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Broomielaw Collection

"Broomielaw: A Glimpse into Glasgow's Victorian Era" Step back in time to the early 1900s, where Broomielaw, a bustling area of Glasgow, Scotland

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: Glasgow / The Broomielaw

Glasgow / The Broomielaw
A paddle steamer at the quayside Date: 1907

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: Broomielaw, Glasgow early 1900's

Broomielaw, Glasgow early 1900's

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: Glasgow, Broomielaw (colour photo)

Glasgow, Broomielaw (colour photo)
3649527 Glasgow, Broomielaw (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Glasgow, Broomielaw)

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: Scotland: The Broomielaw, Glasgow (b / w photo)

Scotland: The Broomielaw, Glasgow (b / w photo)
5204093 Scotland: The Broomielaw, Glasgow (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Broomielaw, Glasgow)

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: Paddle steamer, Broomielaw, Glasgow

Paddle steamer, Broomielaw, Glasgow

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: Glasgow Broomielaw Bridge Victorian period

Glasgow Broomielaw Bridge Victorian period

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: Broomielaw Bridge, Glasgow

Broomielaw Bridge, Glasgow

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: Glasgow Broomielaw Victorian period

Glasgow Broomielaw Victorian period

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: Broomielaw, Glasgow

Broomielaw, Glasgow

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: Broomielaw Bridge Glasgow Victorian period

Broomielaw Bridge Glasgow Victorian period

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: Broomielaw, Glasgow, Victorian period

Broomielaw, Glasgow, Victorian period

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: Glasgow Broomielaw River Clyde early 1900s

Glasgow Broomielaw River Clyde early 1900s

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: Not So Happy Sir Alex Ferguson After Broomielaw Fails To Per

Not So Happy Sir Alex Ferguson After Broomielaw Fails To Perform The Xplor Maiden Stakes Newmarket Craven Meeting 2007 Rowley Mile Course, Newmarket, England 18 April 2007 Date: 18 April 2007

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: Broomielaw Ridden By Jamie Spencer, Sir Alex Fergusons Horse

Broomielaw Ridden By Jamie Spencer, Sir Alex Fergusons Horse The Xplor Maiden Stakes Newmarket Craven Meeting 2007 Rowley Mile Course, Newmarket, England 18 April 2007 Date: 18 April 2007

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: Glasgow (engraving)

Glasgow (engraving)
6025847 Glasgow (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Glasgow. Illustration for unidentified railway guide, c 1880.); © Look and Learn

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: View of the Broomielaw in the year 1802 (engraving)

View of the Broomielaw in the year 1802 (engraving)
5210028 View of the Broomielaw in the year 1802 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of the Broomielaw in the year 1802)

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: Pleasure Steamers leaving Broomielaw, Galsgow, Scotland

Pleasure Steamers leaving Broomielaw, Galsgow, Scotland. Date: circa 1910s

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: The Steamboat Quay at the Broomielaw (engraving)

The Steamboat Quay at the Broomielaw (engraving)
967008 The Steamboat Quay at the Broomielaw (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Steamboat Quay at the Broomielaw)

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: Glasgow Illustrated (engraving)

Glasgow Illustrated (engraving)
1045447 Glasgow Illustrated (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Glasgow Illustrated)

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: Glasgow G2 8 Map

Glasgow G2 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Glasgow G2 8

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: Glasgow G1 4 Map

Glasgow G1 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Glasgow G1 4

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: The Broomielaw Bridge, Glasgow, 1898. Creator: Unknown

The Broomielaw Bridge, Glasgow, 1898. Creator: Unknown
The Broomielaw Bridge, Glasgow, 1898. From " Our Own Country, Volume I.". [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, 1898]

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: Broomielaw Bridge, Glasgow, Scotland

Broomielaw Bridge, Glasgow, Scotland
The Broomielaw Bridge, designed by Thomas Telford, was opened in 1836 as a replacement for an earlier bridge on the same site

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: Victorian Glasgow, Broomielaw and the River Clyde, 19th Century

Victorian Glasgow, Broomielaw and the River Clyde, 19th Century
Vintange illustration of Victorian Glasgow, Broomielaw and the River Clyde, 19th Century

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: Telfords bridge over the Clyde at Broomielaw, Glasgow, 1891

Telfords bridge over the Clyde at Broomielaw, Glasgow, 1891. This was the great Scottish civil engineer Thomas Telfords (1757-1834) last stone bridge

