Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival 2018

10–16th September 2018 Get into buildings and enjoy free events.

115 Open Buildings. Guided Walks, Talks, Events & Children’s Activities. glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

HELLO Now in its 29th year, Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival is back to throw open the doors of the city in celebration of Glasgow’s architecture, culture and heritage.

Join us 10-16th September to explore some of the city’s iconic historic buildings and architectural gems, and to go behind the scenes of theatres, working factories, distilleries and more! Discover your inner urban explorer on our guided walks, get hands on with workshops and delve into the history and future of this dear green place with our programme of talks.

Happy exploring!

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THINGS TO KNOW All of our events are FREE to attend, however some need to be booked in advance. Booking opens at 10am on 22nd August. Advance booking is required for some building tours, walks, talks and special events – see individual entries for booking instructions. Most events can be booked via www.glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk Don’t forget to check out the national programme of Doors Open Days happening across the whole of Scotland throughout September at www.doorsopendays.org.uk We’re also part of the Festival of Architecture 2018!

Every effort was made to ensure details in this brochure were correct at the time of going to print, but the programme is subject to change.

For updates please check www.glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk, sign up to our mailing list and follow us on social media. @GlasgowDoorsOpenDays @GlasgowDOD @glasgowdoorsopendaysfestival Visitors entering buildings do so at their own risk. Please take care! Neither Glasgow Building Preservation Trust nor participating buildings are responsible for any accidents or damage incurred.

Timing Check individual listings for opening hours and times.

Access Wheelchair accessibility is indicated in each building listing using symbols. If listed as limited access, some areas of the building will be accessible for wheelchair users and other parts will not be. An accessibility guide is available on our website which includes a list of fully accessible venues, as well as more detailed access information for each venue.

Electronic Notetaking will be available for a number of talks at our pop-up festival hub at Anderston Kelvingrove Parish Church. Please visit our website or view the access guide for details. This will be viewable by all audience members.

For the Family The majority of buildings and events are fun for children. We’ve featured some family activity highlights on page 48-50. A dedicated children’s programme is distributed in August and will also be available online. For details on where you can pick up a printed version visit www.glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk Getting around We’ve teamed up with the Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust to put on special Glasgow Doors Open Days buses on Sat 15th and Sun 16th!

To check the timetable and routes visit www.glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk Seats will be allocated on a first-come-first-served basis on the day.

Bike Free bike hire from South West Community Cycles on Sat 15th & Sun 16th, 10am-4pm.

Book via the SWCC website: www.southwestcommunitycycles.co.uk/events Train Travelling by train is one of the quickest and easiest ways to get around. ScotRail offer a range of great value tickets such as Kids Go Free (2 children can travel free with each adult) and the new Glasgow Days Out pass which includes 2 days of unlimited off-peak travel in and around Glasgow for just £34 for a family of 4. Remember that off-peak prices apply all day on Saturday and Sunday as well.

More info at www.scotrail.co.uk Other Public Transport Travelinescotland.com or call 0871 200 2233 All images featured in this brochure were taken by Jack Watts (unless otherwise stated). www.austen.works Design by Kat and Kirsty from Design by Zag www.designbyzag.com Children's illustrations by Sam Russell Walker www.samrussellwalker.com

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The Anchor Line Anderston Kelvingrove Parish Church Anniesland Court Arlington Baths Club The Back Garden Barmulloch Residents Centre - BCDC Bellahouston Demonstration Garden Open Day The Briggait Britannia Panopticon Music Hall Broomhill Hyndland Parish Church (Naseby Park Sanctuary) Buchanan Bridge Club Caledonia Road Church Camphill Gate Tenement Castlemilk Stables Central Gurdwara Singh Sabha Centre for Contemporary Arts The Citizen Building City Campus, City of Glasgow College City Halls and Old Fruitmarket Cloud Water Zen Centre Clydeport Building The Common Guild Dear Green Coffee Roasters Drygate Brewing Co The Engine Works Fairfield Flourish House Fossil Grove g1 George Square The Garment Factory Garnethill Synagogue The Glasgow Art Club Glasgow Cathedral Glasgow Central Mosque Glasgow City Chambers Glasgow City Free Church (St Vincent Street Church) Glasgow City Mission Glasgow Evangelical Church Glasgow Film Theatre Glasgow Gurdwara Guru Granth Sahib Sikh Sabha Glasgow International Airport Glasgow Museums Resource Centre Glasgow Press Glasgow Royal Concert Hall Glasgow Sheriff Court Glasgow Women’s Library Govan Old Church The Greek Thompson Sixty Steps Greenbank Garden Greyfriars Garden Hampden Bowling Club The Hidden Gardens Holmwood House 4

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House for an Art Lover Jordanhill School Kelvin Hall Kelvinside Hillhead Parish Church King's Theatre Kingsborough Sanctuary Broomhill Hyndland Parish Church Langside Halls Mackintosh Queen's Cross Church Maggie's Centre Maryhill Burgh Halls Trust The Merchants House of Glasgow Mitchell Library Napiershall Street Centre National Youth Orchestras of Scotland Offices and Event Space New Glasgow Society New Victoria Gardens Allotments Newlands South Church Norwoodville - Madrasa Taleem Ul Islam Old Central Police Court The Old Pumphouse, Clydeside Distillery Olympia Building Our Lady of Good Counsel Partick Curling Club Clubhouse Partickhill Bowling & Community Clubhouse and Green Pearce Institute The Pipe Factory Pollok House Pollokshaws Burgh Hall Trust Pollokshaws West Railway Station Provan Hall House Provand's Lordship 110 Queen Street Queen's Park Camera Club - Club Rooms Riverside Campus, City of Glasgow College Rockvilla, National Theatre of Scotland HQ Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow The Savings Bank Scottish Ballet Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre Shawmuir Lodge Shearer Candles Small Animal Hospital St Andrew’s House St Andrew's Metropolitan Cathedral St Charles Borromeo RC Church St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral Studio Pavilion STV SWG3 The Tall Ship at the Riverside Tennent’s Wellpark Brewery Theatre Royal Timorous Beasties Design Studio The Trades Hall of Glasgow Tramway Trinity House TS Queen Mary University of Glasgow Library West Boathouse Wilson-Macdonald House The Wolfson Centre/Cumbrae House Woodlands Workspace 5

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BUILDINGS BY AREA CENTRAL 1 The Anchor Line 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.

INFORMATION 12-16 St. Vincent Place, G1 2EU 1905-07, James Millar (Cat A) Fri-Sat 9am-12pm Sun 9am-5pm

2 The Briggait 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 exhibitions.

INFORMATION 141 Bridgegate, G1 5HZ 1873 & 2010, Clarke and Bell & Nicoll Russell Studios (Cat A) Mon-Fri 9.30am-5.30pm

3 Britannia Panopticon Music Hall Come and experience the world's oldest surviving music hall in the heart of Glasgow's Merchant City where Stan Laurel made his debut in 1906.

Find out about its incredible, quirky, and in some cases downright disgusting past.

INFORMATION 1st Floor, 117 Trongate, G1 5HD 1857, Thomas Gildard & Robert H. M. MacFarlane (Cat A) Mon-Sun 12pm-5pm. Tours available on request

4 Centre for Contemporary Arts The CCA has been at the centre of Glasgow’s art scene for 25 years. Its year-round programme includes exhibitions, film, music, literature, festivals, Gaelic and performance. Join a building tour or come to Take One Action's short film screenings.

INFORMATION 350 Sauchiehall Street, G2 3JD 1867-1868, Alexander “Greek” Thomson (Cat A) Mon-Thu 10am-12midnight, Fri-Sat 10am-1am, Sun 12pm-12midnight Tours: Sat 11am, Sun 1pm; 60 mins

5 NEW - The Citizen Building The former offices of Glasgow’s Evening Citizen newspaper are now The Citizen, a stylish bar and dining room. Enjoy photography and archive editions of the Evening Citizen alongside street art and paintings from some of Glasgow's greatest emerging stars.

INFORMATION 24 St. Vincent Place, G1 2EU 1885-1889, Thomas Lennox Watson (Cat A) Fri-Sun 9am-12pm

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6 City Halls and Old Fruitmarket A pair of gems in the Merchant City - City Halls, Glasgow's oldest purpose-built performance space has been entertaining visitors since 1841.

The adjoining Old Fruitmarket has been reborn as a music venue while still retaining its traditional market ambience.

INFORMATION Candleriggs, G1 1NQ Grand Hall opened in 1841, George Murray, Market complex designed in 1885, John Carrick Tours: Mon 2pm, Tue 11am; 45 mins Meeting point: Box Office at Candleriggs entrance Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

7 City Campus, City of Glasgow College Opened in Glasgow city centre 2016 as a sister site to the college’s Riverside Campus. Enjoy the impressive atrium space, and check out the simulated aircraft cabin, TV and radio studios, professional training kitchens and other worldclass facilities.

INFORMATION 190 Cathedral Street, G4 0RF 2016, Reiach and Hall Tours every hour: Mon, Wed & Fri 5pm-9pm, Sat 10am-5pm; 60 mins. Meeting point: Reception Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

8 NEW - Cloud Water Zen Centre, Gordon Chambers The Cloud Water Zen Centre opened in 2017 for people of any faith or belief. It offers a space for quiet meditation and reflection, set in an impressive 8 storey red sandstone building in the heart of Glasgow city centre.

INFORMATION Fifth Floor, 82 Mitchell St, G1 3NA 1903, Frank Burnet Sat-Sun 12pm-5pm Tours available on request; 15 mins Meeting point: Zen Centre reception (fifth floor)

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

INFORMATION 16 Robertson Street, G2 8DS 1883-86, Sir John James Burnet (Cat A) Sat 10am-4pm

10 NEW - Dear Green Coffee Roasters Dear Green Coffee Roasters are based in Glasgow’s East End. In this two-hour tour learn about the origins of coffee and hear Norry from Lost Glasgow spill the beans about the history of Glasgow’s coffee houses.

INFORMATION Glasgow Collective, 13-27 East Campbell St., G1 5DT Tour: Sat 10am; 120 mins Meeting point: Dear Green Roastery Booking essential- glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

11 NEW - g1 George Square Join architect Graham Forsyth from Cooper Cromar to hear about the inspiration behind the redevelopment of this Grade A listed former General Post Office Building which involved the construction of a new 10 storey building behind the retained Victorian façade.

An exclusive opportunity to enjoy views from the rooftop balcony.

INFORMATION 1 George Square (Cat A) Tours: Tue & Thu 6pm; 60 mins Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

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12 NEW - The Garment Factory 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.

INFORMATION 10 Montrose St, G1 1RE 1898 James Thomas Tours Mon, Wed & Fri 1pm; 30 mins Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

13 The Glasgow Art Club 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.

Painting demonstrations throughout the day.

