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Earlsferry became a Royal Burgh in 1589 with liberty to hold markets and have a market cross. The mediaeval town-house was described in 1840 as 'an old building', which contained the town-hall, and a wretched gaol before being replaced in 1872. Learn…

Sir John Leng was a 19th century entrepreneur from Hull who adopted Dundee and made his name producing a pioneering daily newspaper for the people. He commissioned the Gothic style chapel as a memorial for his first wife, Mary. This charming A-Listed…

Designed by architect TM Cappon, this Grade B Listed Building dates from 1886. The stained glass in the church dates from 1885 to 1950 and includes two windows from the Kempe Studio in London. The organ was installed in 1904, and is by John Miller of…

Enjoy this splendid collection showing how genealogy enriches your family history. Interesting artefacts and portraits illuminating ancestors back through the centuries; from Diana, Bonnie Prince Charlie and Robert the Bruce and beyond!…

Built in the 1860s on Lindores Loch this is a rare and charming example of its type. On display will be original artefacts associated with this ancient Scottish sport and this particular venerable club’s history. Trace your curling ancestors in the…

Known locally as the Priory Doocot, and built on landholdings likely to have once belonged to the Cistercian Nunnery of St Mary, this is an excellent example of 16thC beehive doocot. The building has recently undergone an extensive restoration which…

The Wilkie Memorial Hall was built in 1897 to celebrate the renowned local artist Sir David Wilkie, 1785-1841, who lived in the village in the early 19th century, and contains a display about his work. The hall is used for a variety of community…

This University of St Andrews Special Collections project is cataloguing Cupar’s Burgh Records from 1364 to 1975, to eventually make them easily accessible to everyone. A display of their work will be hosted by the Cupar Heritage Centre, adjacent to…

"Guided tours from the village hall will take you around this historic village. Visit the ancient site where a Church has stood since at least 1243, view inside the current building and the 17th Century Melville Tomb. Learn more about the history and…

Back in Time Day. Step back in time and experience life in Victorian Dunfermline! Find out from our resident Victorians what handloom weavers family life was like in the 1830s and try some Victorian activities. Visitors also have a chance to dress in…

Situated on the East Entrance to the village, Cairneyhill Church (1752) has served its congregation through various splits and unions until becoming part of the Church of Scotland in 1929. A simple building structure with the pulpit on the long wall…

Carnegie Hall opened in 1937 with a programme of musical recitals and children's entertainment, and became the main theatre for variety shows and amateur dramatics in the town. We now present a wide programme of music, comedy, dance and drama. The…

Charlestown Workshops are the former 1705 estate workshops for Broomhall, the seat of the Earl of Elgin. Charlestown Workshops were restored and converted in 2000 as the offices and training centre for the Scottish Lime Centre Trust – an…

Welcome to Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries. With a lively programme and so much to enjoy under one roof, our venue offers the perfect all-day visitor attraction. There’s always something new, so you can visit often! In addition to The…

The former St Andrews Erskine Church is a B listed building that is registered as being "At Risk". It is noted in the Dunfermline Conservation Area Regeneration Scheme and the Dunfermline Conservation Area Appraisal. It was purchased, by means of a…

Fine Victorian church from 1891 by architect Rowand Anderson who also encased the attractive 1895 Hamilton church organ. Enjoy the lovely Kempe & Wilson stained glass windows and let the children have fun hunting out the quiz clues.

This mediaeval building is the surviving hospitium of the Franciscan Friary and is one of the few upstanding remnants of a Greyfriars site in Scotland. It has undergone many changes, not least a restoration in the 1930’s, but it still retains the…

Visit this historic church to see one of the finest baptismal fonts in Scotland. Hear its remarkable story and get the chance to see our lovely stained glass windows, both old and modern. The Church of St Peter was granted to the Monastery of…

A tolbooth has existed at Inverkeithing to administer the town's justice from at least 1550 but because of its poor condition and frequent escapes from the gaol a new Townhouse was built in 1770 incorporating some of the earlier Renaissance…

The church was built by William Stark between 1808 and 1810. Stark was born in Dunfermline and was an influential Scottish architect and town planner – he was responsible for the interior of the Signet Library in Edinburgh. The church bell was…

The remnants of St James' Chapel are the only surviving medieval remains in North Queensferry. Queen Margaret (c 1046 -93) encouraged pilgrims to visit the shrine of St Andrew in the settlement of the same name by giving free passage across the…

