, awardwinning Madras Café claims to ‘raise the bar on Scotland’s favourite cuisine’. Choose from favourites including spicy lamb chops and Bombay butter chicken. Feel like home-style Pakistani meals? Village Curry House in Tradestone serves up fresh local produce enhanced by tasty mixes of herbs and spices.

You’ll find taste-bud-exploding Indian food just outside of the city centre as well. Check out Nakodar Grill in Dennistoun, The Indian on Skirving Street south of the river, and The New Turban Tandoori in Giffnock. On Victoria Road, fuel up at Kebabish Grill. Refurbished after being destroyed in a fire in 2017, this bustling restaurant has a reputation for delicious modern Punjabi food. With atmospheric interiors and scrumptious Scottish food, it’s hard to go wrong with pubs in Glasgow. Make a beeline for The Curler’s Rest on Byres Road in the heart of the West End. It’s all about relaxing vibes over a leisurely lunch or dinner. Expect all the pub classic favourites, like hearty pies with mash washed down with a perfectly poured cask ale.

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A nostalgic visit with excellent customer care and friendly Glaswegian patter, is not to be missed. Using traditional copper pots we hand make all our confectionery from our original recipes dating back to the early 1900s, now adapting but holding on to what is good from the past. Glickman’s has always played an important role in the history of Glasgow. It is the sweetie shop of your dreams...

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screen as you tuck into beer battered North Sea haddock. Feel like a gourmet toastie with your favourite Scottish brand of whiskey? The Gate claims to serve the best toasties in the city, and you’ll find it across from Barrowland Ballroom.

If you love nothing more than a charming setting, pick a perch at The Duke’s Umbrella in Argyle Street. The gastropub evokes oldeworlde glamour with leather chairs, tassel lamps and paraphernalia like vintage typewriters. You’ll get your sausages and mash. However, there’s plenty of gourmet delights to choose from, including caramelised carrot soup and skillet roasted chicken supreme.

If it’s a snack, coffee or afternoon tea you’re after, Glasgow delivers. The city’s TriBeCa Cafés, on Dumbarton Road and Bell Street, are top spots for a New York-style brunch. To really get a good start on the day, order a Manhattan Grandslam with three eggs, sausages, hash browns, baked beans and mushrooms.

With a signature espresso blend and scrumptious pastries, Kember & Jones on Byres Road is a place to settle into for hours. Looking for organic bread and cakes? The spot for you is Tapa Coffee & Bakehouse in Dennistoun. Coffee is roasted by hand in small batches and you’ll happily sip it alongside treats like vegan banana loaf and scones.

Speaking of scones, the tea room at Pollok House might just take the crown for the best, using original Glasgow Dough School recipes. In the running for the title, however, is the quaint Moyra Janes where lightas-a-feather scones are served up amid old-style wooden panelling. For a theme to go with your cuppa, visit Willow Tea Rooms on Buchanan Street. The Mackintosh theme extends to a gift shop for souvenirs before you leave.

Whether you want a buttery bridie, gourmet Italian or sushi, you’ll find a restaurant to suit you in Glasgow. Curry fans are in seventh heaven, while pub food fanatics are spoilt for choice. Just make sure you wear something with a little extra room to move. ■

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Only here for the weekend? Fear not! Here are some ideas for a memorable short break to Glasgow

WEEKENDER

DAY ONE

Start your trip to the city with a visit to one of its most historical sites – Glasgow Cathedral. One of Scotland’s most magnificent medieval buildings, the cathedral is the only one on the Scottish mainland to survive the Reformation of 1560 intact. From here, stroll back to George Square in the heart of the city centre to the magnificent City Chambers, headquarters of Glasgow City Council. Guided tours are available on weekdays at 10.30am and 2.30pm.

A two-minute walk from here, you will find the Gallery of Modern Art housing four floors of contemporary painting, sculpture and installations from around the world.

Head round the corner to Buchanan Street and stop for lunch at the Willow Tea Rooms. Based on original designs by Glasgow-born architect and designer Charles Rennie Mackintosh, the Tea Rooms are a real Glasgow institution.

