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More photographs of Glasgow’s at-risk buildings taken by the members of Queens Park Camera Club.
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Author: Taylor Cross-Whiter
Recording | CPD: Structural Repairs to a Historic Townhouse
Exhibition
In this exhibition we have partnered with Queen’s Park Camera Club to capture the risks facing some of Glasgow’s most iconic buildings. Through contemporary photography, we aim to highlight the vulnerability of these historic buildings while also encouraging solutions and practical steps towards their repair and maintenance.
Below you can find links to see more photographs from Queens Park Camera Club, as well as further resources for looking after historic buildings.
Free entry
Exhibition Opening Hours:
Every Wednesday to Friday, June to August
GCHT, 54 Bell Street, G1 1LQ
We’ll also be open:
Saturday 31 May
Sunday 1 June
Saturday 5 July
Saturday 2 August
**Sold out** CPD: Stone Repairs to Walmer Crescent
Tuesday, 15th April 2025 | 12:00pm (noon) – 1:00pm | Meet outside Cessnock Subway Station, G51 1AT
This CPD offers a training opportunity for built heritage professionals to view the stone repair works currently underway at the Category A-listed Walmer Crescent.
Designed by Alexander “Greek” Thomson, the Crescent is a terraced row of tenements. In 2024, a significant bulge was noticed in the stonework at the base of part of the terrace, which required emergency propping up. Works are now underway to understand the causes and fix the damage to prevent further structural problems. Participants will get to see the works in-situ, and learn more about general stonework repairs.
This CPD will be outside so please dress for the weather. PPE is required (hard hats & hi-vis). We can provide PPE, or feel free to bring your own if you have it.
£10 per person / £5 for students
All sessions are recognised by the Institute of Historic Building Conservation (IHBC) as being capable of contributing to the obligatory CPD requirements of Full Members (see www.ihbc.org.uk)
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Glasgow Historic Environment: A Snapshot – 2019
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Blog Post: Ghosts and Zombies
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CPD: Structural Repairs to a Historic Townhouse
Thursday, 27th March | 1:00 – 2:00pm | In-person at 54 Bell Street, G1 1LQ and online via Zoom
Join GCHT for a CPD session exploring the complex structural repair of 8 Belhaven Terrace, a B-listed townhouse designed by James Thomson in the 1860s. The project architect, Bill Coltart of Coltart Earley Architecture, will discuss the severe structural failure which caused the rear elevation to bulge outward, ultimately requiring the wall to be completely rebuilt from the second floor up.
Attendees will learn about the challenges of stabilising historic masonry, addressing water ingress and rot, and managing projects to allow residents to remain in-situ.
£10 per person / £5 for students (Light lunch provided)
All sessions are recognised by the Institute of Historic Building Conservation (IHBC) as being capable of contributing to the obligatory CPD requirements of Full Members (see www.ihbc.org.uk)
You might also be interested in…
Glasgow Historic Environment: A Snapshot – 2019
Ever wondered which buildings in your neighbourhood are listed, or even on Scotland’s Buildings at Risk Register? Our new interactive map shows data collated between February and April 2018 which gives a snapshot of the current state of Glasgow’s historic built environment.
Blog Post: Ghosts and Zombies
Read our latest blog post about our Ghost Signs of Glasgow project, pondering the nature of ghost signs and what they tell us about the urban landscape.
Taking Care of Your Tenement
Saturday 1st March | 11:30am – 1:00pm | Reidvale Neighbourhood Centre | 13 Whitevale Street, G31 1QW
Worried about a leaky roof? Concerned about damp in your flat? Not sure how to talk to your neighbours about joint repairs?
Join GCHT and Under One Roof for a free and informative event aimed at owner-occupiers, landlords or anyone who wants to learn more about maintaining and managing their historic tenement flats.
Topics covered will include tenement maintenance and management, communal repairs and what to consider when undertaking works. There will also be a chance to hear about GCHT’s historic environment grants programme and whether you might be eligible for funding.
We’ll finish with a Q&A session where you can ask us your top tenement questions!
Free, booking required
You might also be interested in…
Glasgow Historic Environment: A Snapshot – 2019
Ever wondered which buildings in your neighbourhood are listed, or even on Scotland’s Buildings at Risk Register? Our new interactive map shows data collated between February and April 2018 which gives a snapshot of the current state of Glasgow’s historic built environment.
Blog Post: Ghosts and Zombies
Read our latest blog post about our Ghost Signs of Glasgow project, pondering the nature of ghost signs and what they tell us about the urban landscape.
Designer Brief – Lens on Legacy: Saving Glasgow’s Architectural Heritage
GCHT is inviting tenders for the design of our upcoming exhibition, which will work in partnership with Queens Park Camera Club to highlight Glasgow’s at-risk buildings, celebrating the city’s architectural heritage while inspiring conservation efforts.
Click here for the full design brief
Drawings of our exhibition space
Deadline: 14th Feb, 2025 at 9:00am
Enquiries and submissions should be made by email to: info@glasgowheritage.org.uk
Celebrating 20 Years of Scotland’s City Heritage Trusts
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