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- AlanLondon_UKLondon, UK714 contributionsWonderful little place, perfectly preserved. It’s well worth taking time to read all the accompanying literature including the recent maps and photos - the area really changed when they built the nearby motorway in the late 60s.Written 19 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Elizabeth W1 contributionI had my friends bridal shower at the house and was delighted with the service. Kate, the events co-ordinator was friendly, approachable and really quick to reply to any questions I asked. On the day we had afternoon tea and a buffet in the evening. The food was amazing and Scott and Chloe gave excellent service the whole day. I would definitely recommend to anyone looking to host an event!Written 27 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ann B7 contributionsThe building is beautiful, the tour well done and informative. And our tour guide Margaret was an absolute delight. She was charming and funny and definitely added to the experience.Written 22 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Lee_gray91Prestwick, UK725 contributionsGlasgow central is a very good train station with plenty of help about should you need it and plenty of places to eat and drink on while you waitWritten 20 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Robert FDunblane, UK6 contributionsThis is a hidden gem in Govan. There is on display ancient stones including humpback burial stones dating from the period of the Strathclyde Kingdom. The guides are are very friendly and helpful.
I would recommend you visit this facinating place. It is only a short walk from the new bridge.
It closes at the end of October and reopens in April opening hours between 1pm and 4pm. After your visit here tue it in with a visit to the Fairfield Heritage Centre which is a short walk away.Written 23 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Elizabeth G1 contributionVisited the museum yesterday with my friend.We both trained as nurses in GRI 40 years ago.Lorna kindly opened it up for us and was extremely friendly, knowledgeable and helpful whilst we were there.Her passion for it is evident.They have made a wonderful job of it and it was very interesting.Wound highly recommend going if you have an interest.Lots of other people came in too when we were there.Written 19 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Rob NDriffield, UK553 contributionsOne of the most interesting NTS properties I have visited. The guide was so interesting and informative that you want the tour to go on.
Great cafe and the staff were very helpful.Written 21 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Simone M32 contributionsWow
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Never heard so many s and c words used so elegantly, less affairly what a laugh and eye opener
We loved it!!!Written 22 May 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Tony McCutcheonGlasgow, UK30 contributionsMy wife and I recently got married in this stunning venue.
All the staff (especially Judy, Willie and Paul) were very friendly, professional and couldn't do enough to help make our day an amazing spectacle.
Everyone who attended thoroughly enjoyed themselves and commented on the stunning architecture and history of all the rooms and the building itself.
We would therefore thoroughly recommend this venue to anyone wishing to host any event.
Tony & Jacqui McCutcheonWritten 3 August 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Megan RMadison, WI7 contributionsWe had such a great day here today. The cathedral and its grounds were beautiful and I was able to photograph so much of the architecture for my nerdy theatre design friends. The stained glass windows were STUNNING.Written 31 July 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Rob RTredegar, UK2,682 contributionsVisited as it is located in Green park east end of Glasgow. Stunning building and beautiful architecture in a Venetian style. Never guess it use to be a carpet factory back in Victorian times. Lovely brewery next door and plenty to see in nearby park.Written 3 October 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- therichastillStevenage, UK3,497 contributionsPolice Boxes were once very common around the UK for use by police officers to keep in touch with each other.
Hence why one was used by Doctor Who as his Tardis to travel from place to place as they fitted in easily.
Nowadays they are a rarity and if people see one they automatically think of Doctor Who. There is one in the Cathedral Precinct so if you want to get a pic and pretend to be a companion then this is the place to go.Written 30 October 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Rosemary AdamGlasgow, UK7 contributionsMy friend and I visited this beautiful synagogue last week. Our guides Sandra and Deborah were very friendly and informative, explaining the history of the building and even playing a recording of the Cantor of the synagogue. This, we thought, along with the sun shining through the beautiful stained glass windows brought out the profound spirituality of this magnificent building . A lovely experience!
Rosemary Adam and Myra GrahamWritten 29 May 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Malgorzata12,077 contributionsSt Vincent Street Church is located west of the city center . It was opened in February 1859. The building was designed by one of Glasgow's most famous architects, Alexander Greek Thomson. The constituent parts of the building display different styles, with a typical Thomson Greek temple placed alongside an exotic clock tower which shows more oriental influences. Beautiful building.Written 19 October 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- PookyCakeVictoria, Canada14,832 contributionsAh, the Charing Cross Mansions! Really, there isn’t a whole lot to say about this lovely Victorian-era structure that hasn’t been said already. It is eye-catching – I’ll give it that. As I walked along Sauchiehall Street I couldn’t help but fix my gaze upon these mansions. Their French-Renaissance style sticks out like a sore thumb – in a good way – amongst all of the modern businesses that surround it. The red sandstone construction, concomitant with the figures that “sit” on it, hints at Glasgow’s architectural history. It is indeed a contrast to the contemporary landscape and is one that’s accentuated by the fact the M8 cuts through this area like a knife.
Unfortunately, there’s no plaque or history write-up on site that I was able to see; so, if you want context to the Charing Cross Mansions you’ll have to read up on them before or after you visit. In that respect, it was only after my quick visit that I learned the building was constructed between 1889 and 1891 and is considered the “first and possibly grandest of all the red sandstone tenements” in Glasgow. In the current day, the mansions function as apartments on the upper level while the lower level is dominated by a Starbucks, Subway and Driftwood (how’s that for a culture clash of sorts?). Based on a few of the earlier reviews, I get the sense that it is possible to rent and/or stay with somebody here, but they are, for the most part, private residences.
In short, the Charing Cross Mansions are very attractive to look at; however, I wouldn’t go out of my way to visit them unless you’ve got a major interest in architecture. Instead, consider them within the context of a quick stop as you walk along Sauchiehall Street en route to, or coming back from, the West End.Written 8 September 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
