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10–16th September 2018 Get into buildings and enjoy free events. 115 Open Buildings. Guided Walks, Talks, Events & Children’s Activities. glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk
HELLO THINGS TO KNOW
All of our events are FREE to attend, however some For the Family
Now in its 29th year, Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival is back to throw need to be booked in advance. Booking opens The majority of buildings and events are fun for
open the doors of the city in celebration of Glasgow’s architecture, culture at 10am on 22nd August. Advance booking is children. We’ve featured some family activity
required for some building tours, walks, talks and highlights on page 48-50. A dedicated children’s
and heritage. special events – see individual entries for booking programme is distributed in August and will also be
instructions. Most events can be booked via available online. For details on where you can pick
www.glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk up a printed version visit
Join us 10-16th September to explore some of the city’s iconic historic www.glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk
buildings and architectural gems, and to go behind the scenes of theatres, Don’t forget to check out the national programme
working factories, distilleries and more! Discover your inner urban explorer of Doors Open Days happening across the whole Getting around
of Scotland throughout September at We’ve teamed up with the Glasgow Vintage
on our guided walks, get hands on with workshops and delve into the history www.doorsopendays.org.uk Vehicle Trust to put on special Glasgow Doors
and future of this dear green place with our programme of talks. Open Days buses on Sat 15th and Sun 16th!
We’re also part of the Festival of Architecture 2018! To check the timetable and routes visit
www.glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk
Happy exploring! Every effort was made to ensure details in this Seats will be allocated on a first-come-first-served
brochure were correct at the time of going to print, basis on the day.
but the programme is subject to change.
Bike
For updates please check Free bike hire from South West Community Cycles
Contents www.glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk, sign up to our on Sat 15th & Sun 16th, 10am-4pm.
4-5 Buildings by day mailing list and follow us on social media. Book via the SWCC website:
6-13 Central @GlasgowDoorsOpenDays www.southwestcommunitycycles.co.uk/events
14-15 North @GlasgowDOD
@glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival Train
16-17 East
Travelling by train is one of the quickest and easiest
18-23 South Visitors entering buildings do so at their own ways to get around. ScotRail offer a range of great
24-32 West risk. Please take care! Neither Glasgow Building value tickets such as Kids Go Free (2 children can
33-39 Walks and Tours Preservation Trust nor participating buildings are travel free with each adult) and the new Glasgow
40-45 Events responsible for any accidents or damage incurred. Days Out pass which includes 2 days of unlimited
off-peak travel in and around Glasgow for just £34
46-47 Festival Hub
Timing for a family of 4. Remember that off-peak prices
48-50 Children’s Highlights Check individual listings for opening hours and times. apply all day on Saturday and Sunday as well.
More info at www.scotrail.co.uk
Symbols key Access
Wheelchair accessibility is indicated in each building Other Public Transport
Wheelchair accessible toilets
listing using symbols. If listed as limited access, some Travelinescotland.com or call 0871 200 2233
Toilets areas of the building will be accessible for wheelchair
users and other parts will not be. An accessibility All images featured in this brochure were taken by
Wheelchair accessible building/event
guide is available on our website which includes a list Jack Watts (unless otherwise stated).
Limited access of fully accessible venues, as well as more detailed www.austen.works
Not wheelchair accessible access information for each venue.
Electronic Notetaking will be available for a number Design by Kat and Kirsty from Design by Zag
Refreshments available of talks at our pop-up festival hub at Anderston www.designbyzag.com
Hearing loop Kelvingrove Parish Church. Please visit our website
or view the access guide for details. This will be Children's illustrations by Sam Russell Walker
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Cover image: Trinity House, venue 113 viewable by all audience members. www.samrussellwalker.com
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P.20 House for an Art Lover M T W T F S S
P.28 Jordanhill School M T W T F S S
P.28 Kelvin Hall M T W T F S S
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P.20 Langside Halls M T W T F S S
P.14 Mackintosh Queen's Cross Church M T W T F S S
P.29 Maggie's Centre M T W T F S S
P.6 The Anchor Line M T W T F S S P.14 Maryhill Burgh Halls Trust M T W T F S S
P.26 Anderston Kelvingrove Parish Church M T W T F S S P.11 The Merchants House of Glasgow M T W T F S S
P.26 Anniesland Court M T W T F S S P.11 Mitchell Library M T W T F S S
P.26 Arlington Baths Club M T W T F S S P.14 Napiershall Street Centre M T W T F S S
P.26 The Back Garden M T W T F S S P.29 National Youth Orchestras of Scotland Offices and Event Space M T W T F S S
P.16 Barmulloch Residents Centre - BCDC M T W T F S S P.29 New Glasgow Society M T W T F S S
P.18 Bellahouston Demonstration Garden Open Day M T W T F S S P.21 New Victoria Gardens Allotments M T W T F S S
P.6 The Briggait M T W T F S S P.21 Newlands South Church M T W T F S S
P.6 Britannia Panopticon Music Hall M T W T F S S P.21 Norwoodville - Madrasa Taleem Ul Islam M T W T F S S
P.26 Broomhill Hyndland Parish Church (Naseby Park Sanctuary) M T W T F S S P.11 Old Central Police Court M T W T F S S
P.27 Buchanan Bridge Club M T W T F S S P.29 The Old Pumphouse, Clydeside Distillery M T W T F S S
P.18 Caledonia Road Church M T W T F S S P.17 Olympia Building M T W T F S S
P.18 Camphill Gate Tenement M T W T F S S P.17 Our Lady of Good Counsel M T W T F S S
P.18 Castlemilk Stables M T W T F S S P.30 Partick Curling Club Clubhouse M T W T F S S
P.27 Central Gurdwara Singh Sabha M T W T F S S P.30 Partickhill Bowling & Community Clubhouse and Green M T W T F S S
P.6 Centre for Contemporary Arts M T W T F S S P.21 Pearce Institute M T W T F S S
P.6 The Citizen Building M T W T F S S P.17 The Pipe Factory M T W T F S S
P.6 City Campus, City of Glasgow College M T W T F S S P.21 Pollok House M T W T F S S
P.7 City Halls and Old Fruitmarket M T W T F S S P.21 Pollokshaws Burgh Hall Trust M T W T F S S
P.7 Cloud Water Zen Centre M T W T F S S P.22 Pollokshaws West Railway Station M T W T F S S
P.7 Clydeport Building M T W T F S S P.17 Provan Hall House M T W T F S S
P.27 The Common Guild M T W T F S S P.11 Provand's Lordship M T W T F S S
P.7 Dear Green Coffee Roasters M T W T F S S P.12 110 Queen Street M T W T F S S
P.16 Drygate Brewing Co M T W T F S S P.22 Queen's Park Camera Club - Club Rooms M T W T F S S
P.14 The Engine Works M T W T F S S P.12 Riverside Campus, City of Glasgow College M T W T F S S
P.18 Fairfield M T W T F S S P.15 Rockvilla, National Theatre of Scotland HQ M T W T F S S
P.27 Flourish House M T W T F S S P.12 Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow M T W T F S S
