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Saturday 3 September and Sunday 4 September Doors Open Days 2016 Renfrewshire Doors Open Days

Renfrewshire Doors Open Days 2016 is Key to building notes one of many European Heritage Days and a celebration of the buildings which surround Refreshments Assisted Access us and tell the history of our communities. Extra activities Limited Access Each September, similar events take place Toilets No Disabled Access in over 50 countries and over 20 million Disabled Toilets Parking visits are recorded annually. Unassisted Access Children’s Passport Co-ordinated nationally by the Scottish Civic Trust, 2015 saw another great variety of buildings take part in this momentous event. SPECIAL EVENTS In Renfrewshire, we will welcome some Paisley Make old favourites including: Town Hall, Taking place 31 August to 3 September, Paisley , Walking Tours on Wheels, Paisley Make is a celebration of Paisley’s RSPB , weaving and textiles heritage and a showcase , History Museum, of local talent. Come along to Church and On-X. We are also happy to see a special exhibition and try creative to introduce you to some new kids on the workshops. block; the Scottish Ambulance Service, Allotments and St Machar’s Ranfurly Church. Provost Charity Zip Slide On Saturday 3 September from 10am–4pm, Children’s Passport see Provost Hall and other like-minded You are joining millions of people visiting daredevils take on a charity zip slide flying thousands of buildings all over Europe across East End Park from over 100ft in the and beyond! air. More details on page 15. This year’s passport is available from all The Pride of Paisley participating buildings and libraries and will The Pride of Paisley Wild in Art project is be sent to all Renfrewshire primary schools. Paisley’s first free public art trail and runs Visit at least five buildings in the passport, until Sunday 25 September. Find out more complete the quizzes and worksheets and at www.prideofpaisley.co.uk get your passport stamped. When you have five stamps, claim your certificate and gift at Paisley Museum, High Street, Paisley (Saturday, 11am–4pm and Sunday, 2pm–5pm). Renfrew

Inchinnan Bascule Bridge Renfrew Community Fire Station Renfrew Town Hall St Margaret’s Scottish A8 Inchinnan Road, Renfrew Paisley Road, Renfrew, PA4 8LJ Renfrew Cross, Renfrew, PA4 8PF Episcopal Church SAT: 10.30-15.00 SUN: 10.00-16.00 SAT: 11.00-16.00 Oxford Road, Renfrew, PA4 8LG BRIDGE OPENING TIMES – 11.00, 13.00 AND 15.00 1965 1871-3 SAT: 10.00-16.00 1812 1914

This is a fantastic opportunity to take A Category ‘A’ listed mid-Victorian building Designed by Sir William Arrol in 1922, this a look inside an active fire station and often referred to as the ‘Disney Castle’, This picturesque little church that follows unique bridge is the only opening Bascule get up close and personal with the Renfrew Town Hall is an elegant public the Anglican tradition has served the people Bridge in the whole of . Pop along fire engines. Witness a special display building in the centre of Renfrew. Designed of Renfrew for over 100 years. The church at 11am, 1pm or 3pm to see the bridge rise from the Chip Pan Demonstration Unit, and built in French Gothic Style by James hall has accommodated many groups and to the occasion for Doors Open Days. see vintage fire appliances and get Jamieson Lamb and Baillie James Barr Lamb. organisations and, like the church building some free advice on community safety. Drop in and visit the Visit Scotland 4 star- itself, offers a warm and friendly welcome to Please note that as this is an operational awarded community museum which tells all those who enter its doors. Come and join fire station the opening times may the story of Renfrew’s rich heritage or take us for our photographic exhibition spanning be subject to change. a tour of the grand hall and function rooms. 100 years of church history. There will also be past and present robes on display. Renfrew Leisure Centre Renfrew Victory Baths Paisley Road, Renfrew, PA4 8JL Inchinnan Road, Renfrew, PA4 8ND Trinity Church SAT & SUN: 9.00-17.30 SAT: 9.00-13.30 13 Paisley Road, Renfrew, PA4 8JH HOURLY TOURS RUN FROM 10.00-13.00 HOURLY TOURS FROM 10.00-13.00 SAT: 10:00-14:00 2004 1921 1864. W. D. McLennan, 1903-04.

