River Kelvin
Kelvingrove Park Heritage Trail 9-12

 

Kelvingrove Park Heritage Trail includes 35 sites of interest.  If you visit the Kelvingrove Park and use the map available to download here it will take you approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to follow the Heritage trail from Kelvingrove Museum to The Kelvinway Bridge.
9. The Bunhouse Weir and Lade (circa 1450-1900)

The Bunhouse Weir and Lade  For several hundred years the river Kelvin was the economic powerhouse of the City and contained several mills which generated great wealth for its residents. This site features the remains of Burnhouse / Regent’s Mill, otherwise known as the Medieval Bishop’s Mills of Partick.

The lades and barrage across the Kelvin may still be seen slightly to The West of the Museum at Argyle Street. These remains can be seen from both banks of the Kelvin and are an interesting feature of the Cycle Path.

The Bunhouse Lade is an integral part of Glasgow’s medieval heritage. (n.b. It is worth mentioning that Kelvin Hall car park directly opposite, on Argyle Street, still retains the prestigious Bunhouse Road address.)
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10. Remains of Clayslaps Mill (circa 1650-1880)

Remains of Clayslaps Mill  This site features the remains of another significant mill on the Kelvin – Archie Clayslaps Mill - which was originally a snuff mill before being acquired by the Incorporation of Bakers in 1771.

The remains of the Mill Dam, Sluice and Mill of Clayslaps remains lie directly opposite the main doors to the Museum - appropriately enough as the Clayslaps Mill buildings and grounds are the site of the existing Kelvingrove Museum.
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11. The Psalmist (1972)

The Psalmist  A semi-abstract stick-figure composition by Benno Schotz (1891 – 1984) commissioned by Glasgow Tree Lovers Society and Glasgow Art Gallery and Museums Association. A late work by this prominent Glasgow sculptor, best known for his modelled portraits.

The Sculpture can be appreciated in the context of further examples of Schotz’s work on display in Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.

This composition forms part of the memorial garden to Tom John Honeyman who was a great supporter of Schotz.
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12. Tom John Honeyman Seating Area (1972)

Tom John Honeyman Seating Area  An outstanding viewing area and conservation site built to commemorate Dr Tom John Honeyman (1891 – 1971), Director of Glasgow Art Galleries and Museums from 1939–54. This garden was lovingly restored by the Glasgow Tree Lovers Society in 2006.
Not Listed

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