P.28 Fossil Grove M T W T F S S P.22 The Savings Bank M T W T F S S
P.7 g1 George Square M T W T F S S P.22 Scottish Ballet M T W T F S S
P.8 The Garment Factory M T W T F S S P.30 Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre M T W T F S S
P.8 Garnethill Synagogue M T W T F S S P.22 Shawmuir Lodge M T W T F S S
P.8 The Glasgow Art Club M T W T F S S P.22 Shearer Candles M T W T F S S
P.8 Glasgow Cathedral M T W T F S S P.15 Small Animal Hospital M T W T F S S
P.8 Glasgow Central Mosque M T W T F S S P.12 St Andrew’s House M T W T F S S
P.8 Glasgow City Chambers M T W T F S S P.12 St Andrew's Metropolitan Cathedral M T W T F S S
P.9 Glasgow City Free Church (St Vincent Street Church) M T W T F S S P.15 St Charles Borromeo RC Church M T W T F S S
P.9 Glasgow City Mission M T W T F S S P.30 St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral M T W T F S S
P.9 Glasgow Evangelical Church M T W T F S S P.23 Studio Pavilion M T W T F S S
P.9 Glasgow Film Theatre M T W T F S S P.23 STV M T W T F S S
P.19 Glasgow Gurdwara Guru Granth Sahib Sikh Sabha M T W T F S S P.30 SWG3 M T W T F S S
P.28 Glasgow International Airport M T W T F S S P.31 The Tall Ship at the Riverside M T W T F S S
P.19 Glasgow Museums Resource Centre M T W T F S S P.17 Tennent’s Wellpark Brewery M T W T F S S
P.19 Glasgow Press M T W T F S S P.13 Theatre Royal M T W T F S S
P.10 Glasgow Royal Concert Hall M T W T F S S P.31 Timorous Beasties Design Studio M T W T F S S
P.10 Glasgow Sheriff Court M T W T F S S P.13 The Trades Hall of Glasgow M T W T F S S
P.10 Glasgow Women’s Library M T W T F S S P.23 Tramway M T W T F S S
P.16 Govan Old Church M T W T F S S P.32 Trinity House M T W T F S S
P.19 The Greek Thompson Sixty Steps M T W T F S S P.23 TS Queen Mary M T W T F S S
P.14 Greenbank Garden M T W T F S S P.32 University of Glasgow Library M T W T F S S
P.20 Greyfriars Garden M T W T F S S P.17 West Boathouse M T W T F S S
P.20 Hampden Bowling Club M T W T F S S P.23 Wilson-Macdonald House M T W T F S S
P.20 The Hidden Gardens M T W T F S S P.13 The Wolfson Centre/Cumbrae House M T W T F S S
P.20 Holmwood House M T W T F S S P.32 Woodlands Workspace M T W T F S S
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6 City Halls and Old Fruitmarket INFORMATION
A pair of gems in the Merchant City - City Halls, Candleriggs, G1 1NQ
BUILDINGS BY AREA Glasgow's oldest purpose-built performance
space has been entertaining visitors since 1841.
The adjoining Old Fruitmarket has been reborn
Grand Hall opened in 1841, George Murray,
Market complex designed in 1885, John Carrick
Tours: Mon 2pm, Tue 11am; 45 mins
CENTRAL as a music venue while still retaining its
traditional market ambience.
Meeting point: Box Office at Candleriggs entrance
Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk
1 The Anchor Line INFORMATION 7 City Campus, City of Glasgow College INFORMATION
The Edwardian Category A listed Anchor Line 12-16 St. Vincent Place, G1 2EU Opened in Glasgow city centre 2016 as a sister 190 Cathedral Street, G4 0RF
building has been beautifully renovated from 1905-07, James Millar (Cat A) site to the college’s Riverside Campus. Enjoy 2016, Reiach and Hall
a former cruise line booking office into one of Fri-Sat 9am-12pm the impressive atrium space, and check out the Tours every hour: Mon, Wed & Fri 5pm-9pm,
Glasgow's best restaurants. Original nautical Sun 9am-5pm simulated aircraft cabin, TV and radio studios, Sat 10am-5pm; 60 mins. Meeting point: Reception
details have been retained to evoke the feel of professional training kitchens and other world- Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk
an ocean liner. class facilities.
2 The Briggait INFORMATION 8 NEW - Cloud Water Zen Centre, Gordon Chambers INFORMATION
The Briggait was the city’s fish market for over 141 Bridgegate, G1 5HZ The Cloud Water Zen Centre opened in 2017 Fifth Floor, 82 Mitchell St, G1 3NA
100 years, and incorporates the Merchant’s 1873 & 2010, Clarke and Bell & Nicoll Russell Studios for people of any faith or belief. It offers a space 1903, Frank Burnet
Steeple, one of the few remaining parts of (Cat A) for quiet meditation and reflection, set in an Sat-Sun 12pm-5pm
Medieval Glasgow. Category A listed, it is now Mon-Fri 9.30am-5.30pm impressive 8 storey red sandstone building in the Tours available on request; 15 mins
home to 80 artists and cultural organisations, heart of Glasgow city centre. Meeting point: Zen Centre reception (fifth floor)
as well as events and exhibitions.
3 Britannia Panopticon Music Hall INFORMATION 9 Clydeport Building INFORMATION
Come and experience the world's oldest surviving 1st Floor, 117 Trongate, G1 5HD Seldom open to the public, Clydeport's superb 16 Robertson Street, G2 8DS
music hall in the heart of Glasgow's Merchant 1857, Thomas Gildard & Robert H. M. MacFarlane A-listed head office is a must-see. Originally the 1883-86, Sir John James Burnet (Cat A)
City where Stan Laurel made his debut in 1906. (Cat A) Clyde Trust Building, it contains many original Sat 10am-4pm
Find out about its incredible, quirky, and in some Mon-Sun 12pm-5pm. Tours available on request features such as French walnut panelling and
cases downright disgusting past. Stephen Adam stained glass.
4 Centre for Contemporary Arts INFORMATION 10 NEW - Dear Green Coffee Roasters INFORMATION
The CCA has been at the centre of Glasgow’s art 350 Sauchiehall Street, G2 3JD Dear Green Coffee Roasters are based in Glasgow Collective, 13-27 East Campbell St., G1 5DT
scene for 25 years. Its year-round programme 1867-1868, Alexander “Greek” Thomson (Cat A) Glasgow’s East End. In this two-hour tour learn Tour: Sat 10am; 120 mins
includes exhibitions, film, music, literature, Mon-Thu 10am-12midnight, Fri-Sat 10am-1am, about the origins of coffee and hear Norry from Meeting point: Dear Green Roastery
festivals, Gaelic and performance. Join a building Sun 12pm-12midnight Lost Glasgow spill the beans about the history Booking essential- glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk
tour or come to Take One Action's short film Tours: Sat 11am, Sun 1pm; 60 mins of Glasgow’s coffee houses.
screenings.
5 NEW - The Citizen Building INFORMATION 11 NEW - g1 George Square INFORMATION
The former offices of Glasgow’s Evening Citizen 24 St. Vincent Place, G1 2EU Join architect Graham Forsyth from Cooper 1 George Square
newspaper are now The Citizen, a stylish bar 1885-1889, Thomas Lennox Watson (Cat A) Cromar to hear about the inspiration behind (Cat A)
and dining room. Enjoy photography and archive Fri-Sun 9am-12pm the redevelopment of this Grade A listed Tours: Tue & Thu 6pm; 60 mins
editions of the Evening Citizen alongside street former General Post Office Building which Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk
art and paintings from some of Glasgow's involved the construction of a new 10 storey
greatest emerging stars. building behind the retained Victorian façade.
An exclusive opportunity to enjoy views from
the rooftop balcony.
BUILDINGS BY AREA / CENTRAL 6 BUILDINGS BY AREA / CENTRAL 7
12 NEW - The Garment Factory INFORMATION
Built by James Thomas in 1898; The Garment 10 Montrose St, G1 1RE
Factory has been recently refurbished 1898 James Thomas
by Developers Castleforge Partners. The Tours Mon, Wed & Fri 1pm; 30 mins
Victorian textiles factory has been restored and Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk
transformed into contemporary office and retail
spaces unlike any other in Glasgow.
