Welcome
The Sixty Steps are a much-loved feature of Glasgow's West End. The steps which connect Kelvinside Terrace to Garriochmill Road were designed by Alexander "Greek" Thomson in the 1870s to provide access to the original Queen Margaret Bridge. The bridge across the River Kelvin has since been demolished, and the Greek Thomson Sixty Steps are currently in need of restoration.
Our Aims
The Trust's ultimate objectives are to preserve and restore the steps and gardens for continued public use and enjoyment. Also to refurbish and repair the wall, steps and embellishments as well as to replace the railings and lights.
Latest News
June 2012
This year there are several Sixty Steps related walks, talks and events at
West End Festival 2012:
- On Sunday 3rd June at 2.00pm in an event titled "Intimations of Mortality: Greek Thomson's Inspiration", actor Patrick Wallace portrays renowned Victorian architect Alexander “Greek” Thomson against the setting of his magnificent 60 Steps, bringing to life the structure’s inspiration and giving insight to the creative mind that conceived it. This free event takes place at The Sixty Steps, Queen Margaret Road, off Queen Margaret Drive, G20 6DP and has an introduction by Thomson expert Roger Guthrie.
- On Monday 4th June 7:00pm—9:00pm the Friends of Glasgow West present a 'North Kelvin' walk by Kenneth Burns, West End artist and local historian, which will visit bridges, churches, schools, a variety of domestic buildings and occasional industrial relics to the north of the River Kelvin. Includes North Woodside Old Flint Mill, Greek Thomson’s Sixty Steps, and the imposing terrace at Wilton Crescent. Tickets should be booked in advance via Barretts Newsagent, Byres Road from May 5 - tickets cost £7 and a free leaflet is included.
- On Thursday 7th June 6:30pm Historian and author Gordon R Urquhart will give an illustrated talk "Greek Thomson's West End Buildings" - on the local work of Alexander "Greek" Thomson, often referred to as "Glasgow's Other World Class Architect." Thomson's West End work is typical of his diverse career, ranging from lowly stables and rather plain tenements to the sublime Great Western Terrace, and even includes a fascinating and unique exercise in civil engineering in North Kelvinside. This is a free event, and takes place at Hillhead Library and Learning Centre, 348 Byres Road, Glasgow, G12 8AP. Tel.0141 276 1617
- On Wednesday 13th June 7:00pm—9:00pm the Friends of Glasgow West present a 'Greek Thomson's Sixty Steps' walk by Roger Guthrie, Alexander “Greek” Thomson expert - a perambulation around the West End to discuss the hidden gem the “Sixty Steps” and some splendid listed buildings designed by this world-class genius. Tickets should be booked in advance via Barretts Newsagent, Byres Road from May 5 - tickets cost £7 and a free leaflet is included.
May 2012
On
Saturday 26th May, volunteers are needed for a
Community Clean Up in partnership with Glasgow Community and Safety Services, Land and Environmental Services.
Starting from
10am at the Sixty Steps, Queen Margaret Road, and finishing at
1pm. Please wear suitable clothing. Children under 16 require adult supervision.
January 2012
The Greek Thomson Sixty Steps have recently been featured on Edwin Moore's excellent website "A Glasgow Album".
Please check our news page for more information.
How To Help
If you would like to become involved in restoring the Sixty Steps please get in touch via our contact page. You can also download and print membership and standing order donation forms from this site.
Further information about Greek Thomson as well as links to our supporters and partner organisations can be found on our links page.