This is a quaint Gothic church with a belfry This excellent sports facility opened its Designed and built by Paisley Architect, and spire. The double transepts and roof doors to the public in June 2004 and has T.G. Abercrombie, the grade ‘B’ listed Victory structure are indicative of McLennan’s become hugely popular with the people Baths in all their detail and splendour are architectural idiosyncrasies, and this is of Renfrewshire thanks to its range of a particularly fine example of an Edwardian the earliest example of his church work. sports and leisure facilities which include 25 yard swimming pool. The 1920s layout The carved winged animals on the belfry a four court multi-purpose sports hall, is largely intact with changing cubicles to and the austere Art Nouveau stained glass a two-level gym and fitness suite, a dance poolside at ground level, arched doorways in the vestibule are of particular note. studio, a football pitch and a sauna and and a viewing gallery above with timber This is a category ‘C’ listed building. steam-room. seats. Come and experience the great sense of tradition. Paisley

Anchor Mill 7 Thread Street, Paisley, PA1 1JR

SAT: 10.00-16.00 Woodhouse and Morley, 1886

The Anchor Mill stands as a proud reminder of Paisley’s great industrial heritage. Located at The Hamills on the White Cart River, this landmark Grade ‘A’ listed Domestic Finishing Mill was built in 1886 and is one of the few remaining buildings of the Anchor Mill complex. At the centre of the building is the elegant, four-storied, sun-lit atrium.

Brediland Allotment Association Cardell Drive, Paisley, PA2 9AE

SAT: 11.00-16.00

The Brediland Allotments were established in 1916 and local knowledge has it that they were a gift from a generous farmer. With over 50 plots and eight pigeon fanciers, Brediland Allotments hold something for all ages in the community, from under-fives to older adults. This year marks our 100-year anniversary so please come along and celebrate with us. Paisley continued

Church of the New Jerusalem Holy Trinity & St Barnabas 17 George Street, Paisley, PA1 2LB Scottish Episcopal Church SAT: 10.30-15.30 St James Place, Moss Street, Paisley, PA3 2AF 1810 and 1868 SAT: 10.00-16.00 SUN: 10.00-12.30 (INCLUDING SERVICE) 1833 This is a good example of an early Scottish Methodist Chapel. Build originally for the Wesleyen Methodists, the church was The only Scottish Episcopal Church remaining purchased by the Swedenborgian Church in Paisley, the congregation began in 1817 and in 1860 for £600 and was formally opened merged with St Barnabas Church in 2004. It and dedicated on 15 September 1861. In 1868 is the oldest Episcopal Church Building in the the interior was remodelled and new pews, Diocese of and Galloway and one a pulpit and stained glass windows were of the oldest churches in Paisley that is still instated. The stained glass cost £103 and was functioning as a place of worship. designed by the artist Sir Noel Paton RSA, whose parents belonged to the congregation. There will be a variety of clergy vestments There will be various exhibits and a soft play marking the church year, a children’s quiz area available as well as free tea, coffee and on the various religious items in the church biscuits. Quiz and drawing materials also and descriptions of the unique stained glass provided for children. windows. Guided or unguided tours are available. Diane Mitchell Music School Brick Lane Studios, Forrester House, John Neilson Institute 7/9 Weir Street, Paisley, PA3 4DW Oakshaw Street West, Paisley, PA1 2DE

SAT & SUN: 10.00-16.00 SAT: 10.00-14.00 Charles Wilson, 1852

The Diane Mitchell Music School was established in January 2015 and offers This astonishing addition to Paisley’s skyline a wide range of instrumental tuition and is a fabulous distortion of antique classical group classes for all ages. The school also forms, known to locals as the ‘Porridge Bowl’. incorporates the Renfrewshire Community Originally a school bequeathed to the town Gospel Choir, which is open to all abilities, by a local grocer, the building was converted and a children’s choir. Come along and into flats in 1993 and won a prestigious Saltire try out the instruments and find out more Award for its conversion. about music classes. Paisley continued