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: The Steamboat Quay At The Broomielaw, Glasgow, Scotland In The 19th Century

The Steamboat Quay At The Broomielaw, Glasgow, Scotland In The 19th Century. From Cities Of The World, Published C.1893

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: Steam boats tied up Broomielaw, River Clyde, Glasgow Scotlan

Steam boats tied up Broomielaw, River Clyde, Glasgow Scotlan
Vintage 19th century photograph: Steam boats tied up along the Broomielaw on the river Clyde, Glasgow Scotland

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: Horse drawn/pedestrians Broomielaw Bridge Glasgow, River Cly

Horse drawn/pedestrians Broomielaw Bridge Glasgow, River Cly
HVintage 19th century photograph: orse drawn and pedestrian traffic on the Broomielaw Bridge Glasgow, over the River Clyde

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: Paddle steamers on the River Clyde, Broomielaw, Glasgow, 19th Century

Paddle steamers on the River Clyde, Broomielaw, Glasgow, 19th Century
Vintage colour engraving of Paddle steamers on the River Clyde, Broomielaw, Glasgow, 19th Century

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: Thomas Telfords (1757-1834) bridge over the Clyde at Broomielaw, Glasgow. His

Thomas Telfords (1757-1834) bridge over the Clyde at Broomielaw, Glasgow. His last stone bridge, begun 18 March 1833, opened 1 January 1836. Horse trams crossing bridge

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: River Clyde from the George V Bridge, Glasgow, Scotland

River Clyde from the George V Bridge, Glasgow, Scotland Date: circa 1930s

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: George V Bridge, Broomielaw, Glasgow, Scotland

George V Bridge, Broomielaw, Glasgow, Scotland
George V Bridge and Broomielaw street, Glasgow, Scotland on the north bank of the River Clyde - featuring (left) the Clyde Navigation Trust building

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: glasgow, broomielaw, u. k. 1880, early morning, departure, highland steamer, columba

glasgow, broomielaw, u. k. 1880, early morning, departure, highland steamer, columba
Glasgow; Broomielaw; U.K.; 1880. Early morning departure of the Highland Steamer Columba

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: New Bridge and Broomielaw, Glasgow, c. 1840 (engraving)

New Bridge and Broomielaw, Glasgow, c. 1840 (engraving)
XJF468548 New Bridge and Broomielaw, Glasgow, c.1840 (engraving) by Bartlett, William Henry (1809-54) (after); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: Down The Watter

Down The Watter
1885: Moored at Broomielaw, Glasgow in the foreground the steamer Chancellor (1880) behind which is Buchanans Vivid and then Eagle both dating from 1864

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: Glasgow from the Sailors Home, 1880

Glasgow from the Sailors Home, 1880. Five bridges are visible spanning the Clyde and they are, from nearest the viewer; the Caledonian Railway Bridge (completed 1879)

Background imageBroomielaw Collection: Glasgow / Broomielaw C1880

Glasgow / Broomielaw C1880
Glasgow: Broomielaw Bridge


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"Broomielaw: A Glimpse into Glasgow's Victorian Era" Step back in time to the early 1900s, where Broomielaw, a bustling area of Glasgow, Scotland, thrived along the banks of the River Clyde. This vibrant district was a hub of activity and commerce during the Victorian period. In one captivating photograph, taken in vivid color, we are transported to Broomielaw's heyday. The image showcases a lively scene with people strolling along the riverfront promenade. The charm and vibrancy of this historic location come alive as we witness its grandeur. Another snapshot captures Broomielaw in black and white; it exudes an air of nostalgia that takes us even further back in time. Here we see horse-drawn carriages traversing cobblestone streets while elegantly dressed men and women go about their daily routines, and is a testament to the enduring allure of this enchanting place. One particular photo features a majestic paddle steamer docked at Broomielaw – an iconic symbol of transportation during that era. These steam-powered vessels were instrumental in connecting Glasgow to other parts of Scotland and beyond, fostering trade and travel opportunities for locals and visitors alike. The mention Bridge evokes images from another era when Victorian architecture dominated Glasgow's skyline. This magnificent structure served as both a vital crossing point over the River Clyde and an architectural marvel admired by all who beheld it. As we delve deeper into history through these photographs, we gain insight into life on Broomielaw during its prime years. We can almost hear echoes from bustling markets filled with merchants selling their wares or catch glimpses of families enjoying leisurely walks along the riverside promenade. Broomielaw holds within its name tales untold – stories woven through time that paint a vivid picture of Glasgow's past glory days.