13 The Glasgow Art Club INFORMATION
Founded in 1867, Glasgow Art Club has 185 Bath Street, G1 5HD
occupied two handsome Georgian terrace 1833, John Baird I, alterations and additions 1892
houses in Bath Street since 1893. The jewel in -1893, John Keppie and Charles Rennie Mackintosh
its handsome Victorian interior is the gallery, (Cat A)
largely designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh. Sat 10am-4pm
Painting demonstrations throughout the day.
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14 Garnethill Synagogue INFORMATION 18 Glasgow City Free Church INFORMATION
Scotland’s first purpose-built Synagogue. As 129 Hill Street, G3 6UB (St Vincent St Church) 265 St Vincent Street, G2 5QY
well as continuing to be an active place of 1879, John McLeod See inside one of Glasgow’s most stunning 1859, Alexander "Greek" Thomson (Cat A)
worship, the building is the home of the Scottish Sun 10am-4pm pieces of architecture, also considered one Sat 10am-4pm
Jewish Archive Centre and Museum. This of the World Monument Fund's 100 most
Category A listed building features extensive endangered buildings. Pause for a peaceful
high quality stained glass windows. moment in the beautiful interior packed full
of “Greek” Thomson character.
15 Glasgow Cathedral INFORMATION 19 Glasgow City Mission INFORMATION
Built in 1197, the cathedral represents over 800 Castle Street, G4 0QZ Tour Glasgow City Mission’s modern building 20 Crimea Street, G2 8PW
years history of the Church, city and indeed (Cat A) and roof garden. Find out first-hand about Sat 10am-4pm
Scotland itself. This remarkable medieval Mon-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 1pm-4pm their work with men and women affected by Tours: 10.15am, 11.15am, 12.15pm, 1.15pm,
building, built over the burial place of St Tours available every hour on request; 55 mins homelessness, and learn about the preventative 2.15pm, 3.15pm; 45 mins
Mungo, founder and Patron Saint of Glasgow, Meeting point: Society of Friends of Glasgow work they do with families. Tour meeting point: Ground floor
is still a thriving place of worship. Cathedral Bookstall
20 Glasgow Evangelical Church INFORMATION
16 Glasgow Central Mosque INFORMATION Come and see the restored exterior and 18/20 Cathedral Square, G4 0XA
Glasgow Central Mosque is the first purpose- 1 Mosque Avenue, G5 9TA beautiful interior, entrance and sanctuary, of 1887, John Honeyman (Cat A)
built mosque in Glasgow. Muslims pray, learn, Built: 1984 this Category A listed building. Admire the Sat 10am-4pm
get married or attend funerals and non-Muslims Sat-Sun 11am-5pm original stained-glass and Grade 1 historic
visit throughout the year. See how Islamic Tours: 11:30am, 12:30pm, pipe organ as well as award-winning modern
architecture and Glasgow’s characteristic red 2:30pm, 3:30pm, 4:30pm; 45 mins stained-glass windows made by members.
sandstone come together in this unique building Meeting point: Small Community Hall
21 Glasgow Film Theatre INFORMATION
Scotland's original independent cinema, the 12 Rose St, G3 6RB
17 Glasgow City Chambers INFORMATION GFT, is housed in the former Cosmo Cinema. 1937, James McKissack and WJ Anderson II (Cat B)
The City Chambers somehow manages to be 82 George Square, G2 1DU Opened in May 1939, this was the last cinema Sun 10am-12.30pm
a hidden gem in the very centre of the city. 1883, William Young (Cat A) to be built in Glasgow before WW2. Open for Projection box tours: Every half hour; 30mins.
A combination of mosaic, marble and carved Sun 10am-4pm tours of the cinema and projection box. Tickets issued Sun 10am 1st come 1st served, max
wood come together to create a wonderful 2 per person. Tours: Every half hour; 30 mins.
civic palace, with grand corridors and stately
function rooms full of original details.
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25 King's Theatre INFORMATION
One of Scotland’s most historic and significant 297 Bath Street, G2 4JN
theatres, designed by prolific theatre architect 1904, Frank Matcham (Cat A)
Frank Matcham. With many original features Tours: Sat 9am, 9.30am, 10am, 10.30am; 40 mins
intact, this Glasgow institution is still a busy Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk
working theatre receiving musicals, drama and Minimum age for participants is 8 years old.
dance, and is proud of its part in Glasgow’s
pantomime tradition.
26 The Merchants House of Glasgow INFORMATION
The Merchants House is a Glasgow institution, 7 West George Street, G2 1BA
constituted in 1605. Still serving its original 1877, John Burnet, and his son John Burnet Jnr
purpose of charitable giving to the city, visitors Sat 10am-3pm (last entry at 2.30pm)
can learn more about its charitable work while
admiring its well-preserved historic city centre
offices.
27 Mitchell Library INFORMATION
The Mitchell Library, with its distinctive copper North Street, G3 7DN
dome, is Glasgow’s largest public library and 1911 (first extension completed 1963 and the St
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one of its most famous landmarks. Pop in for Andrew’s Halls incorporated in a third extension
the Mitchell Curious sessions (see Glasgow Life completed in 1981), William Brown Whitie (Cat B)
website for details) or book one of the tours to Mon-Thur 9am-8pm & Fri-Sat 9am-9pm
22 Glasgow Royal Concert Hall INFORMATION see behind the scenes. Tours: Tue & Thu 12.30pm
Come along to one of Scotland’s most 2 Sauchiehall Street, G2 3NY Sat 10.30am, 12.30pm & 2.30pm; 60 mins
prestigious venues, built in 1990 for Glasgow's 1988, Sir Leslie Martin Tour meeting point: Granville Street Let’s Talk Area
reign as European City of Culture. Now hosting Sun 11am-3pm Booking essential - www.eventbrite.com/e/mitchell-
nearly 250 performances each year, visitors can Tours: Sun 11am and 2pm; 45 mins open-tours-tickets-45757452773?aff=es2
follow in the footsteps of artists including BB Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk
King, Johnny Cash and Bob Hope. Tour meeting point: GRCH Box Office
23 Glasgow Sheriff Court INFORMATION 28 NEW - Old Central Police Courts INFORMATION
Category B listed, this imposing flagship 1 Carlton Place, G5 9DA A unique chance to see this historic court, 54 St Andrew’s Square, G1 5PR
building is the largest Court in the Estate for the 1986, Keppie Henderson and Partners (Cat B) prison and police station prior to renovation. 1903, Alexander Beith McDonald
Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service. Take this Tours: Sat 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm; Tours: Sat-Sun 10am & 12pm; 45 mins
rare opportunity to visit the cells and see what’s 45 mins Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk
inside a G4S transport vehicle. Tour meeting point: Ground floor Minimum age for participants is 8 years old.
24 Greyfriars Garden INFORMATION 29 Provand's Lordship INFORMATION
Greyfriar's Garden, a tranquil and magical Shuttle Street, G1 1QA Dating from 1471, Provand’s Lordship is 3 Castle Street, G4 0RB
oasis in the Merchant City is a modern garden Opened in May 2012, ERZ Architects Glasgow’s oldest remaining house. Step back (Cat A)
on a medieval site. Home to raised beds, Wed-Fri 11am-2.30pm, Sat-Sun 10am-5pm in time to see how Glasgow life has changed 1859, Alexander "Greek" Thomson (Cat A)
greenhouses, a wildflower meadow and a picnic through the centuries. Outside, the medieval Tue-Thu 10am-5pm, Fri-Sun 11am-5pm
space. When you enter, it's like walking into ‘Physic’ garden contains herbs and plants Tours available on request; 30 mins
another world. traditionally used to heal various parts of the
body.
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30 NEW - 110 Queen Street INFORMATION
Join an exclusive architect-led tour with 110 Queen Street
Graham Forsyth from Cooper Cromar to find 1839, David & James Hamilton; Cooper Cromar
out more about this contemporary architectural Tours: Tue & Thu 7pm; 40 mins
response to the site of the 1839 David and Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk
James Hamilton building. Take this opportunity
to travel up to an 8th floor balcony to see views
down Queen Street.