Follow lunch with a little retail therapy – Glasgow is well known for being a fantastic location for shopping and Buchanan Street is packed full of high street and designer names. Browse around the beautiful Princes Square shopping mall where many high street names can be found.

In the evening, the Merchant City area is a great place to spend some time. It’s a vibrant area where boutiques, coffee shops, wine bars, restaurants, bistros and nightclubs are all on offer. Merchant Square is a trendy, relaxing courtyard development with lots of choice all under one roof.

DAY TWO

Locally referred to as the Clockwork Orange, Glasgow has a small but perfectly formed underground system. With an inner and outer circle line, it couldn’t be simpler to navigate, and it offers a great way to get around. Look out for the subway signs and use the service to head to the city’s Kelvinhall stop in the West End. A short walk from here, you will find Kelvingrove Art

Gallery and Museum – a must-see. This stunning red sandstone iconic building is a favourite amongst locals and visitors alike – it boasts a fantastic and varied collection with something for everyone.

A short stroll from here is Byres Road, where you can while away a few hours and stop for some lunch.

The West End has a bohemian feel – with lots of quirky boutiques and craft shops as well as tempting delicatessens and patisseries. Visit De Courcy’s Arcade which offers an interesting variety of retail outlets.

The Gallery of Modern Art houses four floors of painting, sculpture & installations

Charles Rennie Mackintosh was the city’s most famous architect and designer and a real influence in the Art Nouveau movement. No visit to Glasgow is complete without a taste of his work, so, in the afternoon, head to The Mackintosh House at The Hunterian.

In the evening, head back to the city centre and choose from one of the many restaurants located around Bath Street. For a nightcap, there are also lots of bars in this area – from student hang outs, to wine bars or traditional pubs. ■

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Culture vultures assemble! This city offers the perfect mix of galleries, museums, exhibitions and festivals

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Glasgow and art go together like fish and chips or salt and vinegar. In 2015, the city hosted the Turner Prize. The 2017 Portrait Artist of the Year, Gareth Reid, lives and works here, and Glasgow School of Art has a worldwide reputation for producing top artists year after year. So, it’s not surprising that the city boasts an abundance of cultural pursuits for you to wholeheartedly enjoy.

Music is always ringing in the air and the performing arts take centre stage year-round in Glasgow. Just don’t forget your glad rags. Many

national companies, such as BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Scottish Ballet and the Scottish Youth Theatre, are headquartered in Glasgow. The expertly restored Theatre Royal on Hope Street is the city’s oldest, and the ideal place for a taste of the arts. A modern opera house joins an old-style auditorium to present its home company Scottish Opera.

Other world-class companies, such as the Royal Shakespeare Company and the Royal National Theatre, also perform here as part of a dazzling yearly schedule. Its most

recent coup, as one of only three venues worldwide to receive The Jamie Lloyd Company’s production of Cyrano de Bergerac starring Glasgow-born James McAvoy, attracted an audience from all corners of Scotland.

Glasgow’s other theatres offer their own distinctive characters to suit every mood. Enjoy traditional fare and musicals at The Pavilion Theatre and The King’s Theatre (sister to The Theatre Royal). With its thoughtfully designed auditorium from prolific theatre architect Frank Matcham, The

The King’s Theatre has long shone under Glasgow’s cultural spotlight. Opposite page: the Brittania Panopticon

King’s Theatre has long shone under Glasgow’s cultural spotlight. Staging productions from a range of genres, with many arriving direct from the West End, the venue’s best known for its traditional Scottish pantomime, earning a slot in many locals’ diaries during the festive season.

Cottiers Theatre in the West End and Merchant City’s Tron Theatre both offer contemporary dramas and comedies. A West End institution is the muchloved lunchtime theatre of A Pie, A Play and A Pint at Oran Mor. You’ll see the stars of tomorrow showcase their skills at The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.

Home to Scottish Ballet, Tramway is one of Europe’s leading contemporary visual-andperforming-arts venues. Originally a tram depot, the huge scale of space available attracts well-established theatre and dance companies, while still leaving plenty of room for galleries and public areas that include the peaceful Hidden Gardens.