Lagoon Leisure Centre Lodge Gleniffer 1219 13 Christie Street, Paisley, PA1 1NB 68 Maxwellton Road, Paisley, PA1 2RD

SAT & SUN: 10.00-13.00 SAT: 9.00-17.00

Come along and see exhibitions of Masonic A recently refurbished facility providing first regalia within the museum. Guided tours class facilities for the people of Renfrewshire of the lodge will also take place. in the form of a six-court sports hall, modern fitness suite and dance studios, a new arena Martyrs Sandyford Church for events, new foyer and cafe together with Broomlands Street, Paisley, PA1 2PP a free- form swimming and teaching pool. This centre also hosts the five-star luxury SAT 10.00-13.00 EVE Spa facility. 1835; T.G. Abercrombie, 1904-05

Lapwing Lodge The union of the Martyrs and Sandyford Gleniffer Road, Paisley, PA2 8UL Churches was formalised in November SAT: 10:00-16:00 2009 and a presence is maintained at both 1910 Broomlands Street and Montgomery Road. It is the Broomlands Street Church which is open on Doors Open Days. Lapwing Lodge served as a sanatorium for Coats Mill workers from 1910 until 1955, Oakshaw Trinity Church after which it was rejected by Paisley Burgh Oakshaw Street East, Paisley, PA1 2DD and Renfrew County Council. In 1960, Paisley SAT: 11.00-16.00 Scouts began to use the site for camping John White, 1754 and 1767-70; before purchasing the site in 1988 and Rennison and Scott, 1877 making improvements to the deteriorated building. Lapwing Lodge not only continues to be used for Scout Camps and other youth The church’s steeple is one of the most organisations, but also caters for individuals, pronounced on Paisley’s skyline. The Hill businesses and educational use. There will be organ has been newly restored. The church outdoor activities available to the public and contains a stunning plaster ceiling together history tours and displays. with seven notable stained glass windows; two by Oscar Paterson c. 1918, two by Alec Walker c. 1909 and 1921, and one each by Gordon Webster, c. 1951, Sadie McLellan c. 1973, and John Clark c. 1996. Paisley continued

Paisley Abbey and Paisley Arts Centre the Place of Paisley New Street, Paisley, PA1 1EZ Abbey Close, PA1 1JG SAT: 11.00-16.00 SAT: PLACE OF PAISLEY GIFT SHOP AND CAFÉ, James Baird and John Hart, 1736-38 10.00-16.00. THE ABBEY (INCLUDING THE TOWER), 10.00-12.30 AND 14.00-16.00 1163 with many additions throughout Built by the Town Council as Paisley’s first the centuries post- church, the Arts Centre was a place of worship for nearly 250 years until it was converted to its present purpose in 1987. This intimate and friendly venue provides an Paisley Abbey, the crowning glory of all year-round programme of drama, music, Renfrewshire’s architectural heritage, is film, comedy and dance. Tours of Paisley Arts over 850 years old; it was founded as a Centre and its grounds will run every hour Cluniac monastery in 1163 by Walter , from 12.00-15.00. This is a unique opportunity the High Steward of Scotland, an ancestor to discover the history of the silk merchants, of the Royal House of Stewart and a distant moulterers and manufacturers buried within relation of our future king, the Duke of the grounds and learn more about ex-Provost Cambridge. Built on the site of a Celtic church William Carlile and the first Reverend of the established by St. Mirin in the 6th century, Laigh Kirk, Reverend Robert Mitchell. Paisley Abbey has been razed and rebuilt several times since then. Paisley Central Library 68 High Street, PA1 2BB Its 25 stained glass windows, designed by SAT: 9:00-17:00 15 different artists, are exquisite. Paisley Reference Library: John Honeyman, 1868-71. Abbey is also home to some of the most unique Lending and Children’s Libraries: Honeyman, gargoyles, from the traditional to something Keppie and Mackintosh, 1904; Keppie and a little different... see if you can spot the alien. Henderson, 1933. The cafe will also be open for business as will the tower and upper floors of the Place of Paisley. A grade ‘A’ listed building which opened in 1871 and was funded by a donation from Peter Coats. In 1904 an extension was built by Honeyman, Keppie and Mackintosh. Mackintosh’s influence can be seen in the use of recessed squares, in bookcase friezes and glazed screens, in the doors with oval glass panels, and in the roof trusses. The library holds amazing archives of maps, photographs and drawings. Additional exhibitions and competitions will run on the day. Paisley continued

