The Aitken Memorial Fountain

The Aitken Memorial Fountain is a well known and much loved landmark of Govan Cross. It was created in 1884 and is the only surviving example of the decorative, cast iron drinking fountains produced by Cruikshanks & Co.’s foundry at … Continued

5 – 9 Water Row

5-9 Water Row is an impressive B-listed, red sandstone tenement building that occupies a prominent site in the heart of Govan Conservation Area. It was built for the YMCA in 1897 and comprises two shops on ground floor level and … Continued

The Pearce Institute

The Pearce Institute (known locally as the PI) is one of the most important buildings in Govan and its repair and restoration was one of the top priorities of Govan Cross Townscape Heritage Initiative. Designed by Sir Rowand Anderson and completed … Continued

Oct24

Shop Front Opening Event

The CGAP/THI will soon be holding another event for the locals of Govan, this time to celebrate the opening of the first shop to be renovated as part of the shopfront improvement project. This will give people the opportunity to … Continued

Public Realm Improvements – Phase 1

On 1st June 2011 an opening ceremony took place to celebrate the completion of the first stage of public realm Improvements at Govan Cross. The works were carried out as part of Central Govan Action Plan alongside similar improvement work … Continued

Jun30

Enjoying Govan’s Heritage

In June, Govan Cross Townscape Heritage Initiative took a day out to celebrate what’s best about Govan’s heritage and to share its investment plans with local residents. Over two hundred people enjoyed the event. Archive film footage of Old Govan, … Continued

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