St. Margaret's was designed by Sir Robert Rowand Anderson and opened in 1896. It contains many interesting features including a reredos by Sir Hew Lorimer and stained glass by Willy Wilson and John Blyth as well as artwork by Jurek Putter which tells…

Explore this wonderful old kirkyard, a treasure-trove of Kincardine history. Three and four hundred years ago local craftsmen carved into local stone slabs the trades of the people interred, thereby providing a glimpse of a busy and prosperious…

Inverkeithing Baptist Church had its first recorded meeting on 12th December 1903. The original church was built on the site in Church Street during 1916/17 for a cost of £513 15/- and was officially opened on 14th August 1917. The Church was rebuilt…

Managed by North Queensferry Heritage Trust the Forth Bridge Heritage Centre is located in the original Victorian waiting room of Queensferry station and has a gallery of memorabilia that promotes the Forth Bridge as Scotland’s 6th World Heritage…

The Light Tower was built in 1817 by the famous lighthouse engineer Robert Stevenson. After restoration, and now managed by the NQHT, the tower has reopened on the old Town Pier. Located right alongside the light tower is our Forth Bridge & Light…

Dunfermline Sheriff Court and Justice of the Peace Court is one of 39 Sheriff Courts in Scotland. The modern building sits on Carnegie Drive and was opened in 1983 having moved from its original location on Dunfermline High Street. The building has…

The present Holy Name Church was designed and opened in 1958, and constructed in the early Scottish style by Charles W Gray. It was built by the Smith-Sligo family of Inzievar House. Particularly outstanding features are the stained glass windows,…

The Edwardian Category A listed Anchor Line building has been beautifully renovated from a former cruise line booking office into one of Glasgow's best restaurants. Original nautical details have been retained to evoke the feel of an ocean liner.The…

A unique opportunity to visit Andrew Muirhead & Son's historic Leather Works as the Company opens its doors to see best practice manufacturing of modern seating leathers destined for the worlds major airlines and public buildings.����

At 22-storeys, Anniesland Court is the tallest listed building in Scotland and Glasgow's only Category A listed tower block. It has views over the city.Limited disabled access

Arlington Baths Club built in 1870 is the oldest private club of its kind in Europe. A fine example of Victorian architecture, the main facade is well proportioned and gives an effect of modest Classicism. Don�t miss the stunning Turkish…

BAaD is a venue, a studio, a retail space and creative hub - a multi-use creative industry units with an eclectic mix of tenants covering music, fashion, film and tech sectors. It has a unique arched roof indoor courtyard.

The last purpose-built Glasgow Corporation bus garage. Home to the Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust, it contains vintage buses, commercial vehicles and transport-related artefacts.Bridgeton Bus Garage was built for Glasgow Corporation Transport and…

The Briggait was the city�s fish market for over 100 years, and incorporates the Merchant�s Steeple, one of the few remaining parts of Medieval Glasgow. Category A listed, it is now home to 80 artists and cultural organisations, as well as events and…

The world's oldest surviving music hall in the heart of Glasgow's Merchant City where Stan Laurel made his debut in 1906. It has an incredible, quirky, and in some cases downright disgusting past.Opened in 1857, The Britannia Panopticon Music Hall…

The Park area mansions were 'the place to live' in the 1850s. This stunning A-listed building has innumerable original features. Originally the private residence of David Hutcheson, founder of Calmac, it has been home to Buchanan Bridge Club since…

Set in the heart of Pollok Country Park, this award-winning building houses a unique collection in a beautiful woodland setting. The collection is one of the greatest ever created by one person, comprising over 8000 objects.�

During Doors Open Days, join Pollokshields Heritage for a guided bus tour of this magnificent Victorian garden suburb: see listed buildings, discover splendid villas, tenements and nature areas see various communities, and hear many stories.Dating…

This is a striking �Greek� Thomson church which was burnt out in 1965.During Doors Open Days, explore 'freespace', activated by WAVE particle as a space for the local community and artists. Attend �The Happenstance� exhibition or simply come and have…

Home to Cancer Support Scotland, a beautifully restored arts and crafts styled Sir John James Burnet building built in 1904 formally as the Royal Gartnavel Chapel. A bright, welcoming space with a relaxing atmosphere.����Mon�Sat, 10am�4pm. Sat�Sun…

During Doors Open Day, discover Castlemilk�s oldest surviving building. See the magnificent 15-foot high fireplace that once graced the now-demolished Castlemilk House. Learn about the Stuart family and their love of horses on a visit to this…

This iconic theatre has a vibrant history in its Gorbals home. There are backstage areas and hidden gems under the stage.�������

The rooftop of this building, one of Scotland's largest colleges, has wonderful views over the central conservation area and beyond.