You’ll enjoy loads of options when it comes to lunchtime and evening concerts thanks to Glasgow’s network of concert halls. The elegant City Halls provides the focus for The Scottish Music Centre. Dating from 1841, it’s Glasgow’s oldest purpose-built performance and meeting space housing rehearsal, recording and broadcasting facilities. As a creative hub, the centre also provides a programme of public workshops and concerts. The Grand Hall’s traditional shoebox-style auditorium is world-renowned for its acoustics.

Backing onto the halls is the Old Fruitmarket, an entrancing period venue hosting theatre, jazz concerts, comedy and ceilidhs. Glasgow’s Royal Concert Hall is home to folk and classical concerts. They include the world-famous Celtic Connections series and performances by Royal Scottish National Orchestra, one of Europe’s leading symphony orchestras.

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an authentic show at Britannia Panopticon, one of the world’s oldest. Almost untouched since its heyday, it hosts a schedule of evening shows and silent films. If it’s the silver screen that’s your passion, you’ll catch both classics and the latest releases in Glasgow.

From the Art Deco chic of the Glasgow Film Theatre on Rose Street to the megalith multiplex that is Cineworld, film buffs are assured that every taste is catered for. You’ll find a VUE cinema in St. Enoch Centre in Glasgow’s city centre, promising the ‘best bigscreen experience’. Add to that the 3D Cineworld IMAX cinema at the Science Centre in Govan, and 4D at Cineworld on Renfrew Street, and you can enjoy the flicks in small, medium and very, very large!

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globe, and this international folk music festival blends top-class musicians and performers in a unique celebration of Celtic folklore.

In February, it’s the turn of the Glasgow Film Festival, an extravaganza of all things celluloid. Each year, round 30,000 people attend more than 200 themed screenings. March sees the International Comedy Festival, a riotous affair of cabaret and stand-up. Another local passion is literature. The Aye Write book festival in April attracts an array of Scottish and international writers and readers to the majestic surrounds of the Mitchell, which is Europe’s largest reference library.

Every second year, Glasgow International Festival celebrates visual arts with an explosion of cultural exhibitions, performances and talks across the city. Summer announces Festival Village in Merchant City, promising popup restaurants and a festival atmosphere through to autumn.

Don your kilts in August, as Glasgow hosts Piping Live and

the World Pipe Band Championships. More than 8,000 pipers, drummers and bands from every continent unite in a crescendo of chords and colour.

The year draws to a close with the fantastic Glasgow Loves Christmas, which is almost two months’ worth of winter celebrations incorporating the Christmas Lights switch-on in George Square.

If you love swanning about galleries, poking around museums and admiring beautiful architecture, get ready for a busy itinerary of culture in Glasgow.

Legend has it that two white bulls led St Mungo to the spot on the banks of the Molendinar Burn, where he was to establish a settlement. That place became the site of Glasgow Cathedral and the very heart of ‘Glaschu’. Today, very close to that same spot, sits St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art. It features religious artefacts from around the world, including the famed Zen Garden and a large bronze statue of Hindu God Shiva Nataraj.

Just up the hill on University Avenue, you’ll find one of Scotland’s oldest public museums. The Hunterian is home to 1.3 million artefacts ranging from meteorites, mummies and Mackintosh. It’s spread over several sites, including museums and an art gallery housing works from masters such as Reubens and Whistler.

A glorious mix of artefacts, People’s Palace is a social history museum with everything from wartime displays to Billy Connolly’s banana boots, it’s a brilliant place to spend the day.

Down by the river, a welcome addition to the city’s cultural scene is the wonderful Riverside Museum. The award-winning architectdesigned extravaganza is crammed with planes, boats, trains and trams – with a Tall Ship moored outside.

Pride of place for stunning art goes to the splendid Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. The Grande Dame of them all, this Victorian architectural masterpiece provides the perfect frame for one of the most powerful art collections in l

the country. It includes works by Charles Rennie Mackintosh and masterpieces by Van Gogh and Rembrandt, along with the iconic Dali Christ of St John of the Cross when it’s not out on tour.

