Pollok House
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  • Doreen C
    Helensburgh, United Kingdom1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Pollock House Tour with Afternoon Tea
    We visited on Sunday 11th June 2023. My friend's Birthday is Christmas Day,so we decided to make this her official birthday just like the king. I arranged a day at Pollock House. We also booked the Afternoon Tea in the Dining room. Jill our guide for the tour was great. She was very knowledgeable about the history of the house and family. It was great listening to her talk about this great family and all they achieved in their lifetime. We also got a chance to ask questions whilst doing the tour. I am disabled but Jill took time to make sure I was comfortable with the pace of the tour. When we finished the official tour we had a chance to wander round on our own. At 14.30pm we returned to the dining room for our delicious Afternoon Tea. The young lady who served us had only just recently started to work for the National Trust but already she is a credit to them. I am deeply sorry that I did not get her name.
    Visited June 2023
    Travelled with friends
    Written 11 June 2023
  • Jennifer H
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A wealth of hospitality & knowledge
    A wealth of beauty in true Georgian fashion, but what made our visit was the knowledge and hospitality of the staff. We are especially grateful for Angus. We learned about the family heritage, the architecture, the interior design, the artwork, and so much more through his introduction. He is a delight. Easy to converse with and eager to answer any question you may have. Thank you for such a memorable experience.
    Visited June 2023
    Travelled with friends
    Written 29 June 2023
  • atleticodeglasgow
    13 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great afternoon in an oasis in the city!
    A great afternoon viewing the house. I'd recommend spending some time with a guide listening to the local history, especially the sad stories of the witch trials. The gardens are great for wandering around, followed by tea and a scone in the cafe!
    Visited June 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 1 July 2023
  • Zoe R
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Wonderful guides
    We enjoyed a great day out here. A impressive collection of Spanish art and truly fascinating history to the house. Jill the tour guide was very happy to answer all our questions and even modified the tour to cater to those interests. Truly great guides, highly recommend.
    Visited August 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 29 August 2023
  • Maureen C
    Falkirk, United Kingdom1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Pollock House
    What an unforgettable visit we had, thanks to a most excellent guide, Jill, who was enthusiastic as well as knowledgeable. She made our visit so special and made time to answer questions and explain artefacts we found especially interesting. The house is closing for refurbishment but we were concerned that the future use of the building and therefore the future of the staff was uncertain.
    Visited September 2023
    Travelled with friends
    Written 30 September 2023
  • Hawkins
    Telford, United Kingdom3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very interesting visit
    The house was very interesting, we joined the optional tour at 3pm and our guide Jill was so knowledgeable and made the visit memorable. She even went above and beyond and answered our questions about the historical witch trial and the Pollock Beech. Thanks Jill and good luck with the book. Parts of the garden are lovely and other parts are sadly a bit neglected. A sign by what is left of the Pollok Beech, what it used to look like and what happened to it would be a good idea. The Burrel Collection is a 20 minute walk or so from Pollok House and well worth a visit too. Free parking for National Trust members at Pollok House, but you have to collect a stamped ticket from the entrance, to display in your window.
    Visited September 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 3 October 2023
  • Derek B
    Glasgow, United Kingdom6 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Brilliant guided tour
    I accept some previous comments that the cafe is not quite what it used to be. Today, for the first time in many years, we took the guided tour of the house. We found it fascinating, brought alive by the knowledge of Oliver, our guide, who I hope is recognised by the NTS for his great service. (But maybe speak a wee bit slower!)
    Visited October 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 8 October 2023
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Soph
Scotland, UK14 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Friends
Such a stunning place. So glad we visited it before it closes in November. Staff were great and answered any questions we had.
Written 29 October 2023
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philip h
1 contribution
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Family
Quite disappointed to be honest but then I am comparing it to many of the wonderful houses in Wales and the North West!
I am not sure if has anything to do with the involvement of the local council, but it was extremely drab and unkempt generally inside and out. I realise there is a major refurbishment planned soon but notwithstanding that it just felt that nobody cared!
The gardens were untidy and very unimpressive.
We were dreading the food on offer due to other reviews we had read from earlier this year but, wow, the food and attitude of the canteen staff was exemplary, well done!
Written 18 October 2023
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Derek B
Glasgow, UK6 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Couples
I accept some previous comments that the cafe is not quite what it used to be. Today, for the first time in many years, we took the guided tour of the house. We found it fascinating, brought alive by the knowledge of Oliver, our guide, who I hope is recognised by the NTS for his great service. (But maybe speak a wee bit slower!)
Written 8 October 2023
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Hawkins
Telford, UK3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Couples
The house was very interesting, we joined the optional tour at 3pm and our guide Jill was so knowledgeable and made the visit memorable. She even went above and beyond and answered our questions about the historical witch trial and the Pollock Beech. Thanks Jill and good luck with the book.
Parts of the garden are lovely and other parts are sadly a bit neglected. A sign by what is left of the Pollok Beech, what it used to look like and what happened to it would be a good idea.
The Burrel Collection is a 20 minute walk or so from Pollok House and well worth a visit too.
Free parking for National Trust members at Pollok House, but you have to collect a stamped ticket from the entrance, to display in your window.
Written 3 October 2023
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Maureen C
Falkirk, UK1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Friends
What an unforgettable visit we had, thanks to a most excellent guide, Jill, who was enthusiastic as well as knowledgeable. She made our visit so special and made time to answer questions and explain artefacts we found especially interesting. The house is closing for refurbishment but we were concerned that the future use of the building and therefore the future of the staff was uncertain.
Written 30 September 2023
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Nicole L
Glasgow, UK2 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Family
I found the staff area downstairs (which you can access for free) more interesting than the upstairs rooms. Pity you are not allowed into more of the house as there is not much to see, disappointing considering the price!
Written 4 September 2023
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Zoe R
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Family
We enjoyed a great day out here. A impressive collection of Spanish art and truly fascinating history to the house. Jill the tour guide was very happy to answer all our questions and even modified the tour to cater to those interests. Truly great guides, highly recommend.
Written 29 August 2023
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Mad O
Caversham, UK10 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Couples
Fascinating history of this house brought to life by our tour guide, Jill, whose encyclopaedic knowledge of the Maxwell family was astonishing! Recommended.
Written 17 August 2023
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atleticodeglasgow
glasgow,scotland13 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2023 • Family
A great afternoon viewing the house. I'd recommend spending some time with a guide listening to the local history, especially the sad stories of the witch trials.
The gardens are great for wandering around, followed by tea and a scone in the cafe!
Written 1 July 2023
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Jennifer H
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2023 • Friends
A wealth of beauty in true Georgian fashion, but what made our visit was the knowledge and hospitality of the staff. We are especially grateful for Angus. We learned about the family heritage, the architecture, the interior design, the artwork, and so much more through his introduction. He is a delight. Easy to converse with and eager to answer any question you may have. Thank you for such a memorable experience.
Written 29 June 2023
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