Holmwood House

Lying just a few miles from the centre of Glasgow, Holmwood House has been described as Alexander 'Greek' Thomson's finest domestic design!

About Holmwood House

	61-63 Netherlee Road, Glasgow South Side G44 3YU
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It was built in 1857-8 for James Couper, a local businessman. Many rooms are richly ornamented in wood, plaster and marble.

Thomson's original room decoration, based on themes from the classical world, is being uncovered and visitors may follow the progress of this continuing conservation work.

Outside there are attractive riverside grounds to explore and a small kitchen garden, planted with a range of Victorian herbs, fruit and vegetables.

Family Friendly
Children’s quizzes.
Baby changing facilities.
Suitable for picnics on the grass, no picnic tables.
Baby back carriers not admitted.
Storage is available for pushchairs while at the house, as pushchairs are permitted in the grounds only.

Cafe, Shop & Facilities
There is a shop in the original kitchen and pantry of the house, selling gifts, sweets, food, ‘Greek’ Thomson-related goods and a wide range of architectural books. Produce from the kitchen garden is available in season, including herbs.

Teas and coffees are served in the kitchen courtyard.

Dogs are welcome in the grounds if kept on a lead.

Ample car parking is available at the rear of the house and kitchen garden.

Accessibility
Parking is available at the rear of the property, and there is wheelchair access at the side.

Holmwood House is fully accessible, with a lift to the first floor.

A wheelchair is available.

The grounds consist of wooded areas with grass; there are no hard surfaces. Some areas are accessible.There is an accessible toilet.

There is an audio tour and room guides in the house.

There is an inductive ear hook for the audio tour of the house.

The audio tour is available in French and German.

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Upcoming Events at Holmwood House

Shopping

Holmwood Market

Selected dates between 14th September 2025 - 9th November 2025

Holmwood House, Glasgow South Side

Holmwood Market features a fantastic line up of top quality producers and makers bringing with them all kinds of wonderful foods, drinks, arts, crafts and artisan goods!

Tour

Doors Open Days: Holmwood House

20th September 2025 - 21st September 2025

Holmwood House, Glasgow South Side

Discover Holmwood House Alexander 'Greek' Thomson's finest domestic creation as part of Glasgow's Doors Open Days Festival 2025!

Tour

House Tour: Holmwood and ‘Greek’ Thomson’s Glasgow

Selected dates between 26th September 2025 - 28th September 2025

Holmwood House, Glasgow South Side

Enjoy a special guided tour of Holmwood House as they host a unique weekend of events in celebration of the re-release of Guy McCrone's 'Wax Fruit' trilogy!

Tour

House Tour: Holmwood and Industrial Glasgow

26th September 2025

Holmwood House, Glasgow South Side

Enjoy a special guided tour of Holmwood House as they host a unique weekend of events in celebration of the re-release of Guy McCrone's 'Wax Fruit' trilogy!

Talks and Lectures

Life of Victorian Women: Talk & Tea-Tasting at Holmwood

26th September 2025

Holmwood House, Glasgow South Side

Join us in the Drawing Room at Holmwood House where you will learn more about life as a woman in the Victorian era; the fashions, the rules, and the many expectations.

Workshops

Book Bag Embroidery Workshop at Holmwood

27th September 2025

Holmwood House, Glasgow South Side

We invite you to the Dining Room of Holmwood, where you will be given the opportunity to design your own book bag inspired by Holmwood’s iconic interior designs.

Tour

The World of ‘Wax Fruit’ at Holmwood

27th September 2025

Holmwood House, Glasgow South Side

Forge your own path as you explore Holmwood House at your own pace. See for yourself the world of Wax Fruit up close within Holmwood’s historic walls.

Workshops

Victorian Dance Workshop at Holmwood

27th September 2025

Holmwood House, Glasgow South Side

Whether you're a curious newcomer or a seasoned enthusiast, this Victorian Dance Workshop at Holmwood House promises a rich blend of dance, history, and fun.

Books

Book Exchange at Holmwood

28th September 2025

Holmwood House, Glasgow South Side

Join us as we close our 'Wax Fruit' weekend with a book exchange. Bring some of your pre-loved books and exchange them for new reads, and learn more about Holmwood's history!

Halloween

Holmwood Séance Experience

30th October 2025 - 31st October 2025

Holmwood House, Glasgow South Side

This Halloween, Holmwood House invites to you participate in a unique Victorian Séance Experience hosted by Cara Hamilton!

Chinese New Year

The Market at Holmwood: Christmas Edition

23rd November 2025

Holmwood House, Glasgow South Side

Don't miss a special festive market in the grounds of Holmwood House on Sunday 23rd November and get ahead with your Christmas shopping!

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