Elder Park, Glasgow

Name: Elder Park
Address: Glasgow, United Kingdom

#56 among attractions in Glasgow

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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. It contains Elder Park Library, a boating pond, the original Fairfield farmhouse, and Linthouse Mansion portico. ()

Elevation: 33 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 55°51'45"N, 4°19'31"W

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South Side (Govan)Glasgow United Kingdom

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Day trips

Elder Park – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Riverside Museum, Ibrox Stadium, House for an Art Lover, Hamilton Crescent.

0.8 miE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Riverside Museum, Glasgow
20 min walk • The Riverside Museum in Glasgow is a beacon of innovation and design, providing a window into the city's rich industrial past. This contemporary museum, which opened its doors in 2011, stands proudly on the banks of the River Clyde, showcasing Glasgow's transportation...
0.9 miSE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Ibrox Stadium, Glasgow
23 min walk • Ibrox Stadium, an iconic landmark in the city of Glasgow, United Kingdom, is a bastion of Scottish football and home to the prestigious Rangers Football Club. With a seating capacity of over 50,000, this sport venue is one of the largest and most celebrated stadiums in...
1.1 miSE
Museum, History museum, Art Nouveau architecture
House for an Art Lover, Glasgow
29 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant heart of Glasgow, House for an Art Lover stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural tapestry and its enduring love affair with the arts. Conceived as a harmonious blend of art and architecture, this unique venue was brought to life based...
0.9 miNE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Hamilton Crescent, Glasgow
24 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.
1.2 miNE
Theater
Cottiers, Glasgow
31 min walk • Cottiers is a theatre located in Glasgow, Scotland. It also operates as a bar and restaurant. Cottiers occupies the building of the 19th-century former Dowanhill Parish Church.
~1230 ftNE
Museum, Specialty museum
Fairfield Offices, Glasgow
6 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.
1 miN
Park
Victoria Park, Glasgow
26 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.
0.9 miN
Church
Balshagray Victoria Park Church, Glasgow
24 min walk • Balshagray Victoria Park Church is a Parish church of the Church of Scotland located in the Broomhill area of Glasgow, Scotland.
0.6 miE
Church
New Govan Parish Church, Glasgow
15 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.
1.1 miNW
Museum, Natural history museum, Historical place
Fossil Grove, Glasgow
29 min walk • 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.
1.1 miN
Church
Broomhill Parish Church, Glasgow
28 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Elder Park?

Nearby attractions include Fairfield Offices, Glasgow (6 min walk), Linthouse, Glasgow (7 min walk), Clyde Tunnel, Glasgow (13 min walk), Drumoyne, Glasgow (15 min walk).

How to get to Elder Park by public transport?

The nearest stations to Elder Park:

Bus

Govan, Langlands Road/ Arklet Road • Lines: 3 (4 min walk)
Govan, Crossloan Road/ Uist Street • Lines: 3 (4 min walk)

Metro

Govan • Lines: Subway (15 min walk)
Partick • Lines: Subway (21 min walk)

Train

Partick (21 min walk)
Cardonald (23 min walk)