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List of listed buildings in Glasgow/12 facts for kids

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Glasgow is a big city in Scotland with many old and special buildings. Some of these buildings are called "listed buildings." This means they are protected by law because they are important for their history or amazing design. It's like giving them a special badge of honor!

These buildings are looked after by a group called Historic Environment Scotland. They make sure these places stay safe and beautiful for everyone to enjoy, now and in the future.

What Are Listed Buildings?

A listed building is a building that has been officially recognized as being very important. This could be because it's very old, has a unique style, or played a big part in history. When a building is listed, it means you can't make big changes to it without special permission. This helps keep its special features safe.

There are different levels of protection for listed buildings:

  • Category A: These are buildings of national or international importance. They are very special examples of their type, or they are linked to important historical events or people.
  • Category B: These buildings are important locally or regionally. They might be good examples of a certain style or period, but maybe not as rare as Category A buildings.
  • Category C(S): These buildings are of local importance. They are still interesting and contribute to the area's character, but they have the lowest level of protection.

Glasgow has many buildings from all these categories, showing its rich history and amazing architecture.

Famous Listed Buildings in Glasgow

The Trades House

The Trades House at 79-89 Glassford Street is a Category A listed building. It's a very old and important building that has been around since 1794. It was built for the "Trades House of Glasgow," which is a group of old trade guilds. These guilds were like clubs for different types of workers, such as bakers, weavers, or shoemakers. They helped their members and looked after the city. The building is a great example of Georgian architecture, which was popular a long time ago.

Trades Hall
The historic Trades Hall in Glasgow.

Belmont and Hillhead Parish Church

Located at 23 Saltoun Street, this church is also a Category A listed building. It's a beautiful church with a tall spire that stands out in the area. Churches like this often have amazing stained-glass windows and detailed stone carvings, telling stories from the past.

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Belmont and Hillhead Parish Church.

Notre Dame High School

Notre Dame High School at 160 Observatory Road is a Category A listed building. It's not just a school; it's a historic landmark! Many schools in Glasgow are in old, grand buildings, showing how much importance was placed on education in the past. This school's architecture is very impressive.

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Notre Dame High School.

Botanic Gardens Footbridge

At 730 Great Western Road, you'll find a footbridge over the River Kelvin in the Botanic Gardens. This bridge is a Category B listed structure. It's a lovely spot for a walk and shows how even bridges can be considered important historical pieces of engineering and design.

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Footbridge over River Kelvin in Glasgow Botanic Gardens.

Crosshill Queen's Park Church

This church, located at 40 Queen's Drive, is a Category A listed building. It's a grand building that used to be a church and is now protected for its architectural beauty and historical value. It includes its boundary walls, railings, and gatepiers, which are all part of its protected status.

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Crosshill Queen's Park Church.

The Necropolis

The Glasgow Necropolis, near Cathedral Square, is a Category A listed site. It's a famous Victorian cemetery on a hill, filled with amazing monuments and statues. It's like an outdoor museum, telling the stories of many important people from Glasgow's past. The views of the city from here are also incredible.

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Striking memorials at the Glasgow Necropolis.

Provan Hall

Provan Hall, located on Auchinlea Road, is a very old and important Category A listed building. It's one of Glasgow's oldest houses, dating back to the 15th century! It gives us a peek into what life was like hundreds of years ago.

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The historic Provan Hall.

St Andrew's East Church

This church at 681 Alexandra Parade is a Category A listed building. It's known for its stunning architecture and is a significant part of the local community's history. Its hall at 685 Alexandra Parade is also Category A listed, showing the importance of the entire complex.

St Andrews East Church
St Andrew's East Church.
St Andrew’s East church hall stone carving, Dennistoun, Glasgow
Stone carving at St Andrew's East Church Hall.

Former Alexander's Public School

At 94 Duke Street, this building, now St Mungo's RC School Annexe, is a Category A listed building. It was originally Alexander's School and is a great example of Victorian school architecture.

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The former Alexander's Public School.

Sir William Collins Memorial Fountain

Located in Glasgow Green, this fountain is a Category B listed monument. It's a beautiful public artwork that honors Sir William Collins, a former Lord Provost of Glasgow. Fountains like this often serve as meeting points and add beauty to public spaces.

