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Glasgow Requiem: The Walk

Discover the hidden lives and stories of the city on an immersive audio journey through Glasgow with The Walk, FREE to experience for everyone.

Glasgow Requiem: The Walk

About Glasgow Requiem: The Walk

1st Jan 2025 to 31st Dec 2025
Recommended 10am - 5pm
Glasgow Cathedral
Glasgow Cathedral Castle Street, Glasgow City Centre G4 0QZ
This is a free event
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Narrated and hosted by Gary Lewis (Billy Elliot, Vigil, Outlander) and other voices.

Follow this captivating audio trail through the streets, beginning at Townhead and ending at Glasgow Necropolis. Taking in iconic landmarks such as the Royal Infirmary and Cathedral and more, weaving your way through some of the city’s most visited places and uncovering some of the hidden lives and stories they’re built on.

All you’ll need is your charged phone and a pair of headphones plus our tailored map which you can print off in advance or pick up a copy at the starting point. Access the audio via our website, bring an adventurous spirit and you’re ready to go!

The Walk is best experienced with two people or more walking together, but listening separately, and best enjoyed between 10am to 5pm.

Join a communal walk held every Saturday at 2pm throughout May and June with two friendly volunteers to greet you in person and walk the route alongside you and any other people who join that day. No booking necessary, just turn up.

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