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A GUIDED WALK with Elizabeth Pitts and Susanne Hall : Thursday 8th September at 2:30pm.Meet outside the Scout Hall in Ferry Road at 2:30pm. Booking is not necessary.Duration 1.5 hrsOld Kilpatrick's storyCome and explore fascinating local history, not…

Enjoy hearing about the history of tearooms in Glasgow, the amazing stories behind the buildings, the architecture and innovation which led to the success of the partnership between Charles Rennie Mackintosh and Kate Cranston.�

This is a tale of two towns. Explore the history and architecture of Glasgow's Medieval City. The tour will look at, and explore the fascinating history of sites such as ; the puddle dubs, the old pedagogy and Eist Barras Yett along with Glasgow…

Join our tour guides on a trail of discovery along the paths, canal and river walkways through Maryhill. Discover the buildings that tell Maryhill's story from grand estate grounds to buzzing industrial police burgh to modern life. Limited disabled…

Delve into Charles Rennie Mackintosh�s city with The Glasgow School of Art�s knowledgeable tour guides. Uncover Mackintosh�s lesser known architectural gems alongside his impressive city centre commissions, work by the great Glasgow architects who…

Meeting point: 219 Sauchiehall Street Sainsbury's local, 219 Sauchiehall Street, G2 3EX Learn how Mackintosh transformed Sauchiehall Street elevations for Miss Cranston's finest Tea Room, see where he lived with Margaret Macdonald, and his work…

90mins Meeting point: Entrance to the Kibble Palace, Glasgow Botanic Gardens Corner Great Western and Byres Roads, G12 0UE Join horticulturist and natural dyer Julia Billings for a walk exploring the dye potential of some of the plants growing…

Guided by experts, you will trace the history of the Laurieston neighbourhood, its importance for the character of Glasgow, its decline, redevelopment with high rise blocks and its renaissance based new housing and green spaces, which builds from the…

In the 18th century most Glaswegians supported the Hanoverian Kings, but a small group of citizens played a significant role in Jacobite intrigue, fighting on the opposing side at Killicrankie, Sheriffmuir and Culloden. This walk explains their…

90minsMeeting point: At reception at Maryhill Burgh Halls10-24 Gairbraid Avenue, G20 8YE Discover the buildings which reveal Maryhill's story from country side estate to industrial burgh. Once a vast expanse of fields and greenery, Maryhill…

Alexander Dennistoun had a vision to build a residential suburb. He employed architect James Salmon to produce a masterplan of the area with villas, terraces and gardens, some of which form the Dennistoun Conservation Area. Advanced booking…

90mins. Meeting point: On Clarence Drive at Dudley Drive Ann Laird, chairman of Friends of Glasgow West and local history author, tours the elegant architecture of this highly planned Edwardian development of red sandstone tenements. Includes…

The tour will take in Water Row, the edge of the Showpeople's yard, Harland Way alongside the river and culminating at the derelict historic graving docks (dry docks). Hear about proposals to bring the dry docks back to life. Limited disabled access.…

Form the 1880s onwards a half century of prosperity gave birth to some of Glasgow's finest buildings many lining the gridded streets of the City Centre. Join architect Niall Murphy for a walking tour exploring this Golden Age of architecture. Limited…

90minsMeeting point: Outside Starbucks Coffee, Charing Cross, 10 St George's Rd, Charing Cross Mansions, G3 6UJ In this engaging tour, designed for built environment professionals or anyone interested in our City's heritage, we will visit key…

For younger students of architectural heritage, and their attendant adults, Ronnie Scott will lead an exciting safari through the city centre on the trail of sculptures of animals in and on Glasgow buildings. One adult per child, please. Bring…

�90mins Meeting point: Duke of Wellington statue,�Royal Exchange Square, G1 3AJA guided walk with a light lunch. A brief look at the history of hospitality in Glasgow focusing on the Merchant City. Led by food and travel writer Andrea Pearson…

Wed 13 Sep, 12pm; 180mins Meeting point: Duke of Wellington statue Royal Exchange Square, G1 3AJ A guided walk with good lunch and conversation. A look at the city's history of hospitality with edible illustrations. Led by food and travel writer…

