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Memorable Moments: High Blantyre Church Wedding in 1962

John Queen posted a 1962 photo depicting his mother, Williamina MacDonald, and grandfather outside High Blantyre Church on her wedding day to Felix Queen. He identified nearby landmarks, including a petrol station, a school, and a drinks factory, providing historical…
Glasgow Subway Construction, 1892

In March 1892, during Glasgow Subway construction, workers unearthed a large underground cavity containing a fossilized canoe, indicating its connection to an ancient floodplain by the River Kelvin. The site also revealed encrinities, intriguing geologists, as these fossils were previously…
James Kelly 1865 – 1932

James Kelly (1865-1932) was a prominent Scottish footballer, renowned as Celtic's first captain and pivotal in establishing the club's legacy. He played for Renton and Scotland, winning the Scottish Cup multiple times. Post-retirement, he became a Celtic director, with his…
Exploring Bothwell Castle on the Clyde: Thomas Allom’s Illustrations

An intriguing post on the Lost Houses of the Clyde Valley page features an illustration of Bothwell Castle created by architect and illustrator Thomas Allom. The engravings are part of the Lost Houses collection, highlighting Allom's contributions to architecture and…
The Art of Violin Making, 1892

In April 1892, a pamphlet titled "The Art of Violin Making" was published in High Blantyre by local violin enthusiast Walter Watt. It detailed the technical aspects of violin construction and was promoted in local newspapers. At the same time,…
Lanarkshire Evening Guide, 1892

In April 1892, the "Lanarkshire Evening Guide" was launched in Hamilton and distributed to Blantyre, marking a new addition to the local press. However, it was among several short-lived evening papers in late 19th century Scotland, unable to compete with…
The Abandoned Railway Station Plans in Blantyre

In April 1892, the Hamilton Herald newspaper told of new plans in Blantyre for a brand new railway station to be laid out. A third railway station for Blantyre, situated to the north of High Blantyre Station was to be…
The Falls of Clyde – Powering Scotland’s Industrial Future

Long before hydro-electric dams and modern industry, the Falls of Clyde at New Lanark helped power one of Scotland’s most important industrial communities. In the late 1700s, the fast-flowing river drove the great cotton mills that transformed New Lanark into…
The Battle of Bothwell Brig – Covenanters Defeated on the Clyde

On 22 June 1679, the fields beside Bothwell Bridge became the scene of one of Scotland’s most important religious battles. Thousands of Covenanters gathered to resist royal control over the Scottish Church—but they were poorly organised and divided in leadership.…
New Station Road, 1892

In April 1892, surveyors began measuring for a new road in Blantyre, named New Station Road, to connect Blantyre Station to Glasgow Road. This road, aimed at easing pedestrian travel in a growing area, was renamed John Street following John…
Rowdy Conduct against Church Goers, 1892

A letter sent into the Hamilton Advertiser in May 1892. “Sir,— Tired of reading on Sunday afternoon last, I, at the advice of my landlady, prepared to go to worship. On the way, a ludicrous scene almost made me forget…
Hackneys in Scotland, 1892

In 1892, Hackney horses gained popularity in Scotland, particularly for harness events. Mr. Wardrop Moore, a horse enthusiast from Greenhall House, purchased an exquisite Hackney mare from Mr. James Johnston, noted for her style and quality. She became a valuable…

Dunedin, 349 Glasgow Road

January 31, 2018

Blantyre Buildings, Blantyre Glasgow Road

Constructed: >1907<1909 Other Names: None Constructor: Gavin Semple Original Address: 321 Glasgow Rd House Type: Semi detached Current Address: 349 Glasgow Rd Brief Summary: ‘Dunedin’ and its semi-detached neighbour ‘Orwell’ have a unique appearance. The stone built villas are symmetrical with bay windows and upper dormers like their neighbours but are distinct in that […]

1989, Oldest Cottage

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January 31, 2018

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Who remembers this cottage being lived in? Pictured here, still occupied in 1989, this cottage was built in 1823. With exception of my own home, this is the oldest house in Main Street, High Blantyre still standing, although now of course a ruin. Trees grow from within it now, the roof partially collapsed, the windows […]

1989 Kirkton Cross

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January 30, 2018

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Back to 1989 in this photo. The Church Hall at Kirkton, High Blantyre had been demolished earlier in the year and by the Autumn, the site was flourishing…..with weeds, some of the clearance still to take place. This was around the time just before the widening of Hunthill Road. In the background is Carrigans […]

Dalveen, 347 Glasgow Road

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January 30, 2018

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Constructed: >1907<1909 Other Names: None Constructor: W&J Bowie Original Address: 319 Glasgow Rd House Type: Semi detached Current Address: 347 Glasgow Rd Brief Summary: ‘Dalveen’ is the western side of the semi-detached 1.5 storey stone residence, the other side being ‘Daldorch’. Dalveen, originally numbered 319 is now 347 Glasgow Road. The story of ownership […]

January Book Sales

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January 29, 2018

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January’s £205 book sales revenue raised by Blantyre Project has was again been given to sister charity website, “Blantyre Telegraph” who distributed it to 3 different causes. Absolutely thrilled and amazed by how this is ‘snowballing’. A donation of £120 to Bonnie Blantyre Environmental Group to help with pots, seeds, flowers and soil was made […]

Blantyre Oscars 2018 – 1.1 Live at Livvies

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January 29, 2018

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BLANTYRE OSCARS 2018 – Music & Entertainment 1.1 Live at Livvies <<< Back to Oscars Page Over the next fortnight, each day we’ll be looking at each of the 15 nominees in this years Blantyre Oscars. ‘Live at Livvies‘ is Blantyre’s fantastic Annual Music Festival. If YOU would like to nominate the Blantyre Community Committee […]

Daldorch, 345 Glasgow Road

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January 29, 2018

Blantyre Buildings, Blantyre Glasgow Road

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Constructed: >1907<1909 Other Names: None Constructor: W&J Bowie Original Address: 317 Glasgow Rd House Type: Semi detached Current Address: 345 Glasgow Rd Brief Summary: ‘Daldorch’ is the eastern side of a semi-detached stone Glasgow Road residence 1.5 storeys high. (the western side being ‘Dalveen.’ Built between 1907 and 1909 by Williamson and her sister […]