Pollokshields History Run
About this Event
About This Event
Pollokshields is one of the first garden suburbs in the UK and a key conservation area in Glasgow. Your run guide (Scottish Athletics Qualified Jog Leader) will take you on an approx 5.5 km route with stops to view and discuss architecture, history and notable residents of the district. This will include Greek Thomson, Maxwell Park and a number of stunning residences reflecting the tastes of the mid to late Victorian era. Many thanks to Pollokshields Heritage for use of information.
Key Information
Start & Finish
The event will start and finish outside Moyra Janes on the corner of KIldrostan Street and Terregles Avenue (Postcode G41 4LU)
Accessibility & Running Ability
Attendees should be able to run 5km and all paces are welcome. Prior to the start, please notify the guide of any vision or hearing needs. Please inform the guide of any injury issues before and during the run.
Unfortunately, we cannot allow dogs or other pets to come on the run.
Attendees must be 18+
Route
The run will take approx 1hr 30 min with 40 min run time. Pace will be will be gentle and adjusted to suit all attendees. There will be plenty of stops to view locations so opportunities for recovery. Pollokshields does have undulations (hills!). There is no pressure to run any gradient and the guide will manage the group accordingly.
Clothing Etc
Pease arrive ready to run as no storage is available. Wear sports clothing appropriate for weather. All tarmac surfaces so road running shoes are ideal. Please ensure you have hydration and sun protection if it is hot.
Toilet facilities
Unfortunately there are no toilet facilities due to the nature of the event
Transport
It is encouraged that participants take public transport.
Pollokshields West train station is adjacent to the start point.
There are multiple bus routes along Pollokshaws road with the stop at Torrisdale Street 5 min walk from the start point.
On street parking can be found close to the start point on Darnley street, Terregles Avenue or Nithsdale Road around the start point.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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