Paisley Central Methodist Hall Paisley Museum and Art Galleries Paisley Sheriff Court Paisley Town Hall 2 Smithhills Street, Paisley, PA1 1EP High Street, Paisley, PA1 2BA St James Street, Paisley, PA3 2HW Abbey Close, Paisley, PA1 1JF

SAT: 11.00-16.00 SAT: 11.00-16.00 SAT: 10.00-16.00 SAT: 11.00-16.00 1908 SUN: 14.00-17.00 Clarke and Bell, 1885-90. Museum and Galleries: John Honeyman, Baxter, Clark and Paul, 1997 1868-81; Honeyman, Keppie and Mackintosh, This classical building was gifted to Paisley

Paisley Central Methodist Hall was built in 1902; T.G. Abercrombie, 1915. by the Clarks, one of the town’s wealthy 1908. This beautiful building of note will hold The present Sheriff and Justice of the Peace mill-owning families. It houses a suite of grand courts originally consisted of the Court House an exhibition of Methodism past and present. halls and function rooms and the views of the and the offices of Renfrew County Council. The There will also be guided tours and music. The museum houses a wealth of treasures, Abbey from the first floor Loggia and balcony extended building now housing the Procurator are stunning. Royalty will be the theme of the Please note that the main auditorium can be from ancient Egyptian artefacts to reminders Fiscal’s office was re-opened in 1997 and in day in the Town Hall. Come and explore this accessed by wheelchair through the front door of our industrial past and natural history. 2011 the Former District Court, now the Justice magnificent building. and lift. Wheelchair access to the ground floor The pillar gallery has recently been of the Peace court, was added. Don’t miss the halls must be pre-arranged via the side door. refurbished with original Victorian tours of the building, cells and court rooms. architecture and double-barrelled SPECIAL EVENT Paisley Community Fire Station vaulted ceiling fully restored. Paisley Threadmill Museum

55 Canal Street, Paisley, PA1 2HQ The Mile End Mill, Abbey Mill Business Provost Charity Zip Slide East End Park, Paisley, PA1 SUN: 10.00-16.00 Paisley Photographic Society Centre, 12 Seedhill Road, PA1 1JS Thomas Coats Memorial Baptist Church, SAT: 10.00-16.00 SAT: 10.00-16.00 High Street, Paisley, PA1 2BA W.J. Morley, 1899. This is a fantastic opportunity to take a peek SAT: 12.00-16.00 inside an active fire station and get up close Come and see Provost Hall and other to the engines. Please note that as this is an More than 10,000 people used to wind and like-minded daredevils take on a charity zip operational fire station the opening times The Paisley Photographic Society is the bind thread for J&P Coats in this imposing red slide flying across East End Park from over may be subject to change. oldest club of its kind in Scotland and brick, copper lantern-topped, grade ‘A’-listed 100ft in the air. All the money raised will was founded in 1857. They will be holding building. Now, it functions as a business centre go to the Provost’s four chosen charities- an exhibition of members’ work in and the ground floor’s museum showcases an Renfrewshire Carers Centre, RAMH, ACCORD Thomas Coats Memorial Baptist Church. archive of photographs that offers a glimpse Hospice and St Vincent’s Hospice- to continue into the life of a mill worker. their vital work in Renfrewshire. If you’d like There will be a children’s quiz, children’s to sign up to take part, please contact: treasure hunt and tombola. ‘The Urban [email protected]. Historian’ will lead two talks at 11.00 and 14.00. Booking is advised, email: [email protected] Wheelchair entry to the museum is by the main Reception entrance at the side of the building where access to the lift is available. Paisley continued

Renfrewshire House Sma’ Shot Cottages Cotton Street, Paisley, PA1 1AN 2 Sma’ Shot Lane, Paisley, PA1 2HG

