Glasgow Green

Glasgow Green is a popular destination and a great place to spend a day outdoors, it is easily accessible from the city centre and offers something for everyone!

About Glasgow Green

	Greendyke Street, Glasgow City Centre G1 5DB
	Glasgow Green Website

Listed Under Attractions - Gardens and Parks / Attractions - Days Out

Glasgow Green is by far the oldest of the city's parks established in the 15th century. It is situated within walking distance of the city centre east of the Saltmarket.

It's home to a variety of attractions, including:

• The People's Palace, a museum dedicated to the history of Glasgow's working class
• The Nelson Monument, a 130-foot (40-meter) column dedicated to Admiral Lord Nelson
• The McLennan Arch, a 19th-century archway that is a popular spot for photo ops
• The Templeton Carpet Factory, a former carpet factory that is now a popular event space
• The St. Andrew's Suspension Bridge, a suspension bridge that connects Glasgow Green to the south side of the River Clyde

Glasgow Green is also a popular spot for walking, fishing, and cycling.

In addition to its historical and recreational attractions, Glasgow Green is also home to a number of events throughout the year including TRNSMT Festival and the World Pipe Band Championships.

Glasgow Green is a popular tourist destination and a great place to spend a day outdoors. It is easily accessible from the city center and offers something for everyone.

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Upcoming Events at Glasgow Green

Music

World Pipe Band Championships

16th August 2024 - 17th August 2024

Glasgow Green, Glasgow City Centre

Thousands of pipers and drummers are expected to compete for the ultimate prize in pipe band competition when the World Pipe Band Championships return to Glasgow Green on the 16th and 17th August!

Charity and Fundraiser

MS Walk Glasgow

28th September 2024

Glasgow Green, Glasgow City Centre

MS Walk Glasgow is back for 2024! Being held at Glasgow Green on Saturday 28th September, join in and walk, roll or stroll to help stop MS!

Active

The Glasgow 1.5k, 5k, 10k and Half Marathon MoRun

24th November 2024

Glasgow Green, Glasgow City Centre

Let's MOVE for Movember and make this November the biggest ever month that MoBro's, MoSista's and Mini MoRunners come together for the Glasgow 1.5k, 5k, 10k and Half Marathon MoRun!

Music

TRNSMT Festival

11th July 2025 - 13th July 2025

Glasgow Green, Glasgow City Centre

TRNSMT will return to Glasgow Green for its 8th year between the 11th and 13th July 2025, bringing its massive energy to the city once again!

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Maryhill Park Spence Street, Glasgow West End G20 0AW

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Seven Lochs Wetland Park

Seven Lochs Wetland Park Cumbernauld Road, Glasgow North G33 1AH

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Inveraray Castle

Inveraray Castle , Inveraray PA32 8XE

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The Childrens Wood

North Kelvin Meadow Clouston Street or Kelbourne Street, Glasgow West End G20 8PR

The Children's Wood on North Kelvin Meadow, and the Meadow itself, make up the last wild space in the west-end of Glasgow!

Gardens and Parks

Dawsholm Park

Dawsholm Park Ilay Road, Glasgow West End G61 1QQ

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Balloch Castle Country Park

Balloch Country Park Drymen Road, Balloch G83 8LX

Balloch Castle Country Park is one of the finest public spaces in the West of Scotland with fantastic views over Loch Lomond and plenty of things to see and do!

Gardens and Parks

Geilston Garden

Geilston Garden Main Road Cardross, Dumbarton G82 5HD

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Horatios Garden Scotland

The Scottish National Spinal Unit Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, Glasgow South Side G51 4TF

Horatio's Garden opened in August 2016 at the Scottish National Spinal Injuries Unit at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, Glasgow. This is the spinal unit for the whole of Scotland.

Gardens and Parks

Rosshall Park & Gardens

Rosshall Park & Gardens Crookston Road, Glasgow South Side G52 3NQ

Rosshall Park & Gardens has a unique combination of historical, cultural and environmental heritage and outstanding landscape and conservation values.

Gardens and Parks

Levengrove Park

Levengrove Park , Dumbarton G82 4AZ

Levengrove Park, in Dumbarton, is located on a dramatic stretch of land where the River Leven meets the estuary of the River Clyde.

Gardens and Parks

Linn Park

Linn Park , Glasgow South Side G44 5TA

Linn Park is the second largest park in the city and with its variety of activities combined with its extensive grounds you can be assured of an enjoyable visit no matter the time of the year!

Gardens and Parks