St Columba, Glasgow

Name: St Columba
Address: 74 Hopehill Road, Glasgow, United Kingdom

#150 among attractions in Glasgow

Church, Romanesque architecture

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St Columba's Church is a Roman Catholic Parish church in Woodside, Glasgow, Scotland. It was completed in 1941 and designed by Gillespie, Kidd & Coia. It is situated on Hopehill Road south west of Garscube Road. From 2005 until 2016 it was served by priests from the Dominican Order. Since 2016 it has been served by the Holy Ghost Fathers. It is a category A listed building. ()

Completed: 1941 (83 years ago)Architectural style: Romanesque revivalCoordinates: 55°52'35"N, 4°15'60"W

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74 Hopehill RoadFirhillGlasgow United Kingdom

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St Columba – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: O2 ABC Glasgow, Glasgow University Union, Glasgow School of Art, Queen's Cross Church.

0.7 miS
Dancing, Nightlife
O2 ABC Glasgow, Glasgow
20 min walk • The O2 ABC Glasgow is a prominent entertainment venue located in the heart of Glasgow, Scotland, known for hosting a diverse array of live performances and night-time events. Housed in a historic building that has evolved through various incarnations, the O2 ABC stands...
0.8 miW
Nightlife, Universities and schools
Glasgow University Union, Glasgow
20 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Glasgow's historic West End, the Glasgow University Union (GUU) is a cornerstone of student life at the University of Glasgow. With its origins dating back to 1885, the Union has a rich heritage and plays a key role in the social and cultural...
0.7 miS
Museum, Art museum, Art Nouveau architecture
Glasgow School of Art, Glasgow
19 min walk • The Glasgow School of Art is an iconic institution nestled in the vibrant city of Glasgow, United Kingdom. It is not only a prestigious educational establishment but also an architectural masterpiece, renowned for its significant contribution to the modern arts...
~1750 ftNW
Church, Art Nouveau architecture, Architecture
Queen's Cross Church, Glasgow
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Glasgow's vibrant West End, Queen's Cross Church stands as a beacon of architectural splendor and historical significance. This church, designed by the renowned Scottish architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh, is a testament to the unique blend of...
0.6 miS
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Tenement House, Glasgow
15 min walk • The Tenement House is a historic house museum in Glasgow, owned and operated by the National Trust for Scotland. It is located at 145 Buccleuch Street, in the Garnethill area, near Charing Cross railway station and Cowcaddens subway station.
0.5 miW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Websters Theatre, Glasgow
12 min walk • Websters is a theatre in Glasgow, Scotland. It also operates as a bar and restaurant. Websters occupies the building of the 19th-century former Lansdowne Parish Church.
0.8 miS
Nightlife, Cinema
Glasgow Film Theatre, Glasgow
20 min walk • The Glasgow Film Theatre is an independent cinema in the city centre of Glasgow. GFT is a registered charity. It occupies a purpose-built cinema building, first opened in 1939, and now protected as a category B listed building.
0.7 miS
Church
St Aloysius Church, Glasgow
19 min walk • St Aloysius Church is a Roman Catholic Parish church in the Garnethill area of Glasgow in Scotland. It is the only church in Glasgow to be run by the Society of Jesus. It is situated on the corner of Hill Street and Rose Street and is next door to St Aloysius' College, Glasgow, having a close relationship with the school.
0.4 miSW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St Mary's Cathedral, Glasgow
10 min walk • The Cathedral Church of St Mary the Virgin, commonly called St Mary's Cathedral, is a cathedral of the Scottish Episcopal Church. It is located on the Great Western Road, in the west end of Glasgow, Scotland.
0.7 miS
Architecture, Sacred and religious sites, Synagogue
Garnethill Synagogue, Glasgow
17 min walk • Garnethill Synagogue is the historic 'cathedral synagogue' of Scotland. It is located in Garnethill, Glasgow.
0.8 miS
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
McLellan Galleries, Glasgow
20 min walk • The McLellan Galleries are an exhibition space in the city of Glasgow, Scotland, situated behind a frontage of shops in Sauchiehall Street.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to St Columba?

Nearby attractions include Woodside, Glasgow (7 min walk), The Glue Factory, Glasgow (8 min walk), Queen's Cross Church, Glasgow (9 min walk), St Mary's Cathedral, Glasgow (10 min walk).

How to get to St Columba by public transport?

The nearest stations to St Columba:

Bus

Maryhill Road / North Woodside Road • Lines: 17, 60, 60A, 61, 8, C8 (5 min walk)
Maryhill Road / Hinshaw Street • Lines: 17, 60, 60A, 61, 8, C8, N60 (6 min walk)

Metro

St Georges Cross • Lines: Subway (10 min walk)
Kelvinbridge • Lines: Subway (14 min walk)

Train

Charing Cross (22 min walk)
Possilpark and Parkhouse (26 min walk)