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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Glasgow North East 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 an area north-east of Glasgow city centre, including Provanmill, Blackhill & Riddrie. Features include Hogganfield Church, Hogganfield Bleach Works, Barlinnie Prison (left blank for security reasons), Governor`s House, Monkland Canal, Blackhill Locks, Provanmill Distillery, Riddrie Vale, Blackhill House, Blochairn Salt Works, Eclipse Works, various railways including the Blochairn Branch, etc. On the reverse is a section of the 1st Edition 1858 map. 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. ...

Laminated waterproof edition of a detailed topographic map of Glasgow from the Ordnance Survey Explorer series, covering Paisley, Rutherglen & Kirkintilloch. Edition A2; Publication date September 2010 About this series: These highly detailed maps show all the administrative boundaries, settlements as small as isolated farms, the road network down to unfenced roads & country tracks, & field boundaries (hedges & drystone walls) which make navigation across the countryside much easier. Steep gradients on roads are indicated. Various landmarks, e.g. powerlines, archaeological sites, windmills, churches & lighthouses are shown & additional graphics indicate natural terrain features such as cliffs, scree, mud & vegetation variations. The contour interval is 5 metres in the lower parts of the country & 10 metres in the uplands, & spot heights are marked. Each map covers an area of 30 x 20km (i.e. approx. 19 x 12 miles), with some double-sided maps covering more, as indicated in the individual descriptions. The maps are fully GPS compatible, with the National Grid shown at 1km intervals & latitude & longitude indicated by margin ticks at 1'. The Explorer series has replaced the earlier, green-cover Pathfinder maps. The Explorer series is now complete & covers all of Engl&, Wales & Scotl&. Some sheets for popular areas like the National Parks are still branded as Outdoor Leisure (OL) maps, but are now included in this series as the cartography is the same as that in the Explorer Maps. The Explorer maps offer a substantial improvement on the Pathfinder series, with greater use of colour, larger area per map, & stronger emphasis on information for ramblers & tourists. This series is ideal for walking & other outdoor pursuits & each map shows a large amount of information for ramblers & tourists. Public rights of way are shown (except in Scotland), together with other routes with public access: National Trails & Recreational Paths, permitted paths & bridleways, & selected cycle routes. Open access land created under the Countryside & Rights of Way Act 2000 is marked. Tourist information

Includes:: caravan & camp sites, Park & Ride locations, recreation/leisure/sport centres, museums, historic buildings, English Heritage & National Trust sites, rural pubs, etc. The map legend is in English only, except for the tourist information content which is also in French & German.

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Laminated waterproof edition of a detailed topographic map of Glasgow from the Ordnance Survey Explorer series, covering Paisley, Rutherglen & Kirkintilloch. Edition A3; Publication date April 2013 About this series: These highly detailed maps show all the administrative boundaries, settlements as small as isolated farms, the road network down to unfenced roads & country tracks, & field boundaries (hedges & drystone walls) which make navigation across the countryside much easier. Steep gradients on roads are indicated. Various landmarks, e.g. powerlines, archaeological sites, windmills, churches & lighthouses are shown & additional graphics indicate natural terrain features such as cliffs, scree, mud & vegetation variations. The contour interval is 5 metres in the lower parts of the country & 10 metres in the uplands, & spot heights are marked. Each map covers an area of 30 x 20km (i.e. approx. 19 x 12 miles), with some double-sided maps covering more, as indicated in the individual descriptions. The maps are fully GPS compatible, with the National Grid shown at 1km intervals & latitude & longitude indicated by margin ticks at 1'. The Explorer series has replaced the earlier, green-cover Pathfinder maps. The Explorer series is now complete & covers all of Engl&, Wales & Scotl&. Some sheets for popular areas like the National Parks are still branded as Outdoor Leisure (OL) maps, but are now included in this series as the cartography is the same as that in the Explorer Maps. The Explorer maps offer a substantial improvement on the Pathfinder series, with greater use of colour, larger area per map, & stronger emphasis on information for ramblers & tourists. This series is ideal for walking & other outdoor pursuits & each map shows a large amount of information for ramblers & tourists. Public rights of way are shown (except in Scotland), together with other routes with public access: National Trails & Recreational Paths, permitted paths & bridleways, & selected cycle routes. Open access land created under the Countryside & Rights of Way Act 2000 is marked. Tourist information

Includes:: caravan & camp sites, Park & Ride locations, recreation/leisure/sport centres, museums, historic buildings, English Heritage & National Trust sites, rural pubs, etc. The map legend is in English only, except for the tourist information content which is also in French & German.

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Glasgow Pevsner Architectural Guide, in a series of publications begun with the express aim of providing up-to-date guides to the most significant buildings in every part of the country, suitable for both general reader & specialist. Each volume provides an introductory overview of the architecture of the area, followed by a descriptive gazetteer arranged alphabetically by place. Whilst cathedrals & their furnishings, great country houses & their parks form the grand set pieces, the books demonstrate the enjoyable diversity of architecture in the British Isles in accounts of rural churches & farmsteads, Victorian public buildings & industrial monuments. A continuing programme of publication keeps the series up-to-date with new information on older buildings & recent architecture while maintaining the tradition of Pevsner`s own succinct accounts. Each book has over 100 photographs, mostly specially commissioned, numerous maps & plans, a glossary & indexes. ...

Conveniently sized to carry with you around the city, the map identifies parking garages & one-way streets, public toilets, pubs, hotels, gas stations & public buildings. Fully revised & updated, this map is all you need to keep you on the move in Glasgow. ...

The ultimate pocket city map of Glasgow! Explore the grand city of Glasgow with the help of this genuinely pocket-sized, pop-up map. Small in size yet big on detail, this compact, dependable, city map will ensure you don't miss a thing.

Includes:: a Pop Out map
- a detailed street by street plan of the city centre Advice on the top 20 things to see while you're there Handy, self-folding, tourist map is small enough to fit in your pocket yet offers extensive coverage of the city in an easy-to-use format Thorough street index is also featured & cross-referenced to the map so you can easily find your destination Further key places of interest are listed offering you advice on the best things to see


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Discover the vibrant & energetic city of Glasgow with the help of this genuinely pocket-sized, pop-up map. Small in size, yet big on detail, this compact, dependable Glasgow city map will ensure you don`t miss a thing. *
Includes: a pop-up map covering Glasgow city centre * Handy, self-folding tourist map is small enough to fit in your pocket yet offers extensive coverage of the city in an easy-to-use format * Thorough street index is also featured & cross-referenced to the map so you can easily find your destination * Hotels, restaurants, stores & attractions are all included on the maps Ideal to pop in a pocket or bag for quick reference while exploring this fabulous city. Fold

Size: 95mm x 130mm (3.75” x 5.25”) Sheet

Size: 215mm x 225mm (8.5” x 9.75”) Approx scale: 1:16000 Scale to be used as a guideline only




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