Glasgow Gallowgate
East End Heritage Trail Part 1-Calton
Meeting point: The Mercat Cross G40
Booking: FULLY BOOKED!
Information: How many A & B listed buildings and monuments do you think there are in Bridgeton and Calton? You may be surprised to find there are over 60! The City Council's Development & Regeneration Services and Land & Environmental Services have prepared a fascinating heritage trail of the East End marking out the discernable beauty of some of the finest buildings in Scotland. The trail also incorporates a brief history of the Weavers with a 19th Century map and history of some forty weaving mills and plants in the East End. Join Peter Mortimer on the Calton part of the Trailwhich follows a map of over 30 listed buildings, including their history and exquisite architectural designs. Taking about 2 hours and including the People's Palace and Doulton Fountain, through St Andrew's in the Square, the Barras, Abercromby Street cemetery and another 25 hidden gems. Booking essential.