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Pollokshields

Ward in Glasgow City, Scotland

Coordinates:55.838, -4.298
OS grid ref:NS 56 62
Dialling code: 0141 (Glasgow)

Pollokshields sits on the south side of Glasgow, Scotland, a leafy, largely residential district developed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It’s noted for tree-lined avenues, conservation areas and a mix of grand Victorian and Edwardian villas alongside traditional tenements and small parks, giving the neighbourhood a distinct historic character.

The area has a notably multicultural population - with strong South Asian communities and a historically significant Jewish presence - reflected in independent shops, cafés and restaurants. Good rail links via Pollokshields East and Pollokshields West, active community groups and a steady stream of local businesses help maintain a well-balanced, locally rooted atmosphere while keeping the city centre within easy reach.

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Transport links

  • Airport Glasgow International Airport 5.8 miles9.3 km
  • Airport Glasgow Prestwick Airport 25.3 miles40.8 km
  • Railway station Maxwell Park Railway Station 0.3 miles0.5 km
  • Railway station Dumbreck Railway Station 0.5 miles0.8 km

Local points of interest

  • Ibrox Stadium Stadium 1.1 miles1.8 km
  • Scotland Street School Museum Museum 1.2 miles2 km
  • The Ferry Theatre 1.7 miles2.7 km
  • Hampden Park Stadium 2 miles3.1 km
  • Citizens Theatre Theatre 2 miles3.2 km
  • Silverburn Shopping centre 2 miles3.2 km
  • Museum of Transport Argyle Street Museum 2.2 miles3.5 km
  • University of Glasgow University 2.4 miles3.8 km
  • Hunterian Art Gallery University 2.5 miles4 km
  • University of Glasgow Library University 2.5 miles4 km
  • People's Palace Museum 2.5 miles4.1 km
  • Museum of Piping Museum 2.6 miles4.1 km

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