The new Galashiels Transport Interchange was commissioned by Scottish Borders Council to provide facilities for bus and rail passengers when the Waverley Line reopens. The building will provides staff accommodation as well as office space at the upper levels.
Come and see GalGael's busy workshop in operation. From the woodwork and boat building taking place in our workshop to the milling and processing in our timber yard. Our premises also include a blacksmiths forge. GalGael have been based at the workshops on Fairley Street for the past 12 years and celebrate their twentieth anniversary this year. In addition to the activity taking place in our workshop, the building itself was built in 1891 as Ibrox Iron Works for J. M. Adams Engineers. It features a hammer beam roof and elegantly tapered cast iron supports. � � � �
These historic gardens stand in a unique position on the shores of the Solway Firth and benefit from an unusually mild climate owing to the Gulf Stream. There are Victorian glasshouses in the beautiful walled garden, which in its day produced award winning grapes and apples. Enjoy the walk down to Rigg Bay, a sheltered beach bordering the gardens, and then explore the heights of Cruggleton Cliffs and the ruin of Cruggleton Castle.
The virtual world has brought swift changes to rural areas, and the independent photographers who make up the Galloway Photographic Collective have seized the opportunity to create an online collaboration which works to raise the profile of high quality photography in Galloway. The current exhibition will be a combined presentation by the members of the newly formed Galloway Photographic Collective. Their professional skills vary and include fine art landscape, wildlife and portraiture.
Looking out over the silvery expanse of Wigtown Bay is the Galloway Smokehouse, home of prize winning smoked salmon, trout, seafood and game. A small smokery where only the best in raw materials are used. From the simple kipper to the grand salmon a huge variety of smoked food is on offer.
An old Norman keep built by the Lockhart family after an invasion of Anglo-Norman people in the 12th and 13th centuries.??George Wishart 1545 and John Knox 1556, the Scottish reformers, both preached here?as church doors were locked against them.? Home of Lodge St Peter 331 for over a hundred years. Community garden Museum: Display from Steven Brown Art/Lifestyle: McCoo
Rectangular, with pedimented gable above its three front doors, and round-headed windows. Vaulted chancel, 1912. U-shaped gallery, 3 manual organ by James Binn of Leeds, 1913. Stained glass by Oscar Paterson. Memorial to Rev. Dr. Robert Stirling, Minister 1824-78 during cholera epidemic and inventor of the Stirling Engine. Memorial, ruined gravestone and resting place of Rev. George Smith, Minister 1778-1823 and who was the great grandfather of Robert Louis Stevenson and whose name crops up in three poems by Robert Burns. ?
Galston: Galston Parish Church *not open this year*
Recently restored 12th century Kirk. Partially restored by 3rd Marquess of Bute in 1898. Covenanters' graves, including Thomas Fleming, ancestor to Sir Alexander Fleming. The memorial to the tragic Lady Flora Hastings is prominent in the Kirkyard. Preservation work supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund and Historic Scotland and work with the Carved Stones of Scotland Association. Stewarded by the Friends of Loudoun Kirk.
Category A Byzantine-style red brick church, designed by Anderson for 3rd marquess of Bute, clearly inspired by Hagia Sofia in Istanbul. Interior design and diocesan links with William Burgess. Recent renovation part funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund and Historic Scotland.
Recently refurbished category B listed building at the centre of the town. Galston Community Development Trust will host a display of local history and Burnawn Agate in The Portland.
The gardens are at Robin House, very near Balloch. Robin House is the local premises of Children's Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS). How to get there: From Stirling or Drymen Road in Balloch, go north along Mollanbowie Road. You will see Robin House ahead of you when you reach the east gate of Balloch Castle. This is an inspiring and joyful place in the face of adversity felt by many families. You will be surprised by the architecture and the gardens. Every so often CHAS opens the gardens to the public, both to share it and give others an idea of what they offer. https://www.chas.org.uk/how-we-help/who-you-will-meet/at-robin-house The sweeping roofscape of this impressive modern building is by Hoskins Architects (2000). As this is a children's hospice, there is no access to within the building itself, but it can be enjoyed from its great garden. There are walks to explore and creatures to find. Definitely suitable for all the family. There is much to see in this cheerful and inventive landscape. Smaller children will love to explore it. Artwork depicting wildlife is to be found along the meandering paths.
Garioch Heritage Centre @ Inverurie Loco Works
The building is part of the east end of what was the Carriage and Wagon Repair Shop at the famous Inverurie Loco Works.? It has been very tastefully converted by insertion of a mezzanine floor by the developer to give a very large display area plus a cafeteria and a 100-seat conference/activity room.? The developer has reinstated the nine iconic wooden double doors.? We have only been in occupation since the first of July this year, so it is essentially a work in progress, but visitors will be able to see how well the conversion has been done, plus view a small display of photographs and artefacts in the conference room.
The Loco Works Carriage and Wagon Shed closed its doors in 1969, but now houses the Garioch Heritage Centre. The listed building lay abandoned until its award-winning conversion in 2017. It is still possible to see some of the tracks, cranes and massive tram doors. Inside there is a scale model of the site and exhibitions on how local people lived and worked in the area from 1900s onwards, including “the Colony” houses, built to home the influx of workers from the Tait Paper Mill. A self-guided tour is available, with staff on hand to answer any questions. Great venue for children with a “beastie hunt”, puzzles and dressing up. Parking on street - directly in front of main entrance. Refreshments can be purchased in café.
