A short while ago, we took a look at 10 of the best bars in Glasgow City Centre. This time, however, we’re aiming our sights squarely on the West End. It may not be very big, but The West End of Glasgow certainly delivers a big punch in cultural terms. This area is densely packed… [Keep Reading]
I’ve always loved Brel, being one of my regular haunts ever since my student days at Glasgow Uni. When I heard it had been bought over and that they were making big changes, I was a tad skeptical of what the outcome would be, but we went in with an open mind! Read on to… [Keep Reading]
Glasgay! is a gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender arts festival held here in Glasgow every year, this year running from the 9th of October to the 9th of November. First held in 1993, Glasgay this year celebrates its 20th anniversary with a theme of “Legacy” running throughout the programme. The festival commissions and puts on… [Keep Reading]
Running from the 16th to the 22nd of September, Doors Open Day is a free festival to celebrate Glasgow’s buildings, streets, architecture, parks, culture and people, Glasgow Doors Open Day has become a real event to look forward to every year with a wealth of things to do - so much that you couldn’t possibly… [Keep Reading]
It’s Friday. You’ve worked your tush off all week, and now it’s time to take your prize; the weekend. So make the most of your three evenings of, I’m-not-even-gonna-think-about-work bliss, with my DesignMyNight Glasgow top picks on what to do with your weekend. As always, this one’s set to be a stormer… Friday Night Danny… [Keep Reading]
Please note that this event has now been cancelled. Next Wednesday (July 17th) a strange venue will be the host of Hippo Beers’ latest tasting event. Hosted at the Mulberry Bank Auction House in the West End, this “Battle of the Beers” pits 8 of the most intense IPAs from each side of the Atlantic… [Keep Reading]
The West End Festival is back! It hasn’t been smooth sailing but, as we reported earlier in the year, it’s going to better than ever with the triumphant return of the Byres Road Parade, all thanks to a generous £15,000 donation from itison.com founder and local lad Oli Norman. The festival starts tomorrow (May 31st)… [Keep Reading]
Have you stumbled across this post while looking for full details of the 2013 parade and festival? Click here for more info! The West End Festival’s 18th Birthday will be celebrated in style as last night it was confirmed by the organisers that, after a five-year absence, the Mardi Gras-style parade will return to Byres… [Keep Reading]
Bobar’s never had much of a good name. Accused in the past of being too expensive, too corporate, too bland - I really went in with pretty low expectations. These didn’t last long. The atmosphere, granted, was poor. On a Thursday night the majority of West End bars will be bustling with a vibrant crowd…. [Keep Reading]
My Glasgow Favourites
A guest post from Gemma Pirnie, founder of Your New Crew, sharing some of her tips for places to eat and explore in Glasgow. I moved to the West End of Glasgow about a year ago and instantly fell in love with its banter, charm and quirks; something which has continued with every new place… [Keep Reading]