INFORMATION 185 Bath Street, G1 5HD 1833, John Baird I, alterations and additions 1892 -1893, John Keppie and Charles Rennie Mackintosh (Cat A) Sat 10am-4pm

14 Garnethill Synagogue 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 Category A listed building features extensive high quality stained glass windows.

INFORMATION 129 Hill Street, G3 6UB 1879, John McLeod Sun 10am-4pm

15 Glasgow Cathedral 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.

INFORMATION Castle Street, G4 0QZ (Cat A) Mon-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 1pm-4pm Tours available every hour on request; 55 mins Meeting point: Society of Friends of Glasgow Cathedral Bookstall

16 Glasgow Central Mosque Glasgow Central Mosque is the first purposebuilt 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

INFORMATION 1 Mosque Avenue, G5 9TA Built: 1984 Sat-Sun 11am-5pm Tours: 11:30am, 12:30pm, 2:30pm, 3:30pm, 4:30pm; 45 mins Meeting point: Small Community Hall

17 Glasgow City Chambers 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.

INFORMATION 82 George Square, G2 1DU 1883, William Young (Cat A) Sun 10am-4pm

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18 Glasgow City Free Church (St Vincent St 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.

INFORMATION 265 St Vincent Street, G2 5QY 1859, Alexander "Greek" Thomson (Cat A) Sat 10am-4pm

19 Glasgow City Mission Tour Glasgow City Mission’s modern building and 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.

INFORMATION 20 Crimea Street, G2 8PW Sat 10am-4pm Tours: 10.15am, 11.15am, 12.15pm, 1.15pm, 2.15pm, 3.15pm; 45 mins Tour meeting point: Ground floor

20 Glasgow Evangelical Church Come and see the restored exterior and beautiful interior, entrance and sanctuary, of this Category A listed building. Admire the original stained-glass and Grade 1 historic pipe organ as well as award-winning modern stained-glass windows made by members.

INFORMATION 18/20 Cathedral Square, G4 0XA 1887, John Honeyman (Cat A) Sat 10am-4pm

21 Glasgow Film Theatre 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. Open for tours of the cinema and projection box.

INFORMATION 12 Rose St, G3 6RB 1937, James McKissack and WJ Anderson II (Cat B) Sun 10am-12.30pm Projection box tours: Every half hour; 30mins.

Tickets issued Sun 10am 1st come 1st served, max 2 per person. Tours: Every half hour; 30 mins.

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22 Glasgow Royal Concert Hall 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.

INFORMATION 2 Sauchiehall Street, G2 3NY 1988, Sir Leslie Martin Sun 11am-3pm Tours: Sun 11am and 2pm; 45 mins Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk Tour meeting point: GRCH Box Office

23 Glasgow Sheriff Court Category B listed, this imposing flagship building is the largest Court in the Estate for the Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service. Take this rare opportunity to visit the cells and see what’s inside a G4S transport vehicle.

INFORMATION 1 Carlton Place, G5 9DA 1986, Keppie Henderson and Partners (Cat B) Tours: Sat 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm; 45 mins Tour meeting point: Ground floor

24 Greyfriars Garden 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.

INFORMATION Shuttle Street, G1 1QA Opened in May 2012, ERZ Architects Wed-Fri 11am-2.30pm, Sat-Sun 10am-5pm

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25 King's Theatre 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 proud of its part in Glasgow’s pantomime tradition.

INFORMATION 297 Bath Street, G2 4JN 1904, Frank Matcham (Cat A) Tours: Sat 9am, 9.30am, 10am, 10.30am; 40 mins Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk Minimum age for participants is 8 years old.

26 The Merchants House of Glasgow 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 offices.

INFORMATION 7 West George Street, G2 1BA 1877, John Burnet, and his son John Burnet Jnr Sat 10am-3pm (last entry at 2.30pm)

27 Mitchell Library The Mitchell Library, with its distinctive copper dome, is Glasgow’s largest public library and one of its most famous landmarks. Pop in for the Mitchell Curious sessions (see Glasgow Life website for details) or book one of the tours to see behind the scenes.

INFORMATION North Street, G3 7DN 1911 (first extension completed 1963 and the St Andrew’s Halls incorporated in a third extension completed in 1981), William Brown Whitie (Cat B) Mon-Thur 9am-8pm & Fri-Sat 9am-9pm Tours: Tue & Thu 12.30pm Sat 10.30am, 12.30pm & 2.30pm; 60 mins Tour meeting point: Granville Street Let’s Talk Area Booking essential - www.eventbrite.com/e/mitchellopen-tours-tickets-45757452773?aff=es2

28 NEW - Old Central Police Courts A unique chance to see this historic court, prison and police station prior to renovation.

INFORMATION 54 St Andrew’s Square, G1 5PR 1903, Alexander Beith McDonald Tours: Sat-Sun 10am & 12pm; 45 mins Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk Minimum age for participants is 8 years old.

29 Provand's Lordship Dating from 1471, Provand’s Lordship is Glasgow’s oldest remaining house. Step back in time to see how Glasgow life has changed through the centuries. Outside, the medieval ‘Physic’ garden contains herbs and plants traditionally used to heal various parts of the body.

INFORMATION 3 Castle Street, G4 0RB (Cat A) 1859, Alexander "Greek" Thomson (Cat A) Tue-Thu 10am-5pm, Fri-Sun 11am-5pm Tours available on request; 30 mins

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30 NEW - 110 Queen Street Join an exclusive architect-led tour with Graham Forsyth from Cooper Cromar to find out more about this contemporary architectural response to the site of the 1839 David and James Hamilton building. Take this opportunity to travel up to an 8th floor balcony to see views down Queen Street.

INFORMATION 110 Queen Street 1839, David & James Hamilton; Cooper Cromar Tours: Tue & Thu 7pm; 40 mins Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

31 Riverside Campus, City of Glasgow College Riverside Campus is the most modern and technologically advanced maritime campus of all 230 such colleges anywhere in the world.

It has won 12 architectural and design awards and was shortlisted for architecture’s most prestigious accolade, the RIBA Stirling Prize.

INFORMATION 21 Thistle Street Glasgow, G5 9XB 2015, Reiach and Hall Tours: Every hour; Tue & Thu 5pm-9pm, Sun 10am-5pm; 60 mins Tour meeting point: Reception Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

32 Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow 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.

INFORMATION 232-242 St Vincent Street, G2 5RJ Built: 1820; additions in 1893 (Cat B) Sun 10am-4pm Tours: Mon 2pm, 3pm & 4pm; 45 mins Tour meeting point: Reception Booking essential for tours glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

33 NEW - St Andrew's House This Category A listed Brutalist building, part of the Cowcaddens emergency services area, is dominated by the red cross of St Andrew's First Aid. Inside, look out for Modernist features like the remarkable Lubetkin cantilevered staircase and vertical timber panels.

INFORMATION 48 Milton Street, G4 0HR 1966-70, Skinner, Bailey & Lubetkin Tours: Every half hour on Mon 6pm-8pm, Sat-Sun 11am–3pm; 20 mins Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

34 St Andrew's Metropolitan Cathedral Glasgow's first post-Reformation Catholic Church has stunning décor 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 the Arandora Star tragedy.

INFORMATION Clyde Street, G1 4JY 22nd December 1816, James Gillespie Graham and Page\Park (renovated in 2011) (Cat A) Sat 2pm-4pm Sun 10am-4pm (Mass 10am & 12pm) Tours: Cathedral: Sat 2pm & 3pm, Sun 1.15pm, 2.30pm & 3.30pm; 30 mins Cloister Garden: Available on demand Wed 11am-2pm, Sat 2pm-4pm, Sun 10am-4pm; 30 mins Tour meeting point: Main entrance

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35 Theatre Royal The Theatre Royal is the performance home to both Scottish Opera and Scottish Ballet and a host to a variety of visiting performances. See how the dramatic extension to the foyer has transformed the building, and enjoy the views from the outdoor roof terrace.

INFORMATION 282 Hope Street, G2 3QA 1867, George Bell, Charles Phipps and Page\Park (Cat A) Sun 10am-4pm Tours: (booking essential) Sat 10am, 10.30am, 11am, 11.30am; 40 mins Tour meeting point: Foyer Booking for tours - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

36 The Trades Hall of Glasgow View the historic interiors of this magnificent Adam-designed building and learn about the second oldest building in Glasgow still used for its original purpose. Experience the work of Glasgow’s traditional trades and view artefacts in the museum, which was originally a Free Trades School.

INFORMATION 85 Glassford Street, G1 1UH 1794, Robert Adam, 1837-8, David Hamilton and 1888, James Sellars Sat-Sun 10am-4pm Tours available on request; 30 mins Tour meeting point: Entrance foyer

37 NEW - The Wolfson Centre/Cumbrae House Your opportunity to see inside the wonderfully modernised Prince’s Trust Wolfson Centre and learn more about the courses and opportunities we offer for young people aged 11-30.

INFORMATION The Prince's Trust Wolfson Centre, Cumbrae House, 15 Carlton Court, G5 9JP 1937, Launcelot Hugh Ross (Cat B) Sat-Sun 10am-4pm

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BUILDINGS BY AREA NORTH 38 NEW - The Engine Works The recently restored Engine Works is steeped in history and played a substantial part in Maryhill's industrial past. The Engine Room houses an electrically powered Royce Ltd crane, designed by automotive pioneer Sir Henry Royce of Rolls-Royce.

INFORMATION 23 - 25 Lochburn Rd, G20 9AE Built: 1843 Tours on the hour Mon-Sun 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm; 30 mins Meeting point: Front of the building

39 The Greek Thomson Sixty Steps Visit “Greek” Thomson's only structural project with its sixty-step staircase sweeping round an immense retaining wall. See the recently reclaimed pleasure garden, and look down into the Kelvin valley from the renovated 'Belle Vue' pillared viewing area.

INFORMATION Queen Margaret Road, G20 6DP 1872, Alexander “Greek” Thomson (Cat B) Sat-Sun 12-5pm

40 Mackintosh Queens Cross Church 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 now the headquarters of the Mackintosh Society.

INFORMATION 870 Garscube Road, G20 7EL 1897 – 1899, Charles Rennie Mackintosh Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 11am-4pm

41 Maryhill Burgh Halls 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.

INFORMATION 10 - 24 Gairbraid Avenue, G20 8YE 1878, Duncan McNaughtan Sat-Sun 10am-4pm Tours: 11am & 2pm; 60 mins Meeting point: Reception Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

42 NEW - Napiershall Street Centre Once Napiershall Public School, the Napiershall Street Centre is now home to a variety of community groups and other organisations.

Admire its many original features and find out how different organisations are re-using the old classrooms to serve the community.

INFORMATION 39 Napiershall Street, G20 6EZ 1890, Robert Alexander Bryden Thu & Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 2-5pm Tours: Thu-Fri, 11am & 3pm, Sat 3pm; 30 mins Meeting point: Reception Booking essential for tours doorsopenday@wsrec.co.uk, 0141 337 6626.

