Braidfauld, Glasgow

#395 among attractions in Glasgow

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Braidfauld is a small area of Glasgow, Scotland which is in the East End of the city slightly north of the River Clyde and south of the Tollcross area. It was also the name of the 45th ward of Glasgow City Council, prior to the re-organisation into multi-member wards in 2007. ()

Coordinates: 55°50'28"N, 4°10'46"W

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Braidfauld – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Celtic Park, The Forge Shopping Centre, Tollcross International Swimming Centre, Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome.

1.2 miNW
Sport venue, Sport
Celtic Park, Glasgow
30 min walk • Celtic Park, affectionately known as "Paradise" by its fervent supporters, stands as a testament to the rich history and vibrant football culture in Glasgow, United Kingdom. This iconic sport venue is the home ground of Celtic Football Club, one of Scotland's most...
1.2 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
The Forge Shopping Centre, Glasgow
30 min walk • The Forge Shopping Centre is a bustling retail hub located in the heart of Glasgow, Scotland's largest city. Established as a shopping destination for both locals and visitors, The Forge offers a wide array of stores and services, catering to a diverse range of...
~1760 ftN
Sport venue, Sport, Sport complex
Tollcross International Swimming Centre, Glasgow
9 min walk • The Tollcross International Swimming Centre is a premier aquatic sports venue located in the heart of Glasgow, United Kingdom. This state-of-the-art facility is renowned for hosting international swimming events, including the Commonwealth Games in 2014, which...
1.2 miW
Sport venue, Sport, Sport complex
Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome, Glasgow
31 min walk • The Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome is a beacon of modern sports architecture in Glasgow, United Kingdom, and a testament to the city's commitment to advancing competitive cycling. Named after the celebrated Scottish cyclist and multiple Olympic gold medalist Sir Chris Hoy...
1 miNE
Church
Shettleston New Church, Glasgow
26 min walk • Shettleston New Church is an early 20th-century church building of the Church of Scotland in the Shettleston district of Glasgow, Scotland.
0.8 miW
Park
Cuningar Loop, Glasgow
22 min walk • The Cuningar Loop is a meander on the River Clyde in Scotland which was converted to a woodland park in the mid-2010s. It lies within the territory of Rutherglen, South Lanarkshire, directly east of the district of Dalmarnock in Glasgow.
1.1 miNE
Church
St Serf's Church, Glasgow
28 min walk • St Serf's Church is an early 20th-century church building of the Scottish Episcopal Church, located in the Shettleston area of Glasgow.
~1980 ftS
Bridge
Auchenshuggle Bridge, Glasgow
10 min walk • Auchenshuggle Bridge is a road bridge spanning the River Clyde in Glasgow, Scotland. The Auchenshuggle Bridge is the latest bridge to be built over the Clyde in the Auchenshuggle district of Glasgow, carrying the M74 motorway over the river and onto land which is part ...
1.2 miW
Bridge
Dalmarnock, Glasgow
32 min walk • Dalmarnock is a district in the Scottish city of Glasgow. It is situated east of the city centre, directly north of the River Clyde opposite the town of Rutherglen.
0.7 miS
Bridge
Clydebridge Steelworks, Glasgow
18 min walk • The Clydebridge Steelworks, also known as Clydebridge Works, is a steel works in South Lanarkshire, Scotland. The plant opened in 1877. The works made steel sheared plates to build ships - plates from Clydebridge were used in many famous vessels such as the ocean liners of the Cunard Line.
~1810 ftNE
Park
Tollcross, Glasgow
9 min walk • Tollcross is an area north of the River Clyde in Glasgow and has a popular park, opened in 1897, which is famed for its international rose trials. It lies approximately a mile east of the neighbouring suburb of Parkhead, and just north of Braidfauld and south of Shettleston.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Braidfauld?

Nearby attractions include Auchenshuggle, Glasgow (6 min walk), Tollcross, Glasgow (9 min walk), Auchenshuggle Bridge, Glasgow (10 min walk), Clydebridge Steelworks, Glasgow (18 min walk).

How to get to Braidfauld by public transport?

The nearest stations to Braidfauld:

Bus

Tollcross, Tollcross Road/ Wellshot Road • Lines: 61 (9 min walk)

Train

Carntyne (25 min walk)
Carmyle (25 min walk)