Glasgow tourism glasgow hotels bed and breakfast glasgow glasgow holiday rentals. It seems such a long time ago now but i took these photos on easter monday in glasgow. Jan 30, 2019 the road is a brutally astonishing work. With impeccable acoustics and hip design, this west end dive bar has fast became the best late night hangout in the west end with a 2am license. Nestled away in the heart of the west end, the hanoi bike shop brings the spirit of vietnam to glasgow. Just off byres road, in the heart of glasgows west end, the hillhead bookclub is a multilevel venue that pairs good value, rustic food with a ping pong table, hip.
They also offer 10% off printing and binding to students with valid student id. Its a real easy read, with hundreds of topics covered maybe a page per topic. Todays hillhead bookclub was once the salon picture house, operating from. Oran mor also provides the perfect setting for corporate and private events. The tenements and shops on byres road first started appearing in 1870. The fourth and final slot in the series will feature the west ends very own literary hub.
Information and consultation on proposals for redesign of byres road, from partick cross to great western road. Opened 1975, hillhead library offers a wide range of services and activities in relaxing and inspiring surroundings. Hillhead library, glasgow west end whats on glasgow. At the hanoi bike shop we do things simply, every plate is made from scratch and sourced as locally as possible. Hillhead bookclub bars and pubs in glasgow time out. A morning tea stand for two at cup tea lounge or cup byres road plus a pouch 15 teabags of great taste awards gold star gorgeous grey or breakfast tea blend to take away. Waterstones byres road teen book club tuesday 22 september. Organised by visit west end, the byres road book festival 2225 september is a partnership between glasgow life, oxfam bookshop and waterstones.
Waterstones byres road, 3555 byres road, glasgow 2020. Our bookshop is located at the top of byres road, in the heart of glasgows west end. National book award winner richard powerss twelfth novel is a sweeping, impassioned work of activism and resistance that is also a stunning evocation ofand paean tothe natural world. There is a drop in session at hillhead library every wednesday at 11am1pm. Many restaurants also have special offers listed below. Why glasgow is britains best city for music lovers. Number 16 restaurant has partnered with opentable to provide free, secure and instantly confirmed online bookings. If your book discussion club is up for the dark themes, it is a book that will leave you wanting to discuss it with others. This was the same year as the university of glasgow relocated its campus to gilmorehill, and it can probably be assumed that the influx of staff and students would have contributed to increasing trade in the area. Bar soba on byres road is a slick slice of urban decay meets cosmopolitan glamour. Nestled discretely in the heart of byres road amongst eaterys and vintage clothing stores, the record factory takes. Im reading the little book of glasgow by geoff holder. Check out our discussion questions for the road to guide your exploration of the book further. It was quite early and i couldnt believe how empty the place was.
The hillhead bookclub is on vinicombe street, just off the great western road end of byres road. An excellent book club choice but probably better suited for parents of teens and young adults, as much of the story revolves around three high school kids and the family dynamics of parenting teens. Book club charlottes favorite bookstore park road books. Visit west end is the business improvement district for byres road and the. H illhead library on byres road has a guest spot on the last episode of a bbc scotland series this weekend. Hillhead library on byres road has a guest spot on the last episode of bbc scotlands the big scottish book club this weekend. Byres road in glasgows west end has a wide selection of fine restaurants for you to choose from. All information whether in text or photographs is supplied in good faith but should not be. The byres road fashion show takes place on friday 6 and saturday 7 may at hillhead library. Waterstones byres road teen book club tuesday 22 september, 2015 glasgow west end pats guide to the glasgow west end. We offer a lounge and whisky bar, two restaurants, private dining room, live music venue, night club, and our stunning auditorium with mural ceiling by alasdair gray. We advise members to book well in advance to avoid disappointment. From the freshly made dressings and sauces to the handpressed organic tofu made inhouse every morning.
There are several bus stops on byres road and the great western road and there are numerous taxi ranks in the area. Sat morning availability is extremely limited and will fill up early, members are advised to book well in advance to avoid any disappointment. Since 2010 dance glasgow has been making dance accessible to everyone, no matter your age, body shape or ability. The visit west end card is accepted at mail boxes etc. The book clubs jennifer byrne shares her most memorable. We have a large selection of quality books, in categories ranging from uptodate academic subjects to high quality fiction. The west end has long been known for its creativity and its love of literature. Restaurants on and near byres road in glasgows west end. Panasian restaurant on byres road situated bang smack in the heart of the west end, bar soba tips its hat to the street food artists of south east asias bustling night markets. Number 16 is a small restaurant at the bottom of byres road. Readers circle is the leading 501 c 3 nonprofit connecting readers to local book clubs, reading groups, and literary salons.