43 Rockvilla, National Theatre of Scotland HQ A unique chance to see behind the scenes at Rockvilla, National Theatre of Scotland's new rehearsal and technical centre. Meet the team and take an interactive tour of the building with introductions to technical theatre, exhibits, workshops and a talk.

INFORMATION 125 Craighall Road, G4 9TL 2017, Hoskins Sat 10am-5pm Tours: 10am, 11am, 12pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm; 45mins. Meeting point: Reception.

Booking essential for tours glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

44 Small Animal Hospital Behind the scenes tour of the University of Glasgow’s award-winning purpose-built Small Animal Hospital. The hospital is one of the most sophisticated in Europe and is a flagship for the School of Veterinary Medicine.

INFORMATION Bearsden Road, G61 1BD 2009, Archiel Tours: Every half hour Sat 10am-4pm; 30 mins.

Meeting point: Reception Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

45 NEW - Saint Charles Borromeo RC Church St Charles RC Church was designed by Isi Metztein and Andy Macmillan for renowned Glasgow architects Gillespie, Kidd and Coia.

Discover fine interior details like Stations of the Cross by Glasgow sculptor Benno Schotz and silver dove sculpture by Walter Pritchard.

INFORMATION 1 Kelvinside Gardens, G20 6BG 1960, Gillespie, Kidd & Coia Tue-Wed 12noon-2pm

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BUILDINGS BY AREA EAST 46 NEW - Barmulloch Resident’s Centre - BCDC The new Barmulloch Residents' Centre opened in 2017 to provide flexible activity spaces to meet the needs and aspirations of local residents. Find out more about the building’s innovative and sustainable design as a landmark community hub.

INFORMATION 54 Quarrywood Road, G21 3ET 2017, Collective Architecture Mon-Fri 9am-5pm Sat 9am-2pm Sun 10am-2pm

47 Drygate Brewery Visit the UK’s first experiential brewery creating fresh, award-winning beer under the iconic Seven Peaks of 85 Drygate. Join an informal and informative brewery tour to learn about Glasgow’s brewing history, Drygate’s microbrewery and even how to brew your own beer.

INFORMATION 85 Drygate, G4 0UT Tours: On the hour Sat-Sun 12pm-5pm; 30 mins.

Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

48 Glasgow Women’s Library Visit the beautiful Category B listed Carnegie Library, now home to the worldfamous Glasgow Women's Library since 2013. Find out about the library, archive and its programme of year round events dedicated to women’s lives, histories and achievements.

INFORMATION 23 Landressy Street, G40 1BP 1906 (refurbished 2015), James Rhind; Collective Architecture (Cat B) Mon-Wed & Fri 9.30am-5pm, Thu 9.30am-7.30pm, Sat-Sun 12pm-4pm Tours: Mon-Fri 1pm (Tue 1pm Get to Know GWL: Building Tour of GWL in Urdu), (Thu 1pm & 6pm (Get to Know GWL: Building Tour in Farsi)), Sat 3pm, Sun 2pm (Opening the Doors to our Archive & Museum Stores Tour) & 3pm; 45 mins

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49 Olympia Building The B-listed Olympia Building began life in 1911 as the Olympia Theatre of Varieties, and is now home to the Olympia Social Research Hub as well as Bridgeton Library and Scotland's first British Film Institute (BFI) Mediatheque. You are invited to the top floor to learn about health and life in Glasgow, the building's history, and take in the panoramic city views.

INFORMATION 2-16 Orr Street, Bridgeton Cross G40 2QH 1911, George Arthur and Son, 2012, Page\Park Architects Tours: Tue & Thu 5.30pm Sat 11am & 12pm; 45 mins Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

50 NEW - Our Lady of Good Counsel An extraordinary Category A listed modernist building designed by Gillespie, Kidd and Coia and nestled amongst traditional tenements in Dennistoun. Discover what is under the soaring roof of this working building, still owned and run by the Roman Catholic Church.

INFORMATION 60 Craigpark, G31 2NN 1964-65 Gillespie, Kidd and Coia (Cat A) Sat 11am-5pm, Sun 12pm-5pm

51 The Pipe Factory A chance to explore this important building, built in 1877 as a clay pipe factory and now housing a burgeoning contemporary arts space.

INFORMATION 42 Bain Street, G20 4LA 1877 Matthew Forsyth (Cat B) Sat-Sun 12-5pm. Tour: Sat 2pm; 30 mins

52 Provan Hall House Dating from the 15th century, Provan Hall is one of Glasgow's oldest buildings. Tour this fortified mansion house and its gardens in Auchinlea Park, learn about its rich history and enjoy a host of activities.

INFORMATION Auchinlea Park, Easterhouse, G32 9PQ 15th century (Cat A) Sat-Sun 11am-4pm

53 Tennent’s Wellpark Brewery Wellpark Brewery’s revamped visitor experience goes behind the doors of Tennent’s lager, including personal stories from staff from over the centuries, a look back on iconic marketing campaigns from years gone by and topped off with a tasting experience of Scotland’s favourite beer.

INFORMATION 161 Duke St, G31 1JD Tours: Mon-Fri 10am, Sat 11am; 90 mins.

Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

54 West Boathouse Come and learn about the sporting heritage of Glasgow's oldest rowing club. Hear about plans for the rejuvenation of the West Boathouse or get out on the Clyde and see the historic timber frame clubhouse from the river. Rower taster sessions are available on request for ages 12 and over.

INFORMATION The Weir, Glasgow Green, G1 5QA 1905 A.B. McDonald, Glasgow Corporation Office of Public Works Sat-Sun 10am-4pm Tours available on request

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BUILDINGS BY AREA SOUTH 55 Bellahouston Demonstration Garden The garden is a unique place for schools, groups and the wider community to learn and grow. Discover how this safe and secure walled garden setting is improving health and participation as well as providing locally-grown seasonal produce.

INFORMATION Bellahouston Park, 36 Dumbreck Rd, G41 5LN Thu 12pm-5pm

56 Caledonia Road Church Explore 'freespace', activated by WAVEparticle as a space for the local community and artists.

Attend ‘The Happenstance’ exhibition or simply come and have a look at this striking “Greek” Thomson church which was burnt out in 1965.

INFORMATION Caledonia Road, G5 0SG 1856, Alexander "Greek" Thomson (Cat A) Sat 2pm-6pm

57 Camphill Gate Tenement A rare opportunity to see this unique 'Glasgow'style tenement built in 1906, and the first to be built with fireproofing. Learn about the history of this innovative building, and enjoy the stunning views from the private roof garden.

INFORMATION 996 Pollokshaws Road, G41 2HA 1906, John Nisbet (Cat B) Sat-Sun 11am-6pm Tours available on the hour; 20 mins

58 Castlemilk Stables 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 beautifully restored former stables block.

INFORMATION 59 Machrie Road, Castlemilk, G45 0AZ 1790, David Hamilton (alteration 2007, Elder and Cannon) Wed 2-5pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-1pm Tours available on the hour; 30 mins

59 Fairfield Come and learn about the Clyde’s great shipbuilding history in the Category A-listed former headquarters of Fairfield shipyard.

See the grand boardroom where the Queen would have been received, and learn about the building’s prestigious maritime heritage.

INFORMATION 1048 Govan Road, Govan, G51 4XS 1890, Honeyman and Keppie (Cat A) Mon-Sun 10am-5pm Tours available on request; 30 mins Tour meeting point: Entrance hall

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60 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.

INFORMATION 37 Albert Drive, G41 2PE 2013, CRGP Tours on the hour; Fri 10am-4pm Sat 10am-4pm; 40 mins Booking essential for Friday tours – 0141 423 8288, glasgowgurdwara@hotmail.co.uk

61 Glasgow Museums Resource Centre Glasgow Museums can only display a fraction of the collections at any one time, so the rest is stored at Glasgow Museums Resource Centre (GMRC). The vast collection of objects from around the world contains everything from armour to zebras. There’s something for everyone!

INFORMATION 200 Woodhead Road, South Nitshill, G53 7NN 2003-2009 Civic Design and Glasgow City Council Tours every half hour: Sat 10.30am–2.30pm, Sun 11.30am–2.30pm; 60 mins Booking essential - 0141 276 9300, GMRCBookings@glasgowlife.org.uk

62 NEW - Glasgow Press 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.

INFORMATION Glasgow Press, No6/21 Clydebrae Street, G51 2AJ Sat 10am-4pm Tours available on request

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

INFORMATION 866 Govan Road, G51 3UU 1888, Robert Rowand Anderson (Cat A) Mon-Fri 11am-5pm, Sat-Sun 10am-5pm Tours available on request; 20 mins

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64 NEW - Greenbank Gardens Built for merchant Robert Allason in the 1760s, Greenbank Garden is an impressive celebration of west coast domestic gardening, featuring more than 3,600 named species of plants.

Visitors can take a stroll around the garden or relax by the soothing water feature.

INFORMATION Flenders Road, Clarkston G76 8RB Est. 1760s, ornamental planting began in the garden in the 1840s Sat-Sun 2-4pm

65 NEW - Hampden Bowling Club Come along and discover 1st Hampden, the world's first purpose-built international football ground made for Scotland and Queens Park FC in 1873. Hampden Bowling Club now occupies this sporting site and continues to use the original pavilion from the first Hampden Park.

INFORMATION 10 Kingsley Avenue, G42 8BU 1st Hampden 1873-1884.

Hampden Bowling Club Est. 1905 Fri & Sun 10am-3.30pm

66 The Hidden Gardens Discover how the old Coplawhill Tramworks has been transformed into a lush green haven, a sanctuary for humans and wildlife alike. A work of art in themselves, the gardens also host art works and artistic activities, alongside their neighbour, the Tramway.

INFORMATION 25a Albert Drive (access via Tramway), G41 2PE 2003, City Design Co-operative Tue-Thu 10am-5pm, Fri-Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 12pm-6pm Tours Sat 1pm, 2pm, 3pm; 40 mins

67 Holmwood House Holmwood is a detached house designed by renowned architect Alexander “Greek” Thomson. Masterfully designed but surprisingly cosy, Holmwood is a family home with grand imagination behind it. Visit this inspiring setting to see how the other half lived.

INFORMATION 61-63 Netherlee Road, Cathcart, G44 3YU 1858 Alexander “Greek” Thomson (Cat A) Sat-Sun 12pm-5pm

68 House for an Art Lover 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 Mackintosh designs.

INFORMATION Bellahouston Park, 10 Dumbreck Road, G41 5BW 1996, Charles Rennie Mackintosh Fri-Sun 9am-12.30pm Tours Fri-Sat 9.30am & 11.15am, Sun 9am & 11.15am; 45 mins.

69 NEW - Langside Halls Originally the National Bank of Scotland in Queen Street, Langside Halls was dismantled and moved brick by brick to its present location in 1902-03. Take a tour of this unique building, and learn about its architecture, sculptures and history.

