Situated on Golspie Street, the former Hill’s Trust School was built in 1874 and designed by the architect James Thomson of Baird and Thomson. Having lain vacant for a number of years, Elderpark Housing Association are now converting this B … Continued
Pre-1919 Tenements
The traditional tenements that define Govan’s historic core are a key feature of the conservation area. As with many pre-1919 tenements across Glasgow, the THI building condition survey identified many tenements in Govan displaying instances of failing linostone repair, crumbling … Continued
Public Space Improvements – Phase 3
Here comes the third, and probably final, phase of major public space improvements at Govan Cross. This time it’s the streets and spaces at the Pearce Institute, the entrance to Govan Old, the gushet with the Sir William Pearce Statue, … Continued
Public Realm Improvements – Phase 2
Welcome to wonderful Water Row. Hot on the heels of the public space improvements at Govan Cross, comes a second phase of investment to create attractive walking and socialising space along Water Row and the riverside. The improvements were carried out and funded by Glasgow City … 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
Great places to live in Govan
An overview of the CGAP Housing Programme. Building new housing and improving the quality and desirability of the existing housing are the two actions that form the back bone of the Central Govan Action Plan. Together, these interventions are breathing … Continued
Elderview Housing
The site of the former St Anthony’s Primary School has been transformed to provide 108 stylish new homes. This popular new build project adjacent to Elder Park in Govan is a mixed tenure development and has been designed to offer a … Continued
Parkview Housing
A colourful addition to the heart of Govan. Showcasing the very best in contemporary Scottish architecture and design, the Parkview housing development offers spacious one and two bedroom flats with every modern luxury, including ensuite bathrooms and separate utility and laundry rooms. The project, led by Govan … Continued
Riverside Edge Housing
This fabulous new build housing project is situated at Rathlin Street in the heart of historic Govan and is sympathetically designed to complement the character of the existing architectural and historical sites within Govan Conservation area. Led by Govan Housing Association, … Continued
Pearce Street Housing
Stylish, attractive and incredibly popular with tenants, the new flatted housing development at Peace Lane has proven to be a huge hit. Built by Beild Housing Association on the site of Govan’s former post office (now located in Govan Cross Shopping Centre), the … Continued