Shaws Bar. The seating capacity was reduced to 1,689, with the removal of the balcony, and it re-opened on 21st November 1938. My name is David Robertson, and I lived at !4,Marquis street, and had many a lunch of soup and evening Pie at Mrs Hosies. Hi Donna Behind the wooden shutter theres an old Millers sighn. In 1785 David Dale (1739-1806) established the Barrowfield Dyeworks. Yaffys on Main st has been demolished.. they have been empty for some time.. Ive asked around but no one seems to know what the land will be used for yet. There was a pub on this site in 1849 occupied by publican Joseph Porter. There has been licensed premises here since 1837. Formerly known as Cuba Norte now called Favela 2005. Filed Under: John Street, JohnStreet, K Required fields are marked *. My grans name was Kate, She was a french polisher. Hi, They lived 306, Baltic Street. the Ferrols lived next door to my granny Maggie Foster at 87 Fordneuk st I remember them well.. Jessie died quite young leaving the wee lassie.. the older lassie used to visit my auntie Eva in Broad st every Sunday when she left the home she lived inJune was a bit younger than me , Im 67 now so she would be about 65I dont remember the brothers though they all lived in a single end, and I remember feeling awful sad for the children when their mammy died no photos though but Ill ask my cousin Rita more about them as she was about the same age as Betty. School, Does anybody remember the Taylor family, from Duke street Parkhead. The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. In 1897 [] William ..John..Emma..Margaret..Aunt Emma was born in Sweden..my Grandmothers name was Joenson or Johansson.From the city of Goeteburg there Father went there to work from Galston Lacemills south ayrshire around the late 1880s. Hi David, My dads family lived at 50 Marquis Street, there were 5 brothers and a younger sister ..Crawfords. Extremely interesting and fabulous photos of Bridgeton in the past. Is this you or someone you know in these pictures? Does anyone remember Betty Flynn the ice skater from Frazer st.. more Barrowfield than Brigton.. she ended up marrying Dickie Valentine the singer.. who sadly died young in a car accident. Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Bridgeton, Glasgow | Glasgow - Facebook The performances were really good. Umbrella Bar. Victualler and Spirit Dealer James Denholm occupied licensed premises on this site in 1849. If you cannot find the message in your inbox, please check your spam folder or contact us here for assistance (do not make a second booking). Tel: 01415542925. Two Standard Tram Cars are at the Cross. Christina. Two further photos can be seen on flickr, taken during demolition in June 2011, had a seating capacity of 2,000 in stalls and dress circle. Bridgeton ( Scots: Brigtoun, Scottish Gaelic: Baile na Drochaid) is a district to the east of Glasgow city centre. Along with Ronnie himself and his, "It is time for art to flow into the organisation of life." my granny used to live in Fraser st and my mammy Betty Foster was born there and went to Barrowfield school..then Bernard st sorry dont have photos but will look around for some.. Anne. He died in poverty in 1962 and is buried in an unmarked grave in Glasgow, Scotland. 152 Old Dalmarnock Road,Glasgow. They too were Lithuanian (Pijus Bujauskas and Marijona Bujauskaite). It started as a small weaving village in 1705, when the third John Walkinshaw marked out a portion of his Goosefauld estate for rent. Though electrified in 1960 as part of the Glasgow North Bank suburban electrification scheme, it was closed to passenger in November 1979 when the Argyle Line reopened (the recommissioned station on this route at Bridgeton effectively replaced it). Demolished. It is as easy as clicking "Transfer Tickets" on your ticket on the Fever app. The owner William Hillcoat owned some of the best established pub in the city of Glasgow including premises on the Broomielaw, Anderston Quay, Trongate, Stockwell Street, Port Dundas Road and Pollokshaws Road. To use any history or images, please make sure you link back to our site. A closer view of the Peoples Palce and Winter Garden. school, 1951 1961, would love to hear any stories and names from that era , My grandparents lived at 182 Baltic St in the 50s, at the corner of Ruby St, one up with the wee shop at the bottom of the close. It houses Bridgeton Library and a cafe on the ground floor, with offices above including the home of Scotlands amateur boxing and wrestling associations. There was something to enjoy every moment, the event far exceeded my expectations!. 160 Old Glasgow, Bridgeton ideas | glasgow, bridgeton - Pinterest Filed Under: D, Dalmarnock Road, DalmarnockRoad Tagged With: Bridgeton, Bridgeton Pubs, Dalmarnock Road, Dominion Bar, Pubs on Dalmarnock Road, The Dominion, November 11, 2016 by John Gorevan Leave a Comment, 146 James Street, Bridgeton, Glasgow. Ruchazie, Easterhouse and Cranhill One of my best ever memories of Bridgeton was the Queens coronation when we had a big Clabber in the street our radiogram was carried down to the street on a long wire to provide the music to dance to oh so many memories, Your email address will not be published. Park Lane Tavern. PDF National Records of Scotland | Preserving the past, Recording the Many will remember this old pub as Tony's Bar named after licensee Anthony (Tony) McAulay 1950s to late 1970s. G40 1QB. [1] However, not much interest was shown until 1776 when Rutherglen Bridge was built over the River Clyde and the area became known as Bridge Town (or Brig Toun in Scots). 