INFORMATION 5 Langside Ave, G41 2QR 1847 (relocated in 1902/1903), John Gibson (Cat A) Sat-Sun 10am-4pm Tours on the hour; 20 mins

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70 NEW - Newlands South Church Impressive perpendicular Gothic revival style church with beautiful WW1 memorial stained glass windows. Explore our recently discovered WW1 archives, and hear music played by talented young people. See how the building has evolved into a thriving community space for over 20 multi-generational organisations.

INFORMATION 37 Riverside Road, G43 2EG 1899, Henry Edward Clifford (Cat B) Sat 10am-4pm

71 New Victoria Gardens Allotments No two allotments are the same - and this is very true at NVG. Celebrate the Year of Young People with A Scone and a Song in the tearoom - then a relaxing stroll into the secret gardens of Pollokshields!

INFORMATION Glenapp Street, Pollokshields G41 2LG Sat-Sun 12pm-4pm

72 Norwoodville- Madrasa Taleem Ul Islam Norwoodville is an iconic twin-pedimented villa in Pollokshields, now renovated as a Mosque and Madrasa. Discover unique ‘Thomsonesque’ features such as an alcove decorated with an intricate mirror mosaic. Browse the mini exhibition, learn about the Mosque and enjoy some tasty snacks.

INFORMATION 161 Nithsdale Rd, G41 5QS 1878 Sat-Sun 10am-4pm

73 Pearce Institute The Pearce Institute was gifted to the working men and women of Govan by Lady Pearce in 1906. Explore this much-loved Category A listed building, browse the many photographs of the PI over the years, and learn about the characters that made Govan great.

INFORMATION 840-860 Govan Road, G51 3UU 1906, Sir Robert Rowand Anderson (Cat A) Mon – Thu 9am-9pm, Fri 9am-6pm, Sat 9am-5pm.

Tour Sat 10am; 30 mins Meeting point: Reception

74 Pollok House Pollok House is the ancestral home of the Maxwell family, from around 1752. See one of the finest collections of Spanish art in the UK, together with fine Edwardian furniture and furnishings. Below the stairs, the servants’ quarters illustrate the reality of running a country house.

INFORMATION The National Trust for Scotland, 2060 Pollokshaws Road, G43 1AT 1752, Allan Dreghorn, alterations 1888-1908, Robert Rowand Anderson (Cat A) Sat-Sun 10am-5pm, last admission 4.30pm

75 Pollokshaws Burgh Hall 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 remarkable clock tower and original features, it also houses the last concertstandard Wurlitzer wind organ in Scotland.

INFORMATION 2025 Pollokshaws Road off Christian Street G43 1NE 1897/98 Sir Robert Rowand Anderson (Cat A) Mon-Sat 10am-5pm. Tours 10am; 45 mins

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76 Pollokshaws West Railway Station 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 bikerelated services and activities for locals.

INFORMATION 2092 Pollokshaws Road, G43 1AT 1848 (Renovated 2013) Tours: Sat-Sun 12pm & 2pm; 30 mins.

Booking essential - 0141 632 7155, 07968222406, margaret@southwestcommunitycycles.co.uk

77 Queen’s Park Camera Clubrooms Queen's Park Camera Club, formed in 1945, is Glasgow's longest surviving camera club where members share a passion for the art and science of photography. View prints and images depicting the club's work, and involvement with local projects.

INFORMATION 54 Millbrae Road, Queen’s Park, G42 9UG Sat-Sun 10am-4pm

78 The Savings Bank This former savings bank with fine Victorian features is now a beautifully-restored events space. The Savings Bank will tip its hat to its former owners and offer visitors a range of refreshments from virtuous teas and Greek platters to cocktails that will keep you royally flushed.

INFORMATION 67 Bridge St, G5 9JB 1888, John Gordon (Cat B) Fri-Sun 2pm-8pm Tours: Sat-Sun 3pm & 6pm; 30 mins

79 NEW - Scottish Ballet Follow in the footsteps of a dancer with a behind-the-scenes tour at Scottish Ballet’s purpose-built headquarters. Wander through Wardrobe, take a peek into Production, and see the studios where modern ballet is created and rehearsed.

INFORMATION Tramway, 25 Albert Drive, G41 2PE 2009, Malcolm Fraser Architects Tours: Sat every 30 mins 11am-4pm; 30mins Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

80 NEW - Shawmuir Lodge An opportunity to learn about the 2017 restoration of the lodge for a private Scottish charitable organisation with before and after photos of the works.

INFORMATION Pollok Park, 2060 Pollokshaws Road, G43 1AT 1891, Robert Rowand Anderson and 2017, Fiona Sinclair Architect (Cat B) Tours: Fri 3pm & 3.30pm; 20 mins Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

81 Shearer Candles Venture behind the scenes of a working candle factory in Govan. Witness the different mesmerising production techniques perfected over 120 years by the UK’s oldest candle manufacturer as we manipulate masses of molten wax!

INFORMATION 23 Robert Street, G51 3HB 2000, 2007 Bell Buildings Tours: Mon-Fri 9.30am, 11am, 12.30pm, 2pm & 3.30pm; 45 mins Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

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82 Studio Pavilion The Studio Pavilion is an addition to House for an Art Lover that offers free contemporary art in a public park, through a robust and diverse programme of exhibitions, residencies and public engagement opportunities that span art, design and architecture.

INFORMATION House for an Art Lover, Bellahouston Park, Dumbreck Road, G41 5BW 2014, ZM Architecture Tue-Sun 11am-4pm

83 STV Scotland’s leading digital media brand opens its doors for a behind the scenes look at its Glasgow HQ. Book a tour for a look behind the scenes of the studio, production gallery and transmission area.

INFORMATION Pacific Quay, G51 1PQ 2006, Parr Architects Tours on the hour Sat 10am-3pm; 45 mins Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

84 Tramway A former tram depot, this vast Southside building was converted into a theatre in 1988. 30 years on, it continues to produce internationally renowned contemporary visual art and performance. Browse historical exhibition catalogues and join us for a talk about the rich history of the building.

INFORMATION 25 Albert Drive, G41 2PE 1893, 1988, 2000 (Cat B) Sat 9.30am – 8pm, Archive on display 1pm-3.30pm, Talk 4pm-4.45pm

85 TS Queen Mary This beautiful turbine steamer was built in 1933 by Denny of Dumbarton. This is a rare opportunity to get on board TS Queen Mary as she is being restored, and learn about the history of ‘The Glasgow Boat’.

INFORMATION Glasgow Science Centre, 50 Pacific Quay, G51 1EA 1933, Wm Denny & Bros Limited Tours: Thu-Sun 10am, 11.30am, 1pm, 2.30pm; 60 mins Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

86 NEW - Wilson Macdonald House An exclusive guided tour with Studio KAP of this award-winning extension designed to complement the existing Victorian villa externally in a contemporary manner and to create a variety of contrasting spaces internally from which to experience the garden landscape in different ways.

INFORMATION Pollokshields (Full address will be sent to attendees) Unknown; 2009 Studio KAP Tours: Sat 11am & 12pm; 30 mins Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

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BUILDINGS BY AREA WEST 87 Anderston Kelvingrove Parish Church Category B listed church, built in the Brutalist style of the 1960s when concrete was king.

Look for the distinctive green pyramid roof and find a bright Modernist sanctuary and a thriving community hub with big plans for the future.

INFORMATION 759 Argyle Street, G3 8DS 1967, Honeyman Jack (Cat B) Mon-Fri 11am-5pm, Sat 11am-3pm, Sun 1-4pm.

Tours available on request Sat & Sun; 20 mins Tour meeting point: Inside front entrance

88 Anniesland Court At 22-storeys high, Anniesland Court is the tallest listed building in Scotland and Glasgow’s only Category A listed tower block. Visitors will be taken to a top floor to see communal areas and views of the city.

INFORMATION 843 Crow Road, G13 1LG 1970, J Holmes & Partners Tours: Sat-Sun 12:00am, 12:45pm, 1:30pm, 2:15pm, 3:00pm, 3:45pm, 4:30pm; 30 mins Tour meeting point: Main Entrance Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

89 Arlington Baths Club 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 Suite!

INFORMATION 61 Arlington Street, G3 6DT 1870, John Burnet Snr. (Cat A) Tours: Sat-Sun every half hour 10am-4pm; 30 mins Tour meeting point: Members' Lounge

90 The Back Garden Tucked in the heart of sandstone tenements, yards from busy Argyle Street in Finnieston, this urban garden grows various crops and houses a tool shed, polytunnel, greenhouse, five raised beds & mini orchard. Enjoy the garden at its peak.

INFORMATION Off Brechin Street, Finnieston, G3 7HF 2011, Mast Architects Mon 2.30pm-4.30pm, Wed 12pm-2pm Thu 6.30pm-7.30pm, Fri 10am-12pm Sat 11am-4pm

91 Broomhill Hyndland Parish Church At the centre of the local community for over 100 years, this stately church recently reached a wider audience in the film Sunshine on Leith and regular television broadcasts. See the new sanctuary within a sanctuary and welcoming entrance vestibule.

INFORMATION 64-66 Randolph Road, G11 7JL 1899 and 1902-03 Stewart & Paterson Glasgow (Cat C) Sat 10am-4pm

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92 Buchanan Bridge Club The Park area mansions were 'the place to live' in the 1850s. Visit this stunning A-listed building with innumerable original features.

Originally the private residence of David Hutcheson, founder of Calmac, it has been home to Buchanan Bridge Club since 1960.

INFORMATION 4 Clairmont Gardens, G3 7LW 1857, in the style of Charles Wilson (Cat A) Sat-Sun 10am-4pm Tours available on request; 20 mins Tour meeting point: Front door

93 Central Gurdwara Singh Sabha Visit Scotland’s first purpose-built Sikh Gurdwara, the hub of the Scottish Sikh community. It is a place where people can congregate to practice their faith, gain religious and social education, learn music, eat, and quite importantly, socialise.

INFORMATION 174 Berkeley Street, G3 7HY 2016, Calford Seadon Mon-Sun 10am-5pm Tours available on request; 15-30 mins Tour meeting point: Foyer on the Ground Floor

94 NEW - The Common Guild The Common Guild is a leading visual arts organisation and gallery located in a Victorian townhouse in Glasgow’s Park Circus.

Established in 2006 it presents a dynamic, international programme of contemporary visual art projects, exhibitions, and events.

INFORMATION 21 Woodlands Terrace, G3 6DF Pre-1894, Victorian Style Sat-Sun 12pm-5pm Tours: Sat-Sun 12pm, 2pm, 4pm; 30 mins Tour meeting point: Inside the gallery

95 Flourish House This striking Category B listed former church retains its austere and imposing appearance, yet remains a hidden gem within the hustle and bustle of the West End. Now the heart of a vibrant mental health clubhouse, step inside to find a friendly and welcoming community.