31 Riverside Campus, City of Glasgow College INFORMATION
Riverside Campus is the most modern and 21 Thistle Street Glasgow, G5 9XB
technologically advanced maritime campus of 2015, Reiach and Hall
all 230 such colleges anywhere in the world. Tours: Every hour; Tue & Thu 5pm-9pm,
It has won 12 architectural and design awards Sun 10am-5pm; 60 mins
and was shortlisted for architecture’s most Tour meeting point: Reception
prestigious accolade, the RIBA Stirling Prize. Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk
32 Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of INFORMATION
Glasgow 232-242 St Vincent Street, G2 5RJ
In this beautifully decorated 19th century Built: 1820; additions in 1893 (Cat B)
building you can see historic medical Sun 10am-4pm 32 33
instruments, rare books and art, and find Tours: Mon 2pm, 3pm & 4pm; 45 mins
out how we’ve helped doctors, surgeons and Tour meeting point: Reception
dentists to stay at the cutting edge for over Booking essential for tours - 35 Theatre Royal INFORMATION
400 years. glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk The Theatre Royal is the performance home to 282 Hope Street, G2 3QA
both Scottish Opera and Scottish Ballet and a 1867, George Bell, Charles Phipps and Page\Park
host to a variety of visiting performances. See (Cat A)
how the dramatic extension to the foyer has Sun 10am-4pm
33 NEW - St Andrew's House INFORMATION transformed the building, and enjoy the views Tours: (booking essential) Sat 10am, 10.30am,
This Category A listed Brutalist building, part 48 Milton Street, G4 0HR from the outdoor roof terrace. 11am, 11.30am; 40 mins
of the Cowcaddens emergency services area, is 1966-70, Skinner, Bailey & Lubetkin Tour meeting point: Foyer
dominated by the red cross of St Andrew's First Tours: Every half hour on Mon 6pm-8pm, Booking for tours - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk
Aid. Inside, look out for Modernist features like Sat-Sun 11am–3pm; 20 mins
the remarkable Lubetkin cantilevered staircase Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk
and vertical timber panels.
36 The Trades Hall of Glasgow INFORMATION
View the historic interiors of this magnificent 85 Glassford Street, G1 1UH
34 St Andrew's Metropolitan Cathedral INFORMATION Adam-designed building and learn about the 1794, Robert Adam, 1837-8, David Hamilton and
Glasgow's first post-Reformation Catholic Clyde Street, G1 4JY second oldest building in Glasgow still used for 1888, James Sellars
Church has stunning décor and contemporary 22nd December 1816, James Gillespie Graham and its original purpose. Experience the work of Sat-Sun 10am-4pm
artwork, including Peter Howson's 'St John Page\Park (renovated in 2011) (Cat A) Glasgow’s traditional trades and view artefacts Tours available on request; 30 mins
Ogilvie' and a baptismal font by Tim Pomeroy. Sat 2pm-4pm in the museum, which was originally a Free Tour meeting point: Entrance foyer
Outside, the Italian Cloister Garden is a Sun 10am-4pm (Mass 10am & 12pm) Trades School.
peaceful space with a memorial to the Arandora Tours: Cathedral: Sat 2pm & 3pm, Sun 1.15pm,
Star tragedy. 2.30pm & 3.30pm; 30 mins
Cloister Garden: Available on demand 37 NEW - The Wolfson Centre/Cumbrae House INFORMATION
Wed 11am-2pm, Sat 2pm-4pm, Sun 10am-4pm; Your opportunity to see inside the wonderfully The Prince's Trust Wolfson Centre, Cumbrae House,
30 mins modernised Prince’s Trust Wolfson Centre and 15 Carlton Court, G5 9JP
Tour meeting point: Main entrance learn more about the courses and opportunities 1937, Launcelot Hugh Ross (Cat B)
we offer for young people aged 11-30. Sat-Sun 10am-4pm
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43 Rockvilla, National Theatre of Scotland HQ INFORMATION
A unique chance to see behind the scenes 125 Craighall Road, G4 9TL
BUILDINGS BY AREA at Rockvilla, National Theatre of Scotland's
new rehearsal and technical centre. Meet the
team and take an interactive tour of the building
2017, Hoskins
Sat 10am-5pm Tours: 10am, 11am, 12pm, 2pm,
3pm, 4pm; 45mins. Meeting point: Reception.
NORTH with introductions to technical theatre, exhibits,
workshops and a talk.
Booking essential for tours -
glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk
38 NEW - The Engine Works INFORMATION 44 Small Animal Hospital INFORMATION
The recently restored Engine Works is steeped 23 - 25 Lochburn Rd, G20 9AE Behind the scenes tour of the University of Bearsden Road, G61 1BD
in history and played a substantial part in Built: 1843 Glasgow’s award-winning purpose-built Small 2009, Archiel
Maryhill's industrial past. The Engine Room Tours on the hour Mon-Sun 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm; Animal Hospital. The hospital is one of the most Tours: Every half hour Sat 10am-4pm; 30 mins.
houses an electrically powered Royce Ltd crane, 30 mins Meeting point: Front of the building sophisticated in Europe and is a flagship for the Meeting point: Reception
designed by automotive pioneer Sir Henry School of Veterinary Medicine. Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk
Royce of Rolls-Royce.
39 The Greek Thomson Sixty Steps INFORMATION 45 NEW - Saint Charles Borromeo RC Church INFORMATION
Visit “Greek” Thomson's only structural project Queen Margaret Road, G20 6DP St Charles RC Church was designed by Isi 1 Kelvinside Gardens, G20 6BG
with its sixty-step staircase sweeping round 1872, Alexander “Greek” Thomson (Cat B) Metztein and Andy Macmillan for renowned 1960, Gillespie, Kidd & Coia
an immense retaining wall. See the recently Sat-Sun 12-5pm Glasgow architects Gillespie, Kidd and Coia. Tue-Wed 12noon-2pm
reclaimed pleasure garden, and look down into Discover fine interior details like Stations of
the Kelvin valley from the renovated 'Belle Vue' the Cross by Glasgow sculptor Benno Schotz
pillared viewing area. and silver dove sculpture by Walter Pritchard.
40 Mackintosh Queens Cross Church INFORMATION
This beautiful church was designed in its 870 Garscube Road, G20 7EL
entirety by Charles Rennie Mackintosh. 1897 – 1899, Charles Rennie Mackintosh
Magnificent stained glass and exceptional relief Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 11am-4pm
carving on wood and stonework are highlights
of the interior where light and space are used to
dramatic effect. It is now the headquarters of
the Mackintosh Society.
41 Maryhill Burgh Halls INFORMATION
Visit the Category B listed Burgh Halls of 10 - 24 Gairbraid Avenue, G20 8YE
the historic Burgh of Maryhill. View the 1878, Duncan McNaughtan
iconic stained glass windows designed by Sat-Sun 10am-4pm Tours: 11am & 2pm; 60 mins
Stephen Adam, learn about the unique Meeting point: Reception
heritage of the area’s industrial and Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk
social past, and find out who was Mary Hill.
42 NEW - Napiershall Street Centre INFORMATION
Once Napiershall Public School, the Napiershall 39 Napiershall Street, G20 6EZ
Street Centre is now home to a variety of 1890, Robert Alexander Bryden
community groups and other organisations. Thu & Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 2-5pm Tours: Thu-Fri,
Admire its many original features and find out 11am & 3pm, Sat 3pm; 30 mins Meeting point:
how different organisations are re-using the old Reception Booking essential for tours -
classrooms to serve the community. doorsopenday@wsrec.co.uk, 0141 337 6626.