Loco Works between 1898-1905 and Heritage Centre 2017
Garlogie Mill Beam Engine and Turbine House, Garlogie
Garlogie is home to an incredibly rare steam beam engine which is still located in its original location, making it unique in Scotland, hence its Category A listed status. The engine dates from the late 1830s and originally powered the textile mill. In 1923 a small Escher Wyss water turbine with electricity generating plant was installed in a new building adjacent to the beam engine house to provide power to the Dunecht Estate. Garlogie Mill and the beam engine ceased operation in 1904 and the generating plant stopped in 1954 when the national grid came to the area. The mill is situated in the beautiful Garlogie Conservation Area. On the day, visitors will be able to see around the two buildings that remain and view the beam engine and turbine. Guides will be on hand to explain the operation of the equipment alongside information panels and models. You will also be able to hear about plans for the future of the mill and beam engine. Disabled Access to the Turbine House but not the Beam Engine House.
Built by James Thomas in 1898; The Garment Factory has been recently refurbished by Developers Castleforge Partners. The Victorian textiles factory has been restored and transformed into contemporary office and retail spaces unlike any other in Glasgow.
Scotland�s first purpose-built Synagogue. As well as continuing to be an active place of worship, the building is the home of the Scottish Jewish Archive Centre and Museum. This �A� listed building features extensive high quality stained glass windows. � �
Community project with plots to suit all ages and abilities. Aim is to promote health living, diet, fresh air and exercise and to streghthen community spirit in the Garnock Valley.
Late 18th Century, modified in 1819 as Gothic battlemented mansion. Attractive rose garden.
In 1901, the 7th Volunteer Battalion ‘The Gordon Highlanders’ was formed in Shetland. HQ and facilities were subsequently required. On 22 July 1903 Captain Commandant Moffat of the Battalion laid the memorial stone of the new building, with the formal inauguration taking place on 17 September 1904. It could never have been envisaged at the time that “Da Dreel Haal” would serve the community for over a century and become the much loved “Garrison Theatre”. The Drill Hall/Gymnasium measured 21.3m by 10m, and the various gymnastic apparatus could be cleared away to leave floor space for drill. The building also contained a Recreation and Lecture Room, Anteroom, Armoury and Toilet. The Commanding Officer and adjutant had a room upstairs, adjoining the Officers’ Mess. A Gymnasium Club was formed which was open to Shetland residents of both sexes and all ages. Running costs were met by grants from Zetland County Council, Lerwick Town Council and public donations. The Club employed a qualified instructor and within three weeks of opening there were a total of 238 members. Following the outbreak of war in 1914, Lerwick became an important naval base and the Drill Hall was required for wartime use. After the war, the Territorial Army (TA) was not in operation and the Hall continued to be used for badminton, with the adjacent rooms let as offices including estate offices for the Garth Estate. Following mobilisation of the TA in 1939, the hall was requisitioned as headquarters for the Shetland Defence Battalion and later for the 7th Battalion Black Watch. The population of Shetland doubled with the influx of servicemen and initially the building was used as an army meat store and canteen. In 1940 ENSA, (Entertainments National Service Association), commandeered the hall as a theatre to entertain service personnel. It was soon dubbed the “Garrison Theatre” and following conversion to a proper theatre by the Royal Engineers and Pioneers it was officially named so when it reopened on 7 December 1941. Now completely transformed with a sloping stage, full stage lighting, cinema projectors and screen the theatre remained in use until the end of the war. It was constantly filled to capacity as army personnel and locals alike were entertained by servicemen, touring concert parties, film shows and famous celebrities. In February 1943 the well-known stage and film comedian George Formby and his wife paid a flying visit and in August the equally well-known and popular Gracie Fields entertained the troops. A complete refurbishment of the theatre was carried out in 1989 and “Da Garrison” was reopened on 31 October 1990 by SIC Convener Edward Thomason, OBE. Shetland Islands Council with Shetland Arts Trust, now Shetland Arts, have been responsible for the operation of Garrison Theatre since 2006. At the present time, despite the opening of Mareel in 2012, the 280 seated Garrison Theatre facilitates the provision of a varied annual programme of community and professional shows, including live theatre, fiddle competitions, stand up comedy, concerts, dance and pantomime.
Gartcosh Church was the first new church opened after the reunion in 1929 of the Established Church and the (majority of the) United Free Church of Scotland. The design of the Church is of Norman character and is constructed of white freestone from Earnock Quarry. It is also said to be the first Church of Scotland hall/church with movable seats and where the sanctuary can be cleared to allow the church to be used for other events if required. The two stained glass windows are early works by Gordon Webster. A volunteer led welcome with local Church history displays, tours of church and hall will be available. Sunday Service at 10:15am to 11:15am, all welcome. Teas and Coffees will also be available.
Built for John Moir Clark, an Aberdeen Merchant who also owned most of present day Kaimhill and Garthdee.? In 1953 the house was bought by the architect and businessman Tommy Scott Sutherland who, after living in it for a couple of years, decided to donate the house and grounds to the School of Architecture which came to bear his name.? THe School moved from Schoolhill and the extended building was officially opened in 1957.? The Scott Sutherland School of Architecture and Built Environment is therefore?celebrating its 50th anniversary of its move to Garthdee.