INFORMATION 23-25 Ashley Street, G44 4LY 1924, Eric Alexander Sutherland (Cat B) Sat 10am-4pm Tours: Tue & Thu 2pm; 30 mins Tour meeting point: In the café space Booking essential - 0141 333 0099, events@flourishhouse.org.uk

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96 Fossil Grove Fossil Grove houses a unique collection of fossil trees, formed 325 million years ago.

This once vast forest eventually became the coal that powered Glasgow’s industry. Marvel at this piece of ancient history in the beautiful surroundings of Victoria Park.

INFORMATION Victoria Park Dr S, G14 9NY Built: 1890 Sat-Sun 12pm-4pm Tours available on request 12pm-3.30pm; 30 mins Tour meeting point: At the front of Fossil Grove

97 Glasgow International Airport 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.

INFORMATION Paisley, PA3 2SW 1966, Spence Glover & Ferguson Tour: Wed 11am; 90 mins Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

98 NEW - Jordanhill School First time in Doors Open Day! Jordanhill School is a high performing, grant-aided, community comprehensive school. Are you a former pupil?

Reminisce on a tour. Never visited? Come and find out more. Don’t miss the ‘Harry Potter’ stairs, and impressive facilities.

INFORMATION 45 Chamberlain Road, Jordanhill, G13 1SP 1915, Honeyman, Keppie & Mackintosh (Cat B) Tours available on request; Sat 10am-3pm; 30 mins Tour meeting point: Mail hall

99 Kelvin Hall Visit the new National Library of Scotland at Kelvin Hall, which showcases an extensive digital collection of films, maps, books and manuscripts. Go behind the scenes at the Moving Image Archive and learn how Scotland’s film, video and digital collections are preserved and made accessible. Behind the scenes tours of the Moving Image Archive offered on Saturday 15th September, when films from the 1938 Empire Exhibition and ‘Doon the Watter’ will also be shown.

INFORMATION 1445 Argyle Street, G3 8AW 1926, Thomas Somers assisted by Thomas Gilchrist Gilmore Tours: Tue-Sun 11am, 12pm, 2pm & 3pm; 60 mins Tour meeting point: Hunterian Collections Study Centre On the day booking kelvinhalltours@glasgowlife.org.uk

100 Kelvinside Hillhead Parish Church 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 community. This glass-walled building stands as a link to its heritage and community.

INFORMATION Saltoun Street/Observatory Road, G12 9AG 1876, James Sellers assisted by Thomas Gilchrist Gilmore Sat-Sun 10am-5pm Tours available on request, but not before 11am on Saturday and 12pm on Sunday; 20-30 mins. Tour meeting point: Sanctuary Entrance below Gallery

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101 Kingsborough Sanctuary Broomhill Hyndland Parish Church Be uplifted and inspired by the beauty and peace of this majestic Leiper building. View the exquisite windows, listen to fine organ music, and hear about the lives behind some of the names on the World War 1 Memorial.

INFORMATION 81 Hyndland Road, G12 9JE 1887, William Leiper assisted by Thomas Gilchrist Gilmore Sat 10am-4pm

102 Maggie’s Centre Maggie’s Centres provide free practical, emotional and social support to people with cancer and their family and friends. Prizewinning architect Rem Koolhaas’ innovative design of interlocking rooms around a thriving internal garden creates a homely, calming place to visit.

INFORMATION 1053 Great Western Road, G12 0YN Opened October 2011, Rem Koolhaas of OMA Architects Sat 12pm-2pm

103 NEW - National Youth Orchestras of Scotland Offices and Event Space A four-storey 18th Century Category B listed, Victorian townhouse in the Kelvingrove Park conservation area. Visit the home of the National Youth Orchestras of Scotland and enjoy classical and jazz music performed live

by Scotland’s finest young musicians.

INFORMATION 13 Somerset Place, G3 7JT 1840, John Baird I (Cat B) Sun 10am-4pm

104 New Glasgow Society Founded in 1965, The New Glasgow Society (NGS) is a civic society promoting and protecting the character and heritage of the City of Glasgow. See how it protects Glasgow’s history and encourages careful development of its future through campaigning, discussion, projects, talks and exhibitions.

INFORMATION 1307 Argyle Street, G3 8TL Built: 1875 (Cat C) Mon-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat-Sun 10am-4pm

105 NEW - The Old Pumphouse, Clydeside Distillery The first dedicated, single malt whisky distillery to be built in Glasgow for over a century. Come down to Queens Dock and watch Glasgow's stills flow once again. Learn more about the birth of the whisky industry and join a tour around the distillery.

INFORMATION Queens Dock, 100 Stobcross Road, G3 8QQ 1877, John Carrick, Additional alterations undertaken in August 2016-November 2017, Hypostyle Architects (Cat B) Tours: Mon-Wed 10am; 80 mins Tour meeting point: Concourse Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

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106 Partick Curling Club Clubhouse Visit a hidden gem, little altered from its earliest days. See Curling Club memorabilia, the locker room where stones are kept, and have a go on the outdoor rink. Learn from enthusiastic curlers about the history of the club and the sport.

INFORMATION 12 - 14 Victoria Park Drive North, G14 9NN Built: 1900 Sat-Sun 10am-4pm

107 Partickhill Bowling & Community Clubhouse and Green Partickhill Bowling Club was founded in 1905 and still retains its original features. Tour the clubhouse, explore the area through old photos and try your hand at bowls. Bring your children and grand-children and enjoy a game in lovely surroundings.

INFORMATION 46 Partickhill Road, G11 5BY Built: 1905 Sat-Sun 10am-4pm

108 Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre 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.

INFORMATION 8-10 Balcarres Ave, Kelvindale, G12 0QF Built: Circa 1960's Sat-Sun 11am-3.30pm Free shows: 11am, 1pm, 3pm Tours begin after each free show; 30 mins Meeting point: Foyer back door to tour the workshops at SMPC

109 St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral The Cathedral of St Mary's is a familiar landmark on the busy thoroughfare of Great Western Road. The 200-foot tall bell tower and spire of this Gothic Revival building is a stunning example of architect Sir George Gilbert Scott's work.

INFORMATION 300 Great Western Road, G4 9JB 1871, Sir George Gilbert Scott (Cat A) Sat-Sun 11.30am-5pm Tours available on request

110 NEW - SWG3 Located by the River Clyde, SWG3 has been expanding and growing for over 13 years to become one of the most significant cultural hubs in the country. Join a tour to explore the newly developed 6000sq ft Galvanisers yard, events spaces and studios throughout the industrial building.

INFORMATION 100 Eastvale Place, G3 8QG 1905-2005, Modernisation and extended development till 2018, DO Architects Tours: On the hour Tue-Fri 11am-2pm; 40 mins Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

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111 The Tall Ship at Riverside The Glenlee was built at the Bay Yard in Port Glasgow and first took to the water in 1896.

She circumnavigated the world four times before being brought home to Glasgow. Come on board to learn about her fascinating life on the high seas.

INFORMATION 150 Pointhouse Place, G3 8RS 1896, Anderson Rodger Mon-Sun 10am-4pm. Tours: Wed, Sat-Sun 11am, 12pm, 2pm, 3pm; 60 mins Tour meeting point: Main mast on board The Tall Ship Booking - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

112 Timorous Beasties Design Studio A rare opportunity to see behind the scenes of design studio, Timorous Beasties. Explore the design and print studio first hand. Witness the screen printers in action printing lengths of fabrics and wallpapers, and find out more about the inspiration behind their worldfamous collections.

INFORMATION 7 Craigend Place, G13 2UN Sat-Sun 10am-4pm

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113 NEW - Trinity House Built during the 1850s, Trinity House was once a training college for Scotland's Ministers.

This stunning landmark building represents the power and influence once possessed by the Free Kirk. Climb the tower for fantastic views over the park and West End.

INFORMATION 31 Lynedoch St, G3 6EF 1860, Charles Wilson Tours: Sun 4pm, 5pm, 7pm; 30 mins Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

114 University of Glasgow Library Join a tour of one of the oldest library collections in Europe, housed in an iconic part of Glasgow’s skyline. See treasures from its rare book, map and manuscript collections, and take in stunning views from the rooftop Reading Room.

INFORMATION Hillhead Street, G12 8QE 1968, William Whitfield, Walter Underwood & Partners, Holmes Partnership Tours: Mon-Wed 10am & 2pm; 90 mins Tour meeting point: Main Library Entrance Booking essential - glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

115 NEW - Woodlands Workspace Built in Invergordon and installed in Glasgow in 2017, Woodlands Workspace is an innovative, sustainable new building sitting in the gap site of an old tenement block. See how this bright, modern structure is bringing the community together.

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WALKS AND TOURS 1 NEW - Barras Sights & Sounds 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.

INFORMATION Sat 15th & Sun 16th 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm; 60 mins Meeting Point: Magpie Cafe, The Barras market Booking – glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

2 Broomhill Heritage Trail Discover how Broomhill has developed since 1850. Witness its many fine buildings and its hidden railway.

INFORMATION Wed 12th, 1pm, Sun 16th 2pm & 4pm; 90-120 mins Meeting point: Hyndland Train Station Booking essential – glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

3 NEW - Brutalism in Glasgow's City Centre A walk to discover Glasgow's more brutal side.

Huge mega-structures and raw concrete. See examples of the postmodern architecture that shaped Glasgow and Scotland in the 1950s-70s, much of which faces demolition.

INFORMATION Sat 15th & Sun 16th, 12pm; 90 mins Meeting point: Front of Gallery of Modern Art Booking essential – glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

4 City Centre Mural Trail 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.

INFORMATION Sat 15th & Sun 16th, 10am & 12pm; 180 mins Meeting point: Outside Glasgow City Chambers Booking essential – glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

5 Clyde Bridges Walk 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.

INFORMATION Fri 14th, 10am & 4.30pm, Sat 15th & Sun 16th, 10am & 1pm; 90 mins Meeting point: St Andrews Suspension Bridge, Glasgow Green

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Dennistoun Conservation Area - Historic Walk 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.

INFORMATION Sat 15th, 11am; 90 mins Meeting Point: Former Duke St Post Office at corner of Annfield Place & Westercraigs Booking essential – glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

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Dumbreck & Hazelwood Heritage Walk 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.

INFORMATION Sun 16th, 11.30am; 60-90 mins Meeting point: Entrance to Café; House for an Art Lover, Bellahouston Park, 10 Dumbreck Road, G41 5BW

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East End Women’s Heritage Walk Hear stories of feisty activists, radical changemakers, weavers and witches on this fascinating guided women’s heritage walk to the heart of Glasgow’s East End.

INFORMATION Sat 15th, 2pm; 120 mins Meeting point: Glasgow Women's Library Front of House desk

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Empire Exhibition Walk & Talk 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.

