Blantyre Project - Official History, Lanarkshire - Page 569 of 1119 - Old Blantyre Photos, Old Blantyre Stories, Blantyre People

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…

Pictured here in the late 1980’s is “strongman” the late Jon Pal Sigmarsson who attended the Blantyre Highland Games. Beside him and the huge ‘pint’ of milk, is Bardykes owner Mr Sandy Wilkie, his home in the background. The photo, shared recently by Sandy also has the Wilkie’s pickup in the background, a familiar […]

Glasgow Road – By Bernadette Matytsine

Digital Reporter

January 25, 2018

Blantyre People

Comments

Local lass Bernadette Matytsine has written an amazing song all about Glasgow Road, Blantyre! It’s a song about yearning for home, for Glasgow Road and for Blantyre again. Her proud husband Sacha told us, “I’m originally from Moscow in Russia. I moved over to Scotland from Paris 6 years ago. When I met Bernadette she lived […]

Robertsons Ginger Cart

Digital Reporter

January 25, 2018

Blantyre Icons

Comments

Continuing more previously unseen photos online. This fantastic picture of Robertsons Ginger ‘cairt’ has Blantyre man Peter McDonald standing beside it. His great grandson, Johnny Gilluley shared the picture. The cart actually looks quite new, well certainly the wheels do and I suspect this is what the photograph was showing off. The words “Springwell […]

Oakbank, 331 & 333 Glasgow Road

Digital Reporter

January 25, 2018

Blantyre Buildings, Blantyre Glasgow Road

2 Comments

Constructed: >1902<1904 Other Names: None Constructor: T. Crombie Original Address: 309 & 311 Glasgow Rd House Type: Semi detached Current Address: 331 & 333 Glasgow Rd Brief Summary: ‘Oakbank’ is a semi-detached stone cottage of one and a half storeys. Situated on a long rectangular plot, in front of the modern St Blane’s Primary School, […]

Laurel Cottage, 329 Glasgow Road

Digital Reporter

January 24, 2018

Blantyre Buildings, Blantyre Glasgow Road

Comments

Constructed: >1902<1904 Other Names: None Constructor: Richard McCall Original Address: 307 Glasgow Road House Type: detached Villa Current Address: 329 Glasgow Road Brief Summary: Richard W McCall was a builder from Auchinraith Road whom, when trams arrived in Blantyre, wanted a taste for himself of owning a superior home near the Glasgow Road terminus. […]

Cube Wraps & Vehicle Branding

Digital Reporter

January 24, 2018

Blantyre Business

Comments

At the end of November, we all welcomed another new business to our area. Cube Wraps and Vehicle Branding are open in Blantyre! Specialists in vehicle livery, digitally printed commercial wraps and supreme colour change installers. Pop in and have a look at their massive selection of colours and textures. They’ll make your vehicle turn […]

Clifton (Hilden/ Moraig) – 327 Glasgow Road

Digital Reporter

January 23, 2018

Blantyre Buildings, Blantyre Glasgow Road

1 Comment

Clifton (Hilden / Moraig) Constructed: >1902<1904 Other Names: Moraig, then Hilden Constructor: W.G Robertson Original Address: 305 Glasgow Road House Type: detached Villa Current Address: 327 Glasgow Road Brief Summary: Constructed by William G Robertson sometime between 1902 and 1904, Clifton is an impressive detached villa with one of the largest gardens and garages […]