Govan Old Church

Visit the magnificent Category A listed Govan Old Church and travel back over a thousand years to the golden age of the Kingdom of Strathclyde. Explore Govan's Celtic sculptured crosses, Viking hogback gravestones and the mysterious Govan Sarcophagus.

A visit to the Govan Stones exhibition transports visitors to a moment in history when Govan was the seat of kings, when pilgrims prayed at the tombs of saints, and when Viking warriors plundered and conquered throughout the islands of Britain.

The collection dates between the 9th-11th centuries and is housed in the magnificent A-Listed Govan Old Church, designed by Robert Rowan Anderson and described architecturally as possibly the most influential Post-Reformation church in Scotland. The stunning stained-glass windows on display are the work of expert late-Victorian workshops.�
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Doors Open Day 2018:

When you visit, you�ll have the chance to learn about the fascinating historical significance of the Govan Stones. At 12:30 on Saturday 15th September, Professor Stephen Driscoll from the University of Glasgow will give a short background on the importance of the site and the archaeological excavations he conducted at Govan with Channel 4�s �Time Team� in the 1990s. This will be followed by an update on the plans for the major redevelopment of Govan Old due to begin in 2019.

Throughout Doors Open Weekend we�ll also be having fun with free arts & crafts sessions! How would you like to paint your own Viking shield? Or try your hand with a quill and parchment to become a medieval scribe? How about making colourful artworks inspired by our stained-glass windows? These are just a few of the family-friendly activities we�re offering across Saturday and Sunday. On both days you can also explore what life was like in the medieval period through archaeological artefact handling and costume activities!

You�ll also have an opportunity to find out more about how an organ is used to make music. �On Saturday Govan Old is teaming up with the Glasgow Society of Organists to showcase the fabulous Brindley and Foster Organ for visitors of all ages. Family friendly demonstrations will be held on Saturday 15th September at 11:30 and 14:00.

Tea and Coffees available Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Fri 11am-5pm, Sat-Sun 10am-5pm

Tours available on request; 20 minutes

Booking not required

Children�s

On Saturday and Sunday explore Govan�s medieval history through archaeological artefacts and fun costumes. Try on Viking shields, helmets and chain-mail. Become an ancient artist and design Viking shields and stained glass windows. Enjoy musical sessions and child friendly organ demonstrations at 11:30 and 14:00 on Saturday.