INFORMATION Sat 15th, 1.30pm; 45-60 mins Meeting point: Shop at House for an Art Lover Booking essential - arts@houseforanartlover.co.uk

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

INFORMATION Wed 12th, 1pm; 120 mins Meeting point: Castlemilk Stables Booking essential - 0141 6342673

11 NEW - From Arts & Crafts to Brutalism: a walking tour of the University of Glasgow’s 20th-century buildings 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 look at original plans and models of the scheme.

INFORMATION Sat 15th, 4pm; 60 mins Meeting Point: Outside the Hunterian Art Gallery & Mackintosh House Booking essential – glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

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12 From the Calton to the Riot Act 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.

INFORMATION Tue 11th, 2pm; 120 mins Meeting point: Bridgeton Cross Booking essential – glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

13 NEW - 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.

INFORMATION Mon 10th, 1pm; 50 mins Meeting point: Glasgow Royal Concert Hall Steps Booking essential - www.glasgowheritage.org.uk

14 NEW - 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.

INFORMATION Tue 11th, 1pm; 50 mins Meeting point: Entrance to former St Vincent Place public toilets Booking essential - www.glasgowheritage.org.uk

15 NEW - 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.

INFORMATION Wed 12th, 1pm; 50 mins Meeting point: The front steps to Gallery of Modern Art Booking essential - www.glasgowheritage.org.uk

16 NEW - 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

INFORMATION Thu 13th, 1pm; 50 mins Meeting point: The south side of the Monument to Walter Scott Booking essential - www.glasgowheritage.org.uk

17 Glasgow and the Irish Revolution 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.

INFORMATION Thu 13th, 2pm; 120 mins Meeting point: 11 Moore Street (near stone arch entrance to Old Meat Market off Gallowgate)

18 NEW - Glasgow in Print Glasgow’s printing industry dates back to the 17th century. Explore the history of Glasgow in Print on this tour of buildings and places linked to the production of print.

INFORMATION Mon 10th, 11am; 60 mins Meeting point: Trongate 103 Booking essential – glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

19 Glasgow Necropolis Guided Tours 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.

INFORMATION Sat 15th, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm & £10 Buffet Tour Option at 5pm, Sun 16th, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm; 120 mins. Meeting point will be confirmed with every booking – near Cathedral House Hotel, G4 0XA. Booking essential – 07971437034, tours@ glasgownecropolis.org www.glasgownecropolis.org

20 Glasgow Photography Walking Tours 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.

INFORMATION Mon 10th & Fri 14th, 10am, Sat 15th & Sun 16th, 10am & 2pm; 180 mins Various meeting points: Details provided with specific tour bookings.Booking essential - 0141 429 7457, http://www.dreghornphotography.co.uk

21 NEW - GLASSGOW 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.

INFORMATION Sun 16th, 11am; 120 mins Meeting point: Botanic Gardens

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22 Historical Meander around the Southern Necropolis A historical mental meander through some of the lairs of the Gorbals’ "City of the Dead".

Join the Happy Reaper and visit the graves of characters including Sir Thomas Lipton and Alexander “Greek” Thomson.

INFORMATION Sat 15th & Sun 16th, 12pm; 90 mins Meeting point: Southern Necropolis Gate House

23 NEW - Home Front Walk Glasgow Buildings in Wartime 1939-1945 Explore Glasgow city centre transformed by the culture of war: shelters, sandbags, sirens, the blackout, emergency water tanks, mobile canteens, allied soldiers, wartime entertainment and visiting dignitaries.

INFORMATION Thu 13th, Fri 14th, Sat 15th & Sun 16th, 10.30am, 1pm, 3pm & Special blackout/shelter tour 7pm; 90 mins. Meeting point: Mitchell Library North Street Entrance Booking essential – glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

24 Mary Barbour and other Strong Women of the Clydeside 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.

INFORMATION Sat 15th, 12.30pm; 165 mins Meeting point: Govan Cross: Gather at the Mary Barbour statue, in front of Govan Subway Station Booking – glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk some places available on the day

25 Neale Thomson and the Crossmyloof Bakery 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!

INFORMATION Sat 15th & Sun 16th, 10.30am & 2.30pm; 75 mins Meeting point: The Glad Cafe venue Booking essential – glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

26 Pollokshields Heritage Bus Tour 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.

INFORMATION Sat 15th & Sun 16th, 2pm (registration from 1.45pm); 120 mins Maxwell Park station, 101 Fotheringay Road, G41 4EF

27 NEW - Rebuilding Argyle Street A walking tour with the project architects from Collective Architecture who have led the final phases of the regeneration of Anderston, following the newly accessible and reinstated Argyle Street.

INFORMATION Wed 12th, 4pm & 6pm; 60 mins Meeting Point: The Festival Hub (The Pyramid/ Anderston Kelvingrove Parish Church), 759 Argyle St, Glasgow G3 8DS Booking essential – glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

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28 River Kelvin Bridges 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.

INFORMATION Sat 15th & Sun 16th, 2pm; 90 mins Meeting point: Halfpenny Bridge House (next to the Halfpenny Bridge, Kelvin Walkway)

29 NEW - See the City as a Playground - Parkour Tour Join Chris Grant from Parkour Generations Glasgow on a journey through the city from the eyes of a Traceur - a practitioner of Parkour.

Chris shares his perspective on how the city's architecture creates opportunity for movement, exercise and exploration.

INFORMATION Tues 11th & Weds 12th, 5.30pm; 60 mins Meeting point on Tues - Mitchell Library Meeting point on Weds - Corner of Montrose St and Rottenrow Booking essential – glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

30 Springburn Park & Winter Gardens A lively tour of the Park & 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.

INFORMATION Sat 15th, 11am & Sun 16th, 1pm; 60 mins Meeting point: Springburn Park, Main Gates (Broomfield Road) Booking essential – glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

31 NEW - Staying Ahead of the Curve Glasgow’s 21st Century Buildings of Learning Tour Glasgow’s most modern further education campus in this engaging tour, designed for built environment professionals or anyone interested in our City’s education landscape.

INFORMATION Thu 13th, 6.30pm; 90 mins Meeting Point: Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) West of Scotland Chapter, City of Glasgow College Booking essential – glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

32 The Building Stones of Central Glasgow 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.

INFORMATION Wed 10th, 10am; 90 mins Meeting point: Walter Scott column, George Square Booking essential – glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

33 NEW - The Glasgow Avenues Project and the M8 – A Walk Through a Past Future to a Future Present 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.

INFORMATION Fri 14th, 7.30pm; 60 mins Meeting point: The Festival Hub (The Pyramid/ Anderston Kelvingrove Parish Church) Booking essential – glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

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34 Unlocking the Story of Glasgow’s Canal – Boat Tour Join Scottish Canals and the Scottish Waterways Trust on board the Gypsy Princess and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Forth & Clyde canal. Take a journey back in time to the bustling industrial heyday of the world's first sea to sea canal.

INFORMATION Sun 16th, 10.30am & 1.30pm; 150 mins Meeting Point: 1 Applecross Street, G4 9SP Booking essential - 07825218566 OR lisa@ scottishwaterwaystrust.org.uk

35 Unlocking the Story of Maryhill's Canal Join Scottish Waterways Trust on a guided tour around the Forth & Clyde Canal to learn about the Botany, boat building and Birthday of the canal.

INFORMATION Wed 12th, 6.30pm; 90 mins Meeting point: Outside the main gates at Maryhill Burgh Halls Booking essential - 07825218566 OR lisa@scottishwaterwaystrust.org.uk

36 Victoria Park Heritage Walk 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.

INFORMATION Sat 15th & Sun 16th, 2pm; 90 mins Meeting point: Victoria Park Jubilee Gates (main entrance)

37 What About the Women? Women of Maryhill Guided Walk On this guided walk along the canal, hear stories of Maryhill’s women: an heiress who gave the area her name; mill workers immortalised in stained glass, a Suffragette and the post-box, and the “wayward girls” who escaped.

INFORMATION Sat 15th, 11am; 120 mins Meeting point: Reception, Maryhill Burgh Halls Booking essential – glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

38 Women, War, Rent Strikes, Revolution 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.

INFORMATION Sat 15th, 11am; 120 mins Meeting point:Corner of Duke St. and John Knox St. Booking essential – glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

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EVENTS 1. FILM: Screening at the Alliance Française Join us for a special screening of Standing tall / La tête haute (2015) directed by Emmanuelle Bercot and starring Catherine Deneuve & Benoît Magimel. Film in French with English subtitles.

INFORMATION Alliance Française Glasgow, 3 Park Circus, G3 6AX Wednesday 12th September, 6pm-8pm Booking essential - culture@afglasgow.org.uk

2. TALK: From Ashton Lane to WW1 - | The Kelly Bulletin Brel Bar, Ashton Lane (off Byres Road) G12 8SJ In the old coach house where her grandmother grew up, which is now Brel on Ashton Lane in the West End of Glasgow, a family member will chat about family history and about the journals which her grandmother sent to her brother who was at the Front in WW1.

INFORMATION Brel Bar, Ashton Lane (off Byres Road) G12 8SJ Wednesday 12th Sept, 11.30am; 30 mins Booking essential – glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

3. EVENT: 1918 Cine-Variety Show Join The Friends of the Britannia Panopticon Music Hall for a recreation of a WW1 variety show featuring demonstrations by re-enactors, recruitment songs, comedy sketches, silent films and newsreels shown in the Britannia Panopticon during 1918. There will be rolling music hall performances all day.

INFORMATION The Britannia Panopticon Music Hall, 1st Floor, 117 Trongate, G1 5HD Saturday 15th September, 12pm-5pm

4. TALK: Zen Buddhism Zen Buddhism offers a fresh perspective on our busy and often stressful lives. This 30 minute talk provides an outline of Zen Buddhism and how it can help us deal more effectively and skilfully with these challenges.

INFORMATION Cloud Water Zen Centre, Gordon Chambers, 5th Floor 82 Mitchell St Glasgow, G1 3NA Sat 15th & Sun 16th Sept 2pm; 30 mins Booking essential- 07432 014 620 OR info@ cloudwaterzen.org

5. EXHIBITION: The Happenstance The Happenstance: take a chance, make a stance, and see what happens. Explore 'freespace' at the Caledonia Road Church, activated by WAVEparticle as a space for use by the local community and artists.

INFORMATION Caledonia Road Church, Caledonia Road, G5 0SG Sat 15th, 2pm-6pm

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6. TALK- Stencilling Mackintosh: The challenges of stencilling recreation Hear about the challenges of researching and recreating historic stencilling linked with the work of Charles Rennie Mackintosh by Glasgow based artist Elisabeth Viguie Culshaw.

INFORMATION Glasgow Art Club, 185 Bath Street, G1 5HD Tues 11th, 1pm; 60mins Booking essential – glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

7. TALK: The Glasgow Cenotaph Niall Murphy, Deputy Director of Glasgow City Heritage Trust, tells the story of the Glasgow Cenotaph and Sir JJ Burnet’s understated design came about.

