17. Peace Cairn

This stone peace cairn was erected for the 1938 Empire Exhibition and has numerous shaped blocks of stone within it, on which are engraved the names of the organisations and clans that attended the exhibition which were deeply concerned with the real possibility of war. The modern steel globe on top was added in July 2004 and features ‘Peace’ in different languages. It was designed by Elspeth Bennie, Ironhorse Studios as part of the ‘Grounds for Play’ project.

18. Grounds for Play (2004)

Unlike many of the traditional play parks, ‘Grounds for Play’ is unique, the overall park design concept and each individual play object have been specifically designed for this space. In 2001 a design competition was held. The winning entry for the overall scheme by Glasgow based Gareth Hoskins Architects was a carpet of leaf-like mounds on which, they imagined, would sit a range of play and art objects.

These 26 giant leaves or grassy mounds now house 15 specially commissioned play pieces for children. The project represents an exploration of art and play within a public setting. ‘Grounds for Play’ was officially opened by the Lord Provost of the City of Glasgow, Liz Cameron, in June 2004.


19. Stable Block and Dove Coot (pre 1860)

Within the operational depot sits the old stable block with dove coot. The building is a single storey sandstone structure with loft space and dove coot which dates back to before 1860. It was used originally as the service area for Ibroxhill House where the estates horses were stabled.

20. Victorian Walled Garden (pre 1860)

The Walled Garden dates back to before 1860. Its original function was the kitchen garden for Ibroxhill House where all the fruit and vegetables for the house were grown. Located at the western corner of the garden and built into the wall are the original gardeners bothy/potting shed with an identical shed in the opposite corner.