Meeting point: The Lighthouse,�11 Mitchell Lane, G1 3NUJoin Niall Murphy of Glasgow City Heritage Trust on a tour showing how Glasgow evolved from the age of�the Scottish Enlightenment and as a result of the innovative works of the Glasgow City…

Meeting point: St Andrews in the Square 1 St Andrew's Square, Calton, G1 5PP Join Niall Murphy of Glasgow City Heritage Trust on a tour showing how Glasgow evolved from the age of the Scottish Enlightenment and as a result of the innovative works of…

Join Gemma Wild of Glasgow City Heritage Trust on a tour showing how Glasgow developed following the arrival of the Forth & Clyde Canal, the motorway of the 18th century.Please note the tour lasts approximately 2 hrs starting from Scottish Canals…

Join Niall Murphy of Glasgow City Heritage Trust on a tour showing how Glasgow evolved from its origins as a medieval city.�

Investigate Glasgow's illustrious industrial past and the city's distinct architectural language from the Victorian greats to Charles Rennie Mackintosh's innovative designs and the output of his contemporaries working in the Glasgow Style. Duration:…

Journey back to industrial Glasgow with GSA's talented student guides as they illuminate the city's wealth of built heritage. Discover Mackintosh and his contemporaries' unique 'Glasgow Style' through their architectural achievements and uncover…

Uncover contemporary public art, architecture and design to reveal Glasgow's remarkable creative regeneration. Explore artworks installed down hidden lanes, new architecture in the city and discover Glasgow's booming creative industries as GSA's…

Investigate the remarkable transformation of post industrial Glasgow as GSA's guides reveal cultural sites and artworks throughout the city. Through grassroots organisations and Turner Prize winning artists, witness the rise of Glasgow's…

Visit many of Glasgow's most iconic venues with an experienced photography tutor. Learn more about your camera and the city as you are guided through the best way to capture the sights of Glasgow.For the past 3 years Dreghorn Photography has been…

Within easy walking distance, the City Centre Mural Trail features a diverse and amazing range of street art, helping to rejuvenate streets and revitalise buildings and vacant sites. Expanding in scope since the first art work was produced in 2008,…

A fascinating boat trip on the canal in Glasgow. Crewed by volunteers from the Forth and Clyde Canal Society, come and explore the Canal and its place in the history of Glasgow.Please note this tour ends at Canal House, Applecross Street.Advanced…

This walk, guided by Stephen Mullen, takes the audience on an historical journey of discovery through the Merchant City to reveal connections with the built heritage, slavery and the abolition movement. Limited disabled access.Duration:75 mins.For…

Family fun! Make up and draw stories about the George Square statues. Children are given a photograph of their favourite statue with a bit about its history. In breathing life into these celebrated historical figures, children become aware of how…

George Square is the heart of Glasgow and central to its identity. But who is immortalised in the square, why were they chosen, and is there a pattern behind its evolution? Join architect Niall Murphy for a tour explaining the square. Duration: 2…

Tues 12 Sep 2017, 2pm; 120mins Meeting point: Bridgeton Cross Bridgeton Cross, G40 1BW A walk through some of the most significant radical history sites�in Glasgow's East City Centre, highlighting often forgotten events and people in the shaping of…

Meeting point: Outside Castlemilk Stables 59 Machrie Road, G45 0AZ Step back in time follow in the footsteps of the Stirling Stuarts as�we walk around what was once part�of the designed landscape, garden, pleasure grounds and now demolished…

Meeting Point: Under Central Station Clock Glasgow commemorates the 100th year anniversary of the First world war, by holding a walking tour of Central Glasgow. Exploring the places that connected the people of Glasgow to the war.…

A special tour, commemorating the 101st anniversary of the First World War. We will be highlighting monuments, stories and people connected to Central Glasgow in the First World War. Duration: 90 mins. For more information please go…

Join us on a journey through the historic markets of Glasgow. Sample foods ancient and modern as we eat our way through the city, culminating in a traditional poke of fish and chips in the magnificent former fishmarket, The Briggait!�

Explore the heritage of Dumbreck & Hazelwood on this tour from House for an Art Lover, via the Category A Listed Craigie Hall, to Hazelwood House.The A-listed Craigiehall House was built in 1872 for the 3rd son of a family from Plantation. He…

From the Broomielaw to the SECC and from Pacific Quay to Kingston rediscover the old docks and quays that lined the River Clyde. Learn what types of vessels operated from each quay and where they went. Marvel at pictures of what the docklands used to…

Alexander Dennistoun commissioned a grand design from James Salmon for a new middle class suburb. However, as the 19th century ended, pressure to house Glasgow's influx of workers forced higher density development creating the community's…

Sir Joseph Paxton designed Queen's Park with a surrounding area of villas. As built, the area has villas, tenements and schools, many designed by Glasgow architects.Tour with Roger Guthrie looking at a selection of these listed buildings.

Sir Joseph Paxton designed Queens Park as a park with a surrounding area of villas. As built the area has villas tenements churches and schools many designed by Glasgow architects. Tour with Roger Guthrie looking at a selection of these listed…

Go "behind the scenes" of central Glasgow on this guided walk, led by�historian Dr Ronnie Scott, from the ancient Cross to the Style Mile. See the familiar from an unfamiliar point of view, and discover some often overlooked aspects of the city…

Explore the city's unique artistic regeneration and booming creative industries through innovative public artworks and bold new architecture. Delve in to the thriving contemporary arts scene, view vibrant galleries and find hidden artworks installed…

Discover the buildings which reveal Maryhill's story from countryside estate to industrial burgh on our guided talk.Booking essentialhttp://glasgowdoorsopenday.com/event/canal-walk/

Enjoy a walk round Calton led by Peter Mortimer and experience the history of the weaving industry in this ancient Glasgow district. Admire the architecture of Glasgow Cross and St Andrew's Square and witness the Barras Street Market. Advance booking…

Sun 17 Sep 2017, 2pm; 90mins Meeting point: People's Palace Glasgow Green Discover the rich history of Bridgeton as Peter Mortimer leads you on�this walk taking in such treasures as Greenhead Works, Templeton's Olympia Cinema, the Umbrella at…

Just over seven hundred years ago a stormy Scottish night in 1286 was the catalyst that shaped the course of Scottish politics, changing the lives of many millions in the process. This is the story of Robert Wishart, Bishop of Glasgow. Duration: 40…

Visit Barras Market Area and explore the fascinating charms of the Barras including: Barrowland Ballroom, iconic neon sign, old clay pipe factory, cobbled lanes, oldest chippy in Glasgow, St Alphonsus Church, Heilan Jessie & Tollbooth - Glasgow…

Ann Laird leads a walk through the Victorian era of Byres Road. In 1850, it was a country track; 40 years later, a busy and fashionable city street offering every amenity to thousands of Victorians: churches, shops, stabling, trams, underground,…

A walk & talk through Edinburgh's Old Town taking in recent developments.��

This trail covers a wide range of history of Dumbarton and the Vale of Leven. Bridges, glass production, textile industries such as Turkey Red, Robert the Bruce's retirement home and other surprises. Local historian, David Harvie, is an authority on…

Levengrove Park, in Dumbarton, is located on a dramatic stretch of land where the River Leven meets the estuary of the River Clyde. It has impressive views across the Clyde to Renfrewshire and to the adjacent town and Dumbarton Rock on the other side…

From Romans until the Industrial Revolution in Duntocher and Hardgate.On the 7th July 2008 the Antonine Wall was listed as an extension to the World Heritage Site The Frontiers of the Roman Empire, by UNESCO, joining Hadrian's Wall and the Limes…

The Romans built the Antonine Wall near here in 142A.D.before retreating to Hadrian's Wall after only 20 years.Farming communities and villages such as Faifley, Hardgate and Duntocher had begun to develop along the line of the Roman Wall.The Forth…

Discover Glasgow's massive radicalisation during World War I: with women to the fore, suffragettes, peace campaigners, rent strikers and industrial workers united in struggle.You will visit sites where many strands of radical activism came together…

Sample heritage and culture from prehistoric times, meeting 19th century benefactors, and remembering those who died on the SS Daphne and World War I. Learn too about the wildlife visitors to the Park.Discover with local guides past present and…

The walk is approximately 3 miles, on towpaths and footpaths.Looking at traces of the industry still visible in the buildings of the Old Town.Scotland's Canals played a defining role in the history of the Industrial Age of Great Britain and Ireland…

Join Scottish Waterways Trust around the Forth & Clyde Canal to learn about the Botany, boat building and Birthday of the canal.

