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Pollokshields Burgh Hall

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The Pollokshields Burgh Hall stands at the edge of Maxwell Park, Glasgow, Scotland. Designed by Henry Edward Clifford and constructed in 17th-century Scottish Baronial style, this was opened in 1890 by Sir John Stirling Maxwell as a Masonic Meeting Place and for the use of the community but served the independent burgh of Pollokshields only until 1891 when the rapidly expanding city swallowed up the area. The hall contained various council offices and a courtroom. It continues to this day as a Masonic meeting place, hence the numerous Masonic symbols in the carvings (especially at the back of the building) and in the stained-glass windows.The first lodge to meet there was Pollok No 772 on 25 October 1890. On that occasion the Foundation Stone was laid in the vestibule by Bro. Sir John Stirling Maxwell of Pollok, Bart., who with others were made Honorary Affiliates. Sir John donated the land for Maxwell Park and the Burgh Halls in 1888. On giving the Hall into the hands of Glasgow Corporation, a codicil was added, agreed and signed by both parties, stating that Lodge Pollok No 772 were to be always permitted to hold their meetings therein. Despite this document's apparent disappearance, it was presented to Glasgow Corporation at a time when they wanted to close it, saying it was surplus to requirements. This document saved the halls.The hall is built of dark red sandstone from Ballochmyle in Ayrshire, which contrasts quite starkly with the blond sandstone used to build many of the surrounding villas.

Address: 70 Glencairn Drive , Glasgow G41 4LL, GLG, GB
Phone: 0141 423 8858
State: GLG
City: Glasgow
Zip Code: G41 4LL


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Reviews
Amazing, historic venue for a wedding.Lots of space on the dance floor for the evening reception and great spots outdoors for photos. highly recommend.
I was lucky enough to shoot an incredible wedding at this awesome wedding venue recently. I also got married here, so maybe I'm biased, but I love it so much. This wedding was incredibly colourful and such great fun. I'd definitely recommend this venue to anyone looking to get married in Glasgow.
We had the best wedding day here! The venue was absolutely perfect, the main room for our ceremony was stunning - we got very lucky with the sunshine coming through the beautiful stained glass. Having the indoor/ outdoor space for the drinks reception was perfect, it all felt very relaxed, and a great space for people to mingle. We also loved that there were the lovely lodges to get ready in before the wedding and stay in the night of our wedding - which meant we had no travel after our reception which made a big difference to our day. Overall the whole venue felt ornate, full of character and so charming, lots of our guests complemented it and it went a long way to helping create the happy and relaxed wedding we were hoping for.
Went to a beautiful wedding here, staff were lovely and venue gorgeous!
This was the most incredibly well-stacked event I've been to. The staff were friendly for all the 12 hours we were there. The venue was beautiful, spacious, and elegant indoors and outdoors. The hall had great acoustics for the unamplified wedding ceremony and speeches and an amplified band. Plenty of room for dancing. Outdoors we had plenty of space to play Cornhole and take some beautiful photos. Even just walking up this place is impressive.
A stunning venue, with charm, character and class! We fell in love with the venue and knew we wanted it straight away! We had the most wonderful Wedding day in October. We used the lodges to get ready, the park for photos, inside/outside space in the Loggia for drinks, the Clifford Hall for a playroom for children....it has everything!! The Maxwell Hall is stunning and was transformed seamlessly by the team from ceremony venue to dining room to Ceilidh Hall! The space is the perfect balance of feeling very special without being impersonal. The acoustics are perfect, the stained glass and natural light flooding in was beautiful and the warmth of the light and decor made a perfect party atmosphere. It was amazing to have the freedom to tailor the space to our needs. The team are just wonderful! We loved it! Our guests loved it! Everyone was so comfortable and happy in the space! I would 100% recommend!
Beautiful space that works well for all sorts of different purposes. En suite lovely park is a bonus too
What a place fora do. Great sized main hall and several smaller break out rooms and bar. Fabulous lower level area and lovely open reception room too. A great place for any event in a cracking example of Victoria Architecture in Glasgow
We had our wedding here mid September and it was the best day ever. The venue is so beautiful with original features throughout, the stained glass windows in the main hall are amazing. Our guests are still commenting on the venue! Communication with Amy was regular up until the wedding and they really made things easy for us. Would definitely recommend
We had our wedding at Pollokshields Burgh Hall in early September, and it was a fantastic venue! The main hall is a beautiful backdrop for the ceremony and reception, with lovely stained glass windows and wood panelling. There is also a great space downstairs for a drinks reception, and access to a small garden area if weather permits. Staff were very helpful throughout the whole planning process and also on the day itself. Would thoroughly recommend!
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