Seldom open to the public, this is Clydeport's superb A-listed head office. Originally the Clyde Trust Building, it contains many original features such as French walnut panelling and Stephen Adam stained glass.The Clydeport head office in Robertson…

This large fire station provides fire cover to most of Glasgow city centre from the River Clyde northwards. Find out more about Glasgow's Firefighters and the inner workings of a station.Limited disabled accessFor more information go to…

An easy cycle tour of Pollok Park, one of Glasgow's hidden gems, delivered by a professional cycle guide. Hire a bike from us or bring your own!For more information go to: http://glasgowdoorsopenday.com/event/let-our-bikes-do-the-talking/

Learn about the Clyde�s great shipbuilding history in the Category A-listed former headquarters of Fairfield shipyard. It contains a grand boardroom where the Queen would have been received, and the building� has a� prestigious maritime…

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…

This 1950's white box powered trolleybuses in southside Glasgow. Recently converted into a community & youth sports/health hub.

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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.

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…

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

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…

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…

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…

Greyfriar's Garden, a tranquil and magical oasis in the Merchant City is a modern garden on a medieval site. Home to raised beds, greenhouses, a wildflower meadow and a picnic space. When you enter, it's like walking into another world.It is located…

An iconic stadium in world football, and the host stadium to the track and field athletics at the 2014 Commonwealth Games. Hampden Park is rated by UEFA as a 5-star stadium.Entrance to the Museum will be charged at normal rates.�Image credit: Ross…

A stunning building completed in 1996 from original designs by Charles Rennie Mackintosh. Set in leafy Bellahouston Park, House for an Art Lover has been realised in materials, craftsmanship and dimensions as closely as possible to the original…

This fine sandstone church built in 1905, designed by James Miller, has recently has major stonework repairs to enable it to continue to work of the congregation into the 21st century.�For more information please go to…

The only bandstand left in Glasgow having been restored to its former glory, this charming open-air venue is situated in the picturesque Kelvingrove Park.

Built in 1876 as the subject of an architectural competition, the winning design was based on Sainte-Chapelle in Paris. 140 years later, the spectacular Category A listed building still fulfils its original purpose as a place of sanctuary and…

One of Scotland�s most historic and significant theatres, designed by prolific theatre architect Frank Matcham. With many original features intact, this Glasgow institution is still a busy working theatre receiving musicals, drama and dance, and is…

Lambhill Stables is a vibrant community facility in the north of Glasgow. Our two-hundred year old 'B' listed building and extensive gardens provide a range of opportunities for people of all ages to meet, gather, learn and grow.����

This multi-purpose church building dates from 1995, extended in 2011. Here you can see a spectacular 12 foot oil-on-canvas portrayal of The Last Supper (Stuart Duffin RSA, 2012), along with stained glass by Adam and Webster (1909, 1952).For more…

French Gothic meets Victorian Glasgow. Fine Art gallery in William Leiper's A-listed red sandstone tower with sculpture by William Birnie Rhind. Home to Alexander Reid show showed the Glasgow Boys here.Limited disabled accessFor more information…

Formerly The Herald Building, this was the first public commission Charles Rennie Mackintosh worked on and opened in 1895.��www.thelighthouse.co.uk/www.facebook.com/lighthouseglasgow/@The_Lighthouse (Twitter)thelighthouseglasgow (Instagram)

This beautiful church was designed in its entirety by Charles Rennie Mackintosh. Magnificent stained glass and exceptional relief carving on wood and stonework are highlights of the interior where light and space are used to dramatic effect. It is…

Norwoodville is an iconic twin-pedimented villa in Pollokshields, now renovated as a Mosque and Madrasa. It has unique �Thomsonesque� features such as an alcove decorated with an intricate mirror mosaic.Norwoodville is an iconic twin pedimented villa…

Visit the Category B listed Burgh Halls of the historic Burgh of Maryhill. View the iconic stained glass windows designed by Stephen Adam, learn about the unique heritage of the area�s industrial and social past, and find out who was Mary Hill.The…

