Blessed John Duns Scotus Church, Glasgow

Name: Blessed John Duns Scotus Church
Address: 270 Ballater Street, Glasgow, United Kingdom

#175 among attractions in Glasgow

Church, Modernist architecture

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Facts and practical information

Blessed John Duns Scotus Church is a Roman Catholic parish church in Gorbals, Glasgow. It was built in 1975 and is served by Franciscan priests from the Order of Friars Minor. It is located on Ballater Street, east of Laurieston Road. Since 1993, it has contained forearm of St Valentine. ()

Coordinates: 55°50'58"N, 4°14'46"W

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270 Ballater StreetSouth Side (Gorbals)Glasgow United Kingdom

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Blessed John Duns Scotus Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: People's Palace, The 13th Note, Glasgow Green, St Andrew's Cathedral.

~1980 ftE
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
People's Palace, Glasgow
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Glasgow Green, the People's Palace stands as a testament to the cultural and social history of the people of Glasgow. Established in 1898, this museum offers a poignant and comprehensive look into the lives of Glaswegians from the 18th century...
0.5 miN
Nightlife
The 13th Note, Glasgow
12 min walk • The 13th Note is a cultural hub nestled in the heart of Glasgow, United Kingdom, known for its eclectic mix of music, art, and vegetarian cuisine. This unique venue, which has garnered a reputation as a cornerstone of the city's independent music scene, is a haven for...
0.5 miE
Park, Playground
Glasgow Green, Glasgow
13 min walk • Glasgow Green is a historic park located in the east end of Glasgow, Scotland, and is the city's oldest public park. This expansive green space spans 136 acres and is a beloved haven for both locals and tourists seeking a tranquil escape from the urban bustle.
0.5 miNW
Restored 1816 Catholic church and artworks
St Andrew's Cathedral, Glasgow
13 min walk • The Metropolitan Cathedral Church of Saint Andrew or Glasgow Metropolitan Cathedral is a Roman Catholic Cathedral in the city centre of Glasgow, Scotland. It is the mother church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Glasgow.
~1330 ftNE
Obelisk
Nelson Monument, Glasgow
7 min walk • The Nelson Monument is a commemorative obelisk built in 1806 in honour of Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson, constructed the year after his death at the Battle of Trafalgar. It is located within Glasgow Green, a historic public park in Glasgow, Scotland. It stands 144 feet tall, and its square plinth is enclosed by cast iron railings.
~1510 ftNW
Sacred and religious sites, Mosque
Glasgow Central Mosque, Glasgow
8 min walk • Glasgow Central Mosque is located on the south bank of the River Clyde in the Gorbals district of central Glasgow. The organization, 'Muslims in Britain' classify the Glasgow Central Mosque as, Deobandi.
~1440 ftW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Citizens Theatre, Glasgow
7 min walk • The Citizens Theatre, in what was the Royal Princess's Theatre, is the creation of James Bridie and is based in Glasgow, Scotland as a principal producing theatre.
0.5 miW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
O2 Academy Glasgow, Glasgow
13 min walk • The O₂ Academy Glasgow is a music venue on Eglinton Street in the Gorbals area of Glasgow. It holds 2,500 people. It is one of two Academy Music Group venues in Glasgow; the other venue is the O₂ ABC Glasgow.
0.4 miN
Church
St Andrew's in the Square, Glasgow
10 min walk • St Andrew's in the Square is an 18th-century category-A-listed former church in Glasgow, Scotland, considered one of the finest classical churches in Scotland, and now Glasgow's Centre for Scottish Culture, promoting Scottish music, song and dance.
~1860 ftNW
Bridge
Victoria Bridge, Glasgow
9 min walk • Victoria Bridge is a category A listed road bridge spanning the River Clyde in Glasgow, Scotland. Victoria Bridge is the oldest surviving bridge in Glasgow, lying at the foot of Stockwell Street in the city centre.
~1140 ftN
Bridge
Albert Bridge, Glasgow
6 min walk • The Albert Bridge is a road bridge that spans the River Clyde in Glasgow, Scotland, near Glasgow Green. The bridge opened in 1871. It links the Saltmarket in the city centre with Crown Street on the city’s south side. It is category A listed, and named after Queen Victoria's consort, Prince Albert.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Blessed John Duns Scotus Church?

Nearby attractions include Hutchesontown, Glasgow (3 min walk), Albert Bridge, Glasgow (6 min walk), Nelson Monument, Glasgow (7 min walk), Glasgow Green, Glasgow (7 min walk).

How to get to Blessed John Duns Scotus Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to Blessed John Duns Scotus Church:

Bus

Glasgow Green/ Peoples Palace • Lines: c1 (11 min walk)
London Road / Turnbull Street • Lines: 2 (12 min walk)

Metro

Bridge Street • Lines: Subway (13 min walk)
St Enoch • Lines: Subway (17 min walk)

Train

Argyle Street (15 min walk)
High Street (19 min walk)