See the city through new eyes on this tour above, through and under the M8 motorway from Anderston to Stow College, with Architect, Urbanist and photographer Dan Dubowitz and Glasgow Historian Fergus Sutherland.

See the city from a new perspective on this tour exploring the geology and origins of the rocks cladding many of Glasgow�s central buildings.Much of the stone used in the construction and cladding of the buildings in Glasgow was initially quarried in…

Glasgow's most modern further education campus, designed for built environment professionals or anyone interested in our City's education landscape. Over 130,000 students from 135 different countries have chosen Glasgow as their place of study. What…

A lively tour of Springburn Park and Winter Gardens will take you through the story of Springburn, covering its heritage and history - from the Reid Family and locomotives to the future plans for the Category A listed Winter Gardens.Springburn Park…

Stroll through 200 years of history! Our expert guides reveal the hidden industrial past of the River Kelvin Bridges. Perfect for all ages, the experience tells the engineering history of the bridges and their impact on history and culture.��

The project architects from Collective Architecture have led the final phases of the regeneration of Anderston, following the newly accessible and reinstated Argyle Street. This city centre area of Glasgow has undergone significant redevelopment over…

Hear the story of Neale Thomson - outside his home, his bakery, and on the site of �Greek� Thomson cottages where he housed his bakers. Find out about his business and the baking of the once renowned Crossmyloof Bread!Little known philanthropist…

Celebrating the work of Mary Barbour and the women who made up her army, this guided artwalk employs humour, graffiti, & banners! Learn about campaigners for the 1915 Rent Strikes and other protests � in their own words.You will hear the stories…

A historical mental meander through some of the lairs of the Gorbals' very own "City of the Dead". Join the Happy Reaper and visit the graves of characters including Sir Thomas Lipton and Alexander "Greek" Thomson. The Southern Necropolis was opened…

Discover a city of glass on this 10k walk from the Botanic Gardens to the Peoples' Palace and experience the city from a new perspective. Glasgow has some remarkable glass structured buildings - the GLASSGOW walk, which is approximately 10K, will…

Visit hidden historic sites and sample food and drink from some of the best independent eateries in town with food and travel writer Andrea Pearson (The List Eating and Drinking Guide, The Herald).The story of the city told through food and…

Join the Friends of Glasgow Necropolis for friendly, informative tours of this magnificent cemetery. Hear the stories within the gates of those who made Glasgow the Second City of the Empire.The Friends of Glasgow Necropolis are delighted to once…

Glasgow's printing industry dates back to the 17th century. Explore the history of Glasgow in Print. The buildings and places linked to the production of books, newspapers and other forms of print. Most of Glasgow's best known printing firms date…

Visit sites linked to movements and figures associated with Irish Republicanism and the 1816 Easter Rising, from the Gallowgate to Midland St, on this walk led by historian Stephen Coyle.The story of Glasgow's Clyde Bridges in many ways reflects the…

A walk through some of the most significant sites in Glasgow's radical history, highlighting often forgotten events and personalities in the shaping of Red Clydeside. You will visit sites and memorials marking radical, socialist and trade union…

Join Nick Haynes from Docomomo Scotland for a walking tour of the University of Glasgow's 20th century buildings at Gilmorehill and Hillhead. Learn about the two main periods of University expansion in the 20th century and take the opportunity to…

Learn about the history of the Stuart family through a guided walk in their designed landscape which is Castlemilk Park.