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The Sir William Collins Memorial Fountain in Glasgow Green.

Finnieston Crane

The Stobcross Crane, also known as the Finnieston Crane, on Stobcross Quay, is a Category A listed structure. This giant crane is a symbol of Glasgow's industrial past, especially its shipbuilding heritage. It used to lift heavy parts onto ships and is a reminder of the city's role as a major port.

Finnieston Crane
The iconic Finnieston Crane.

Egyptian Halls

At 84-100 Union Street, the Egyptian Halls are a Category A listed building. Designed by the famous architect Alexander "Greek" Thomson, this building has a unique Egyptian-inspired style. It's a stunning example of Victorian architecture and shows Glasgow's bold design choices.

Greek Thomson Egyptian Halls
The distinctive Egyptian Halls.

Theatre Royal

The Theatre Royal at 254-290 Hope Street is a Category A listed building. It's one of Scotland's oldest and most beautiful theatres, hosting many plays, operas, and shows over the years. Its grand design makes it a special place for performances.

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The grand Theatre Royal in Glasgow.

St George's Tron Parish Church

Located at 163 Buchanan Street, this church is a Category A listed building. It's a prominent landmark in the city center, known for its impressive architecture and historical significance as a place of worship.

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St George's Tron Parish Church.

Custom House

The former Custom House at 298-306 Clyde Street is a Category A listed building. It used to be where customs officials worked, checking goods coming into the city by river. Its grand design reflects its important role in Glasgow's trade history. It is now the Office of the Procurator Fiscal.

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The former Custom House on Clyde Street.

Gallery of Modern Art

The Gallery of Modern Art (GoMA) at 111 Queen Street is a Category A listed building. This building has had many lives: it was once a mansion, then a library, and now a popular art gallery. Its transformation shows how old buildings can be given new purposes while keeping their historical charm.

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The Gallery of Modern Art.

University of Glasgow Reading Room

At 82 University Avenue, the University of Glasgow Reading Room is a Category A listed building. This beautiful room is part of the historic University of Glasgow, a very old and famous university. It's a quiet place where students can study, surrounded by impressive architecture.

University Of Glasgow Reading Room, University Avenue
The Reading Room at the University of Glasgow.

Wellington Church

Wellington Church at 76 University Avenue is a Category A listed building. It's a stunning example of Victorian church architecture, known for its tall spire and detailed design. It's a significant landmark in the West End of Glasgow.

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Wellington Church.

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    106-114 Argyle Street

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    Kelvin Hall

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    Springburn Railway Station

  • Cumberland Street Station - geograph.org.uk - 1168715

    Former Cumberland Street Station

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    Whiteinch Public Library

  • Hillhead Congregational Church (Charles Wilson Building)

    Sir Charles Wilson Building, Glasgow University

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    Woodlands Terrace Stairway To Clifton Street

  • The Arlington Baths, Glasgow 21 - exterior

    Arlington Street Baths

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    Baird Hall Of Residence

  • 14, 18 St Enoch Square, Glasgow

    14, 18 St Enoch Square

  • War memorial to all ranks of Cameronians

    Cameronians Monument in Kelvingrove Park

  • 38 Bath Street, Glasgow

    Former Mechanics' Institute

  • 113-115 (ODD NOS) BUCHANAN STREET AND 4 GORDON STREET

    113-115 Buchanan Street

  • Former Kelvingrove Parish Church, Derby Street, Glasgow

    Former Kelvingrove Parish Church

  • Cranstonhill Foundry

    58 Elliot Street

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    University Of Glasgow, Natural Philosophy Building

  • 12 University Gardens, University of Glasgow

    12 University Gardens

  • 24 Vinicombe Street, Glasgow LB32935

    Former Botanic Gardens Garage

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    Western Infirmary, Tennent Memorial Building

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    Kelvingrove Park Snow Bridge

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    St George's Buildings

  • Ibrox Bill Struth Main Stand

    Ibrox Stadium

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    Govan Old Parish Church

  • 222, 224 Darnley Street, Glasgow, Scotland

    222, 224 Darnley Street

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