heritage talks

25th June, 2026 at 7 p.m.

Kelvin Hall, 1445 Argyle Street, Glasgow, G3 8AW

Historian GORDON URQUHART will discuss the development of the often-overlooked neighbourhoods of Broomhill and Balshagray, from ancient estates to the early Victorian villas of local shipbuilders, and from Edwardian tenements to the devastation wrought by postwar expressway and tunnel works.

START 7PM | DOORS 6.45PM FREE ENTRY

Arrive early to be sure of a seat!

Heritage Talks have run since 1996 and joined WestFest in 2024. Grateful thanks to Ann Laird (Friends of Glasgow West) for curating the programme, and to Glasgow Life for use of the Kelvin Hall Lecture Theatre.

WestFest runs until 28 June

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