In the company of Historic Environment Scotland archaeologist Eve Boyle enjoy a rare opportunity to step inside Garvamore on Doors Open Day, a remote 18th century inn, scene of dark deeds in the years after Culloden! We’ll then visit General Wade’s Garva Bridge, and follow some of the military road towards the Corrieyairack pass. Stop in at Laggan Village Hall on route to the event, with refreshments and venison for sale from 10am. The walk is graded as Moderate (over one hour in length, some gradient or rough terrain). Event organised by the Badenoch Heritage: Bringing the Past to the 21st Century Project as part of the Badenoch Festival. Funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, Cairngorm National Park Authority, Transport Scotland, Highlands and Islands Enterprise and The Highland Council. Please note - there is a charge for this event - more details on Eventbrite at: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/garvamore-inn-garva-bridge-and-general-wade-tickets-68689122013?aff=eac2
Gate Church International SCIO: Building Tours
St Mark’s Church was built between 1868 and 1869. It was designed by Pilkington and Bell in a free Gothic style typical of Frederick T Pilkington. The church was extended in 1879 by Ireland and MacLaren. Featuring superb stained-glass windows and a raised timbre ceiling, this A-listed church is a unique example of circular congregational seating and aisles. An ambitious energy efficiency project, grant-assisted by Climate Challenge Fund, is currently under-way, you can see the progress of this work during your visit and find out about ongoing community activities.
Walking tour around the town to discover the world of the Faeds, a remarkable family of Victorian artists. Gatehouse was founded in the 1760s as the estate village for Cally House. The walk gives an opportunity to consider the built environment of the town through the experience of the Faeds.
This 1950's white box powered trolleybuses in southside Glasgow. Recently converted into a community & youth sports/health hub.
Gavin's Mill is an ancient Corn Mill on the banks of the Allander Water in Milngavie. It has a date stone, inset near the lower doors, saying 1664. The Mill was powered by an overshot water wheel which still turns today. During Door's Open Day activities will include Mil Wheel turning, an exhibition about Gavin's Mill, a slide show, a children's treasure hunt and guided tours of Gavin's Mill.
GCHT "Mini City Break" health walk 1: Concert Hall steps to St Vincent Street
Get away for your desk and get active at lunch time by having a gander down the upper part of Buchanan Street with Niall Murphy, Deputy Director of Glasgow City Heritage Trust. With its superb Late Georgian, Victorian, Edwardian and early 20th Century commercial architecture Buchanan Street is arguably Glasgow's best street and is recognised through numerous accolades. Highlights include a little slice of Italian fascist architecture; a Testimonial which turns a corner German style; Sir JJ Burnet's Athenaeum and Athenaeum Theatre; see Glasgow's "Anything you can do I can do better" moment; a Venetian palace with some very stern keystones; why Plagiarism is not a good strategy, especially when you get caught; and, Glasgow's Versace moment.
GCHT "Mini City Break" health walk 2: St Vincent Place to Royal Exchange Square
Get away for your desk and get active at lunch time by having a gander around St Vincent Place and Royal Exchange Square with Niall Murphy, Deputy Director of Glasgow City Heritage Trust. With their superb late Georgian, Victorian Edwardian and early 20th Century commercial architecture, St Vincent Place and Royal Exchange Square are key to the city centre's character. Highlights include the tragedy of W J Anderson, James Miller's Anchor Line Building, the influence of Michelangelo; David Hamilton's Royal Exchange Square; a Renaissance palace; Charles Rennie Mackintosh's Glasgow Herald Building (aka the Lighthouse); can Brutalism be touchy feely; and, the site of the original Miss Cranston's Buchanan Street tea room.
GCHT "Mini City Break" health walk 3: Royal Exchange Square to John Street
Get away for your desk and get active at lunch time by having a gander along Ingram Street with Niall Murphy, Deputy Director of Glasgow City Heritage Trust. Ingram Street and John Street's are two of the key streets within Glasgow's Merchant City. Highlights include the link between Paris's Arc du Triomphe and the Monument to the Duke of Wellington; Corinthian's connection to Liverpool; Sir JJ Burnet's baroque TSB Banking Hall; one of the finest examples of Post-Modernism in the UK; the decadence of Versailles comes to Glasgow; and, the paired Triumphal Arches of John Street - one of the great moments in 20th Century Scottish architecture.
GCHT "Mini City Break" health walk 4: George Square
Get away for your desk and get active at lunch time by having a gander at George Square with Niall Murphy, Deputy Director of Glasgow City Heritage Trust George Square, the civic heart of Glasgow but a hugely contested space within the city as it has evolved over three centuries. Highlights include an examination of each of the monuments, an explanation of why the various people were selected for immortalisation and who were the sculptors. The tour will take a closer look at Sir JJ Burnet's subtle design for the Cenotaph with its superb sculpture by Ernest Gillick. Finally, the tour will also look at the overall positions of the monuments, how they have moved over time and if a pattern to their arrangement is discernible.
The Gem Rock Museum is the leading independent of its kind in the UK and is renowned worldwide Owned and run by the Stephenson family it is regarded as one of the finest private collections of gemstones, crystals, minerals, rocks, and fossils in Great Britain. Crystals and minerals are some of natures most outstanding creations and the collection demonstrates this with thousands of fine specimens of world class standard.