Step back in time to 1938 when Bellahouston Park hosted the Empire Exhibition, a colossal modernist celebration of industry, architecture and engineering which attracted 13 million visitors.For six months in 1938 Bellahouston Park was transformed…

A walk led by a Scottish Tourist Guide Association Blue Badge Guide exploring some of Edinburgh's Buildings of Architectural Interest.�NB: This walk will operate 4 times over the Doors Open Days weekend

Hear stories of feisty activists, radical change-makers, weavers and witches on this fascinating guided women�s heritage walk to the heart of Glasgow�s East End.The women of the East End have always had to be resourceful and industrious simply to…

Alexander Dennistoun had a vision to build a residential suburb. Architect, James Salmon, produced a masterplan with villas, terraces and gardens which form the Dennistoun Conservation Area - the main area of our tour.Alexander Dennistoun employed…

Take a tour through 18th Century Glasgow! This guided walk along the River Clyde will open your eyes to the engineering superheroes who designed and built these amazing bridges. Engaging and entertaining for all ages, the tour ends in Broomielaw. The…

Within easy walking distance, the City Centre Mural Trail features a diverse and amazing range of street art, helping to rejuvenate streets and revitalise buildings and vacant sites. Join this tour to find out more. Expanding in scope since the first…

A walk round the city centre of Glasgow looking at examples of brutalist and post-modern architecture. Glasgow has changed a lot in recent years and the Le Corbusier "beton brut" style of architecture that was so popular in post-war Britain is now…

Discover how Broomhill has developed since 1850. Witness its many fine buildings and its hidden railway. Broomhill is sandwiched between Partick, Hyndland and Victoria Park. The trail starts at the easily accessible Hyndland station and goes in a…

Visit Barras Market Area and explore the fascinating charms of the Barras including: the iconic Ballroom sign, Old Clay Pipe Factory, Cobbled Lanes, St Alphonsus Church, Heilan Jessie & Tolbooth, Glasgow's Execution Site.

Founded in Edinburgh in 1919, the Steiner School occupies a range of bespoke and adapted child-friendly buildings, including the unhurried, purpose-built Kindergarten for the Early Years and newly converted 19th Century coach house which houses…

The shop is one of the last surviving weaver's workshops in Kirkintilloch. Until about 1900 looms for six weavers were accommodated here, with weavers' families living on the floor above. After the looms were removed the vacant space served many…

Built in the 19th century, this smoke house, in Mason’s Wynd, between the Masonic Lodge and the Museum, has been in the ownership of the same family for over 100 years. On the ridge of the pantiled roof is a wooden louvered ventilator which…

Vogrie Mansion House, office base of Midlothian Councils Ranger Service

Based in a former church dating back to 1849, VisionPK provides specialist support for blind and partially sighted, deaf and hard of hearing people of all ages in Perth & Kinross. Following its role as a place of worship, the building has been…

As a part of our project “Scanning The Horizon” we have created virtual tours to improve access to our collection. Thanks to 360° photography you can now enjoy tours of our vessels from the comfort of your own home! Move between panoramas to explore…

As a part of our project “Scanning The Horizon” we have created virtual tours to improve access to our collection. Thanks to 360° photography you can now enjoy tours of our vessels from the comfort of your own home! Move between panoramas to explore…

As a part of our project “Scanning The Horizon” we have created virtual tours to improve access to our collection. Thanks to 360° photography you can now enjoy tours of our vessels from the comfort of your own home! Move between panoramas to explore…

Take a tour! Recreating the Village Bay of St Kilda as it would have looked, enables a better understanding of how the island was and the way of life, around 1890. before the island was evacuated on 29 August 1930.

Moredun Top Hillfort located on Moncreiffe Hill near Perth, Scotland. The site of an Iron Age fort. For more information: http://www.taylp.org/archaeology-projects/hillforts-seats-of-power/

Moredun Top Hillfort located on Moncreiffe Hill near Perth, Scotland. The site of an Iron Age fort. For more information: http://www.taylp.org/archaeology-projects/hillforts-seats-of-power/

Abernethy is a village in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, situated 8 mi south-east of Perth. It has one of Scotland's two surviving Irish-style round towers. The round tower is approx. 22 metres high and has an internal diameter of 2.515 metres. The…

Abernethy is a village in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, situated 8 mi south-east of Perth. It has one of Scotland's two surviving Irish-style round towers. The round tower is approx. 22 metres high and has an internal diameter of 2.515 metres. The…