Glasgow Green
Glasgow Green is a popular destination and a great place to spend a day outdoors, it is easily accessible from the city centre and offers something for everyone!
About Glasgow Green
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Glasgow Green is by far the oldest of the city's parks established in the 15th century. It is situated within walking distance of the city centre east of the Saltmarket.
It's home to a variety of attractions, including:
• The People's Palace, a museum dedicated to the history of Glasgow's working class
• The Nelson Monument, a 130-foot (40-meter) column dedicated to Admiral Lord Nelson
• The McLennan Arch, a 19th-century archway that is a popular spot for photo ops
• The Templeton Carpet Factory, a former carpet factory that is now a popular event space
• The St. Andrew's Suspension Bridge, a suspension bridge that connects Glasgow Green to the south side of the River Clyde
Glasgow Green is also a popular spot for walking, fishing, and cycling.
In addition to its historical and recreational attractions, Glasgow Green is also home to a number of events throughout the year including TRNSMT Festival and the World Pipe Band Championships.
Glasgow Green is a popular tourist destination and a great place to spend a day outdoors. It is easily accessible from the city center and offers something for everyone.
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Upcoming Events at Glasgow Green
Walking and Wheeling Festival
The Glasgow Walking and Wheeling Festival - which celebrates walking and wheeling and promotes active travel - will take place on Glasgow Green on Saturday 11th May!
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Glasgow Race for Life
Sign up now for the 2024 Cancer Research UK Race for Life Glasgow 3K, 5K or 10K on Sunday 19th May, and help the fight to beat cancer!
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TRNSMT Festival
TRNSMT will return to Glasgow Green for its 7th year between the 12th and 14th July 2024, bringing its massive energy to the city once again!
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Glasgow’s Pride March and Mardi Gla
Glasgow's Pride March and Mardi Gla will be held on Saturday 20th July kicking off at Glasgow Green before weaving its way into City Centre!
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The Glasgow 1.5k, 5k, 10k and Half Marathon MoRun
Let's MOVE for Movember and make this November the biggest ever month that MoBro's, MoSista's and Mini MoRunners come together for the Glasgow 1.5k, 5k, 10k and Half Marathon MoRun!
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16 Dumbreck Road,
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Newlands Park
Newlands Park Lubnaig Road,
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427 Baltic Street,
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2060 Pollokshaws Road,
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Hermitage Park
Hermitage Park Sinclair Street,
Helensburgh G84 8TX
Located in Helensburgh, Hermitage Park is a set of formal gardens containing attractive fields, shrubbery and a fascinating old mill!
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Glasgow Countryside Rangers
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Various Locations Glasgow
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Victoria Park
Victoria Park Drive North,
Glasgow West End G14
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Castlemilk Park
Castlemilk Park Machrie Road,
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Geilston Garden
Geilston Garden is a magical 200-year-old walled garden by the River Clyde with adventure playground and floral mini-maze!
READ MORE
The Back Garden
The Back Garden is a community growing space and natural play area on land behind the Possilpark Health & Care Centre.
READ MORE
Bellahouston Park
Bellahouston Park has many features and facilities to tempt visitors and local residents to its grounds. It boasts formal gardens and open parkland in...
READ MORE
Garscadden Local Nature Reserve
This tranquil woodland, with its majestic ancient oaks and old hawthorn hedges, has been growing on this hillside on the edge of Glasgow for hundreds of years.
READ MORE
Newlands Park
The park is considered to be one of the more beautiful small parks which hosts a wide variety of trees shrubs and plants including a rockery, rose garden...
READ MORE
Baltic Street Adventure Playground
Baltic Street Adventure Playground is supervised adventure playground for children from 6 to 12 years. Free to attend, Free to explore, Free to create, Free to play!
READ MORE
Pollok Country Park
Pollok Country Park is Glasgow's largest park and the only Country Park within Glasgow. Its extensive woodlands and gardens provide a quiet sanctuary for both visitors and wildlife.
READ MOREHermitage Park
Located in Helensburgh, Hermitage Park is a set of formal gardens containing attractive fields, shrubbery and a fascinating old mill!
READ MORE
Glasgow Countryside Rangers
The Glasgow Countryside Ranger Service offer an annual program of guided walks and activities that are free of charge at parks across the city!
READ MORE
Victoria Park
Originally acquired by the Burgh of Partick, Victoria Park was named for Queen Victoria's golden jubilee in 1887 and is considered to be Glasgow's prettiest park!
READ MORE
Castlemilk Park
The woodlands of Castlemilk Park run through the heart of Castlemilk and are a great place to visit; it’s a place that is rich in history and a home to many creatures.
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