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49 Olympia Building INFORMATION
The B-listed Olympia Building began life in 2-16 Orr Street, Bridgeton Cross G40 2QH
BUILDINGS BY AREA
1911 as the Olympia Theatre of Varieties, and is 1911, George Arthur and Son,
now home to the Olympia Social Research Hub 2012, Page\Park Architects
as well as Bridgeton Library and Scotland's first Tours: Tue & Thu 5.30pm
EAST
British Film Institute (BFI) Mediatheque. You are Sat 11am & 12pm; 45 mins
invited to the top floor to learn about health and Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk
life in Glasgow, the building's history, and take
in the panoramic city views.
46 NEW - Barmulloch Resident’s Centre - BCDC INFORMATION 50 NEW - Our Lady of Good Counsel INFORMATION
The new Barmulloch Residents' Centre 54 Quarrywood Road, G21 3ET An extraordinary Category A listed modernist 60 Craigpark, G31 2NN
opened in 2017 to provide flexible activity 2017, Collective Architecture building designed by Gillespie, Kidd and Coia 1964-65 Gillespie, Kidd and Coia (Cat A)
spaces to meet the needs and aspirations Mon-Fri 9am-5pm and nestled amongst traditional tenements in Sat 11am-5pm, Sun 12pm-5pm
of local residents. Find out more about the Sat 9am-2pm Dennistoun. Discover what is under the soaring
building’s innovative and sustainable design Sun 10am-2pm roof of this working building, still owned and
as a landmark community hub. run by the Roman Catholic Church.
47 Drygate Brewery INFORMATION 51 The Pipe Factory INFORMATION
Visit the UK’s first experiential brewery 85 Drygate, G4 0UT A chance to explore this important building, 42 Bain Street, G20 4LA
creating fresh, award-winning beer under Tours: On the hour Sat-Sun 12pm-5pm; 30 mins. built in 1877 as a clay pipe factory and now 1877 Matthew Forsyth (Cat B)
the iconic Seven Peaks of 85 Drygate. Join Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk housing a burgeoning contemporary arts space. Sat-Sun 12-5pm. Tour: Sat 2pm; 30 mins
an informal and informative brewery tour to
learn about Glasgow’s brewing history, Drygate’s
microbrewery and even how to brew your own
beer.
48 Glasgow Women’s Library INFORMATION 52 Provan Hall House INFORMATION
Visit the beautiful Category B listed 23 Landressy Street, G40 1BP Dating from the 15th century, Provan Hall is one Auchinlea Park, Easterhouse, G32 9PQ
Carnegie Library, now home to the world- 1906 (refurbished 2015), James Rhind; of Glasgow's oldest buildings. Tour this fortified 15th century (Cat A)
famous Glasgow Women's Library since Collective Architecture (Cat B) mansion house and its gardens in Auchinlea Sat-Sun 11am-4pm
2013. Find out about the library, archive and Mon-Wed & Fri 9.30am-5pm, Thu 9.30am-7.30pm, Park, learn about its rich history and enjoy a
its programme of year round events dedicated Sat-Sun 12pm-4pm Tours: Mon-Fri 1pm (Tue 1pm host of activities.
to women’s lives, histories and achievements. Get to Know GWL: Building Tour of GWL in Urdu),
(Thu 1pm & 6pm (Get to Know GWL: Building Tour
in Farsi)), Sat 3pm, Sun 2pm (Opening the Doors to 53 Tennent’s Wellpark Brewery INFORMATION
our Archive & Museum Stores Tour) & 3pm; 45 mins Wellpark Brewery’s revamped visitor experience 161 Duke St, G31 1JD
goes behind the doors of Tennent’s lager, Tours: Mon-Fri 10am, Sat 11am; 90 mins.
including personal stories from staff from over Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk
the centuries, a look back on iconic marketing
campaigns from years gone by and topped off
with a tasting experience of Scotland’s favourite
beer.
54 West Boathouse INFORMATION
Come and learn about the sporting heritage of The Weir, Glasgow Green, G1 5QA
Glasgow's oldest rowing club. Hear about plans 1905 A.B. McDonald, Glasgow Corporation Office of
for the rejuvenation of the West Boathouse or Public Works
get out on the Clyde and see the historic timber Sat-Sun 10am-4pm
frame clubhouse from the river. Rower taster Tours available on request
sessions are available on request for ages 12
and over.
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55 Bellahouston Demonstration Garden INFORMATION
The garden is a unique place for schools, Bellahouston Park, 36 Dumbreck Rd, G41 5LN
groups and the wider community to learn Thu 12pm-5pm
and grow. Discover how this safe and secure
walled garden setting is improving health and
participation as well as providing locally-grown
seasonal produce. 62 60
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56 Caledonia Road Church INFORMATION 60 Glasgow Gurdwara Guru Granth Sahib INFORMATION
Explore 'freespace', activated by WAVEparticle Caledonia Road, G5 0SG Sikh Sabha 37 Albert Drive, G41 2PE
as a space for the local community and artists. 1856, Alexander "Greek" Thomson (Cat A) Established in Glasgow’s South Side in the 2013, CRGP
Attend ‘The Happenstance’ exhibition or simply Sat 2pm-6pm 1960s, the Gurdwara moved to a spectacular Tours on the hour; Fri 10am-4pm
come and have a look at this striking “Greek” purpose-built building, inspired by traditional Sat 10am-4pm; 40 mins
Thomson church which was burnt out in 1965. South Asian architecture, in 2013. A community Booking essential for Friday tours – 0141 423 8288,
facility providing free education and a full free glasgowgurdwara@hotmail.co.uk
kitchen. Visit to find out more.
57 Camphill Gate Tenement INFORMATION 61 Glasgow Museums Resource Centre INFORMATION
A rare opportunity to see this unique 'Glasgow'- 996 Pollokshaws Road, G41 2HA Glasgow Museums can only display a fraction 200 Woodhead Road, South Nitshill, G53 7NN
style tenement built in 1906, and the first to 1906, John Nisbet (Cat B) of the collections at any one time, so the 2003-2009 Civic Design and Glasgow City Council
be built with fireproofing. Learn about the Sat-Sun 11am-6pm rest is stored at Glasgow Museums Resource Tours every half hour: Sat 10.30am–2.30pm, Sun
history of this innovative building, and enjoy the Tours available on the hour; 20 mins Centre (GMRC). The vast collection of objects 11.30am–2.30pm; 60 mins
stunning views from the private roof garden. from around the world contains everything Booking essential - 0141 276 9300,
from armour to zebras. There’s something for GMRCBookings@glasgowlife.org.uk
everyone!
58 Castlemilk Stables INFORMATION 62 NEW - Glasgow Press INFORMATION
Discover Castlemilk’s oldest surviving building. 59 Machrie Road, Castlemilk, G45 0AZ Join Glasgow’s finest letterpress printers for Glasgow Press, No6/21 Clydebrae Street, G51 2AJ
See the magnificent 15-foot high fireplace that 1790, David Hamilton (alteration 2007, its Wayzgoose - the traditional outing for print Sat 10am-4pm
once graced the now-demolished Castlemilk Elder and Cannon) workers, marking the end of summer and the Tours available on request
House. Learn about the Stuart family and their Wed 2-5pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-1pm start of the season of working by candlelight.
love of horses on a visit to this beautifully Tours available on the hour; 30 mins Budding printer’s imps can make an impression
restored former stables block. with hands-on activities.