General Assembly Hall of the Church of Scotland
The Assembly Hall was designed by David Bryce in 1858.� Since 1929 this unique building has been used by the Church of Scotland to host its General Assemblies.� In more recent years the Hall was additionally used by the Scottish Parliament while the new building at Holyrood was completed.� www.churchofscotland.org.uk
The General Register Office for Scotland in New Register House holds all the statutory birth, death and marriage registers for events recorded in Scotland from 1855 as well as old parish registers and open Census records. The records are stored in four galleries within the circular dome area, which is over 27m high.� http://www.gro-scotland.gov.uk.
Generals Tower, Riddell Estate by Selkirk
A hollow stone walled observation tower with a vertiginous spiral staircase in one corner rising from a medieval Motte & Bailey. A timber lined room at the top of the tower leads on to an observation balcony.
The architect of Heriot’s Hospital was the royal master mason William Wallace. It is an excellent example of Scots Renaissance architecture. Built from stone quarried at Craigleith and Ravelston, lime from Kirkliston and Westhouses, timber from Dalkeith and Norway, the foundation stone of the northwest tower is inscribed 1628. In 1659 the building began to fulfil the purpose of its founder – for the upbringing and education of ‘puire fatherless bairnes, friemenes sones of that Toune of Edinburgh’. Explore the School Hall with its hammerbeam roof, the Chapel, Council Room and Old Refectory hidden within the Quadrangle. The recently completed Heriot’s Centre for Sport & Exercise, by LDN Architects, comes with excellent environmental credentials: the discovery of a 60m deep well led to the investigation of its potential for use as a ground source heat pump to supply the under floor heating. The Centre was a real ship in a bottle conundrum for the architects and builder.
The University now operates four local power stations generating 80% of campus power requirements through low carbon Combined Heat and Power Energy Centres. It has a 1.6MWe generator behind the Old Medical School which heats and cools the George Square buildings right round to the Main Library. www.ed.ac.uk/about/sustainability/home
A category C-Listed late Victorian, red brick, five storey (50,000 square foot) purpose-built whisky warehouse. Abbot’s Choice Scotch Whisky was produced here, and the building retains almost all of its original features. Acquired by Georgian Antiques over 30 years ago. GLOBAL CONNECTIONS Abbots Choice Whisky was established in Leith in 1863 and exported its whiskies to European markets and Latin America. This bond building also has original features of signage including ‘Customs and Excise’ to the door. Our antiques range also includes exhibition quality Scottish cabinetmaking and pieces from around the world – including Chinese furniture, Japanese cabinets and European mirrors. ACTIVITIES French polishers and cabinet makers will be in their workshops repairing and polishing antiques. Members of the public will be able to talk to them and observe them at their work. http://www.georgianantiques.net/news/
At the southern end of the island you will find a monument to one of Berneray’s most notable sons, Giant Macaskill (Aonghas Mor MacAsgaill). Born in Berneray, he spent most of his life in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, and he was said to be the world largest giant at a height of 7ft 9in.
The church is a Category B listed building occupying a prominent position in Greenhill Ave, overlooking Eastwood Toll. There are eleven beautiful stained glass windows in the Nave, Transepts and Chancel.
A beautiful synagogue with magnificent stained glass windows by John C. Clark, famous Scottish artist.
Glasgow's leading south-side theatre company since 1949.
Since 2000 the church, which occupies land opposite Morrisons in Giffnock, has been part of the United Reformed Church. The building was erected in 1936, as Giffnock Congregational Church, and incorporates a beautiful rose window brought to Giffnock from an earlier Congregational Church in Eglinton Street, Glasgow. The history of the congregation goes back to the early 19th century, when it was established in Glasgow for Gaelic speaking students.
Another chance to explore a building that?s been a landmark on Union Street for over 150 years. From the massive ?wheel-window? and impressive pipe organ to the comfortable seating and the presentation screens, Gilcomston Church lets you experience the deep roots and the fresh life of our Christian heritage.
Gilfillan Memorial Church will be available for visitors to look round. Guides will be on hand and refreshments are available at all times. We usually manange to have a display of materials from the Church archive and we hope to have an organ recital.
A hidden gem by James Gillespie Graham, 1835, for St Margaret's Convent of the Ursulines of Jesus, the first religious house in Scotland since the Reformation. The chapel contains delicate details and exquisite furnishings, including the Lady Chapel reredos by George Goldie, 1877. Guided tours on request.
It is not known exactly when the town house was built but by 1820 it was occupied. After being sold for �3000, 16 Coates Crescent was occupied by Girlguiding Scotland (The Girl Guide Association at the time) in 1939. Now an office and retail space, the building boasts beautiful views of Edinburgh Castle over the city�s chimney pots. Many original features remain including a cupola, highly decorative ceilings and cornicing.
Shore facility with store and crew facilities. All-weather Mersey class lifeboat serves south west of Scotland.
Scottish Baronial landmark building by McKissock and Rowan, Glasgow, 1888 from bequest of local merchant, Thomas McKechnie, the institute houses an Arts and Museum Centre run by South Ayrshire Council.
Erected 1825-27 to serve as a jail with cells on first, second and third floors, all barrel vaulted. Following loss of adjoining McMaster Hall by fire in 1939 it is now free standing.