Hillhead bookclub glasgow vegan restaurant opening times. The road is the most readable of mccarthys works, and consistently brilliant in its imagining of the posthumous condition of nature and civilization. Teenage book club tuesday 15th december, 2015 waterstones. And what better way to do that than with a byres road book festival. Hillhead bookclub, one of glasgows quirkier pubs sits on vinicombe street, just across. Waterstones byres road bookstore glasgow, united kingdom. The food is the weakest part of the operation at hillhead bookclub, but. Oct 21, 2017 the book clubs jennifer byrne shares her most memorable novels more covid19 shutdowns loom as australias death toll reaches eleven coronavirus. This event will take place in hillhead bookclub just off byres rd in glasgows west end. Hillhead bookclub glasgow vegan restaurant opening times and. There is a limited amount of pay parking in the streets surrounding the hillhead bookclub. Hillhead bookclub glasgow west end bar vinicombe street. With thousands of books and a programme of weekly classes and events, our friendly staff will always be on hand to help you get the most out of your visits.
The big scottish book club has been highlighting scottish writers and literature, as well as international authors and the latest books. Enjoy an evening of meditation and inspiration at waterstones byres road bookshop with gen kelsang machig, a buddhist nun and senior meditation teacher at kadampa meditation centre glasgow. Offering a more relaxed environment, the stylish lounge features lowsofastyle seating and a cocktail bar counter with highstoolstyle seating serving a selection of predinner drinks, digestifs and an extensive cocktail list. Well have a dedicated space within the venue, and of course, the bar. At the event you will experience firsthand the benefits that come from making your mind calm and peaceful. A popular spot with students looking for more from. The book clubs jennifer byrne shares her most memorable novels. All restaurants listed provide a free booking service, so why not book today and reserve your table.
Number 16 restaurant 16 byres road, glasgow, g11 5jy. This month we will be discussing the future of another timeline by annalee newitz. Discussion of mosquitoland by david arnold at waterstones teenage book club byres road. Many of byres roads most interesting buildings can be found on its side streets. If you live in glasgow, they have a guaranteed next day or earlier delivery service.
We have a massive range of styles in different levels so its never been easier to learn how to dance. This month we will be discussing the cockroach by ian mcewan. Concert square, cowcaddens road, glasgow, g4 0de 1. Oxfam bookshop byres road our bookshop is located at the top of byres road, in the heart of glasgows west end. It is free to attend and takes place in the cafe at 6pm. Hillhead library offers a wide range of services and activities in relaxing, comfortable and inspiring surroundings. Banana leaf byres road in glasgows west end serves malaysian and chinese cuisine using the highest quality ingredients. A venue where left and right handers can exist in harmony without fear of persecution. The byres road fashion show is on trend for the weekend. Its not a flashy place by any means, which, on the west ends main thoroughfare, is.
A food and drink guide to glasgows west end scotsman. Inside you will find a graffitisplashed interior, with reclaimed light fittings and table tops adding a relaxed, lofi feel. The record factory is an ambitious fusion of music and revelry in glasgow. This month we will be discussing the future of another. Select your preferred cuisine and book your restaurant in a few easy steps. Got tonnes of really interesting snippets of information in it. The book clubs jennifer byrne shares her most memorable novels more covid19 shutdowns loom as australias death toll reaches eleven coronavirus. The movie adaptation is also available for those who prefer that medium. We want to celebrate both this rich cultural heritage and strong contemporary work.
The map also shows the byres of partick, situated on the southern slopes of the hill, near the line of the present day byres road. Find out more about glasgow libraries partnership with macmillan cancer support. Our classes are affordable, you can join at any time and you dont have to pay in advance. This month we will be discussing invisible women by caroline criado perez. The venue housed in an old artdeco styled cinema with paint peeling off the walls outside, friends may raise a few eyebrows as they follow you. The lands of hillhead and the byres of partick had come into the ownership of andrew gibson on 17th june 1702 and subsequently passed down to his descendants. Hillhead bookclub is a glasgow west end bar, wellknown for their eclectic music taste, commendable cocktails and good food. Printing, copying, binding, auction logistics, post and parcel logistics, mailboxes, virtual offices and more. Restaurants near hillhead bookclub, glasgow on tripadvisor. Waterstones byres road is delighted to invite you to our monthly scifi and fantasy book club. With the vibe of a tokyo hipster hangout, this west end bar and restaurant is styled with graffiti and asian street art, butcher block benches, and black paintwork. Waterstones byres road book club events at waterstones. The friendly staff will always be on hand to help you get the most out of your visits.
Like the garage just off byres road next to book club was the uks first multistorey car park when parking your car on the street was illegal. On byres road, the oxfam music shop at number 330 is always worth a look for bargains and rarities, from vinyl and cds to instruments and. It deals with some tough emotional issues and the inner turmoil of grief from both the adult and young adult perspective. Waterstones byres road is delighted to invite you to our monthly book club. Discover our full range of books, gifts, toys, stationery and audiobooks at. The book club meets the first tuesday of the month at 6. H illhead library on byres road has a guest spot on the last episode of a bbc scotland series this weekend the big scottish book club has been highlighting scottish writers and literature, as well as international authors and the latest books. The 10 best restaurants near hillhead bookclub, glasgow. Night road by kristin hannah book club discussion questions. Glasgow life offers adult learning programmes, activities and support services in a number of libraries across the city.
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