GLASGOW: Glasgow - Filming Locations
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If you're looking to set up some filming in Glasgow here are some suggestions "film-friendly" locations....
City Centre
Glasgow School of Art, 167 Renfrew Street, Glasgow.
Charles
Rennie Mackintosh’s supreme architectural achievement, the building
remains a working educational establishment. Exterior and interior
shots worthwhile. Also a treasure trove of Mackintosh furniture. Contact: Rosy Matheson – Tel: 0141 353 4500
Glasgow Cathedral, Cathedral Square, Glasgow.
One
of Scotland's most magnificent medieval buildings, the Cathedral is the
only building of its kind on the Scottish mainland to survive the
Reformation of 1560 intact.
Contact: Joanne Morrison, Historic Scotland – Tel: 0131 668 8734
Necropolis, Castle Street, Cathedral Square, Glasgow.
Glasgow’s own Père Lachaise, adjacent
to Glasgow Cathedral, this spectacular cemetery is renowned for its
beautifully designed tombs and excellent views over the city.
Contact: Glasgow City Council - Land Services – Tel: 0141 287 5428
Tenement House, 145 Buccleuch Street, Glasgow.
Built around 1892 this is a fine example of a Victorian tenement flat, recreating living conditions in the first half of the 20th Century. Contact: Carly Lamberty (National Trust for Scotland – West Region) – Tel: 0141 616 2266
Gallery of Modern Art, Royal Exchange Square, Glasgow.
Located
in the former 18th century home of one of the city’s Tobacco Lords,
GoMA houses four floors of contemporary paintings, sculpture and
installations from around the world.
The Lighthouse, Scotland's Centre for Architecture, Design & the City, 11 Mitchell Lane, Glasgow.
The
former Glasgow Herald building is now home to Scotland's award winning
centre for architecture, design and the city. The Mackintosh tower
with its spiral staircase provides magnificent rooftop views.
Contact: John MacDonald - Tel: 0141 221 6362
The Willow Tea Rooms, 217 Sauchiehall Street Glasgow.
Designed
by Charles Rennie Mackintosh for Miss Kate Cranston in 1903, the Room
De Luxe has been restored to its original purple and silver décor. Contact: Joanne Murray – Tel: 0141 332 0521
City Chambers, George Square.
The
City Chambers is a masterpiece of Victorian architecture and has an
impressive loggia, marble staircases and stunning banqueting hall. George Square
is at the heart of the city and bordered by some of Glasgow's most
important buildings including City Chambers and the Merchants' House. Contact: Curator’s Office - Tel: 0141 287 2000.
Princes Square, Buchanan Street, Glasgow.
Stylish and sophisticated shopping mall, housed in 19th century stone-cleaned building with 20th century glass atrium. Contact: Elizabeth Baillie (Centre Manager) – Tel: 0141 225 0683
Italian Centre, John Street.
Italian
theme is explored here with restaurants and outlets such as Emporio
Armani and Cruise. Mecca for young and stylish. Glasgow’s café
culture very much in evidence here.
Buchanan Galleries, Buchanan Street.
Scotland’s largest city centre shopping development. Contact: Hamish Millar – Tel: 0141 333 9898
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, 2 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow.
The
Concert Hall has played host to some of the worlds greatest
orchestras. Scottish classical music is also well represented in the
Hall and it is the main venue for the popular Celtic Connections
festival which is held annually in the city. Contact: Jane Donald – Tel: 0141 353 8016
The Arches, 253 Argyle Street, Glasgow.
Housed
in Victorian Railway Vaults, the Arches produces a programme of
theatre, music, night clubs, exhibition and popular cultural events.
The unique atmosphere makes it one of the most exciting venues in the
city. Contact: Kirsten Innis – Tel: 0141 565 1023
The Tron Theatre, 63 Trongate, Glasgow.
Home to award-winning Tron Theatre Company, the theatre presents a mixed programme of drama, comedy, music and dance. Contact: Ann Nugent - Tel: 0141 559 5307
CCA, 350 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow.
The
Centre for Contemporary Arts embraces all modern art forms including,
visual art, music, film, performance and dance. Worth seeing for its
interior architecture alone, which contains 6 galleries, arthouse
cinema, bookshop and funky bar/restaurant.
Contact: Diane McGregor – Tel: 0141 352 4900
West End
University of Glasgow, University Avenue, Glasgow.
Founded
in 1451, the university boasts a long history of achievements ranging
from economist Adam Smith to scientist Lord Kelvin. Panoramic views of
the city from the top of the university's neo-gothic tower, quadrangles
and cloister.
Contact: Press office (in advance)Tel: 0141 330 3535.
The Mackintosh House (Hunterian Art Gallery, University of Glasgow).
Permanent
reconstruction of the three-storey Glasgow home of architect, artist
and designer Charles Rennie Mackintosh, one of the founders of the art
nouveau movement.
Contact: Pamela Robertson (in advance) – Tel: 0141 330 5431
The Tall Ship, Glasgow Harbour, 100 Stobcross Road, Glasgow.
Restored
to her former glory, the S.V Glenlee (1896) is one of only five
Clydebuilt sailing ships still afloat in the world. With exhibitions,
events and children’s activities.