A small farm aiming to provide a variety of education and training opportunities with farming, countryside and the environment as contexts for learning. A simple building of Douglas fir, built using principles of sustainable construction. Post and beam framed turf roof.
A small farm aiming to provide a variety of education and training opportunities to provide a variety of education and training opportunities with farming, countryside and the environment as contexts for learning. A simple building of Douglas fir, built using principles of sustainable construction. Post and beam framed, turf roof.
At Gladstone Court Museum you can stroll through streets from the past and visit small shops and business premises including a chemist, cobbler, grocer, ironmonger, bank, schoolroom and printer's.
Gladstone’s Land is the restored 17th century home of wealthy merchant and landlord Thomas Gledstanes. Gledstanes let out rooms in this six-storey building and the restored rooms reflect how these people from different social spheres went about their day in Edinburgh’s Lawnmarket area. The museum is on the first and second floors of the house split across six rooms. The museum only offers guided tours. The tour consists of six views of four different rooms on one of the floors of the museum. The images are 360º degrees and you can click between the rooms via points that guide you through the house. Accessibility note: Unknown, but the museum levels of the house are connected via a staircase.
Gladstone's Land is the restored 17th century home of wealthy merchant and landlord Thomas Gledstanes. Gledstanes let out rooms in this six-storey building and the restored rooms reflect how these people from different social spheres went about their day in Edinburgh's Lawnmarket area. The museum is on the first and second floors of the house split across six rooms. The museum only offers guided tours. The tour consists of six views of four different rooms on one of the floors of the museum. The images are 360º degrees and you can click between the rooms via points that guide you through the house. Accessibility note: Unknown, but the museum levels of the house are connected via a staircase.
Mansion house designed by James Ingram of Kilmarnock for James Alason. Restored with support of HLF. European Regional Social Fund, East Ayrshire Council, Minerals Trust and Coalfields Regeneration Trust as a centre for creative youngsters to develop entrepreneurial skills.
Glamis Castle was the childhood home to HM Queen Elizabeth and the Queen Mother, having been the ancestral seat of the Earls of Strathmore and Kinghorne since 1372. The site’s history dates back to 1034 when King Malcolm II was murdered there at a Royal Hunting Lodge. The tour a 360º photograph of the Castle’s courtyard which looks out into the grounds and down a section of the long driveway. Accessibility note: The ground floor, including the restaurant, is wheelchair accessible, but the castle tour includes uneven floor and stairs throughout. Motorised scooters are available for free to access the gardens.
Glamis Castle was the childhood home to HM Queen Elizabeth and the Queen Mother, having been the ancestral seat of the Earls of Strathmore and Kinghorne since 1372. The site's history dates back to 1034 when King Malcolm II was murdered there at a Royal Hunting Lodge. The tour a 360º photograph of the Castle's courtyard which looks out into the grounds and down a section of the long driveway. Accessibility note: The ground floor, including the restaurant, is wheelchair accessible, but the castle tour includes uneven floor and stairs throughout. Motorised scooters are available for free to access the gardens.
This impressive Pictish cross-slab stands in a private garden. Tours have been organised by Historic Environment Scotland on behalf of the owner. On one side the stone bears an elaborately decorated cross and characteristic Pictish carvings including mythical beasts, a deer, triple disc symbol, and two people fighting with axes. On the other side there is a snake, a fish (probably a salmon) and a mirror.
Founded in 1867, Glasgow Art Club has occupied two handsome Georgian terrace houses in Bath Street since 1893. The jewel in its handsome Victorian interior is the gallery, largely designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh. Recent extensive refurbishment with substantial financial aid from Heritage Lottery Fund and Historic Scotland with generous contributions from private donors, has resulted in restoration of the Gallery to its original Victorian splendour. Much careful research went into establishing the original designs and colours used by Mackintosh for his frieze which has been painstakingly recreated. The fixtures and furnishings which he claimed as his work by publishing an illustration of them in June 1893 in the Bailie, a magazine of the day, have all been restored to their original state. The result is a breath-taking room which gives a vivid impression of the early stages of his developing creative genius. The original billiard room on the first floor has been converted into a light, airy space which is used for smaller exhibitions and for social events and gatherings. The remainder of the building has also been repaired and redecorated and much of the original furniture has been restored. The exterior of the building has been cleaned and the stonework restored. � �
Part of Glasgow's cycle revolution, the Bike Station has given life back to a former warehouse with a huge range of community activities and schemes to develop cycling across the city. Take a tour behind the scenes to find out more about how we find, fix and give bikes to Glasgow! �
The gardens have been in their current locations since 1842 and were originally used for concerts and events, but were later brought into the Parks department of the city. The Kibble palace is an iron framed glasshouse built in the 19th century. It contains large collection of Australian and New Zealand tree ferns, some of which are over 100 years old. The Palace also hosts multiple statues; one of which, Eve by Scipione Tadolini, is shown in the tour. The tour is a single 360º image of the inside of the Kibble Palace. Accessibility note: There is accessible parking in the Gardens themselves, and the majority of pathways are on a level or slight incline.
Built in 1197, the cathedral represents over 800 years history of the Church, city and indeed Scotland itself. This remarkable medieval building, built over the burial place of St Mungo, founder and Patron Saint of Glasgow, is still a thriving place of worship. Experience over 800 years of the history of the Church, City and indeed Scotland itself in a mediaeval building showcasing a fine collection of 20th Century Stained Glass and Tapestry while still functioning as a place of worship.
