South Side

Denizens of Glasgow will know the city not only by its neighbourhoods, but also by the larger groupings of districts that divide the city into three predominant points of the compass: the East End, the West End and the South Side. I've never heard anyone mention the north of the city in terms of its own name, but then I haven't had much cause to venture to that part of the city (but look forward to being invited by a fellow DooYoo-er, perhaps?). The West End is most famous for its dense neighbourhood around the University of Glasgow, the oldest buildings of which stand on a proud bluff overlooking the near-by museums and district of Partick. Its a bustling hub ...  Read the complete review

The Southside of Glasgow is the area of Glasgow that I lived in when I first moved to Glasgow when I was seventeen (eleven years ago). This is an area of contrast with some of the most wealthiest and also most deprived areas of the city. A large amount of our Asian community also lives in this part of the city. It also home to our National Football Stadium – Hamden Park. I recommend: ·There are so many lovely parks in the Southside but I would recommend Pollok Park as you can combine it with a visit to Pollok House and The Burrell Collection to view many great works of Art. The Burrell Collection often hosts special exhibitions so I would ...  Read the complete review