Parkhead, United Kingdom

Parkhead Kids Trail

Parkhead Kids Trail

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7 tour stops

1

Parkhead Forge

Where steel, community, and a touch of culture once thrived!

 
2

Glasgow Savings Bank

A historic treasure where dreams of saving and architectural intrigue converge

 
3

Parkhead and Westmuir Economical Society

These busy bees were working for the common good of the community!

 
4

Parkhead Library

Step into a world of stories, where adventures await!

 
5

Formerly The Bowler's Rest

Raise a glass to history at Parkhead's oldest gem with tales of weavers and bowls!

 
6

Parkhead Wash House

A community hub of yesteryears, where laundry tales and shared secrets bubbled up!

 
7

Celtic Park

Enter Paradise - where history and passion collide!

 

Overview

Explore Parkhead, where every street tells a story of Glasgow's vibrant industrial past and rich cultural heritage.

📚 Parkhead Library, a Carnegie gem since 1906, invites adventure.
🏦 Nearby, the Glasgow Savings Bank, founded to promote savings, and a cooperative spirit.
🏭 Parkhead Forge, once Scotland's largest steelworks, boasted a vibrant community.
🍻 Discover the Bowler's Rest, Parkhead's oldest building turned pub, where history and bowling collide.
🧼 Step into the lively past of public washhouses, inspiring 'The Steamie' play.
⚽ Celtic Football Club, founded in 1887, found 'Paradise' in 1892, celebrated in statues.

Dive into Glasgow's history! #GlasgowLandmarks

Illustrations and design by Shirley Lochhead, Tea & Type.

Itinerary 1.2 km / 1:00

Offline map included

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