Fossil Grove, Glasgow

Name: Fossil Grove
Address: Victoria Park Dr. South, Glasgow, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 141 959 9087 ‎

#89 among attractions in Glasgow

Museum, Natural history museum, Historical place

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Facts and practical information

The Fossil Grove is a group of plant fossils located within Victoria Park, Glasgow, Scotland. It was discovered in 1887 and contains the fossilised stumps and roots of eleven extinct Lepidodendron trees, which are sometimes described as "giant club mosses" but are more closely related to quillworts. The Fossil Grove is managed as a museum and has been a popular tourist attraction since it opened for public viewing in 1890. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 55°52'36"N, 4°20'18"W

Address

Victoria Park Dr. SouthVictoria ParkGlasgow United Kingdom

Contact

+44 141 959 9087 ‎

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Day trips

Fossil Grove – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Braehead, Braehead Arena, Hamilton Crescent, Elder Park.

1 miW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Braehead, Glasgow
27 min walk • Braehead Shopping Centre stands as a beacon of modern retail and entertainment within the bustling city of Glasgow, United Kingdom. Opened in 1999, this expansive complex has become a central hub for shoppers and families alike, offering a diverse range of outlets...
1 miW
Sport venue, Sport, Entertainment
Braehead Arena, Glasgow
27 min walk • Braehead Arena, located on the outskirts of Glasgow, United Kingdom, is a premier sports venue that has become a cornerstone for both local and international events. This versatile arena, nestled within the bustling Braehead Shopping Centre area, is a hub of activity...
1.2 miE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Hamilton Crescent, Glasgow
30 min walk • Hamilton Crescent is a cricket ground located in the Partick area of Glasgow, Scotland. It is the home of the West of Scotland Cricket Club. Hamilton Crescent hosted the first international football match, played between Scotland and England.
1.1 miSE
Park
Elder Park, Glasgow
29 min walk • Elder Park is a public park in the Govan area of Glasgow, Scotland, located a short distance south of the River Clyde, to the east of the Linthouse neighbourhood.
1.1 miSE
Museum, Specialty museum
Fairfield Offices, Glasgow
29 min walk • The Fairfield Heritage Centre is situated on Govan Road, Glasgow, Scotland. Built as the offices of Fairfield Shipbuilding and Engineering Co Ltd between 1889-1891 the building was used as the principal offices for successive owners of the adjacent shipyard until 2001, when it was vacated by BAE Systems Marine.
~920 ftE
Park
Victoria Park, Glasgow
5 min walk • Victoria Park is a 20-hectare park located in the west of Glasgow, Scotland, adjacent to the districts of Scotstoun, Whiteinch, Jordanhill and Broomhill.
0.7 miE
Church
Balshagray Victoria Park Church, Glasgow
19 min walk • Balshagray Victoria Park Church is a Parish church of the Church of Scotland located in the Broomhill area of Glasgow, Scotland.
1.4 miSE
Church
New Govan Parish Church, Glasgow
37 min walk • New Govan Parish Church, presently named Govan & Linthouse Parish Church, is a 19th-century church building located in the Govan area of Glasgow, Scotland. It is one of three church buildings of the Parish of Govan & Linthouse, however, it is considered as the main Parish church.
0.7 miE
Church
Broomhill Parish Church, Glasgow
18 min walk • Broomhill Parish Church, nowadays known as Broomhill Hyndland Parish Church, is a 20th-century church building located in the Broomhill area of Glasgow, Scotland.
1.4 miSE
Church, Specialty museum, Architecture
Govan Old Parish Church, Glasgow
37 min walk • Govan Old Parish Church is the name of the original parish church serving Govan in Glasgow from the 6th century until 2007. In that year, the Church of Scotland united the two Govan congregations with Linthouse and established the parish church at Govan Cross, making Govan Old redundant.
1.2 miE
City hall
Partick Burgh Hall, Glasgow
31 min walk • Partick Burgh Hall is a municipal facility in Burgh Hall Street, Partick, Scotland. The hall, which was the headquarters of Partick Burgh Council in the early 20th century, is a Category B listed building.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Fossil Grove?

Nearby attractions include Victoria Park, Glasgow (5 min walk), Scotstoun Parish Church, Glasgow (10 min walk), Jordanhill, Glasgow (16 min walk), Clyde Tunnel, Glasgow (16 min walk).

How to get to Fossil Grove by public transport?

The nearest stations to Fossil Grove:

Bus

Victoria Park • Lines: 1C (2 min walk)
Dumbarton Road / Primrose Street • Lines: 2 (4 min walk)

Train

Jordanhill (17 min walk)
Scotstounhill (21 min walk)

Metro

Partick • Lines: Subway (32 min walk)
Govan • Lines: Subway (38 min walk)