Handy little full colour Collins map of central Glasgow with a high level of detail. Clear mapping from the park of Glasgow Green to the bustling West End. Map at a scale of 1:8200 (7.5 inches to 1 mile). Clear, detailed, full colour Collins mapping is presented in a handy format ideal for the pocket or handbag. It is excellent value & covers the most visited area of central Glasgow. It is an essential buy for tourists & residents alike.
Includes:* Detailed central area map* Around Glasgow map extending to airport, Pollok Park & Strathclyde Park* Tourist locations* Train & bus stations* Listing of major places to visit* Detailed street index
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Glasgow East End in 1893 in a fascinating series of reproductions of old Ordnance Survey plans in the Alan Godfrey Editions, ideal for anyone interested in the history of their neighbourhood or family. The map covers the eastern part of Glasgow, stretching from Gallowgate & East Nelson Street eastward to Carntyne station, & northward to Alexandra Park. Features include Camlachie Goods station, Camlachie Burn, Parkhead Forge Steel Works, Glenpark Tan Works, Vinegarhill, Dennistoun Bakery, Duke Street station, Parkhead Junction with engine shed, Carntyne Iron Works, Burnbank Bleach Dye Works, Haghill House, Carntyne Hall, Gartcraig House, etc. On the reverse are street directory extracts for Duke Street, Great Eastern Road & Gallowgate. About the Alan Godfrey Editions of the 25” OS Series: Selected towns in Great Britain & Ireland are covered by maps showing the extent of urban development in the last decades of the 19th & early 20th century. The plans have been taken from the Ordnance Survey mapping & reprinted at about 15 inches to one mile (1:4, 340). On the reverse most maps have historical notes & many also include extracts from contemporary directories. Most maps cover about one mile (1.6kms) north/south, one & a half miles (2.4kms) across; adjoining sheets can be combined to provide wider coverage.FOR MORE INFORMATION & A COMPLETE LIST OF ALL AVAILABLE TITLES PLEASE CLICK ON THE SERIES LINK. ...

From the vibrant city of Glasgow, perfect for shopaholics, to the sparkling lochs & the deep, forested glens of the Trossachs, Footprint Focus Glasgow will provide you with the essential information for you to make the most of your trip. This guide contains useful tips for getting there & around, plus comprehensive listings on where to eat, sleep & party. Essentials section with useful advice on getting to & around Glasgow. Comprehensive, up-to-date listings of where to eat, sleep & play.

Includes:: information on tour operators, activities, walks & festivals. Detailed maps for Glasgow & other key areas. Slim enough to fit in your pocket. With detailed information on all the main sights, plus many lesser-known attractions, Footprint Focus Glasgow provides concise & comprehensive coverage of Scotland`s most energetic city. The content of the Footprint Focus Glasgow guide has been partially extracted from Scotland Highlands & Islands Footprint Handbook.

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Glasgow in the Great Breaks mini series from Insight Guides is a slim, focussed short break guide to the city, whether you are aiming for a relaxing or active break, illustrated with vivid colour photographs & containing easy to navigate information. A top 10 sites for the destination & its surrounding area are given, with a selection of detailed & mapped tour/walk ideas, special features on the uniqueness of the place e.g. its heritage, festivals & wildlife, as well as practical information on active pursuits, themed holidays, & selected places to stay to suit a cross section of budgets & tastes. An overview map showing selected tour routes & a selection of five summary boxes of top five great things to do or places to do adorn the inside jackets. ...

Glasgow in the Great Breaks mini series from Insight Guides is a slim, focussed short break guide to the city, whether you are aiming for a relaxing or active break, illustrated with vivid colour photographs & containing easy to navigate information. A top 10 sites for the destination & its surrounding area are given, with a selection of detailed & mapped tour/walk ideas, special features on the uniqueness of the place e.g. its heritage, festivals & wildlife, as well as practical information on active pursuits, themed holidays, & selected places to stay to suit a cross section of budgets & tastes. An overview map showing selected tour routes & a selection of five summary boxes of top five great things to do or places to do adorn the inside jackets. ...

Glasgow Green in 1892 in a fascinating series of reproductions of old Ordnance Survey plans in the Alan Godfrey Editions, ideal for anyone interested in the history of their neighbourhood or family. The map is centred on Glasgow Green but also

Includes:: parts of the Gorbals, Hutcheson Town & Bridgeton. Gorbals Cross is in the top left corner & coverage stretches eastward to Baltic Street & Bridgeton station, & southward to Polmadie House & Arthur Street. Features include the Southern Necropolis, Hutcheson Square, Gorbals Ropeworks, Gushetfaulds Goods Yard, Springfield Print Works, Bridgeton Cross, Rutherglen Bridge Factory, Newhall Factory, gasworks, Barrowfield Park football ground, Dalmarnock Factory, Bridgeton & Bridgeton Cross stations, Brookside Factory, tramways, Govan Iron Works, etc. Street directory extracts for Canning Street, M` Neil Street, Rutherglen Road, Wellington Street South & Greenhead Street are on the reverse. About the Alan Godfrey Editions of the 25” OS Series: Selected towns in Great Britain & Ireland are covered by maps showing the extent of urban development in the last decades of the 19th & early 20th century. The plans have been taken from the Ordnance Survey mapping & reprinted at about 15 inches to one mile (1:4, 340). On the reverse most maps have historical notes & many also include extracts from contemporary directories. Most maps cover about one mile (1.6kms) north/south, one & a half miles (2.4kms) across; adjoining sheets can be combined to provide wider coverage.FOR MORE INFORMATION & A COMPLETE LIST OF ALL AVAILABLE TITLES PLEASE CLICK ON THE SERIES LINK.