59 Fairfield INFORMATION 63 Govan Old Church INFORMATION
Come and learn about the Clyde’s great 1048 Govan Road, Govan, G51 4XS Visit the magnificent Category A listed Govan 866 Govan Road, G51 3UU
shipbuilding history in the Category A-listed 1890, Honeyman and Keppie (Cat A) Old Church and travel back over a thousand 1888, Robert Rowand Anderson (Cat A)
former headquarters of Fairfield shipyard. Mon-Sun 10am-5pm years to the golden age of the Kingdom of Mon-Fri 11am-5pm, Sat-Sun 10am-5pm
See the grand boardroom where the Queen Tours available on request; 30 mins Strathclyde. Explore Govan's Celtic sculptured Tours available on request; 20 mins
would have been received, and learn about the Tour meeting point: Entrance hall crosses, Viking hogback gravestones and the
building’s prestigious maritime heritage. mysterious Govan Sarcophagus.
BUILDINGS BY AREA / SOUTH 18 BUILDINGS BY AREA / SOUTH 1964 NEW - Greenbank Gardens INFORMATION 70 NEW - Newlands South Church INFORMATION
Built for merchant Robert Allason in the 1760s, Flenders Road, Clarkston G76 8RB Impressive perpendicular Gothic revival style 37 Riverside Road, G43 2EG
Greenbank Garden is an impressive celebration Est. 1760s, ornamental planting began in the church with beautiful WW1 memorial stained 1899, Henry Edward Clifford (Cat B)
of west coast domestic gardening, featuring garden in the 1840s glass windows. Explore our recently discovered Sat 10am-4pm
more than 3,600 named species of plants. Sat-Sun 2-4pm WW1 archives, and hear music played by
Visitors can take a stroll around the garden or talented young people. See how the building
relax by the soothing water feature. has evolved into a thriving community space for
over 20 multi-generational organisations.
65 NEW - Hampden Bowling Club INFORMATION 71 New Victoria Gardens Allotments INFORMATION
Come along and discover 1st Hampden, the 10 Kingsley Avenue, G42 8BU No two allotments are the same - and this is Glenapp Street, Pollokshields G41 2LG
world's first purpose-built international football 1st Hampden 1873-1884. very true at NVG. Celebrate the Year of Young Sat-Sun 12pm-4pm
ground made for Scotland and Queens Park FC Hampden Bowling Club Est. 1905 People with A Scone and a Song in the tearoom
in 1873. Hampden Bowling Club now occupies Fri & Sun 10am-3.30pm - then a relaxing stroll into the secret gardens of
this sporting site and continues to use the Pollokshields!
original pavilion from the first Hampden Park.
66 The Hidden Gardens INFORMATION 72 Norwoodville- Madrasa Taleem Ul Islam INFORMATION
Discover how the old Coplawhill Tramworks 25a Albert Drive (access via Tramway), G41 2PE Norwoodville is an iconic twin-pedimented villa 161 Nithsdale Rd, G41 5QS
has been transformed into a lush green haven, 2003, City Design Co-operative in Pollokshields, now renovated as a Mosque 1878
a sanctuary for humans and wildlife alike. A Tue-Thu 10am-5pm, Fri-Sat 10am-7pm, and Madrasa. Discover unique ‘Thomsonesque’ Sat-Sun 10am-4pm
work of art in themselves, the gardens also host Sun 12pm-6pm features such as an alcove decorated with
art works and artistic activities, alongside their Tours Sat 1pm, 2pm, 3pm; 40 mins an intricate mirror mosaic. Browse the mini
neighbour, the Tramway. exhibition, learn about the Mosque and enjoy
some tasty snacks.
67 Holmwood House INFORMATION 73 Pearce Institute INFORMATION
Holmwood is a detached house designed 61-63 Netherlee Road, Cathcart, G44 3YU The Pearce Institute was gifted to the working 840-860 Govan Road, G51 3UU
by renowned architect Alexander “Greek” 1858 Alexander “Greek” Thomson (Cat A) men and women of Govan by Lady Pearce in 1906, Sir Robert Rowand Anderson (Cat A)
Thomson. Masterfully designed but surprisingly Sat-Sun 12pm-5pm 1906. Explore this much-loved Category A Mon – Thu 9am-9pm, Fri 9am-6pm, Sat 9am-5pm.
cosy, Holmwood is a family home with grand listed building, browse the many photographs Tour Sat 10am; 30 mins
imagination behind it. Visit this inspiring setting of the PI over the years, and learn about the Meeting point: Reception
to see how the other half lived. characters that made Govan great.
68 House for an Art Lover INFORMATION 74 Pollok House INFORMATION
A stunning building completed in 1996 from Bellahouston Park, 10 Dumbreck Road, G41 5BW Pollok House is the ancestral home of the The National Trust for Scotland,
original designs by Charles Rennie Mackintosh. 1996, Charles Rennie Mackintosh Maxwell family, from around 1752. See one 2060 Pollokshaws Road, G43 1AT
Set in leafy Bellahouston Park, House for Fri-Sun 9am-12.30pm of the finest collections of Spanish art in the 1752, Allan Dreghorn, alterations 1888-1908,
an Art Lover has been realised in materials, Tours Fri-Sat 9.30am & 11.15am, UK, together with fine Edwardian furniture Robert Rowand Anderson (Cat A)
craftsmanship and dimensions as closely as Sun 9am & 11.15am; 45 mins. and furnishings. Below the stairs, the servants’ Sat-Sun 10am-5pm, last admission 4.30pm
possible to the original Mackintosh designs. quarters illustrate the reality of running a
country house.
69 NEW - Langside Halls INFORMATION 75 Pollokshaws Burgh Hall INFORMATION
Originally the National Bank of Scotland in 5 Langside Ave, G41 2QR Built in the Scottish Renaissance style and gifted 2025 Pollokshaws Road -
Queen Street, Langside Halls was dismantled 1847 (relocated in 1902/1903), John Gibson to the burgh in 1898, Pollokshaws Burgh Hall off Christian Street G43 1NE
and moved brick by brick to its present location (Cat A) has been serving the community ever since. 1897/98 Sir Robert Rowand Anderson (Cat A)
in 1902-03. Take a tour of this unique building, Sat-Sun 10am-4pm Known for its remarkable clock tower and Mon-Sat 10am-5pm. Tours 10am; 45 mins
and learn about its architecture, sculptures and Tours on the hour; 20 mins original features, it also houses the last concert-
history. standard Wurlitzer wind organ in Scotland.
BUILDINGS BY AREA / SOUTH 20 BUILDINGS BY AREA / SOUTH 2176 Pollokshaws West Railway Station INFORMATION 82 Studio Pavilion INFORMATION
The oldest surviving railway station building in 2092 Pollokshaws Road, G43 1AT The Studio Pavilion is an addition to House for House for an Art Lover, Bellahouston Park,
current operation in Glasgow. It was refurbished 1848 (Renovated 2013) an Art Lover that offers free contemporary art Dumbreck Road, G41 5BW
in 2013 by Glasgow Building Preservation Tours: Sat-Sun 12pm & 2pm; 30 mins. in a public park, through a robust and diverse 2014, ZM Architecture
Trust and has been adopted by South West Booking essential - 0141 632 7155, 07968222406, programme of exhibitions, residencies and Tue-Sun 11am-4pm
Community Cycles to provide affordable bike- margaret@southwestcommunitycycles.co.uk public engagement opportunities that span art,
related services and activities for locals. design and architecture.
77 Queen’s Park Camera Clubrooms INFORMATION 83 STV INFORMATION
Queen's Park Camera Club, formed in 1945, 54 Millbrae Road, Queen’s Park, G42 9UG Scotland’s leading digital media brand opens Pacific Quay, G51 1PQ
is Glasgow's longest surviving camera club Sat-Sun 10am-4pm its doors for a behind the scenes look at its 2006, Parr Architects
where members share a passion for the art and Glasgow HQ. Book a tour for a look behind the Tours on the hour Sat 10am-3pm; 45 mins
science of photography. View prints and images scenes of the studio, production gallery and Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk
depicting the club's work, and involvement with transmission area.
local projects.