3 Dalmarnock Road, 13 Bridgeton Cross, Glasgow. You will receive an email confirmation from hello@feverup.com with the ticket's QR code shortly after booking your tickets. Instead we all were shoved out into the winderness of Garthamlock. Waverley then moved to New Barrowfield on the edge of the Parkhead district. Like. Scotland Tourism. However, please refrain from using flash when taking pictures of performers. Note the gentleman to the left with the Glasgow Corporation uniform on and the barefoot youth in front of him. There has been licensed premises here since 1837. Selecciona una de las opciones debajo para ver cmo se llega paso a paso y compara precios de billetes y horarios de viajes con el planificador de viajes Rome2rio. From Glasgow Green to Vinegarhill by Old Harry, Famous Gallowgate Hall Doomed (Vinegarhill), Famous Sunday School Marks Seventieth Birthday, Dennistoun Past and Present by James Baird, The Old Historic Church of Tollcross and Tollcross District, Some of the People of the Village of Parkhead, James Hamiltons Fountain By Historian Gary Nisbet. Bridgeton Archives - Old Glasgow Pubs Held within The Dennistoun Palais, Roselea Drive, Dennistoun 1950. G40. . I am trying to find information on Charles ONeil married to Jeanie Morrison,they lived at 18, Reid Street. Tour Scotland wee video of old photographs of Bridgeton, Scottish Gaelic: Baile na Drochaid, a district to the east of Glasgow city centre. She must have been about 50 at that time but still a beautiful and glamorous woman. This old Bridgeton landmark has been here since 1875. I had relatives whose surname was duff they lived in marquis street cant remember the number but it was in the pend where the wee dairy was, opposite the cafe where they discovered the burglars skeleton in the chimney when they were demolishing, if its a relation I can give you more details, I was born in 1949 lived at 77 Bernard street before going to sea at fifteen I later emigrating to the U S A I brought my family to see where I was born on December 26th 20014 the whole place had changed well it has been 50 years since I was last there but I have many fond memories of the wonderful and warm Bridgeton people that I knew as a boy growing up they made me the man that I am today, Hi john, were u known as Jackie growing up in Bridgeton my name is Sam Lyle stayed at 113 Bernard St I also went to sea thru speaking to when we used to stand at the cosy corner pub corner of Bernard St and Dunn St u remember Jim Fleming he was at sea and my cousin from the Carlton George Henderson a think u new both of them. Should any questions arise, you may find the answers here. Gartlock Road. She was living in Los Angeles but had an apartment in Wimbledon, London. Tel: 0141 553 2456. END. There was a pub on this site in 1849 occupied by publican Joseph Porter. Photos, including an explore of the badly water-damaged 1930s interior shortly before the 2004 fire, can be found here: The planning application to convert the building to flats expires later this year (2008), and the building is once again on the open market, perhaps as a result of the successful bid Glasgow made for the 2014 Commonwealth Games many of the venues and events will take place in the regenerated east end of the city where the cinema is located, currently a very rundown area. Bridgeton (Scots: Brigtoun, Scottish Gaelic: Baile na Drochaid) is a district to the east of Glasgow city centre. [6] There are several public houses in the vicinity, with most themed around Rangers F.C. Ticket prices vary depending on the date and time of the session. I never felt so included in an event like this. Another Junior club which became defunct around the same time, Strathclyde F.C., was also based in the area. Below Copyright Culture & Sports Glasgow (Museums). Jeanette My grandparents came from Henrietta Street and Bowling Green Terrace in the 1891 and through to the 1990s. The Queen herself is hosting this grand ball so be on the watch because she will be looking for her Diamond of the Evening. It opened on 18th September 1911 and had a seating capacity of 2,000 in orchestra stalls, dress circle and balcony. The station building, now in commercial and residential use, is protected as a category B listed building.[3]. Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. Under the directorship of William's great-grandson David Millard, the building was sympathetically renovated in 2013. In 1924 it was taken over by Scottish Cinema and Variety Theatres, later to become Associated British Cinemas(ABC), who would operate it for the remainder of its cinematic life. This old pub was also known as the International Bar. I found some entries in the registers of the Sacred Heart Church which helped. However, not much interest was shown until 1775 when Rutherglen Bridge was built over the River Clyde and the area became known as Bridge Town, or Brig Toun in Scots. I would be grateful for any memories anyone has. On 23rd March 1977, Historic Scotland designated the faade of the Olympia a Grade B Listed building. Does anyone have any pictures or photos of Arcadia Street in Bridgeton, off the London road.I lived there from 1946 till 1958. Initially a local Juvenile team, upon joining the Junior setup they played at Shawfield Stadium (home of Clyde F.C. In a book that became to be known as 'The People of the Abyss' London described the time when he lived in the Whitechapel district sleeping in workhouses, so-called doss-houses and even on the streets. I was born at 521 Baltic St 1949 the flat of my grandparents Willie and Bella Carnachan ,my mums Betty she worked in Tempeltons carpet factory , she had a brother Danny how worked for their cuz John Graham a bookie in Baltic st ,My papa was a train driver,my Nanas maden name was Bella Graham,my mum had a cus Andy Graham..My dad parents lived in Beachgrove st accross Dalmarnock Rd his name is John Douglas now 94My grandparents name were Lillian and John Douglas both were deaf my grandpa worked in the power station .. My grandparents were Mulgrews who lived in Bridgeron Cross tenement around 1926. From the second we walked in, we felt immersed in the world of Bridgerton. Barcelona Cathedral. Thanks anne. Everything was well put together. On the Glasgow City and District Railway it was located on the modern North Clyde line on a branch from High Street and acted as a terminus for services from the north west of the city. My Moms sister was Emma Graham nee Wagstaff they were my cousins . Continue with Recommended Cookies. Watch. For years Ive told people about the workmen killed when a crane collapsed on Broad st while they were bulding the mens model, now demolished. Number 106 at Bridgeton Cross. hope this is of help to you. If you enjoy what we do, please consider becoming a patron with a recurring monthly subscription of your choosing. Bridgeton Cross, also known as 'The Toll' is a major junction, the meeting point of London Road (A74 towards Celtic Park), Dalmarnock Road (A749), Main Street, James Street (leading to Glasgow Green), Olympia Street and Orr Street. Before the tenement building was erected there was a pub here occupied in the 1870s by a lady called Sarah Muir. home made soup ect ).neighbours would queue up with plates and jugs for their carry outs The Cot Bar. Powerful Photos Of Life in the Old Glasgow Tenement Blocks - 1969-72 From 1969 to 1972, photographer Nick Hedges took pictures of life in the old Glasgow tenement blocks. Before the tenement building was erected there was a pub here occupied in the 1870s by a lady called Sarah Muir. Carolyn, My dad and his 4 brothers lived at 50 Marquis Street (Crawfords) would love a picture of this Street, My dad was brought up in number 44,marquest st the is Mundt, a big family, lived in redan street next to mavor and Coulson .im looking for my best maid .margret smith she lived at the Bridgeton station her dad was bill smith her moms name doris ..she married walter we went to sa for 40 years and would love to get in touch. Experience with Fever. They were all christened with traditional Lithuanian names which were anglicised in the late 1940s. We are very excited to announce that we have created a new membership! Owner George Wood traded as a victualler and spirit merchant here until the 1850s. My family arrived in Bridgeton in 1873 and were in Bowling Green Terrace at number 4, my Grandmothers family were at Number 3 in the 1870s. Again have a close look at the photo perhaps there is a distant relative or friend in there. For the Argyle Line station called Bridgeton, see, "577-621 (odd nos) London Road, 2-4 (even nos) Kerr Street and 3-5 (odd nos) Orr Street, former Bridgeton Cross Station and Tenements(Category B Listed Building) (LB33853)", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Bridgeton_Central_railway_station&oldid=1095547943, This page was last edited on 29 June 2022, at 00:33. My email is acblakeman@hotmail.com, I do have more information, but feel it best if we communicated one to one. The specific plan will begin to shape the possibilities for making the community's vision a reality, bringing a new downtown to Diamond Bar. Here are a list of pubs from Main Street, Bridgeton. The ticket buyer will be able to transfer ticket(s) to other guests. Below: Copyright Herald and Times Group. Proof of full vaccination will not be required. In 1859 Englishman, Grocer, [] A photograph of the ABC Bridgeton taken in October 2005, almost a year after the fire: Hi Donna, Im June. Nick was hired by housing charity Shelter to travel round England and Scotland documenting the lives of families living in slum and squalor. Scotland Highlands. Closed. The store is now run by Alberts Grandsons David and Stephen, Millers have taken the wooden front from the shop, and are taking it back to its original brick 14 Oct2013, Reproduced by kind permision of Ian Mulholland. 