Ramshorn Graveyard Tour
The Friends of Ramshorn Graveyard are delighted to announce that FREE* Tours of the Graveyard are now available every Wednesday during the months of June, July and August.
Situated in the heart of the Merchant City at 98 Ingram St. the Graveyard was established in 1719 and predates the Necropolis by 110 years. The resting place of many notable individuals who gave Glasgow its street names including the Buchanans and Glassfords the graveyard has a fascinating story to tell, reflecting the development of the City itself.
Tobacco Lords and Merchants who helped make Glasgow the second City of the Empire are all covered in the tour along with other notable individuals whose deaths made newspaper headlines in their day. The darker side of the graveyard is covered too including the activities of grave robbers that were common in the 19th century. To find out more about the graveyard and the role of its residents in the history of Glasgow book a tour with the Friends of Ramshorn Graveyard.
Tour Dates are:
June (4th,11th,18th,25th)
July( 2nd,9th,16th,23rd,30th)
August(6th,13th,20th,27th).
The tour starts at 11am and lasts for 1hr.
To book a Tour email: [email protected], stating which date you wish to attend.
n.b. under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.
*donations are welcome.
Ramshorn Graveyard Tour
The Friends of Ramshorn Graveyard are delighted to announce that FREE* Tours of the Graveyard are now available every Wednesday during the months of June, July and August.
Situated in the heart of the Merchant City at 98 Ingram St. the Graveyard was established in 1719 and predates the Necropolis by 110 years. The resting place of many notable individuals who gave Glasgow its street names including the Buchanans and Glassfords the graveyard has a fascinating story to tell, reflecting the development of the City itself.
Tobacco Lords and Merchants who helped make Glasgow the second City of the Empire are all covered in the tour along with other notable individuals whose deaths made newspaper headlines in their day. The darker side of the graveyard is covered too including the activities of grave robbers that were common in the 19th century. To find out more about the graveyard and the role of its residents in the history of Glasgow book a tour with the Friends of Ramshorn Graveyard.
Tour Dates are:
June (4th,11th,18th,25th)
July( 2nd,9th,16th,23rd,30th)
August(6th,13th,20th,27th).
The tour starts at 11am and lasts for 1hr.
To book a Tour email: [email protected], stating which date you wish to attend.
n.b. under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.
*donations are welcome.
Ramshorn Graveyard Tour
The Friends of Ramshorn Graveyard are delighted to announce that FREE* Tours of the Graveyard are now available every Wednesday during the months of June, July and August.
Situated in the heart of the Merchant City at 98 Ingram St. the Graveyard was established in 1719 and predates the Necropolis by 110 years. The resting place of many notable individuals who gave Glasgow its street names including the Buchanans and Glassfords the graveyard has a fascinating story to tell, reflecting the development of the City itself.
Tobacco Lords and Merchants who helped make Glasgow the second City of the Empire are all covered in the tour along with other notable individuals whose deaths made newspaper headlines in their day. The darker side of the graveyard is covered too including the activities of grave robbers that were common in the 19th century. To find out more about the graveyard and the role of its residents in the history of Glasgow book a tour with the Friends of Ramshorn Graveyard.
Tour Dates are:
June (4th,11th,18th,25th)
July( 2nd,9th,16th,23rd,30th)
August(6th,13th,20th,27th).
The tour starts at 11am and lasts for 1hr.
To book a Tour email: [email protected], stating which date you wish to attend.
n.b. under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.
*donations are welcome.
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TRNSMT Drop In Session
DF Concerts & Events invites local residents to come along and learn more about the exciting events happening on Glasgow Green in July 2025.
TRNSMT will take place from Friday 11th to Sunday 11th July 2025.
This is a great opportunity to speak one-on-one with representatives from DF Concerts, as well as the event Traffic and Security Teams, along with Police Scotland and Glasgow City Council. They'll be available to answer your questions and listen to your feedback as they plan the events.
Community Council Meeting
Join us for our monthly meeting in the City Chambers. The agenda is on our Next Meeting page.
Community Council Meeting
Join us for our monthly meeting in the City Chambers. The agenda is on our Next Meeting page.
Community Litter Pick
Come along to our next Community Litter Pick, on Saturday 21st September between 10.30am and 1pm. Meet at the Ramshorn Graveyard - all equipment provided.
Britannia Panopticon - July
The Britannia Panopticon Music Hall has an amazing line up of entertainment this month, and indeed every month. MCTCC residents get 10% discount - use the discount code G1PANOPTICON when booking through their ticket website, www.ticketsource.co.uk/panopticon .
The world's oldest surviving music hall is open for general viewing every Thursday and Saturday, and locals can visit for free!
Friends of Ramshorn Graveyard Public Meeting, 29th May 2024
Come along to the City Chambers at 6.30pm on Tuesday 29th May for an update on the Friends of Ramshorn Group. Find out about their latest plans and objectives for the Ramshorn Graveyeard, and their action plan to try and achieve these. The group is always looking for Volunteers and new members, so if you'd like to make a difference to this haven of peace and tranquility in the Merchant City, come along and get involved.
Meeting from 6.30pm in Committee Room 1, 2nd Floor.