Exhibition

Online Gallery

More photographs of Glasgow’s at-risk buildings taken by the members of Queens Park Camera Club.

Click on the image to view the full photograph.

Recording | CPD: Structural Repairs to a Historic Townhouse

Recording: The Emergence of Art Deco in Glasgow

You might also be interested in…

Enjoy Family Fun with our Kids Trails!

Download our Kid’s Heritage Trails!

Be a Building Detective!

Is there a building in your area that you’ve always been curious about? Want to know where to find out more?

Online Talk: 19th Century Retail and the Rise of the Department Store

Wednesday 8th December 2021 | 7.30pm GMT | via Zoom

Focusing on architecture, window displays, and internal design, this talk will examine how Glasgow department stores, like their Parisian counterparts, became spaces not just of spectacle, but also of manipulation and disorientation.

Become a Friend of Glasgow City Heritage Trust

Glasgow City Heritage Trust is an independent charity and your support is crucial to ensure that our charitable work promoting the understanding, appreciation and conservation of Glasgow’s historic buildings for the benefit of the city’s communities and its visitors continues now, and in the future.

The easiest way to support the Trust’s work is to join our loyalty scheme. Our tiered loyalty scheme means you can choose the level that’s right for you.

Support us

Like many other charities, the coronavirus outbreak is having a major impact on our activities, threatening our crucial work to protect, repair and celebrate Glasgow’s rich built heritage. As a result, we expect to lose an important part of our income this year.

We are therefore asking that if you are able to support our conservation and outreach work,
please consider donating to the Trust.

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

Vacancy: Built Heritage Officer

Built Heritage Officer

Salary: £33,000 – £34,000

Contract Type: Full-time, permanent

Location: GCHT offices, Glasgow / Hybrid

Glasgow City Heritage Trust (GCHT) gives out almost £1 million in funding each year to help people in Glasgow protect, repair, and promote the city’s historic buildings and places, and tell the city’s story. Through our grant programmes, we support individuals, communities, and organisations to care for Glasgow’s historic built environment, ensuring its sustainability for future generations. Our work helps create successful neighbourhoods and vibrant high streets, which are vital for sustainable and thriving communities.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Built Heritage Officer to join our team. This role is central to the delivery of the Trust’s Historic Built Environment Grant Programme, supporting best practice in traditional building repair and conservation. The role combines training and education for those responsible for maintaining Glasgow’s historic buildings with the assessment and management of grant-funded building repair projects.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Grants Manager to provide technical advice and support, monitor grant-funded repair projects, and deliver training and outreach activities. As part of their career development, the Trust will support the successful candidate with training towards securing Conservation Accreditation.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Experience in heritage management, built heritage, or conservation construction in a customer-facing role.
  • Knowledge of traditional building materials and techniques and current building conservation practices.
  • Experience of managing multiple projects or activities and working with different stakeholders.
  • Experience of construction phase operations and visiting / monitoring progress on building sites
  • The ability to evaluate complex information, including technical drawings and specifications.
  • Strong communication and partnership-building skills.
  • Excellent numerical and IT skills, including record-keeping.

Desirable criteria:

  • A degree or equivalent in a relevant field (e.g., architecture, conservation, surveying, construction).
  • Experience in grant scheme administration, building repair, or heritage-led regeneration projects.
  • Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., IHBC, RICS, RIAS).

The successful candidate will embody our core values: passionate, collaborative, innovative, and forward-looking.

GCHT welcomes applications from all sections of the community and is an equal opportunities employer.

To Apply:

Please download the Job Description and Application Form via the links below:

Built Heritage Officer Job Description

Application Form

Completed application forms should be returned by email to info@glasgowheritage.org.uk.

Deadline for applications: Monday 14th April 2025, at 12 noon.

Interviews: Interviews will take place at our offices in Glasgow on Thursday 24th April 2025.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Niall Murphy, Director, at niall@glasgowheritage.org.uk.

Grantee Resources

As a recipient of funding from Glasgow City Heritage Trust (GCHT), you play a key role in celebrating and conserving Glasgow’s historic environment. To help you make the most of your grant and ensure a smooth process, we’ve compiled essential resources, including branding guidelines, logo assets, and evaluation requirements.

