Tolbooth Steeple
Tolbooth Steeple
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macedonboy
Glasgow, UK186,766 contributions
Jun 2019 • Solo
I can't believe this thing is still standing. I can still remember this structure from childhood where it sits in the middle of Glasgow Cross. Built in 1626, the steeple is one of the oldest buildings in Glasgow and still has a working clock. The Tolbooth Steeple is all that remains of the original Tolbooth buildings, which originally contained many of the civic buildings in Glasgow.
Not a must see, but a bit of history.
Not a must see, but a bit of history.
Written 20 June 2019
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anthony
Scotland, UK1,555 contributions
Dec 2015 • Couples
The history of the steeple is interesting with many wrongdoers hanged to death. Good news, not used now!!! Use the local pub for more information. You will be warmly greeted with good food and drinks at reasonable prices. You can walk from herebto the Borrowlands. This area is steeped in history and old Glasgow memorabilia. It is walking distance from Argyle Street M&S corner and flat. Merchant city is also in this same area -recommend you walk around as more history to learn and eat and drink and shop.
Written 20 December 2015
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Magellano81
Tortona, Italy40,206 contributions
Apr 2013
Honestly it's just a simple clock tower, I don't think it's one of the best city lendmark but nevertheless it's still a very beautiful architectural work to watch.
Maybe unknowing the story might seem just another Tower, in any case, I appreciate the short visit.
Maybe unknowing the story might seem just another Tower, in any case, I appreciate the short visit.
Written 25 May 2013
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lizzy21
Ardrossan, UK1,881 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
Lovely iconic clock tower in Glasgow (Barras end) it’s very striking and most definitely worth a look at of your in the area.
Written 19 July 2023
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Mark P
Glasgow, UK96 contributions
May 2019 • Solo
Historical and iconic building. Has been there all my life. Very interesting past. Would love to climb the stairs to the top.
Written 1 June 2019
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frank1e
Edinburgh, UK1,293 contributions
Sept 2018 • Couples
reading the reviews about tolbooth steeple I'm saying confused because of photos showing Mercat cross which lies at the bottom of the high street and the salt market.not Glasgow green as in photos. the Mercat cross was see info below.
The present Mercat Cross is a copy of one which stood here up to the mid-seventeenth century. The crown of the Tolbooth Steeple stands behind the cross.The structure is in the form of an octagonal tower with the cross (which is topped by a heraldic unicorn holding a shield) rising high above it. On the tower`s western side a plaque declares that this is The Mercat Cross of Glasgow, built in the year of grace 1929. Above that is the coat of arms of the city with its motto Let Glasgow flourish.
The present Mercat Cross is a copy of one which stood here up to the mid-seventeenth century. The crown of the Tolbooth Steeple stands behind the cross.The structure is in the form of an octagonal tower with the cross (which is topped by a heraldic unicorn holding a shield) rising high above it. On the tower`s western side a plaque declares that this is The Mercat Cross of Glasgow, built in the year of grace 1929. Above that is the coat of arms of the city with its motto Let Glasgow flourish.
Written 18 September 2018
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margaretc007
Bethesda, MD4,404 contributions
Jul 2017 • Friends
Touring the old city of Glasgow, one can't miss this landmark. Very striking looking. It is apparently the only remaining part of Glasgow's 17th century tolbooth.
Written 26 August 2017
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anthony
Scotland, UK1,555 contributions
Apr 2017 • Couples
This steeple is well worth the short walk from the city centre. Walking through Merchant City, you can visit many shops, restaurants, bars and much more. Then, you have the steeple to admire and take photo memories
Written 1 May 2017
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Sarah Garden
Glasgow, UK1,562 contributions
Jul 2016
Slice of glasgows history. Interesting tower which has been preserved in its location. A good feature of the part where the merchant city meets the east end. Surrounded by busy crossings but interesting to look at.
Written 16 July 2016
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Connoisseur-of-Life
Mississauga, Canada1,359 contributions
Nov 2015 • Couples
Those who seek this remnant of the past are rewarded with a sense of history and a Kodak moment. To truly savour this architectural survivor, try the nearby Tolbooth pub, an Irish themed authentic Edwardian pub [est.1906] with great prices and a friendly clientele.
Written 18 November 2015
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