Glasgow Central Mosque is the first purpose-built mosque in Glasgow. Muslims pray, learn, get married or attend funerals and non-Muslims visit throughout the year. See how Islamic architecture and Glasgow�s characteristic red sandstone come together in this unique building. Please come explore Glasgow Central Mosque which was formally opened in 1984. Built on a 4-acre (16,000 m2) site at a cost of three million pounds the land was acquired and the preferred architectural design meant that the architect had to travel to Turkey and Jeddah. The courtyard of the mosque is in keeping with the traditional Arabesque style. It is enclosed on one of its sides by gardens and on the other by a long fa�ade of arched windows. The main entrance is arched with etched glass doors of a floral design. In the courtyard one of the most noticeable features is the Minaret (tower) where traditionally the Muezzin recites the call to prayer stands. The other more noticeable feature is the dome above the main prayer hall allowing natural light into the building. Inside the mosque is a recess which is called the Mihrab where the Imam stands. The Mihrab points in the direction of Mecca. Enclosed in a walled garden and with a separate minaret, the mosque combines Islamic architecture with the characteristic Old Red Sandstone material used to build many of Glasgow's buildings. �
Doors Open Day 2018: Explore the many hidden parts of Glasgow Central Station. You'll find yourself walking through tunnels, boiler rooms and darkened basements. See the station architecture that led Victorian engineering and discover the tales behind them.
The City Chambers somehow manages to be a hidden gem in the very centre of the city. A combination of mosaic, marble and carved wood come together to create a wonderful civic palace, with grand corridors and stately function rooms full of original details. Completed in 1888, the City Chambers has for over a hundred years been the headquarters of successive councils serving the City of Glasgow. � �
Glasgow City Free Church (St. Vincent Street Church)
See inside one of Glasgow�s most stunning pieces of architecture, also considered one of the World Monument Fund's 100 most endangered buildings. Pause for a peaceful moment in the beautiful interior packed full of �Greek� Thomson character. Alexander "Greek" Thomson's work has achieved international acclaim, and the St Vincent Street church has been recognised as one of the most important 19th-century church buildings in the UK. We look forward to welcoming you to view the spectacular main sanctuary, and to enjoy the architect's use of light and wide range of motifs and designs. There is a living and active congregation in the building. You are also welcome to attend any of our Sunday morning church services which start at 11am. �
Glasgow City Mission is a modern building�with a roof garden. Find out first-hand about their work with men and women affected by homelessness, and learn about the preventative work they do with families. Glasgow City Mission was established in 1826 as the world�s first city mission by David Nasmith, who had a vision for pioneering Christian care where people�s physical, emotional and spiritual needs would be met. We have been working with people affected by poverty since then, adapting to a changing city and changing needs. Today the focus of our city centre project is with people affected by homelessness. Our city centre project is housed in a contemporary building which has won architecture awards. When people visit us they are often surprised that a building that caters for people who are homeless and marginalised is so well designed and full of light. Join us and learn more about how our building facilitates our work with people who are homeless and marginalised. We have a�roof garden, IT suite, music studio, art space and gym. Many of our guests had incredibly difficult childhoods and received little or no affirmation from parents or teachers. We help our guests grow in confidence and discover and develop their skills. Our guests have many skills and talents and we look forward to sharing these with you. Find out about our preventative work at our Child and Family Centre in Govan where we work with families affected by poverty. Our aim here is to ensure the children have the best possible start in life and that the parents can fulfil their own potential.� � �
Category B listed, revival Gothic designed crematorium established 1895, Scotland's first crematorium offers a unique insight into the history of the cremation movement, beautiful architecture, stained glass windows, high technology and considerate memorial facilities. Image credit: Herald and Times Group � �
Glasgow Evangelical Church has a restored exterior and beautiful interior, entrance and sanctuary and is an A-listed building. It has original stained-glass and Grade 1 historic pipe organ as well as award-winning modern stained-glass windows made by members. The restoration work to the Building and Sanctuary was �funded by Grants from Heritage Lottery Fund, Historic Scotland and our own fundraising. We have also recently put in new Pew Cushions, some of which are donated by Members and Friends of the Church. Work was finally completed in December 2017. John Honeyman (1831-1914) was an Architect of high renown and from 1888 his partner was John Keppie and from 1889 he had Charles Rennie Mackintosh as an Assistant. The skyline is dominated with Statues of St. Matthew, St. Mark, St. Luke and St. John and at their feet lie, respectively, the heads of a man, a lion, a calf and an eagle. Above the doors are St. Peter and St. Paul. Within there is a magnificent Pipe Organ installed in 1887, so impressive that visitors from far afield come to see it. The Institute of Historic Pipe Organs has granted it a Grade 1 Certificate. The Organ is regularly maintained and is believed to be one of only a few of its kind in Scotland. Some Members of the Church learned the craft of Stained Glass Windows making and have created eight award winning windows installed from 1999 to 2001. We are proud of this place of Worship in what is the true centre of the City. It is perhaps fitting that the Church is �watched over" by John Knox, the father of the Scottish Reformation. As 2017 was the 500th anniversary of the Reformation some Members embarked on making a craft banner for the Church to commemorate Martin Luther. �
Scotland's original independent cinema, the GFT, is housed in the former Cosmo Cinema. Opened in May 1939, this was the last cinema to be built in Glasgow before WW2.� What began as a single screen cinema over 40 years ago has become Scotland�s most diverse and best publicly attended independent cinema in Scotland, with Glasgow Film Festival one of the top three film festivals in the UK. Glasgow Film is a national centre for film and moving image media where audiences and filmmakers experience and debate cultural practice and ideas through diverse, unique and quality programmes that transform the way people see the world, through film. �
Glasgow Gurdwara Guru Granth Sahib Sikh Sabha
Established in Glasgow�s South Side in the 1960s, the Gurdwara moved to a spectacular purpose-built building, inspired by traditional South Asian architecture, in 2013. A community facility providing free education and a full free kitchen. Visit to find out more. The �4million complex, designed and built by Scottish companies adds to the elegance of the Glasgow skyline.
