The desirable Park Court housing development provides a varied selection of family homes, including highly prized detached and terraced housing, cottage flats and contemporary three and four storey flatted accommodation. The striking full length glazed windows of the development’s feature flatted block have … Continued
Govan Gateway Housing
Making a bold statement, the ‘Govan Gateway’ housing development forms an attractive new entranceway to Govan Town Centre. Designed to complement the neighbouring, B-listed ‘Lloyds TSB Building’ (referred to locally as the Potted Heid building), the Gateway brings a striking contemporary feel to this busy … Continued
Fabulous Flats on Govan Road
Nineteen traditional tenement flats at 956 to 976 Govan Road and 5 Rathlin Street have been totally transformed in bid to boost owner-occupation in Govan town centre. Stone repairs have restored the exterior of this blonde sandstone building to its former glory, while, inside, the interiors have … Continued
Strut your stuff on Langlands Path
Improvement works to turn Langlands Path from drab to fab completed in March 2014. The uneven walking surface, overgrown shrubs and down at heel appearance are gone forever, replaced by a lovely new path built for pedestrians and cyclists, with natural stone entrance … Continued
Riverside Hall
Don’t judge by appearances… Riverside Hall is a friendly and vibrant community hall that sits nestled in Clydebrae Street in the Riverside area of Govan. As the focal point for many community activities, clubs and events, the hall is a vital … Continued
Fairfield
Yes it’s back! Fairfield, one of Govan and Scotland’s most iconic maritime buildings, is back in business following a truly exceptional £6 million restoration programme spanning 2009 to 2015. Led by Govan Workspace and aided by the support of numerous project volunteers, the restored building, … Continued
Orkney Street Enterprise Centre
The Orkney Street Enterprise Centre provides attractive, accessible and multi-functional space for a diverse mix of local businesses and community support organisations. The building was restored as part of the Central Govan Action Plan during 2007 and 2009, 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
1 Water Row
Number 1 Water Row is an important, A-listed, red sandstone tenement building that occupies a prominent site on Govan Cross at the corner of Water Row and Govan Road. It was designed in 1899 by James Salmon & Son and … 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