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More modern tastes are catered for at the Gallery of Modern Art, or GoMA. Housed in a neoclassical mansion bang in the city centre, the gallery has exhibitions, artists’ talks and a library with café. Visit the Taste! exhibition that spotlights the artist’s journey from studio to museum collection. Stones Steeped in History tells the story of the building from before it was built in 1776, and it’s displayed in the Balcony Gallery.

Provand’s Lordship, Glasgow’s oldest house, dates from the 13th century and still stands proudly opposite the magnificent Glasgow Cathedral. This last vestige of the city’s medieval heart was once a hospital run by monks, a legacy reflected in its St Nicholas Garden with medicinal plants used in

the Middle Ages. Both Provand’s Lordship and People’s Palace in Glasgow Green tell the story of the ordinary folk of Glasgow.

Built in subtle sandstone and glittering glass, modern Glasgow is a visually striking city, and was awarded UK City of Architecture and Design status in 1999. This led to a surge in new design initiatives, evidenced in the refurbishment of many old buildings and a raft of innovative builds. But, for many, Glasgow style means Charles Rennie Mackintosh and his soaring masterpieces, like Queen’s Cross Church in Maryhill.

A half-hour train ride to Helensburgh will take you to The Hill House, Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s breathtaking creation for the Blackie family. Back in the city, another Mackintosh-designed delight is House for an Art Lover at Bellahouston Park. Built in the 1990s to his original design, the house showcases contemporary crafts and music recitals.

Glasgow’s other great architect and designer, Alexander ‘Greek’

Modern tastes are catered for at the Gallery of Modern Art, or GoMA

Thomson, is renowned for a range of magnificent Victorian terraces, churches and houses, all with distinctive Greek and Egyptian influences. Most striking among these are his church on St Vincent Street and his remarkable houses on the city’s southside, including the stunning Holmwood House at Cathcart.

No matter where you look in Glasgow, art and culture are firmly in the spotlight. Get your camera ready for magnificent architecture on your way into intriguing museums and galleries. With a yearly schedule of ballet, opera and festivals, you’ll never miss out on a taste of the city’s rich cultural scene. ■

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The night-time economy in Glasgow is thriving, packed with clubs, pubs, bars and live music venues

After dark

If there’s one thing Glaswegians love, it’s a good party. And, when out on the town, the friendly party goers are always ready to welcome strangers into their midst. It’s no wonder that the city has such a thriving nightlife. Get set for pubs, casinos and theatres where laughter, music and banter abound after dark in Glasgow. You’re always a jovial hop, skip and jump away from entertainment venues for fun nights out in Glasgow.

Glasgow audiences are famous for being among the most enthusiastic in the world.

Consequently, the city attracts an array of big-name musicians, as well as nurturing a wealth of homegrown talent. Heard of Simple Minds, Orange Juice or Snow Patrol, for example? They all have their roots in Glasgow.

And who can forget that one of the biggest rock bands of them all, Oasis, was discovered at Glasgow’s very own King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut?

Tucked away in a basement on St Vincent Street, you could walk past this unassuming venue – but don’t! The legendary 300-capacity venue has been a seminal point in

the career of many an artist, so who knows who you might see if you pop inside for a nosey. One of the most revered Glasgow institutions is The Barrowland Ballroom. A popular dance hall since 1934, the ‘Barraland’ is now regularly voted one of the best music venues in the UK.

Glasgow boasts around 1,000 stylish bars and friendly pubs to choose from in the city centre and West End alone, and music from live gigs always rings in the air. For the younger crowd, the area around Sauchiehall and Bath Streets offers a guaranteed good time. Immerse in

The legendary King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut

the buzzing vibe of Box Glasgow for live bands, DJ nights and open mic sessions.

The Flying Duck is an off-thebeaten-track subterranean bar and club decked out like a flat. Check the schedule for everything from 90s club nights to life drawing. If you like headbanging to hard rock with your hard liquor, The Solid Rock Cafe on Hope Street is your dream venue. For more rocking tunes, Glasgow’s Hard Rock Café delivers live bands with burgers and beer. For more music with your meal, head to Mono, with an in-house record store, as well as gigs and good veggie food.