SAT: 10.00-14.00 (CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTRE) SAT: 10.00-16.00 11.00-14.00 (COUNCIL CHAMBERS) 1700-1800s

Renfrewshire House is the Headquarters of Sma’ Shot Cottages comprise an 18th Century Renfrewshire Council which, in addition to weavers’ cottage and loom shop showing its refurbished open plan offices, features a living and working conditions of a weaver’s new Customer Service Centre and Council family in the 1750s and a small row of mill Chambers. The Council Chambers, suspended workers cottages from the 19th Century. over the public service desks, are elliptical in The cottages contain many fascinating shape to embody the principles of equality artefacts and are linked by a 19th century and inclusive debate in local democracy. heritage garden. There will be the opportunity There will be a quiz for children. to explore the exhibition room accompanied by costumed guides.

NEW ENTRY St Matthew’s Church Scottish Ambulance Service of the Nazarene Paisley Ambulance Station, Gordon Street, Paisley, PA1 1XL 15 Craw Road, Paisley, PA2 6AD SAT: 10.30-14.30 SUN: 12.00-15.00 W D McLennan, 1905-1907

For the first time on Doors Open Days, St Matthew’s was built in 1905-1907 in a mix the Scottish Ambulance Service invites of Gothic and Art Nouveau styles by Paisley you to visit Paisley Ambulance Station to architect W D McLennan, who was a member see a variety of Ambulance vehicles and of the congregation. The church is regarded specialised equipment. There will also by many as Scotland’s most significant be advice from the SAS Academy. Art Nouveau church. McLennan originally intended the design to include a massive spire but it was decided late in 1907 to abandon this costly embellishment. Paisley continued

St Mirin’s Cathedral The Bield Walking Tours on Wheels Incle Street, Paisley, PA1 1HR 40 Broomlands Street, Paisley, PA1 2NP and Historical Paisley SAT: 13.30-17.00 (within Woodside Cemetery) 39 High Street, Paisley, PA1 2AF 1932 SAT : 10.00-16.00 SAT: TOURS AT 11.00 AND 13.00 1835

Built in 1932 to replace the 1808 church in Walking Tours on Wheels & Historical Paisley East Buchanan Street, St Mirin’s is dedicated Former Martyrs Parish Church purchased have organised a morning guided walking to the Patron Saint of Paisley and became by 7th Paisley Scout Group in 1981. It now tour – ‘Paisley’s Textile Industry’ – where a cathedral for the newly formed Diocese has three large activity halls and is used by you can discover the life and times of the of Paisley in 1948. It continues to serve as the wider community. The Martyrs’ Monument Paisley Weavers. This tour leaves at 11am. a parish church with recent renovations can be viewed at the rear of the building. Come along in the afternoon to explore taking place in 2012. On display will be an Come and try the wide range of activities Paisley’s past in the aptly named ‘Mysteries exhibit of religious artefacts and vestments. on offer including a climbing wall, martial of Paisley and its Hidden Secrets of the Past.’ arts, cheerleading, dance classes and a This tour leaves at 1pm. Tannahill’s Cottage bouncy castle. Both tours begin at the YMCA building Queen Street, PA1 2TT on the High Street and last approximately SAT: 11.00-15.00 Thomas Coats Memorial 50 minutes. James Tannahill, 1775 Baptist Church High Street Paisley, PA1 2BA Wallneuk North Church SAT: 12.00-16.00 Abercorn Street, Paisley, PA3 4AB The cottage was built by the father of Hippolyte Blanc 1894 SAT:10.00-12.00 , the ‘Weaver Poet’ and T.G. Abercrombie, 1913-15 compatriot of Robert Burns, who lived there for most of his life (1774-1810). Now home to Built by the Coats family in memory of the Paisley Burns Club, one of the oldest in Thomas Coats, the building is the epitome Hailed as the great triumph of the stylish the world (founded in 1805), it re-opened of Victorian neo-gothic splendour. One of Paisley architect, this perpendicular after a fire in 2003 with a new display of the most opulent Baptist centres in Britain, Gothic creation is one of the most powerful Burns and Tannahill memorabilia. the church’s eight arched crown spire is a compositions to be found in the town. This principal feature of Paisley’s skyline. The church is built of red stone from Locharbriggs interior abounds with highly-carved oak, quarry, Dumfriesshire, while the inside is mainly marble and alabaster. You will be able to Austrian oak. Various animals and symbols are take in the artful surrounds to the sound carved in the wood and stone. There will also of organ music. There will also be a be music and a display of banners. children’s quiz. Lochwinnoch and