Contact: Helen Collins – Tel: 0141 222 2513
Museum of Transport, 1 Bunhouse Road, Kelvin Hall, Glasgow.
Includes
a reconstruction of a 1930s Glasgow street scene, complete with cinema
and subway station. Other exhibits include trams, buses, locomotives,
cars and horse-drawn vehicles. Huge display of model ships in the
Clyde Room. Contact: Paul Kane (Glasgow City Council) - Tel: 0141 287 5387.
Clyde Auditorium (Armadillo), Finnieston Quay
The
Clyde Auditorium designed by Foster and Partners is a striking
structure, affectionately known as the Armadillo, although often
likened to the Sydney Opera House. The Auditorium is a satellite
extension to Scottish Exhibition & Conference Centre. Contact: SECC Press Office – Tel: 0141 287 3000
Finnieston Crane, Finnieston Quay
Giant
crane formerly used to lift locomotives onto ships for export abroad.
Now remains as a permanent reminder of the city’s engineering &
shipbuilding heritage. Contact: Clydeport Plc – Tel: 0141 221 8733
South Side
Film City Glasgow, 4 Summertown Road, Glasgow
Within
the elaborate Beaux Art Design of Govan Town Hall resides a filming
studio, state of the art post producation facilities including
Scotland's first Dolby Theatre, short term production office space, an
art workshop, a cafe and permanent office space for companies (Summer
2007).
Contact: Catherine Murtagh - 0141 445 7243
Clydebuilt, Scottish Maritime Museum, Kings Inch Road, Braehead, Glasgow.
The award-winning Scottish Maritime Museum tells the story of Glasgow and the Clyde from tobacco to shipbuilding. Contact: David Mann – Tel: 0141 886 1013
Braehead, Kings Inch Road, Glasgow.
Scotland’s
leading retail and leisure destination. Over 100 quality shops plus
retail park. 4000 seat arena, skating and curling rinks cafes and
restaurants. Contact: Anne Ledgerwood - Tel: 0141 885 1441
Burrell Collection, Pollok Country Park, 2060 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow.
This
unique collection, housed in an award winning parkland setting contains
more than 8,000 items, ranging from oriental art, mediaeval tapestries
and stained glass to sculpture, ceramics and the French
Impressionists. Contact: Paul Kane (Glasgow City Council)- Tel: 0141 287 5387
Pollok House, Pollok Country Park, 2060 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow.
One
of Scotland’s finest Georgian country houses situated in Pollok Country
Park which is also home to Glasgow's only herd of Highland Cattle and
offers horse riding, ranger walks etc.
Contact: Carly Lamberty (National Trust for Scotland – West Region) – Tel: 0141 616 2266
Scottish Football Museum, Hampden Park, Glasgow
Through
interactive display and videos the museum celebrates the history of
Scottish football with memorabilia from some of the legends of the
‘beautiful game’ including Kenny Dalglish and George Best. Contact: Colin Lobban – Tel: 0141 616 6100
Glasgow Science Centre, 50 Pacific Quay, Glasgow.
Glasgow
Science Centre is situated on the south bank of the river and showcases
science through an exciting array of interactive exhibits and demo
theatres. The Centre includes the Science Mall, IMAX cinema and
Planetarium along with the 127m Glasgow Tower for spectacular views
across the city and beyond. Contact: Claire Gemson (Real PR) - Tel: 0141 572 5373.
House for An Art Lover, Bellahouston Park, 10 Dumbreck Road, Glasgow.
Designed
by Charles Rennie Mackintosh in 1901, House for an Art Lover was
finally completed in 1996 using Mackintosh's original drawings. The
House contains a permanent exhibition of decorative furnished rooms,
realised by contemporary artists.
Contact: Dorothy Johnston – Tel: 0141 353 4770
Scotland Street School, 225 Scotland Street, Glasgow.
Art
nouveau building by Charles Rennie Mackintosh, now a Museum of
Education. Contains reconstructions of Victorian, Edwardian, World War
II and 1960s classrooms. School children regularly get to dress up in
Victorian/Edwardian school uniform and experience a living history
lesson.
Contact: Paul Kane (Glasgow City Council)- Tel: 0141 287 5387
The Tramway, 25 Albert Drive, Glasgow.
Presenting
an innovative programme of visual arts the Tramway has become one of
the leading spaces for contemporary arts in Europe. Contact Glasgow City Council Press Office - Tel: 0141 287 2000
Glasgow Rangers Football Club, Ibrox Stadium, 150 Edmiston Drive, Glasgow.
Scottish
Premier League Football Club with on-site Rangers Superstore. Tours
of the stadium are available depending on fixtures. Contact: Press Office – Tel: 0141 580 8500
East End
Celtic Football Club, Celtic Park, Glasgow.
Scottish Premier League Football Club. Visitor Centre, tours of the stadium and museum available.
Contact: Press Office – Tel: 0141 551 4276
Templeton Carpet Factory, Glasgow Green
Based on the Doge’s Palace in Venice, this multi-coloured building is visually stunning.
People’s Palace, Glasgow Green.
Built
in 1898 for the people of Glasgow, the museum tells the story of
Glasgow from 1750 to the present day. Attached to the People's Palace
is the elegant Victorian glasshouse, the Winter Gardens.
Contact: Paul Kane (Glasgow City Council) – Tel: 0141 287 5387
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