But the real student heartland in Glasgow is the West End. A stroll down the continental cobbles of Ashton Lane will lead you to live music at Jinty McGuinty’s along with Brel, billed as ‘Ashton Lane’s most magical venue’.

For those in search of a more traditional evening out, why not take a turn on the dancefloor and enjoy the spins and twirls of traditional Scottish ceilidh

Glasgow boasts 1,000 bars and pubs to choose from in the West End alone

dancing? The Grand Ballroom of the venerable Sloans on Argyle Street plays host to the famous Friday night ceilidh. This Grade A-listed coaching inn, accessed from Buchanan Lane, also offers dinner before the dancing begins.

For another unique night out, walk the gangplank to The Ferry. Now permanently berthed at Anderston Quay on the north bank of the river, the old Renfrew ferry plied its trade for more than 30 years before becoming a multipurpose entertainment hub. Expect ceilidhs, bands and food all afloat on Glasgow’s main artery, the River Clyde.

Back on dry land, the city also has several casinos scattered through Merchant City and on the riverfront where you can try your hand with Lady Luck.

Book a ticket at The Theatre Royal on Hope Street to see a dazzling show at the city’s oldest theatre, not to mention the longest running in Scotland. Opened in 1867, the theatre you see today features acts from residents Scottish Ballet and l

Scottish Opera in the Victorian auditorium, along with spectacular touring shows.

King’s Theatre opened in 1904 and world-famous stars have long tread the boards here. Don’t miss the Christmas pantomime if you visit during the season. At any time of year, look forward to everything from local amateur plays to highprofile comedians.

If you’re in the West End, you could also check out the programme at The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland for student-led dance and drama.

You haven’t truly partied until you’ve partied in Glasgow. However, that doesn’t mean you have to join in as relaxing nights also await in pubs and bars that ooze charm.

Is it a pub type of night? An architectural gem is WEST Brewery. It’s housed in one of the most stunning buildings in Glasgow, the Templeton Carpet Factory at Glasgow Green. A Scots-German venture, WEST is the only brewery in the UK to produce beer according to German purity laws. Enjoy pretzels and gardens with your brew amid roaring fires.

Drygate Brewing Co is only a few years old, but it’s already garnered a top reputation and has been hailed the ‘UK’s first experiential craft brewery’. It’s housed in a converted box factory and reflects Glasgow’s industrial heritage on the inside, too. If you love exposed brick, glass and paint splatters on the concrete floor, this is the place for you.

Fine beers are on offer at BrewDog Merchant City, a Scottish success story turned global business. It’s all about beer and barbecue here, so choose from 25 taps of craft beer to go with your order of tasty smoked meat. Love a loud and lively watering hole? The Bavaria Brauhaus on Bothwell Street brings the Munich beer hall vibe to Glasgow.

When all you want is a relaxed atmosphere in charming, traditional surroundings, Glasgow brings the goods. Head to The Butterfly and the Pig on Bath Street for shabbychic armchairs and quiz nights. A traditional ‘boozer’, The Griffin has

charmed locals since 1903 with indoor and outdoor areas, and loads of friendly drinking buddies.

Close your eyes and point at a map to find a trendy bar in Glasgow. The cosy and cool Bar 91 features hanging lamps and retro tunes in the heart of Merchant City. Just across the road is The Beer Café with a global drinks menu and regular live entertainment. For a taste of Spanish splendour, Arta is based in the old Cheesemarket and modelled on a Majorcan townhouse. Admire a barrelvaulted ceiling and the candelabra while picking at tapas and drinking Latin-inspired cocktails.

If you fancy a vantage point over the city while you sip, on George Square, you’ll find the splendidly refurbished Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel with a lovely first-floor cocktail bar overlooking the pretty Blythswood Square. Hidden away on Drury Street is the impressive 100ft-long bar known as The Horseshoe Bar. Believed to be the longest bar in the UK, this is where famous Scottish rockers Travis started out.