78 The Savings Bank INFORMATION 84 Tramway INFORMATION
This former savings bank with fine Victorian 67 Bridge St, G5 9JB A former tram depot, this vast Southside 25 Albert Drive, G41 2PE
features is now a beautifully-restored events 1888, John Gordon (Cat B) building was converted into a theatre in 1893, 1988, 2000 (Cat B)
space. The Savings Bank will tip its hat to its Fri-Sun 2pm-8pm 1988. 30 years on, it continues to produce Sat 9.30am – 8pm, Archive on display 1pm-3.30pm,
former owners and offer visitors a range of Tours: Sat-Sun 3pm & 6pm; 30 mins internationally renowned contemporary Talk 4pm-4.45pm
refreshments from virtuous teas and Greek visual art and performance. Browse historical
platters to cocktails that will keep you royally exhibition catalogues and join us for a talk
flushed. about the rich history of the building.
79 NEW - Scottish Ballet INFORMATION 85 TS Queen Mary INFORMATION
Follow in the footsteps of a dancer with a Tramway, 25 Albert Drive, G41 2PE This beautiful turbine steamer was built in Glasgow Science Centre, 50 Pacific Quay, G51 1EA
behind-the-scenes tour at Scottish Ballet’s 2009, Malcolm Fraser Architects 1933 by Denny of Dumbarton. This is a rare 1933, Wm Denny & Bros Limited
purpose-built headquarters. Wander through Tours: Sat every 30 mins 11am-4pm; 30mins opportunity to get on board TS Queen Mary Tours: Thu-Sun 10am, 11.30am, 1pm, 2.30pm;
Wardrobe, take a peek into Production, and see Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk as she is being restored, and learn about the 60 mins
the studios where modern ballet is created and history of ‘The Glasgow Boat’. Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk
rehearsed.
80 NEW - Shawmuir Lodge INFORMATION 86 NEW - Wilson Macdonald House INFORMATION
An opportunity to learn about the 2017 Pollok Park, 2060 Pollokshaws Road, G43 1AT An exclusive guided tour with Studio KAP Pollokshields (Full address will be sent to attendees)
restoration of the lodge for a private Scottish 1891, Robert Rowand Anderson and 2017, of this award-winning extension designed Unknown; 2009 Studio KAP
charitable organisation with before and after Fiona Sinclair Architect (Cat B) to complement the existing Victorian villa Tours: Sat 11am & 12pm; 30 mins
photos of the works. Tours: Fri 3pm & 3.30pm; 20 mins externally in a contemporary manner and to Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk
Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk create a variety of contrasting spaces internally
from which to experience the garden landscape
in different ways.
81 Shearer Candles INFORMATION
Venture behind the scenes of a working 23 Robert Street, G51 3HB
candle factory in Govan. Witness the different 2000, 2007 Bell Buildings
mesmerising production techniques perfected Tours: Mon-Fri 9.30am, 11am, 12.30pm,
over 120 years by the UK’s oldest candle 2pm & 3.30pm; 45 mins
manufacturer as we manipulate masses of Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk
molten wax!
75 84
BUILDINGS BY AREA / SOUTH 2292 Buchanan Bridge Club INFORMATION
The Park area mansions were 'the place to 4 Clairmont Gardens, G3 7LW
BUILDINGS BY AREA live' in the 1850s. Visit this stunning A-listed
building with innumerable original features.
Originally the private residence of David
1857, in the style of Charles Wilson (Cat A)
Sat-Sun 10am-4pm
Tours available on request; 20 mins
WEST Hutcheson, founder of Calmac, it has been
home to Buchanan Bridge Club since 1960.
Tour meeting point: Front door
87 Anderston Kelvingrove Parish Church INFORMATION 93 Central Gurdwara Singh Sabha INFORMATION
Category B listed church, built in the Brutalist 759 Argyle Street, G3 8DS Visit Scotland’s first purpose-built Sikh 174 Berkeley Street, G3 7HY
style of the 1960s when concrete was king. 1967, Honeyman Jack (Cat B) Gurdwara, the hub of the Scottish Sikh 2016, Calford Seadon
Look for the distinctive green pyramid roof and Mon-Fri 11am-5pm, Sat 11am-3pm, Sun 1-4pm. community. It is a place where people can Mon-Sun 10am-5pm
find a bright Modernist sanctuary and a thriving Tours available on request Sat & Sun; 20 mins congregate to practice their faith, gain religious Tours available on request; 15-30 mins
community hub with big plans for the future. Tour meeting point: Inside front entrance and social education, learn music, eat, and Tour meeting point: Foyer on the Ground Floor
quite importantly, socialise.
88 Anniesland Court INFORMATION 94 NEW - The Common Guild INFORMATION
At 22-storeys high, Anniesland Court is the 843 Crow Road, G13 1LG The Common Guild is a leading visual 21 Woodlands Terrace, G3 6DF
tallest listed building in Scotland and Glasgow’s 1970, J Holmes & Partners arts organisation and gallery located in a Pre-1894, Victorian Style
only Category A listed tower block. Visitors will Tours: Sat-Sun 12:00am, 12:45pm, 1:30pm, Victorian townhouse in Glasgow’s Park Circus. Sat-Sun 12pm-5pm
be taken to a top floor to see communal areas 2:15pm, 3:00pm, 3:45pm, 4:30pm; 30 mins Established in 2006 it presents a dynamic, Tours: Sat-Sun 12pm, 2pm, 4pm; 30 mins
and views of the city. Tour meeting point: Main Entrance international programme of contemporary Tour meeting point: Inside the gallery
Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk visual art projects, exhibitions, and events.
89 Arlington Baths Club INFORMATION 95 Flourish House INFORMATION
Arlington Baths Club built in 1870 is the 61 Arlington Street, G3 6DT This striking Category B listed former church 23-25 Ashley Street, G44 4LY
oldest private club of its kind in Europe. A fine 1870, John Burnet Snr. (Cat A) retains its austere and imposing appearance, 1924, Eric Alexander Sutherland (Cat B)
example of Victorian architecture, the main Tours: Sat-Sun every half hour yet remains a hidden gem within the hustle and Sat 10am-4pm Tours: Tue & Thu 2pm; 30 mins
facade is well proportioned and gives an effect 10am-4pm; 30 mins bustle of the West End. Now the heart of a Tour meeting point: In the café space
of modest Classicism. Don’t miss the stunning Tour meeting point: Members' Lounge vibrant mental health clubhouse, step inside to Booking essential - 0141 333 0099,
Turkish Suite! find a friendly and welcoming community. events@flourishhouse.org.uk
90 The Back Garden INFORMATION
Tucked in the heart of sandstone tenements, Off Brechin Street, Finnieston, G3 7HF
yards from busy Argyle Street in Finnieston, this 2011, Mast Architects
urban garden grows various crops and houses Mon 2.30pm-4.30pm, Wed 12pm-2pm
a tool shed, polytunnel, greenhouse, five raised Thu 6.30pm-7.30pm, Fri 10am-12pm
beds & mini orchard. Enjoy the garden at its Sat 11am-4pm
peak.
91 Broomhill Hyndland Parish Church INFORMATION
At the centre of the local community for over 64-66 Randolph Road, G11 7JL
100 years, this stately church recently reached 1899 and 1902-03
a wider audience in the film Sunshine on Leith Stewart & Paterson Glasgow (Cat C)
and regular television broadcasts. See the new Sat 10am-4pm
sanctuary within a sanctuary and welcoming
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entrance vestibule.
