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What's on in Glasgow

Travel by train to Glasgow from London, York and Newcastle with East Coast for cheaper train fares.

Jan/Feb/Mar

With its strong cultural heritage, Glasgow is a great place to get arty, and its newest arts resource, Trongate 103 in the Merchant City area, enables you to do just that. Sign up for courses in etching, printmaking, digital imaging, screenprinting, photography, animation and video production, or visit the centre for changing exhibitions such as the haunting carved figures of Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre (until Nov 2010) or Colin Gray’s photographs that chart his parents’ deterioration (until 23 Jan).

There’s something for all tastes at the Glasgow Film Festival, featuring blockbusters as well as exciting new shorts and documentaries (18-28 Feb); Right at Home Live, an interior design show starring TV and the jungle’s Justin and Colin (5-7 Mar), and for lovers of the green stuff, The Scottish Golf Show (26-28 Mar).

The first shoots of spring can be espied at Pollok Country Park, and if you’re feeling energetic try one of three mountain bike circuits there, designed to suit different skill levels, from gently hilly to fiercely steep. Just don’t run into one of the Highland cows.

Celtic Connections

14-31 January

Artists and musicans from all over the world flock to Glasgow for this celebration of all things Celtic. Kicking off with a torchlight parade, its 18-day programme includes Bobby McFerrin’s a cappella show, the heart-stopping playing of The Chieftains, the infectious grooves of Angélique Kidjo and the jaw-dropping rhythms of Indian percussionist Trilok Gurtu.

celticconnections.com

Aye Write! Glasgow’s Book Festival

Until 3 January
An impressive literary line-up includes current poet laureate Carol Ann Duffy, Joanna Trollope and John Simpson, BBC World Affairs Editor, who will be examining how the British press have impacted on the delivery of news over the past 100 years.

ayewrite.com

Magners Glasgow International Comedy Festival

11-28 March

This unmissable event features the cream of the comedy circuit, including Frankie Boyle, Jimmy Carr, Lucy Porter, Jo Caulfield, Sean Lock, Dara Ó’Briain and Lee Mack.

glasgowcomedyfestival.com

5 things to see and do in Glasgow

Burrell Collection

Sir William Burrell and his wife Constance gifted their collection of over 9,000 works of art to Glasgow in 1944. The staggering treasures, housed in a purpose-built building in Pollok Park, include medieval art, tapestries, alabasters, stained glass, paintings by Degas and Cezanne, Islamic art, sculpture by Rodin and Epstein… the list goes on.
Gallery of Modern Art

The most visited contemporary art gallery outside London is housed in an elegant, neo-classical building in the heart of the city and offers a thought-provoking programme of exhibitions and workshops.
People’s Palace

Glasgow’s social history museum tracing the story of its people since 1750 includes displays on dancing and holidaying, home life during the Second World War, political episodes and - curiously - Billy Connolly’s banana boots, worn on stage in the 1970s.
Museum of Transport

Vintage cars, colourful caravans, buses, bicycles, prams and trams tell the story of Glasgow’s transport heritage. See it before it closes in April 2010 and a spanking new transport museum opens on the banks of the River Clyde in 2011.
The Tall Ship at Glasgow Harbour

Climb aboard the Tall Ship Glenlee, built in 1896, to experience Glasgow’s maritime history at first hand. Take the wheel, visit the galley and explore the cargo hold to discover what life was really like on the high seas in the last century.

Comprehensive guide and accommodation ideas for Glasgow.

Near the station

Greaves Sports - 23/25 Gordon Street, G1 3PW

Greaves Sports stocks a wide variety of sporting goods so you’re sure to find that replica shirt, specialist equipment or running shoe that you’ve had your eye on. Covering everything from cricket, rugby and football to swimming and racquet sports, the store is a sporting Mecca.

Orro Jewellery Store - 12 Wilson Street, G1 1SS

Orro sells a range of contemporary jewellery, using precious and non-precious stones, along with chic digital and analogue watches.

Rubadub Record and Music Store - 35 Howard Street, G1 4BA

A music store run by serious music lovers, Rubadub specialises in independent records, vinyl, turntable and studio recording equipment. They also stock an interesting collection of music CDs, DVDs and merchandise.

Amarone - 2 Nelson Mandela Place, G2 1BT

For fine Italian cuisine, look no further than Amarone, which serves a delightful mix of superb, classic dishes in a comfortable, modern setting. Its location and renowned service make it a favourite pre-theatre dining location.

D’Arcys - Princes Square, G1 3JN

Tastefully decorated and offering a wholesome bistro menu, D’Arcys is ideal for a light meal that can be complemented with a bottle of wine from the well-stocked bar.

Grill on the Corner - 21-25 Bothwell Street, G2 6NL

Sometimes there is nothing that quite hits the spot like a well-cooked, quality steak—something that the Grill on the Corner understands perfectly. It offers a wide selection of steaks including ribeye, sirloin and the exclusive Wagyu “Kobe” fillet as well as seafood dishes.

Blue Dog -151 West George Street G2 2JJ

The Blue Dog is a relaxed venue with a retro interior, jazz-inspired atmosphere and killer cocktail list, plus regular live jazz groups.

The Counting House Pub - 2 St Vincent’s Place, G1 2DH

Housed in a beautifully converted bank building, the Counting House is a pub that understands good value and serves a wide range of drinks at very decent prices. Overlooking St George’s Square in the heart of Glasgow, this is a firm favourite with visitors and locals alike.

The Pot Still - 154 Hope Street, G2 2TH

Dating from 1835 and with a long public house history, the Pot Still is an award-winning whisky bar with a burgeoning reputation. Serving everything from single malts, pure/blended malts, single-grain and blended whiskies, the venue offers the chance to explore a selection of rare drinks.

Glasgow Cathedral - Castle Street, G4

Visit the magnificent Glasgow Cathedral with its awe-inspiring nave and collection of modern stained-glass windows.

Glasgow Rangers Ibrox Stadium Tour - 150 Edmiston, G51

Take a behind-the-scenes tour of the stadium of one of Scotland’s most famous football teams. The tours include exclusive access to the home changing rooms as well as the chance to explore the Trophy Room.

Willow Tea Rooms - 97 Buchanan Street, G1 3HF

Ever wondered about the refinement of the early 20th-century tea rooms? The renowned art-deco Willow Tea Rooms allow you to step back in time and enjoy a delicious spread of tea, croissants, sandwiches and desserts.

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