The most important court in Glasgow. It is a grade A listed building where notorious characters of bygone days were tried. The majestic Victorian interior contrasts with the stylish modern wing.
Visit the most important Court in Glasgow, a Grade A listed Victorian Courthouse with a modern expansion. See where notorious villains of bygone eras were tried. Visit the cells.
See behind the scenes at Scotland's principle long-haul airport which served 9.9 million passengers and 13,033 tonnes of air cargo in 2017. Visitors must bring passports/drivers' license in order to generate a pass. Photography in parts of the tour wouldn't be allowed.
Glasgow Museums Resource Centre (GMRC) houses a vast collection of objects from around the world. Glasgow Museums can only display a fraction of our collections at any one time, the rest is stored at GMRC our publicly accessible store. The vast collection of objects from around the world contains everything from armour to zebras. There�s something for everyone! You name it we've got it: paintings, pots, swords, ship models, clocks and kayaks - the list goes on. �
Disover the history of the UK's oldest police force and view an international display of police uniforms from all over the World. � � � � Mon�Sun 10am�4.30pm
Join Glasgow's finest letterpress printers for its Wayzgoose - the traditional outing for print workers, marking the end of summer and the start of the season of working by candlelight. Budding printer's imps can make an impression with hands-on activities. A Wayzgoose is the traditional annual outing held by a printing house for its workers, marking the end of summer and the start of the season of working by candlelight. This year, we're staying in the factory, and invite you to join us for some festivities. Come and see us at work, and participate in hands on letterpress activities. Please wear appropriate clothing - ink is difficult to remove, so no white cashmere please! Activities will be suitable for eight years plus - with adult supervision - so feel free to bring along any budding printer's imps. The event will be held at our premises: Glasgow Press, No. 6 / 21 Clydebrae Street, Glasgow G51 2AJ, Look forward to seeing you! Tours available on request Booking not required
Come along to one of Scotland�s most prestigious venues, built in 1990 for Glasgow's reign as European City of Culture. Now hosting nearly 250 performances each year, visitors can follow in the footsteps of artists including BB King, Johnny Cash and Bob Hope. Built in 1990 for Glasgow's reign as European City of Culture, the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall is located in the heart of the city. Whether you're simply visiting the city, or a true Glaswegian, you won't fail to be caught up in the magic as you get to take a peek inside the venue that hosts world renowned classical, jazz, pop, rock and folk concerts every year. The building is open every day to the public but timings vary depending on concert schedules. The public are free to enter the building and go to Cafe, Box Office, Gift Shop, Gallery areas during the day but not in the evening unless they have tickets for the event. �
Glasgow School of Art Highlands & Islands
Located in the rural outskirts of Forres is The Glasgow School of Art Highlands and Islands Campus in the refurbished beautiful old building called Blair's Farm Steading. The Italianate Grade A listed building designed by Archibald Simpson in 1835 was previously used as a Dairy, Granary and Cottages. The Glasgow School of Art has use of the buildings as its Highlands and Islands Campus, offering Post Graduate Courses in Design Innovation at Masters, Masters of Research and PhD. The perfect peaceful spot to be creative!
Glasgow School of Art, The - Reid Building
Glasgow School of Art has a unique collection of original Charles Rennie Mackintosh furniture. Visit the School's recently completed Reid building to view contemporary art exhibitions on the ground floor, browse the new visitor centre and join a tour. � � � � � �
Category B listed, this imposing flagship building is the largest Court in the Estate for the Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service. Highly polished interiors incorporate an imaginative use of timber, stone and daylight. � �
The beautiful Category B listed Carnegie Library has been home to the world-famous Glasgow Women's Library since 2013. There is a library, archive and a programme of year round events dedicated to women�s lives, histories and achievements. GWL is visited by people from all over the world and from just around the corner. It is a Recognised Collection of National Significance, a status only awarded to those museums that house collections deemed important to telling of a national story. Mon-Wed & Fri 9.30am-5pm, Thu 9.30am-7.30pm, Sat-Sun 12pm-4pm � �
Originally the home of a small Scottish religious sect, the A-listed former place of worship is hidden within the residential neighbourhood on Barony Street. The Glasite Meeting House was constructed in 1835, one of the first designs by Alexander Black. David Bryce added a three tiered pulpit in 1873 to the main meeting space. Although there were once a number of Glasite Meeting Houses across Scotland, this is the last one to retain its interior and the building is very evocative, like a faded Victorian photograph. Since 1989 it has been used as offices and a venue for hire.