Order top-class cocktails at The Ivy Buchanan Street. The firstfloor bar and restaurant features a stunning onyx bar, and you’ll sip creative cocktails to the sounds of DJs and live musicians on the weekends. Is gin more your thing? Oozing with speakeasy style and offering over 100 gins from around

the globe, beGIN on Byres Road might just be your new favourite nightlife spot.

With three universities and numerous colleges, there’s a wealth of clubs for serious night owls. Start at Scotland’s largest nightclub, The Garage on Sauchiehall Street. Here, you’ll get down on the dancefloor with R’n’B hits and chart-toppers. Don your glad rags for a night at Kokomo on West Regent Street and sip your poison at the woodpanelled VIP bar. Delmonicas, Polo Lounge and The Waterloo Bar are popular and long-established LGBTQ+ clubs.

Housed in a 19th-century building overlooking Royal Exchange Square, KONG boasts a space for everyone with openair terraces, two elegant bars and lounges. Art Deco fans love The Berkeley Suite on North Street, with plenty of funky theme nights featuring live entertainment. There’s nothing quite like a basement club and Glasgow offers more than a few choices. Head to La Cheetah Club on Queen Street, then to Saint Judes in the basement of a converted Grecian-style church for karaoke. It’s impossible to wrap up Glasgow’s nightlife in a nutshell without including every type of nutshell! Whether you love to glam up for the theatre, rock your socks off at music concerts or cosy up by the pub fire, every mood is catered for after dark. ■

Arta, Merchant City

Although Glasgow has more than enough to keep you busy, a journey further afield can make for an exciting new adventure

Time to explore

The biggest city in Scotland, Glasgow is also perfectly situated to explore historic central Scotland and the coastal south. Around the edges of Glasgow itself lie many glimpses of the past, including 15th-century Crookston Castle, while heritage trails reveal old villages like Cathcart, Calton and Langside – look out for free leaflets at tourist outlets.

Another way to see the city’s secrets is by boat trip on the Forth & Clyde Canal, departing from Kirkintilloch. The canal, however, stretches from beyond Dumbarton – where you can scale craggy Dumbarton Rock or visit Helensburgh for the fabulous Mackintosh Hill House – all the way to the Falkirk Wheel. Experience woodland walks, the Splash Zone, and a high-flying boat trip 35 metres into the air on this fantastic piece of modern engineering.

Lanarkshire

Ten minutes down the M80 will take you to Lanarkshire. New Lanark is a beautiful World Heritage site, with old mill buildings, the Annie McLeod Experience and stunning walks to the Falls of Clyde.

Coatbridge offers Summerlee Museum of Scottish Industrial Life, Coatbridge Lochs and the swim and skating fun that is the Time Capsule. If you fancy a day at the races, head for the horse-track in Hamilton. There, you can also visit Chatelherault Hunting Lodge, and check out what is reputed to be the longest echo chamber in the world at the Hamilton Mausoleum.

Daredevils may want to stop at M&D’s Theme Park, with more than 40 thrilling rides. If you prefer peace and quiet, visit Strathclyde Country Park for boating, jogging, and windsurfing – plus several good restaurants in nearby Bothwell.

Five minutes up the A725 will bring you to East Kilbride, with excellent shopping facilities and the lovely Calderglen Country Park. En route, you’ll pass signs for Blantyre, and it’s worth a detour to visit The David Livingstone Birthplace – birthplace of the famous missionary and explorer. Historic Paisley, home of the world-famous Paisley pattern, lies

ten minutes to the west of the city, and has an abbey and some good museums.

Half an hour from Glasgow is Stirling, where you can visit majestic Stirling Castle – scene of Mary, Queen of Scots’ coronation, the Wallace Monument and Bannockburn, site of Robert the Bruce’s famous battle. If you prefer the coast, go south along the M77 to Ayrshire, and the land of Robert Burns –Scotland’s Bard.

Culzean Castle

Explore the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum at Alloway, see the famous Brig o’ Doon and Alloway Kirkyard. You’ll also find imposing Culzean Castle, where Eisenhower stayed, and the seaside delights of Troon and Largs. Here, you can eat ice cream, learn about invading Vikings at Vikingar! or take the ferry to Millport and cycle round this car-free island. Watch out for the grinning crocodile rock!