The Merchants House is a Glasgow institution, constituted in 1605. Still serving its original purpose of charitable giving to the city, visitors can learn more about its charitable work while admiring its well-preserved historic city centre…

The Mitchell Library, with its distinctive copper dome, is Glasgow�s largest public library and one of its most famous landmarks."The Mitchell Library, with its distinctive copper dome, is one of Glasgow�s most famous landmarks. The original library,…

A hidden gem, little altered from its earliest days. It contains Curling Club memorabilia, the locker room where stones are kept, and� an outdoor rink.Curling is one of Scotland's oldest sports. Sadly, few clubhouses with outside rinks have survived.…

The Pearce Institute was gifted to the working men and women of Govan by Lady Pearce in 1906. This much-loved Category A listed building, contains many photographs of the PI over the years, with details about the characters that made Govan great.��

Pollok House is the ancestral home of the Maxwell family. The present house dates from around 1752 and contains one of the finest collections of Spanish art in the United Kingdom together with furniture and furnishings appropriate to an Edwardian…

Built in the Scottish Renaissance style and gifted to the burgh in 1898, Pollokshaws Burgh Hall has been serving the community ever since. Known for its crow-stepped gables, remarkable clock tower and many original features it also houses the last…

The oldest surviving railway station building in current operation in Glasgow. It was refurbished in 2013 by Glasgow Building Preservation Trust and has been adopted by South West Community Cycles to provide affordable bike-related services and…

B listed Gothic style church boasting 60 brilliantly coloured stained glass windows, the largest being almost 7.5 x 5m, together with a magnificent Harrison & Harrison pipe organ dating from 1913, still in regular use.Having celebrated it's…

A stunning 18th century former church, inspired by St Martin-in-the-Fields in London, this unique building will be the Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival pop-up hub for the week. Explore the beautiful interior and enjoy a full programme of talks and…

Dating from the 15th century, Provan Hall is one of Glasgow's oldest buildings.

Church with active congregation. Memorial windows to Jane Harding who died in Auschwitz. Stencil design and window deign by Daniel Cottier.�����

In this beautifully decorated 19th century building you can see historic medical instruments, rare books and art, and find out how we've helped doctors, surgeons and dentists to stay at the cutting edge for over 400 years. The College was founded in…

Italianate, 'palazzo' style building; designed by Charles Wilson. Finely sculpted masks of legal figures forming keystones to the window arches outside and richly decorated interior. Members law library which celebrated its 200th anniversary in 2017…

Designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Scotland Street School Museum offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. See what school days were like in the reign of Queen Victoria, during World War II, and in the swinging 60s.�����

This hidden gem is a treat for all ages. The extensive collection showcases the history of masks and puppets, with exhibits from all over the world � you can even make your own. Tour the theatre, library, film effects centre and workshops.We are fund…

Visit the launch of Digging In to explore reconstructed World War I Allied and German trench systems, with hands-on activities that help convey the human experiences of the conflict and its impact on soldiers and communities at home. Limited disabled…

Glasgow Traditional Building Forum will host a demonstration of traditional building skills and materials for repairing and maintaining Scotland's traditional homes.Complimentary activities will take place in Architecture and Design Scotland's…

Glasgow's first post-Reformation Catholic Church has stunning d�cor and contemporary artwork, including Peter Howson's 'St John Ogilvie' and a baptismal font by Tim Pomeroy. Outside, the Italian Cloister Garden is a peaceful space with a memorial to…

Early Gothic church which can accommodate more than 1000! A beautiful building, the nave is 112 feet long and 40 feet wide, the spire is 220 feet high, with pinnacles, a belfry stage, a niche and a canopy containing a statue of St. Columba. All…

The magnificent gothic grandeur of the St Francis Centre is breathtaking. The category A listed building with beautiful alters and its very own private chapel is well worth a visit.

A wonderful example of neo-Romanesque architecture - harmoniously proportioned with thick walls, small windows and round arches. The whole is enhanced with a barrel - vaulted roof, mosaics in the apses and noted stained glass windows.Fri, Sat &…

The Cathedral of St Mary the Virgin stands on the busy thoroughfare of Great Western Road. Rising above the tenements and plethora of shops and cafes, the 200ft spire of this Gothic Revival building overlooks Glasgow.For more information please go…