The Glasshouses @ Royal Edinburgh Hospital (REH), built in the 1950s, were originally used to propagate plants for the hospital gardens. Following renovation, Artlink moved into the Glasshouses in 2011 and, along with the Cyrenians, use the treasured non-clinical space to support patients and the wider hospital community in creative, artistic and horticultural activities. The REH Glasshouses are due to be dismantled in 2019, as part of the re-provisioning of the Hospital.
Gleaner Oil Depot site, Ardrishaig waterfront
In the Victorian age, Campbeltown was known as the whisky capital of the world- one of the five distinctive malt producing regions of Scotland. Glen Scotia is a fine example of this historic Campbeltown style, and now, as we introduce an extended range, it is about to be discovered by a new generation.
<!-- [if gte mso 9]><xml> <o:OfficeDocumentSettings> <o:AllowPNG/> </o:OfficeDocumentSettings> </xml><![endif]--> Come along and visit the hidden treasures of Glen Tanar Estate with its many woodland and river walks. The Ballroom was built by the previous owners as a music room and is now used for weddings, events and with refreshments being served for Doors Open Days Following a short walk, enjoy the contrasting quiet serenity of St Lesmo Chapel, with its rustic charm and many original features still in existence including highland style ceiling rafters and decorative stained glass.
Glenalmond College was founded in 1847 by William Ewart Gladstone. The original Gothic-style buildings, including the stunning Chapel, were designed by the noted ecclesiastical architect, John Henderson. Later buildings were designed by Perth architect, Andrew Granger Heiton, and Sir Basil Spence.
Completed in 1802, the building housed two churches under the one roof, the south end for Gaelic speakers and the north end for those who only spoke English. The Gaelic church closed in 1957 and is now the church hall. The elegant spire was removed in 1941 as it was feared that it would become unstable.
Glenaray and Inveraray Parish Church (1)
The building was the final one to be built in the new town in Inveraray and is an 'A' Listed Building. It is a beautiful church building inside. Completed in 1802 the building housed two churches under one roof, the south end for Gaelic speakers and the north end for those who only spoke English. The Gaelic church closed in 1957 and is the new church hall. The elegant spire was removed in 1941 as it was feared it would become unstable.
A Church of Gothic design with Nave, Gallery, Vestry and Committee Rooms and built of local sandstone, roofed with slate - in 1987 the former Vestry was expanded into storeroom and toilet to make the 'Kirk Room' used for meetings, while the smaller Manager's Room was made into the Vestry, and alteration to the Sanctuary, removing choir pews to form useful 'open areas'. The church also contains 3 light stained glass (actually resin) window in 'dalles de verre' style by Sadie F McLellan. A volunteer led welcome with displays of church memorabilia. Sunday Service 11:45am until 12:45pm, all welcome. Teas and coffees will also be available. On Friday 20th September at 7:30pm there will be "An evening with the Columban Singers" with tickets costing £3.50 and available at the church in advance or on the door.
The 1600 vaulted burial aisle of the Cunninghames of Glencairn by David Scougal of Crail. The Aisle contains the stone monument to James, Seventh Earl of Glencairn and his first wife Margaret, Countess of Glencairn with six daughters and two sons. Carved columns and capitals.
The most famous Scottish glen is also one of its most dramatic, with forbidding mountains, thundering waterfalls and sparkling lochs. Internationally famous for its amazing landscape, its natural and cultural heritage; the scenery of Glencoe has been fashioned by millions of years of geological and geomorphologic processes is now regarded as some of the finest ‘wild’ landscape in Scotland. The drama is also reflected in Glencoe’s history, both real and imagined – myths, massacre and movies are all now part of the fabric of this magical, mysterious place. Walkers and climbers are drawn from all over the world to tackle its many mountaineering routes, including eight Munros, while animal-lovers come to catch a glimpse of Scottish wildlife including red deer, golden eagles and pine martens.
Glendinning & Birthplace of Thomas Telford
An opportunity to visit the birthplace of Thomas Telford, who was born, the son of a shepherd, in the remote valley of the Meggat Water. The landscape here has changed little over the centuries, and still bears evidence of continuous farming activity dating back to prehistoric times. Glendinning, a name believed to originate from the old Britonic language of Strathclyde, can be translated as “Glen of the fair hill” – and this is a beautiful, remote place still traditionally farmed. The hardy hill breeds of sheep and cattle hefted to the hill are little altered since Telford’s boyhood, and the remains of ring enclosures, rig and furrow cultivation and turf banks can still be seen. Thomas Telford was born into poverty, and no real trace remains of the simple building he was born in. His life took him far from this valley, but he remained deeply attached to the people and landscape of Eskdale: Deep ‘mid the green sequester’d glens below, Where murmuring streams among the alders flow, Where flowery meadows down their margins spread, And the brown hamlet lifts its humble head… Within Telford’s lifetime, the valley became much altered in character by the antimony mine opened by Sir James Johnstone of Westerhall. Antimony was used for hardening other metals for bells, guns and printing types, and mining it was a hard undertaking. Johnstone provided the road, basic housing for the 40 miners and their families, and set up a school for their children. In 1793 the Mining Company established a library for the use of the miners, now housed in Westerkirk Parish Library. You can walk up from Glendinning to visit the now green site of the mine.