On this page, you’ll find:

✔️ Branding & Logo Guidelines – How to acknowledge GCHT’s support in your materials

✔️ Downloadable Logos – High-resolution files for print and digital use

✔️ Evaluation Guidance – What we need from you to measure your project’s impact

Proper acknowledgement of GCHT funding helps highlight the importance of heritage-led regeneration and ensures we can continue to support projects like yours. If you have any questions, we’re here to help – just get in touch!

Designer Brief – Lens on Legacy: Saving Glasgow’s Architectural Heritage

Pale blue square with an illustration of a person reading a book and "Call for Designers!"

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

Vacancy: Finance Manager

Finance Manager

Salary: £33,000 – £35,000 pro rata (£16,500 – £17,500 for 2.5 days/week)

Contract Type: Part-time, 2.5 days per week

Location: GCHT offices, Glasgow / Hybrid

Glasgow City Heritage Trust gives out almost £1 million in funding each year to help people in Glasgow protect, repair, and promote the city’s historic buildings and places, and tell the city’s story.

Through our historic environment grants, people enjoy, understand, and care for Glasgow’s historic built environment, ensuring its sustainability for current and future generations. Our work supports successful neighbourhoods and vibrant high streets, vital for sustainable and thriving communities.

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Finance Manager to join our team. This senior role is key to the effective operation of Glasgow City Heritage Trust and involves overseeing all aspects of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, reconciliations, and cash management.

You will work closely with the Director, Treasurer, and Board of Trustees, providing expert financial advice and support for strategic decision-making. In addition, the Finance Manager will line-manage the Office Administrator and play a vital role in supporting the wider team to deliver the Trust’s objectives.

The successful candidate will have experience in financial management, charity accounting, and office administration. You’ll bring strong communication skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a commitment to delivering accurate and timely financial information.

The Trust offers a variety of benefits to employees, including:

  • Hybrid working
  • Generous employer pension contributions (Strathclyde Pension Fund)
  • Flexible working hours
  • 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata) plus 12.5 public holidays
  • Excellent opportunities for training and development

Essential Criteria:

  • Experience in accounting and financial management (e.g., ACA, ACMA, CIPFA, or equivalent)
  • Strong practical knowledge of accounting principles and charity accounting (including SORP)
  • Experience producing statutory accounts, management accounts, and overseeing audits
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills

Desirable Criteria:

  • Knowledge of Xero and other accounting software
  • Experience of funding applications and grant drawdowns

The successful candidate will embody our core values: passionate, collaborative, innovative, and forward-looking.

GCHT welcomes applications from all sections of the community and is an equal opportunities employer.

To Apply:

Please download the Job Description and Application Form via the links below:

Finance Manager Job Description

Application Form

Completed application forms should be returned by email to info@glasgowheritage.org.uk.

Deadline for applications: Monday 10th February 2024, at 12 noon.

Interviews: Interviews will take place at our offices in Glasgow on Friday 21st February 2025.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Niall Murphy, Director, at niall@glasgowheritage.org.uk.

Celebrating a Year of Impact: GCHT Annual Report 2023-24

We’re excited to share our 2023-24 Annual Report, showcasing a year of milestones and a fresh new look with our updated branding!

Here’s what we achieved together:

  • 20 heritage projects grant-aided, with a total investment of £643,284.08, supporting the repair of 9 buildings and helping 192 property owners conserve Glasgow’s historic built environment.
  • £69,999 invested in education, outreach, and community engagement projects to encourage people to learn about and connect with Glasgow’s rich built heritage.
  • 8 public talks, walks, and tours hosted, engaging 462 people with the stories of our city.
  • 10 podcast episodes released, achieving an incredible 9,700 downloads and reaching audiences near and far.
  • 10 conservation and traditional skills training opportunities provided, helping 308 professionals, contractors, homeowners, and students develop their knowledge and expertise.

This year, we’ve worked hard to celebrate, protect, and share Glasgow’s incredible heritage, and we couldn’t have done it without your support.

Check out the full report to see more about our achievements and explore our vibrant new branding.

Recording: Glasgow’s Gaelic Place Names