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Glasgow Building Preservation Trust @gbptrust.bsky.social · Sep 6

Join us to explore how Glasgow became the city we know today.

✨ Free and open to all – we recommend booking your free ticket now to avoid disappointment!

Book a free space: www.doorsopendays.org.uk/regions/glas...

Glasgow 850 - The Evolution of a City | Festival Talks 2025

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Glasgow Building Preservation Trust @gbptrust.bsky.social · Sep 6

🎤 Talks Programme Announcement!

We’ll be welcoming Niall Murphy, Director of Glasgow City Heritage Trust for his fascinating talk:

🗣️ Glasgow – The Evolution of a City
📍 Festival Hub at the ARC, University of Glasgow, 11 Chapel Lane, G11 6EW
🕢 Friday 19 September, 7.30–8pm

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Glasgow Building Preservation Trust @gbptrust.bsky.social · Aug 25

The grant will go towards survey costs as part of the early development phase works.

For the full story, visit: lnkd.in/ezd8_uuw

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Glasgow Building Preservation Trust @gbptrust.bsky.social · Aug 25

🌟We are delighted to announce that GBPT has been awarded £15K from the Pilgrim Trust’s Preservation & Conservation grant towards the redevelopment of Whitevale Baths.

Having lain empty since 2004, GBPT are working to restore the building and create a new home for the children’s charity PEEK.

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Glasgow Building Preservation Trust @gbptrust.bsky.social · Aug 20

🏆 We are thrilled to announce that #GBPT have been shortlisted for the Heritage Champion Award in this year’s Inspiring City Awards!

The Herald and Glasgow Chamber of Commerce have joined forces to reinstate the awards with the ceremony taking place on the 8th Sep.

Find out more: lnkd.in/esU-9dzJ

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Glasgow Women's Library @womenslibrary.bsky.social · Aug 6

We're excited to be taking part in #GlasgowDoorsOpenDaysFestival 2025 this September!
Come and celebrate a milestone in our journey towards operational net zero! Find out more here:
www.doorsopendays.org.uk/regions/glas...

#GDODF25
#GlasgowDoorsOpenDays
#TheVisionaryCity
@gbptrust.bsky.social

Pink background with white text: We're Taking Part! 18 - 21 September
Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival Free Event!

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Glasgow City Heritage Trust @glasgowheritage.bsky.social · Aug 5

We’re proud to support the Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival run by @gbptrust.bsky.social with nearly £25k in grant funding 💸

🎉 150+ iconic buildings
🚪 Hidden spaces
🚶♀️ Guided walks
🎨 Exhibitions & family fun
🕺 Ceilidhs!

🗓️ 18–21 Sept 2025
🔗 glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk
GCHT Grants: buff.ly/WnCdBRU

Inside the unique Glasgow festival which gives rare access to iconic buildings

The public is set to be given behind-the-scenes access to more than 150 iconic Glasgow buildings.

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Glasgow Building Preservation Trust @gbptrust.bsky.social · Aug 7

⚡️Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival Programme & bookings are LIVE!

Discover Glasgow for free this September! Scotland’s largest free heritage and community festival returns from 18 - 21 September. Full programme: glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk

Check out our 2025 trailer:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=52SX...

Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival 2025 Trailer

YouTube video by Glasgow Building Preservation Trust

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South Glasgow Heritage & Environment Trust @sghetorg.bsky.social · Jun 11

We're also planning events for #Glasgow #DoorsOpenDays Festival #GDODF Thurs 18th-Sun 21st September #Glasgow850. Join their mailing list here 📥👉 glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk & follow the Glasgow Doors Opens Days Festival organisers @gbptrust.bsky.social

Screenshot of the Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival website homepage announcing their 2025 theme: 'The Visionary City' and featuring a photograph of the Glasgow Riverside Museum of Transport and Technology and The Tall Ship Glenlee next to it on the river Clyde.

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Matthew Mckeague @memckeague.bsky.social · Apr 29

No better people to take a walking tour of Glasgow than with the good people of @gbptrust.bsky.social. Such an interesting day yesterday learning about projects old and new with @archhfund.org.uk's Heritage Development Trust cohort.

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The Architectural Heritage Fund @archhfund.org.uk · Apr 28

It’s been great to welcome colleagues & orgs from across the UK to Glasgow this afternoon for a busy session on Heritage Development Trusts - hosted by @gbptrust.bsky.social featuring a range of talks and presentations including @memckeague.bsky.social and Nat Lottery Heritage Fund.

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South Glasgow Heritage & Environment Trust @sghetorg.bsky.social · Apr 24

Just 3 tickets left for our new Magnificent 11 long-form walk of south #Glasgow's sculpted & wilder fringes on Sunday 4th May 👣👉 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/magnificen...

📷 Castlemilk Stables (built circa 1750, whose restoration was coordinated by @gbptrust.bsky.social) photographed by Graeme Boyle.

The restored Georgian-era Castlemilk Stables in south Glasgow.

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Glasgow Building Preservation Trust @gbptrust.bsky.social · Apr 23

Today: ‘Sauchiehall Street to Seven Lochs: A Sensory History of Glasgow Wetlands’ 🌾

Find out about the surprising links between this bustling city centre street and Scotland’s largest urban heritage and nature park.

