Maryhill, Glasgow, Scotland

 Introduction

This evening, I am posting information on Maryhill. This is a division of the City of Glasgow located in the City’s North West. Population is about 52,000 with a strong multi-cultural element, particularly Chinese. 

Maryhill Road, Maryhill, Glasgow, Scotland

Information on Maryhill 

The 2nd century AD Antonine Wall runs through the area. However, the catalyst for development was construction in the late 18th century of the Forth & Clyde Canal, linking East and West Scotland. The route of the canal ran through lands owned by one Mary Hill who gave her name to the area.

The new canal acted as a catalyst for various industrial activities, including a boatyard, in the area. These activities in turn triggered population growth and development. In 1877 a large military barracks was opened but this was demolished and replaced by social housing in the 1960s. However, parts of the former exterior wall of the barracks remain.

Maryhill is home to two buildings designed by famous Glaswegian architect, Charles Rennie Mackintosh, namely the Queen’s Cross Church and Ruchill Church Hall. The library was sponsored by Dunfermline born philanthropist, Andrew Carnegie.

In summary, Maryhill is rich in industrial history and boasts two noteworthy pieces of Mackintosh architecture. The Forth & Clyde Canal is still in operation and can be accessed from the main street.

Mackintosh Church, Queen’s Cross, Glasgow, Scotland

 

Ruchill Church Hall, Maryhill, Glasgow

 

Wyndford Housing Scheme, Maryhill, Glasgow, Scotland

 

Harvey’s Bar, Maryhill, Scotland

 

Maryhill Public Library, Maryhill, Glasgow

Entrance to former Maryhill Barracks, Glasgow, Scotland

 

Maryhill Hub, Glasgow, Scotland

Maryhill Locks, Glasgow, Scotland

Maryhill Road Aqueduct, Glasgow, Scotland

Maryhill Burgh Halls, Glasgow, Scotland

Former Baths and Wash-House, Maryhill, Glasgow, Scotland

Maryhill, Glasgow, Scotland

 

Gairbraid Parish Church, Maryhill, Glasgow

 

 

Forth & Clyde Canal at Maryhill, Glasgow

More Information


For more information on Scotland’s industrial history, it’s cities and much more please refer to the Visitors’ Guide to Scotland, ISBN 978-1-9161332-0-4. This book is also available via Kindle.

 

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