INFORMATION Glasgow City Heritage Trust, 54 Bell Street, G1 1LQ Fri 14th, 1pm; 50 mins Booking essential - www.glasgowheritage.org.uk

8. TALK: Talwin Morris: the Fifth member of the Glasgow Four Recently retired Professor of Medieval History & Codicology at Glasgow University, Robert Gibb, presenting an illustrated talk on Talwin Morris, Art Director of Blackie & Sons & major proponent of the Glasgow Style.

INFORMATION The Glasgow Guild, 265 Renfrew Street, G3 6TT Tue 11th 7.30pm-9.30pm

9. TALK: Women's history of Garnethill Karen Mailley-Watt & Rachael Purse, aka the 'History Girls' will discuss the women who have shaped Garnethill. A lively talk on woman's lives; from artists, business owners to staff at The Glasgow School of Art.

INFORMATION The Glasgow Guild, 265 Renfrew Street, G3 6TT Wed 12th 7.30pm-9.30pm

10. TALK: Paisley through its Art, the Glasgow connections Michael Durning, artist & archivist of Paisley Art Institute, reappraises the contribution to the nation's art from Paisley. Artistic greats that came to be the Glasgow Boys, Girls, and the Glasgow School.

INFORMATION The Glasgow Guild, 265 Renfrew Street, G3 6TT Fri 14th 7.30pm-9.30pm

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11. WORKSHOP: Roti Making at the Glasgow Gurdwara Come down to the Glasgow Gurdwara kitchen to learn to art of roti making!

INFORMATION The Glasgow Gurdwara, 37 Albert Drive Mon 10th & Tue 12th, 10.30am & 1.20pm; 60 mins Booking essential-glasgowgurdwara@hotmail.co.uk

12. WORKSHOP: Origami in the Greenhouse A chance to visit our exciting new studio space and spend some time making origami flowers looking out into our studio garden for inspiration!

INFORMATION The Greenhouse, O'DonnellBrown Architects, 84 St Andrews Drive G41 4EQ Sat 15th & Sun 16th 11am-3pm

13. WORKSHOP: Discover Eco Printing at the Glasgow Botanics A chance to see a demonstration of Eco Printing in the Beautiful Kibble Palace with artist Elisabeth Viguie Culshaw from The Lansdowne House of Stencils.

INFORMATION Kibble Palace, Glasgow Botanic Gardens, 730 Great Western Road, G12 0UE Fri 14th, 10am-12noon; 120 Booking is essential – glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

14. TALK: The Lives Behind the Names: Men of 1918 As we approach the centenary of the end of World War 1 this is an opportunity to hear about the lives of those men named on our Memorial Plaque who died in the final year of the war.

INFORMATION Kingsborough Sanctuary Broomhill Hyndland Parish Church, 81 Hyndland Road, G12 9JE Sat 15th, 4.30pm; 30 mins

15. EVENT: The Lighthouse History Tour Join us on a 50 minute tour to learn more about the history of The Lighthouse, Charles Rennie Mackintosh's first public commission and the former head offices of The Glasgow Herald newspaper.

INFORMATION The Lighthouse, 11 Mitchell Lane, G1 3NU Sat 15th, 11am, 1pm. Sun 16th, 1pm, 3pm; 50 mins Booking essential- glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk A limited number of additional places will be available on the day, first-come-first-served.

16. WORKSHOP: Mackintosh Inspired Art A workshop that will bring out the artist in everyone. Try out different drawing and painting techniques, all inspired by Mackintosh. Under 14’s must be accompanied by an adult at all times. All materials included.

INFORMATION Mackintosh at the Willow Visitor and Exhibition Centre, 217 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow, G2 3EX Mon 10th – Sun 16th, 12-4pm daily; 30mins

17. EVENT & EXHIBITION: The Big Mack Build See the Billiard Room at Mackintosh at the Willow transformed by an installation of cardboard, celebrating the 150th anniversary of Charles Rennie Mackintosh. Experience the exciting student-designed project built live, enhancing and responding to the Mackintoshdesigned space.

INFORMATION Mackintosh at the Willow Visitor and Exhibition Centre, 217 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow, G2 3EX Fri 14th – Sun 16th, times tbc - see website

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18. EXHIBITION & CHARETTE: HAUS_work With increasing numbers of people moving to urban-centers worldwide, new solutions for growth are needed. HAUS_work will combine an exhibition of our vision of Glasgows’ future with a ‘Design Charrette’ engaging the local community, informing the debate on our City’s evolution.

INFORMATION Merchant Square Thurs 13th, 4-7pm

19. WORKSHOP: See the City as a Playground- Parkour Join Chris Grant from Parkour Generations Glasgow for a workshop suitable for beginners of any level. See the city through the eyes of a Traceur - a practitioner of Parkour, and learn some beginners’ techniques for ways to explore the city's architecture.

INFORMATION Meeting point on Tue - Mitchell Library Meeting point on Wed - Corner of Montrose St and Rottenrow Tue 11th & Wed 12th, 6.30pm; 60 mins Booking is essential – glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

20. MUSIC: Live classical and jazz music at the home of the National Youth Orchestras of Scotland Enjoy live music in a chamber setting at the home of the National Youth Orchestras of Scotland. Experience the future of classical and jazz music in Scotland performed by the country’s finest young musicians.

INFORMATION National Youth Orchestras of Scotland office and events space, 13 Somerset Place, G3 7JT Sun 16th, 11am, 12pm, 2pm, 3pm; 15-20 mins

21. EXHIBITION: Mapping Glasgow Many different people find themselves creating maps of Glasgow, or parts of Glasgow. Finely plotted or loosely hand-drawn, every map reveals the intentions of the map maker, and another way to view and edit the city. This exhibition presents a variety of maps, each with their own motive, style and story.

INFORMATION New Glasgow Society, 1307 Argyle Street, G3 8TL Mon 10th – Sun 16th, 10am-5pm

22. TALK: Mapping Glasgow: Armoured Car Production at Linwood: the secret Soviet map of Glasgow revealed New Glasgow Society's Lex Lamb will present the fascinating story of the secret Soviet map of Glasgow, including the first ever translation of the map's detailed text description of Glasgow's infrastructure, industry and government in the 1970s

INFORMATION New Glasgow Society, 1307 Argyle Street, G3 8TL Thu 13th, 7pm-8.30pm Book via Evenbrite, search Mapping Glasgow

23. EVENT: Hands-on with the Burrell Collection Examine, touch and marvel in this handling session of artefacts and objects from the Burrell Collection.

INFORMATION Pollokshaws Burgh Hall, Pollokshaws Road, G43 1NE Tues 11th, 2pm & 6pm, Fri 14th, 6pm; 45 mins

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24. TALK: Re-purposing Historic Buildings Join John Gilbert Architects, the studio working on plans for Pollokshaws Burgh Hall’s future, in this talk on re-purposing historic buildings for contemporary use.

INFORMATION Pollokshaws Burgh Hall, Pollokshaws Road, G43 1NE Tues 11th, 7pm; 60 mins

25. FILM: Laurel & Hardy Movie Classics Enjoy a trip down memory lane with the Laurel and Hardy classics Double Whoopees: Dirty Work (Chimney sweeps) & The Music Box.

INFORMATION Pollokshaws Burgh Hall, Pollokshaws Road, G43 1NE Sat 15th, 4pm

26. EVENT: T Dance with the Mighty Wurlitzer Put on your dancing shoes and glide onto the sprung floor of the the ballroom for an afternoon T Dance with live accompaniment from the Wurlitzer organ. Follow in the footsteps of Susan Calman who trained in the hall during her time on Strictly Come Dancing!

INFORMATION Pollokshaws Burgh Hall, Pollokshaws Road, G43 1NE Sun 16th, 2-5pm

27. TALK: The 306 - in conversation with Oliver Emmanuel and Gareth Williams about their musical First World War Trilogy for the National Theatre Composer Gareth Williams and Playwright Oliver Emmanuel talk about their First World War trilogy, The 306, written to commemorate the 306 men shot for cowardice and desertion in World War 1.

INFORMATION Rockvilla, National Theatre of Scotland, 125 Craighall Road, G4 9TL Sat 15th, 2pm; 60 mins Booking - nationaltheatrescotland.com/glasgowdoors-open-day

28. WORKSHOP: A Futureproof theatre workshop with Lucy Gaizely from 21Common Join Lucy Gaizely leading artist, key collaborator with 21Common and co-curator of the National Theatre of Scotland's Scotland-wide Futureproof festival for a theatre workshop, celebrating the Year of Young People. Lucy will be joined by a member of the Company’s Youth Project team/ young theatre practitioner.

INFORMATION Rockvilla, National Theatre of Scotland, 125 Craighall Road, G4 9TL Sat 15th, 11am-1pm Booking essential - nationaltheatrescotland.com/ glasgow-doors-open-day

29. WORKSHOP: A song workshop with Gareth Williams This is your chance to hear one of the songs from National Theatre of Scotland’s forthcoming production of The 306: Dusk about WW1 and learn to sing and perform it under the expert guidance and tuition of composer, Gareth Williams.

INFORMATION Rockvilla, National Theatre of Scotland, 125 Craighall Road, G4 9TL Sat 15th, 11am-12.30pm Booking essential - nationaltheatrescotland.com/ glasgow-doors-open-day

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30. WORKSHOP: Dream House Visit Southblock to see Hoskins Architects’ pop up exhibition ‘Home’ & get involved in their drop-in ‘Dream House’ workshop. Be it an underwater tower block, a bungalow in the sky or Chewbacca's holiday home - get designing!

INFORMATION South Block, 60/64 Osborne Street, G1 5QH Sat 15th, 10am-4pm

31. TALK: Architect Brian McGinley on the Refurbishment of South Block Architect Brian McGinlay will be giving a talk about the award winning refurbishment of South Block.

INFORMATION South Block, 60/64 Osborne Street, G1 5QH Sat 15th, 2pm; 40 mins

32. WORKSHOP: Printmaking at Studio Pavilion At Studio Pavilion we run art classes for adults and kids year round. Come along for free taster workshops in printmaking and kids arts activities as well as an exhibition material handling session.

INFORMATION Studio Pavilion at House for an Art Lover, House for an Art Lover, Bellahouston Park, 10 Dumbreck Road, G41 5BW Sat 15th & Sun 16th, 12pm-4pm

33. TALK: The Life and Times of a Radio Officer Talk- The Tall Ship at Riverside A chance to hear from retired radio officers who travelled the world doing Morse code for a variety of ships.

INFORMATION Tall Ship at Riverside, 150 Pointhouse Place, G3 8RS Thu 13th, 11.30am & 2pm; 60 mins Booking essential – glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

34. EVENT: Wasps Open Studios A chance to explore a former tobacco factory that was transformed into artists’ studios in 2001. Visitors will have access to a number of studios where they can learn about the creativity taking place in the building.