The imposing Culzean Castle, where former US President Eisenhower once stayed

For those who love the great outdoors, the Campsie Fells sit to the north of Glasgow, and offer excellent walking – as do the Arrochar Alps, an hour and a half away. Even closer to home is Loch Lomond National Park. Climb the wonderful Ben Lomond, enjoy fishing, kayaking, sail in the Maid of the Loch, grab some goodies in Loch Lomond Shores shopping complex, or have a quiet pint by peat fire in pubs like The Drovers Inn. ■

THE HOME OF COUNTRY CLOTHING

Scotland’s Most Prestigious Independent Store

No trip to Scotland is complete without a visit to The House of Bruar, situated in majestic Highland Perthshire just off the A9 ten miles north of Pitlochry. Established in 1995, we are proud to be celebrating 30 years experience as purveyors of luxury country clothing, gifts and food in Great Britain.

UNIQUE LADIESWEAR

Our ladieswear halls showcase a covetable range of ladieswear courtesy of our own design team, as well as a select range of leading brands, including Holland Cooper, Crew Clothing, Joules, Marble and Barbour, along with accessories from Dubarry, Ariat, Brics and Gianni Conti. With so much to choose from there is always our fireside sofas where patient partners can relax with the papers while you shop! Stunning natural fibre knitwear is showcased in our Pure Cashmere and Knitwear Hall.

MENSWEAR & COUNTRY PURSUITS

ladieswear courtesy of our own design team, as well as a of Cooper, Crew Clothing, Joules, Marble and Barbour, along with Conti. much from and MENSWEAR &

Men are well catered for, with our exclusive British tweeds sitting alongside top brands including Levi’s, Barbour and Schoffel. Extensive ranges in shirts and shoes can found alongside impressive designs in leather, pure cashmere tailoring and luxurious knitwear. Our dedicated Technical Department brings you the best sporting equipment including Harkila, Croots and Deerhunter, whilst our Fishing Department is a haven for anglers, providing equipment, accessories and even expert advice.

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LIVING THE BRUAR LIFE

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Our glorious Gift Hall is a treasury of unique items for the home, children, garden and kitchen - even the family dog! Find an inspired memento of your visit to Perthshire, with gifts made in Scotland and featuring elements of wool, leather or hand-woven Harris Tweed. To secure a legacy piece, our Rural Art Gallery offers art and sculpture celebrating Scotland’s natural beauty.

‘SCOTLAND’S BEST FOOD HALL’

Our celebrated Food Hall was declared Scotland’s best by The Guild of Fine Foods. The Smithfield Award winning butchery offers locally-sourced meats, homemade sausages and pies under the watchful eye of our Master Butcher. You’ll also discover Scotland’s finest smoked salmon, trout, shellfish and lobster, and fully-laden counters with artisan cheeses and moreish mezze items.

Our celebrated Food Hall was declared Scotland’s best by The Guild of Fine Foods. The Smithfield homemade sausages and pies under the watchful eye finest fully-laden counters with artisan cheeses and moreish mezze items.

REFRESHMENTS TO DINE FOR

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Our ‘Taste Our Best’ informal restaurant offers delicious locally-sourced snacks and meals under our all-weather Victorian-inspired glass canopy. Another favourite is our Lobster, Fish & Chip Shop, with a decadent menu including whole lobster alongside freshly caught Scottish cod and haddock. Ice cream lovers can indulge with a visit to our new Scottish Ice Cream Parlour.

THE SPIRIT OF SCOTLAND

Our Whisky Shop is a destination in its own right with the finest malts from across Scotland, including rare Macallans and Dalmores. In the Food Hall, discover local and Scottish gins, hand-selected wines including our very own Champagne, and a vast range of other libations.

SHOP FROM A FAR

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Our Whisky Shop is a destination in its own right with malts from hand-selected to stunning styles from Autumn/Winter 24 or our upcoming Spring/ website of everything you need to live the Bruar Life.

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