🕕 6—7.30pm
📍 199 Sauchiehall St
🎟️ lnkd.in/eVwdY5ER

#NotToBeSniffedAt #GBPT

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University of Glasgow @uofglasgow.bsky.social · Apr 15

Sniff… sniff... what’s that smell on Sauchiehall Street? Find out on Smelly Sunday! 👃

🗓️27 April 12-3pm at Edward House

Join us as we trace the history of the street with scent-themed activities for all ages.

More: gla.ac/3EifNrh

Poster for “Smelly Sunday,” taking place on Sunday 27 April 2025 from 12–3pm at Edward House, 199 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow. Features a stylised image of a face smelling pink roses, with text asking “How does scent link to our memories and culture?” and “What does Sauchiehall Street smell like?” Event is free to enter. Background includes vintage photos of the street and a circular blue badge reading “Free entry.”

A poster with text reading: Explore the NOT TO BE SNIFFED AT exhibition – a collaboration between Glasgow Building Preservation Trust and perfumier Clara Weale – and enjoy an afternoon of ‘smelly activities’ for all ages!
Discover the chemistry of scent, measure your own brain waves and get hands on with activities led by researchers from the University of Glasgow.
Scan the QR code to join our Facebook group and find out more about the exhibition. This unique project explores the powerful link between smell and memory, recreating the aromas that tell the story of one of Glasgow’s most iconic streets.

Smelly Sunday is supported by the UKRI Guarantee Fund, as part of the Explorathon Festival.
Sauchiehall Street: Culture and Heritage District is funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, delivered by Glasgow Life in partnership with Glasgow City Council.

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Kenny Stewart @kennystew.art · Apr 15

A smell-based event on Sauchiehall Street on a Sunday.

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Glasgow Building Preservation Trust @gbptrust.bsky.social · Apr 17

👃🏼🧠 Join us for ‘The Language of Scent: How Smells Speak to Memory and Emotion’ – an interactive event exploring the relationship between scent, culture, and perception. Part of #NotToBeSniffedAt: An Aromatic History of Sauchiehall Street.

🗓️ 24 April, 6pm

More info: www.gbpt.org/sauchiehall-...

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Glasgow Building Preservation Trust @gbptrust.bsky.social · Apr 16

Join us this Saturday for the official launch of ‘Not to Be Sniffed At: An Aromatic History of Sauchiehall Street’, Come along and explore the olfactive history of the street and learn about the art of scent making.

🗓️ 19 April, 12noon
📍 Edward House
Find out more: www.gbpt.org/sauchiehall-...

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Glasgow Building Preservation Trust @gbptrust.bsky.social · Apr 4

(2/2) Experience interactive workshops, engaging talks, and guided "sniffaris" as you explore the evocative and unexpected aromas that bring the street’s history to life.

🗓️ 19 April – 3 May
📍 Edward House

For opening times and for full events programme: www.gbpt.org/sauchiehall-...

Sauchiehall Street

Sauchiehall Street is one of Glasgow’s most famous streets, known for its history, culture, and lively atmosphere. But it’s not just what you see and hear that makes it special—smell also plays...

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Glasgow Building Preservation Trust @gbptrust.bsky.social · Apr 4

(1/2) Coming soon: ‘Not To Be Sniffed At’: An aromatic history of Sauchiehall Street

Follow your nose to Sauchiehall Street for this immersive exhibition on scent and memory - a collaboration between Glasgow Building Preservation Trust and perfumer Clara Weale.

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Glasgow Building Preservation Trust @gbptrust.bsky.social · Apr 3

(2/2) This is a unique opportunity to shape an iconic festival, working with incredible venues and local storytellers.

TO APPLY: email [email protected] with your CV and a short cover letter.

Learn more and download the full job pack on our website: www.gbpt.org/vacancies

Vacancies

Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival Manager

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Glasgow Building Preservation Trust @gbptrust.bsky.social · Apr 3

(1/2) 🚨 Last chance to apply! 🚨

Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival is looking for a dynamic Festival Manager to lead the 2025 edition of the city's biggest celebration of architecture, heritage, and community.

Applications close on tomorrow, 12noon – don’t miss out!

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Glasgow Building Preservation Trust @gbptrust.bsky.social · Apr 1

(2/2) While you are here, you still have till 4 April to apply for our Festival Manager position. This is a wonderful opportunity for anyone looking to shape and develop one of Scotland’s best loved community heritage festival.

📩 Find out more on our website: www.gbpt.org/vacancies

Glasgow Building Preservation Trust @gbptrust.bsky.social · Apr 1

(1/2) ☀️With spring in the air, we have been looking back at fond memories of #GDODF 2024 and reminiscing about the magical open buildings, inspiring talks and captivating trails that took part: youtu.be/3QeUcGu3nF8?...

Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival 2024 Highlights

YouTube video by Glasgow Building Preservation Trust

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Glasgow Building Preservation Trust @gbptrust.bsky.social · Mar 27

🗝️ There is still one week to apply for our Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival Manager Position.

Interested in crafting unforgettable experiences, fostering community engagement, and celebrating Glasgow's rich cultural heritage?

See our job pack for more info: www.gbpt.org/vacancies

#ApplyNow

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Glasgow Building Preservation Trust @gbptrust.bsky.social · Mar 14

(3/3) TO APPLY: email [email protected] with your CV and a short cover letter by 4 April.
Learn more and download the full job pack on our website: www.gbpt.org/vacancies

#GlasgowJobs #FestivalManager #GDODF

Vacancies

Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival Manager

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