INFORMATION Wasps Studios, 77 Hanson St, G31 2HF Sun 16th, 11am-4pm Visitors can drop in at any point throughout the day

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POP – UP FESTIVAL HUB We’re taking over Anderston Kelvingrove Parish Church for a whole week!

Anderston Kelvingrove Parish Church 759 Argyle St, G3 8DS 1967, Honeyman Jack & Robertson (Cat B) TALKS/EVENTS: Advance booking essential glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk See the building: Mon – Fri 11am- 5pm, Sat 11am-3pm & Sun 1-4pm, Tours on request Sat 11am-3pm, Sun 1-4pm; 20 mins Plus drop in 11am-5pm daily to visit our information point!

TALK: Raw Concrete: Brutalism, Architecture and Energy Monday 10th September, 6pm Join architectural historian Barnabas Calder for a look at the long standing relationship between architecture and energy, focusing on Brutalism.

Calder explores how this architecture celebrated and exploited the post-WWII energy boom, bringing with it liberating and life-enhancing technologies and possibilities to Glasgow and cities worldwide.

TALK: Glasgow's Unbuilt 'Cultural Centre', 196590, and the Pre-history of the Royal Concert Hall Monday 10th September, 7.30pm The 1990 Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, despite being substantial, is in fact the only surviving component of a 1960s/70s plan to construct a much bigger ‘cultural centre. Architectural historian Alistair Fair, considers these extraordinary designs, examining how this corner of Glasgow could have looked had the vision come true.

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TALK: In Search of Light: The Architecture of Gillespie, Kidd & Coia Tuesday 11th September, 6pm Architect Mark Baines explores the architectural themes pursued by Isi Metzstein and Andy MacMillan of Gillespie, Kidd and Coia between 1956 and 1987 which found highly distinctive formal and spatial expression in a considerable range of unique buildings, each moulded to place and purpose and most memorably fashioned in light.

TALK: Modernism in the City: Listing Glasgow’s Post-War Buildings Tuesday 11th September, 7.30pm A new optimism following WWII bolstered a boom for new architecture, transforming the way we built in the post-war years. Architectural historian Dawn McDowell takes a look at the richness and innovation in the design of some of the city’s Modern architecture, exploring the often controversial issue of these buildings’ protection.

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TALK: Utopia to Carbuncle?: History and Legacy of Scotland’s New Towns Movement Wednesday 12th September, 6pm Join architectural historian Diane Watters of Historic Environment Scotland and University of Edinburgh, for an examination of the innovation and diversity in the design, reception and legacy of Scotland’s post-war New Towns.

TALK: Shaping Spaces: Land Reform and Community Empowerment Wednesday 12th September, 7pm Architect Akiko Kobayashi specialises in communityled change in the built environment. Join her for look at how Land Reform and Community Empowerment might re-shape the way we own, build and see the spaces in which we live.

TALK: Whit aboot the weans?

Thursday 13th September, 6pm Norry Wilson of Lost Glasgow takes us on a photographic journey using historic city images and stories to explore the theme of childhood and growing up in an ever-changing city.

TALK: The Happenstance: The City as a Playground Thursday 13th September, 7.30pm How could play help us develop our cities? Join Graham Ross from Architecture and Design Scotland in an exploration of Scotland’s contribution to La Biennale Architettura di Venezia 2018, featuring projects where people of all ages used play to explore and shape the future of their places.

TALK: From Rottenrow to the Monklands Motorway Friday 14th September, 6pm A history of Glasgow’s great roads from prehistory to the present day and why people thought that the M8 was a good idea. Join Glasgow Historian Fergus Sutherland in a journey from cobbles to concrete.

TALK: Can Walking the City Change the City?

Friday 14th September, 7pm Our modern towns and cities have been designed around cars. Follow in the footsteps of Artist and Urbanist Dan Dubowitz in this talk asking if walking can create a new way to see and redesign 21st century Glasgow.

Booking essential – glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk This talk is followed by a walk led by Dan Dubowitz and Fergus Sutherland, see page 12 for details.

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WORKSHOP: The Travelling Darkroom, Make your own Camera Obscura Workshop Saturday 15th September, 2pm Discover the alchemy, science and art of drawing with light with a workshop where participants will make their own Camera Obscura.

WORKSHOP: (Dolls) Houses of the Future, Workshop with Missing in Architecture Saturday 15th September, 4pm Help make a collaborative drawing to design the city of the future using an innovative method combining projection, tracing and playing with a futuristic dolls house! We'll begin to ask questions on how we could design for multigenerational living and wellbeing. Also on display will be some provocative designs by young architectural students. Open to all ages. Drop-in, no booking required.

TALKS: City(ies) of the Future / Architects of the future Saturday 15th September, 6pm An evening of 5 minute presentations from current and recently graduated Architecture students from GSA & Strathclyde on their predictions of what a city of the future might look like. Coordinated by Missing in Architecture.

TALK: Why Smart & Not Happy?

Saturday 15th September, 7.30pm Many politicians world-wide are keen on their cities becoming part of the Smart City Elite. Join Architect and Urban Planner Riccardo Marini as he asks: How can we ensure that this race to become smart does not impoverish our cities as social and cultural places? How can we ensure that all this technology makes us more human and happy?

TALK: Building for the Future: 100 Sustainable Buildings. Sunday 16th September, 4pm The Scottish Ecological Design Association look back at their 2016 publication of 100 buildings exemplifying a more thoughtful response to social, economic and environmental sustainability; discussing what makes these projects a guide for better ways to make the places we live.

TALK: Glasgow 2050 Sunday 16th September, 5.30pm The 2050 Climate Group educates, engages and empowers young people to take climate change actions to enable a low carbon and climate resilient Scotland. Hear about their work and vision for what Glasgow could look like in 2050.

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CHILDREN’S HIGHLIGHTS

Castlemilk Stables 59 Machrie Road, Castlemilk, G45 0AZ Step back in time for a Stuarts’ Food tasting session and find out about ‘beauty’ regimes in the era of Mary Queen of Scots! Enjoy traditional games!

Sat 11am-6pm

Glasgow Central Mosque 1 Mosque Avenue, G5 9TA Try your hand at Arabic Calligraphy!

Sat & Sun 11am-5pm

Glasgow Sheriff Court 1 Carlton Place, G5 9DA Visit the cells and a G4S transport vehicle!

Tours: Sat 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm; 45 mins

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Govan Old Church 866 Govan Road, G51 3UU Discover the secrets of organ music and stained glass & explore what life was like in the medieval period through artefact handling and costume activities. Try on a Viking shield, helmet and chainmail or become an ancient artist and make your own Celtic design.

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

Holmwood House 61-63 Netherlee Road, Cathcart, G44 3YU Get creative with building blocks and create your dream building. Whether it’s a castle or a fortress delve into your imagination like Thomson did to create Holmwood House. Play with mosaic tiles to recreate the patterns you'll see on the floors or make up your own.

Sat & Sun 12pm-5pm

Partickhill Bowling & Community Clubhouse and Green 46 Partickhill Road, G11 5BY Get out on the green and try your hand at bowls!

Age 9+ Sat & Sun 10am-4pm

Fossil Grove

Pollokshaws Burgh Hall

View the full children's programme at www.glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

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Castlemilk Stables

Small Animal Hospital Bearsden Road, G61 1BD Children will have the opportunity to view a range of different animal bones and x-ray images, complete a short quiz based on what they can see, and will be taught how to bandage feet, legs and heads on different dog mannequins such as Great Danes and Labradors. Ages 5-11.

Tours: Every half hour Sat 10am-4pm; 30 mins.

Meeting point: Reception Booking essential – glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

Pollokshaws Burgh Hall 2025 Pollokshaws Road, G43 1NE Discover new games from the past and try your hand at model making! Traditional games including peever bed; bagatelle; shove ha’penny; giant snakes and ladders; yoyos & quoits! Get hands-on with object handling of artefacts from the Burrell Collection & enjoy a screening of two Laurel & Hardy classics.

Games & Model Making: Sat 11am-3pm with model exhibition and prize giving at 3pm.

Film: Sat 4pm Handling Sessions: Tues 11th, 2pm & 6pm & Sat 15th, 6pm

Studio Pavilion House for an Art Lover, Bellahouston Park, Dumbreck Road, G41 5BW At Studio Pavilion we run art classes for adults and kids year round. Take part in free taster workshops in printmaking and kids arts activities as well as an exhibition material handling session.

Tues-Sun, 11am-4pm

Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow

Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow 232-242 St Vincent Street, G2 5RJ The Medical Visualisation showcase is designed for families and young people. It combines objects from our heritage collections with gaming, 3D modelling, and virtual reality technology. Age 8+.

Sun 10am-4pm

Dream House workshop - Hoskins Architects South Block, 60/64 Osborne Street, G1 5QH The Dream House drop in workshop aim is to encourage children to think about the design process. We want to inspire innovative ideas and get everyone using their hands and imaginations.

Sat, 10am-4pm

Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre 8-10 Balcarres Ave, Kelvindale, G12 0QF Come along for a puppet show and family puppet making activities! Explore behind the scenes in our carving room and creature workshop. All Ages.

Sat & Sun, 11am-3.30pm Free shows: 11am, 1pm, 3pm

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Little Shipmates The Tall Ship at Riverside Toddler session Tall Ship at Riverside, 150 Pointhouse Place, G3 8RS Board The Tall Ship for an exciting under the sea themed session featuring song, rhymes, puppets, music, games and imaginative play! Parent and child participation is encouraged. Ages 0-4.

Tue 11th, 10.30am; 45 mins Booking essential – glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

The Village Storytelling Centre Langton Halls, 69 Langton Road, Pollok, G53 5DD Come visit the Village Storytelling Centre. Hear seriously silly stories, get involved in creative crafts and much more! All ages.

Sat & Sun 12-4pm and Sat 6-8pm

All childrens illustrations by Sam Russell Walker www.samrussellwalker.com

West Boathouse The Weir, Glasgow Green, G1 5QA Get out on the water for rowing taster sessions!

Age 12+ Sat & Sun, 10am-4pm

THANK YOU With many thanks to the funders, sponsors, participants and volunteers who make Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival possible! If you would like to contribute to next year’s event visit: www.glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk/support Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival is coordinated by the Glasgow Building Preservation Trust www.gbpt.org, thanks to support from Glasgow City Council.

Doors Open Days is a national programme coordinated by Scottish Civic Trust.

It takes place throughout Scotland in September and is part of European Heritage Days, along with Scottish Archaeology Month, coordinated by Archaeology Scotland.

Information about the national programme, including event listings, can be found at www.doorsopendays.org.uk

Chris Stewart Group Peel/ Glasgow Harbour jmarchitects The Trades House of Glasgow Gardiner and Theobald

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