Glasgow Green
On the north bank of the River Clyde in Glasgow's east end lies a park called Glasgow Green. It is the oldest park in the city and was established in the fifteenth century. From its founding, it has been a well-liked green area for both residents and visitors.
The park is home to a number of famous landmarks, including the Nelson Memorial, St. Andrew's Palace, People's Palace, Templeton Mill, McLennan Bridge, Flesher's Haugh, and Tidal Dam.
Green Park was a popular location for political demonstrations throughout the First World War in the early years of the 20th century. In recent times, the venue has also become a favorite for many live music events. One of the most significant events conducted at Glasgow Green each year is the pop & rock festival. The park is now one of 27 locations in Glasgow that are preserved by the Fields in Trust thanks to a formal "Memorandum of Understanding," which is a legacy of the 2014 Commonwealth Games. This agreement is meant to guarantee that the Green will be kept open to the public as a place of recreation for the next generations. In addition to music festivals, the park still hosts athletic activities. The annual Great Scotland Run is usually held in early October and ends in Green with runners running through the historic McLennan Arch.
In short, Glasgow Green:
- is Glasgow's oldest park at 55 hectares (136 acres) on the north bank of the River Clyde.
- coming to the park, you have the opportunity to visit many famous sites such as Nelson Monument, St. Andrew's Palace, People's Palace, Templeton Mill, McLennan Bridge, etc.
- was awarded the Green Flag in 2011 for meeting national park standards and quality green spaces.