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Glasgow High Street in 1909 in a fascinating series of reproductions of old Ordnance Survey plans in the Alan Godfrey Editions, ideal for anyone interested in the history of their neighbourhood or family. Two versions have been published for this area. Coverage stretches from Buchanan Street eastward to Whitevale Street & Armadale Street, & from Parliamentary Road southward to the north part of Glasgow Green. Features include St Enoch station with engine shed, Queen Street station, Buchanan Street Goods station, College Goods station, NBR High Street Goods station, Cattle Market, Royal Infirmary, Necropolis, Wellpark Brewery, Cathedral of St Mungo, Dennistoun, Milnbank, tramways, Fish Market, The Bazaa, etc. Extracts from street directories are on the reverse; those for the 1909 version include Gallowgate & Trongate. About the Alan Godfrey Editions of the 25” OS Series: Selected towns in Great Britain & Ireland are covered by maps showing the extent of urban development in the last decades of the 19th & early 20th century. The plans have been taken from the Ordnance Survey mapping & reprinted at about 15 inches to one mile (1:4, 340). On the reverse most maps have historical notes & many also include extracts from contemporary directories. Most maps cover about one mile (1.6kms) north/south, one & a half miles (2.4kms) across; adjoining sheets can be combined to provide wider coverage.FOR MORE INFORMATION & A COMPLETE LIST OF ALL AVAILABLE TITLES PLEASE CLICK ON THE SERIES LINK. ...

Glasgow High Street in 1933 in a fascinating series of reproductions of old Ordnance Survey plans in the Alan Godfrey Editions, ideal for anyone interested in the history of their neighbourhood or family. Two versions have been published for this area. Coverage stretches from Buchanan Street eastward to Whitevale Street & Armadale Street, & from Parliamentary Road southward to the north part of Glasgow Green. Features include St Enoch station with engine shed, Queen Street station, Buchanan Street Goods station, College Goods station, NBR High Street Goods station, Cattle Market, Royal Infirmary, Necropolis, Wellpark Brewery, Cathedral of St Mungo, Dennistoun, Milnbank, tramways, Fish Market, The Bazaa, etc. Extracts from street directories are on the reverse; those for the 1909 version include Gallowgate & Trongate. About the Alan Godfrey Editions of the 25” OS Series: Selected towns in Great Britain & Ireland are covered by maps showing the extent of urban development in the last decades of the 19th & early 20th century. The plans have been taken from the Ordnance Survey mapping & reprinted at about 15 inches to one mile (1:4, 340). On the reverse most maps have historical notes & many also include extracts from contemporary directories. Most maps cover about one mile (1.6kms) north/south, one & a half miles (2.4kms) across; adjoining sheets can be combined to provide wider coverage.FOR MORE INFORMATION & A COMPLETE LIST OF ALL AVAILABLE TITLES PLEASE CLICK ON THE SERIES LINK. ...

From its status as the Second City of the Empire to its current role as a vibrant & cosmopolitan centre of new industry & education, Glasgow has a proud history &, through the years, has invested in much loved buildings that have shaped its growth & contributed to its cultural identity. ` Glasgow in 50 Buildings` explores the history of this rich & vibrant community by presenting a selection of its greatest architectural treasures. From the medieval Provand`s Lordship to the new Riverside Museum, this unique study celebrates Glasgow`s architectural heritage in a new & accessible way. Glaswegian historian Michael guides the reader on a tour of the city`s historic buildings & modern architectural marvels. The churches, theatres, commercial & public edifices of Glasgow`s rich industrial heritage are presented alongside the innovative buildings of a 21st century city. Images are arranged chronologically to tell the story of Glasgow`s development through its most significant buildings.A specially designed map appears at the beginning of the volume to show where each building is located & the text is illustrated with colour photographs & archival images showcasing the best of Glasgow`s heritage. ...

Glasgow Maryhill in 1894 in a fascinating series of reproductions of old Ordnance Survey plans in the Alan Godfrey Editions, ideal for anyone interested in the history of their neighbourhood or family. Selected towns in Great Britain & Ireland are covered by maps showing the extent of urban development in the last decades of the 19th & early 20th century. In this title: the map covers an area of north-western Glasgow which
Includes: part of Maryhill (top left), Wyndford, Eastpark, Ruchill & Possil Park. Features include Ruchill Park, the CR's Hamiltonhill Branch under construction, Firhill Iron Works, Western Saw Mills, Parkhouse Farm, Forth & Clyde Canal, Phoenix Chemical Works, Tamshill, Gilshochill, Maryhill Barracks, Lochburn Magdalene Institution, Maryhill Iron Works, Kelburn Park. On the reverse is a section of the adjacent map 1.14, extending coverage northward to include Lambhill, part of Possil Loch, Kenmure Row, Lambhill House, Western Necropolis, St Kentigern's RC Cemetery, a further stretch of the Forth & Clyde Canal. About the Alan Godfrey Editions of the 25
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