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76 7096 Fossil Grove INFORMATION 101 Kingsborough Sanctuary Broomhill INFORMATION
Fossil Grove houses a unique collection of Victoria Park Dr S, G14 9NY Hyndland Parish Church 81 Hyndland Road, G12 9JE
fossil trees, formed 325 million years ago. Built: 1890 Be uplifted and inspired by the beauty and 1887, William Leiper
This once vast forest eventually became the Sat-Sun 12pm-4pm peace of this majestic Leiper building. View the assisted by Thomas Gilchrist Gilmore
coal that powered Glasgow’s industry. Marvel Tours available on request 12pm-3.30pm; 30 mins exquisite windows, listen to fine organ music, Sat 10am-4pm
at this piece of ancient history in the beautiful Tour meeting point: At the front of Fossil Grove and hear about the lives behind some of the
surroundings of Victoria Park. names on the World War 1 Memorial.
97 Glasgow International Airport INFORMATION 102 Maggie’s Centre INFORMATION
See behind the scenes at Scotland’s principle Paisley, PA3 2SW Maggie’s Centres provide free practical, 1053 Great Western Road, G12 0YN
long-haul airport which served 9.9 million 1966, Spence Glover & Ferguson emotional and social support to people with Opened October 2011, Rem Koolhaas
passengers and 13,033 tonnes of air cargo in Tour: Wed 11am; 90 mins cancer and their family and friends. Prize- of OMA Architects
2017. Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk winning architect Rem Koolhaas’ innovative Sat 12pm-2pm
design of interlocking rooms around a thriving
internal garden creates a homely, calming place
to visit.
98 NEW - Jordanhill School INFORMATION 103 NEW - National Youth Orchestras of Scotland INFORMATION
First time in Doors Open Day! Jordanhill School 45 Chamberlain Road, Jordanhill, G13 1SP Offices and Event Space 13 Somerset Place, G3 7JT
is a high performing, grant-aided, community 1915, Honeyman, Keppie & Mackintosh (Cat B) A four-storey 18th Century Category B listed, 1840, John Baird I (Cat B)
comprehensive school. Are you a former pupil? Tours available on request; Sat 10am-3pm; 30 mins Victorian townhouse in the Kelvingrove Park Sun 10am-4pm
Reminisce on a tour. Never visited? Come and Tour meeting point: Mail hall conservation area. Visit the home of the
find out more. Don’t miss the ‘Harry Potter’ National Youth Orchestras of Scotland and
stairs, and impressive facilities. enjoy classical and jazz music performed live
by Scotland’s finest young musicians.
99 Kelvin Hall INFORMATION 104 New Glasgow Society INFORMATION
Visit the new National Library of Scotland at 1445 Argyle Street, G3 8AW Founded in 1965, The New Glasgow 1307 Argyle Street, G3 8TL
Kelvin Hall, which showcases an extensive 1926, Thomas Somers Society (NGS) is a civic society promoting Built: 1875 (Cat C)
digital collection of films, maps, books and assisted by Thomas Gilchrist Gilmore and protecting the character and heritage Mon-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat-Sun 10am-4pm
manuscripts. Go behind the scenes at the Tours: Tue-Sun 11am, 12pm, 2pm & 3pm; 60 mins of the City of Glasgow. See how it protects
Moving Image Archive and learn how Scotland’s Tour meeting point: Glasgow’s history and encourages careful
film, video and digital collections are preserved Hunterian Collections Study Centre development of its future through campaigning,
and made accessible. Behind the scenes On the day booking - discussion, projects, talks and exhibitions.
tours of the Moving Image Archive offered on kelvinhalltours@glasgowlife.org.uk
Saturday 15th September, when films from the
1938 Empire Exhibition and ‘Doon the Watter’
will also be shown.
100 Kelvinside Hillhead Parish Church INFORMATION 105 NEW - The Old Pumphouse, Clydeside Distillery INFORMATION
Built in 1876 as the subject of an architectural Saltoun Street/Observatory Road, G12 9AG The first dedicated, single malt whisky distillery Queens Dock, 100 Stobcross Road, G3 8QQ
competition, the winning design was based 1876, James Sellers to be built in Glasgow for over a century. Come 1877, John Carrick, Additional alterations
on Sainte-Chapelle in Paris. 140 years later, assisted by Thomas Gilchrist Gilmore down to Queens Dock and watch Glasgow's undertaken in August 2016-November 2017,
the spectacular Category A listed building Sat-Sun 10am-5pm Tours available on request, stills flow once again. Learn more about the Hypostyle Architects (Cat B)
still fulfils its original purpose as a place of but not before 11am on Saturday and 12pm on birth of the whisky industry and join a tour Tours: Mon-Wed 10am; 80 mins
sanctuary and community. This glass-walled Sunday; 20-30 mins. Tour meeting point: Sanctuary around the distillery. Tour meeting point: Concourse
building stands as a link to its heritage and Entrance below Gallery Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk
community.
BUILDINGS BY AREA / WEST 28 BUILDINGS BY AREA / WEST 29106 Partick Curling Club Clubhouse INFORMATION
Visit a hidden gem, little altered from its 12 - 14 Victoria Park Drive North, G14 9NN
earliest days. See Curling Club memorabilia, Built: 1900
the locker room where stones are kept, and Sat-Sun 10am-4pm
have a go on the outdoor rink. Learn from
enthusiastic curlers about the history of the
club and the sport.
107 Partickhill Bowling & Community Clubhouse INFORMATION
and Green 46 Partickhill Road, G11 5BY
Partickhill Bowling Club was founded in 1905 Built: 1905
and still retains its original features. Tour the Sat-Sun 10am-4pm
clubhouse, explore the area through old photos
and try your hand at bowls. Bring your children
and grand-children and enjoy a game in lovely
surroundings.
108 Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre INFORMATION
This hidden gem is a treat for all ages. The 8-10 Balcarres Ave, Kelvindale, G12 0QF
extensive collection showcases the history of Built: Circa 1960's
masks and puppets, with exhibits from all over Sat-Sun 11am-3.30pm
the world – you can even make your own. Tour Free shows: 11am, 1pm, 3pm
the theatre, library, film effects centre and Tours begin after each free show; 30 mins
workshops. Meeting point: Foyer back door to tour the
workshops at SMPC
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109 St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral INFORMATION 111 The Tall Ship at Riverside INFORMATION
The Cathedral of St Mary's is a familiar 300 Great Western Road, G4 9JB The Glenlee was built at the Bay Yard in Port 150 Pointhouse Place, G3 8RS
landmark on the busy thoroughfare of Great 1871, Sir George Gilbert Scott (Cat A) Glasgow and first took to the water in 1896. 1896, Anderson Rodger
Western Road. The 200-foot tall bell tower Sat-Sun 11.30am-5pm She circumnavigated the world four times Mon-Sun 10am-4pm. Tours: Wed, Sat-Sun 11am,
and spire of this Gothic Revival building is Tours available on request before being brought home to Glasgow. Come 12pm, 2pm, 3pm; 60 mins
a stunning example of architect Sir George on board to learn about her fascinating life on Tour meeting point: Main mast on board
Gilbert Scott's work. the high seas. The Tall Ship
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110 NEW - SWG3 INFORMATION 112 Timorous Beasties Design Studio INFORMATION
Located by the River Clyde, SWG3 has been 100 Eastvale Place, G3 8QG A rare opportunity to see behind the scenes 7 Craigend Place, G13 2UN
expanding and growing for over 13 years to 1905-2005, Modernisation and extended of design studio, Timorous Beasties. Explore Sat-Sun 10am-4pm
become one of the most significant cultural development till 2018, DO Architects the design and print studio first hand. Witness
hubs in the country. Join a tour to explore the Tours: On the hour Tue-Fri 11am-2pm; 40 mins the screen printers in action printing lengths
newly developed 6000sq ft Galvanisers yard, Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk of fabrics and wallpapers, and find out more
events spaces and studios throughout the about the inspiration behind their world-
industrial building. famous collections.
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