1941 Marquis st ?) Jessies maiden name was mcnicol, her mothers surname was sergison! Click below to find out how you can support the site! Facts Licence Holders. Old Photographs Of Bridgeton Glasgow Scotland tourscotland 31K subscribers 36 6.9K views 3 years ago Tour Scotland wee video of old photographs of Bridgeton, Scottish Gaelic: Baile na. and the rest was rolled up round the walls.. Bridgeton to me was home I lived in Fordneuk st then we moved round the corner to Broad st.. so many lovely memories of living there back in the late forties to the early seventies when it was torn down and left vacated land for forty years.. why I ll never know, what was wrong with either renovating the old tenement to make it habitable or rebuilding for the residents to move back into.. And you can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. I expected some dancing, but this was better, "My favorite part was the set designs. This very old Bridgeton bar has closed it's door many times in recent years. The Cross is also the location for the Olympia Theatre (built 1911), which after lying abandoned for many years has undergone rebuilding and reopened in 2012 as a library and community facility for the people of Bridgeton. Shops, merchants and pubs - including, of course, the famous Sarry Heid (Saracen Head) - are featured, along with views of the Gallowgate, London Street, Abercromby Street, London Road, Bellgrove Street and more, not forgetting Bridgeton Cross and the 'umbrella'. Previously operated by: 1991. [2] The area was incorporated into the city of Glasgow officially in 1846. Any information or pictures would be much appreciated thank you :). There has been licensed premises here since 1837. Reoroduced by kind permission of Herald and Times Group. It totally exceeded my expectations. Bridgeton Central railway station was located in Glasgow, Scotland and served the Bridgeton area of that city. Tel: 0141 554 1914. The Umbrella. It was equipped to show films from its opening. A tragic fire occurred in the front stalls of the building on 30th November 2004, when a man, who was sleeping rough in the building, was badly injured, and died of smoke inhalation after a few days in hospital. In 1893 William Millard started Millers Linoleum Stores, renting sheds in Charles Street (now Olympia Street) from the North British Railway Company. The event is a 90-minute immersive experience based on the Bridgerton show. The Scotsman. I would over the moon if I get any response to this request. Olympia Theatre of Varieties, Olympia Cinema. Main Street Bridgeton Archives - Old Glasgow Pubs By the 1980s Karaoke, Japanese for empty [], Filed Under: Main Street Bridgeton, MainStreetBridgeton, S Tagged With: Shawfield Bar, 75 Main Street, Bridgeton, Glasgow. Read, highlight, and take notes, across web, tablet, and phone. Thankyou in advance . Dolly Brown. In 1858 James Boag took over the running of the old pub which [], Filed Under: Main Street Bridgeton, MainStreetBridgeton, P, January 25, 2017 by John Gorevan Leave a Comment, 147 Main Street, Bridgeton, Glasgow. Meet any of them. Ive been looking for images of this part of the street for some time. Would be great to hear from anyone that lived there in the 50s/60s. 46 Dalmarnock Road, Glasgow. [3] A major employer was carpet manufacturer James Templeton & Co. Bridgeton used to be bounded by a village named Mile-End to the north, however this district seems to have vanished over the years, resulting in Bridgeton's boundary moving north to Crownpoint Road. Tel: 0141 554 7027. Olympia st has sprung back to life after years of being desolate ,, the new flats look lovely and not before time something was done in that street .its lay empty too long.. This page was last edited on 28 November 2022, at 23:42. http://flickr.com/photos/monkeyiron/376622738/. After County bingo operators closed it down it became a furniture store, but they moved out in 2000 and the building remained empty. - Irene Robertson. I do have more information, but feel it best if we communicated one to one. Does anyone remember a wee restaurant in Marquis street run by my granny mrs Hosie . Eileen - Douglas Percy Bliss on his friend Eric Ravilious from their time at the Royal College of Art Eric Ravilious loved. 94 Main Street, Bridgeton, Glasgow. Left to right back row are: Moira Wallerstein, Jackie Gardiner, Robert Piggot. There is quite a crowd gathered under the Umbrella with the ones to the right appearing to be Corporation Transport Staff. 2000 - Betty Flynn lived in London Rd. Carpet manufacturers advertisement circa 1910. They had 4 kids, my mother Madge,her siblings, Michael,Danny, and May. We my Mum and my brother Joseph and sister Rosemary, moved to Garthamlock. We encourage our guests to dress up for the ball, but this is not mandatory. Important Case under Children Act In 1911, Patrick Donaghue was at the High Court of Justiciary in Edinburgh because he [], Filed Under: L, Main Street Bridgeton, MainStreetBridgeton Tagged With: East End Pubs, Lorne Bar, Main Street Bridgeton, Misty Inn, Patrick Donaghue, Pubs in Main Street Bridgeton, Pubs in the East End, March 22, 2017 by John Gorevan Leave a Comment, 291-93 Main Street, Bridgeton, Glasgow.