Auld Simon Country Park Kilbarchan Parish Church NEW ENTRY Johnshill, Lochwinnoch, PA12 4ET Lochlip Road, Lochwinnoch, PA12 4EA Steeple Square, Kilbarchan, PA10 2JD St Machar’s Ranfurly SUN: 11.00-17.00 SAT & SUN: 10.00-16.00 SUN: 12.00-16.00 James Brown 1787-9 Kilbarchan Road, Bridge of Weir, PA11 3EG

SAT: 10.00-16.00 St John’s Kirk was built in 1729, with a new Castle Semple Centre sits beside the Castle clock purchased in 1731. Most of the church Semple Loch. Visitors will be able to enjoy Lewis Shanks, 1877-78 Kilbarchan Parish Church is a newly was demolished, when the present Parish tours of the lookout tower and take in Alexander Hislop 1909-10 formed church resulting from the union Church was opened in 1808, leaving only spectacular views over the loch and Garnock of Kilbarchan East Church and Kilbarchan the gable end. Inside, you can see the clock – Valley. Please note that the centre is wheelchair West Parish Church. The foundation stone the oldest public clock in Renfrewshire. accessible in all areas apart from the tower. The church building is Early Gothic in style, of the church building was laid in March Please note access is gained via a steep built by Lewis Shanks (brother of one of the 1787 with the congregation worshipping staircase, and in adverse weather, stout local mill owners) in 1877-78. The lychgate RSPB Lochwinnoch Nature Reserve in the unfurnished church a year later. footwear is recommended. was added in 1939. The chancel, which is Road, Lochwinnoch, PA12 4JF By 1797, a session house was in place but brick-faced internally with a small hall SAT & SUN: 10:00-16.00 the present two storey building was not below – was added in 1909-10 by Alexander added until 1859. The design for the church Hislop. The enlargement of the vestibule was based on Paisley’s Church and the addition of the Millennium room The reserve is a fantastic mixture of woodland (1781). Two stained glass windows were was completed in 2005. Free tea and and wetland and there are many beautiful installed in 1902 to mark the 60th year coffee available. native species of all shapes and sizes in of Revd. George Alison’s ministering at residence. There will be free entry to the trails the church. and the opportunity to do some pond-dipping, St Mary’s Episcopal Church bug-hunting and a treasure hunt for children. Johnstone Road, Bridge of Weir, PA11 3EE Sun: 12.30-16.30

St Mary’s Episcopal Church is a member of the Scottish Episcopal Church in the Diocese of Glasgow and Galloway. Visit St Mary’s and enjoy the Flower Festival and Art Exhibition. Also, have fun watching the children’s puppet show. Houston and Johnstone

Houston and Killellan Kirk Johnstone Community Sports Hub Johnstone History Museum Kirk Road, Houston, PA6 7AR Road, Johnstone, PA5 0JA Morrisons Supermarket, Napier Street,

SAT: 10.00-16.00 SAT & SUN: 10.00-16.30 Johnstone, PA5 8SF 1870 SAT & SUN: 10.30-16.00 2007-08 This state-of-the-art facility contains a Built in 1870 and restored in 1938, the 25m swimming pool, a gym/fitness suite, Houston and Killellan Church is a result of multi-purpose sports halls and three 7-aside Established and run by the Johnstone History a merger between the of Houston synthetic football pitches in the grounds of Society and run solely by volunteers, funded and Killellan in 1771. You will be able to view Johnstone High School. A Pokemon Scavenger by Heritage Lottery and hosted by Morrisons the special stained glass windows and a Hunt will take place on Saturday and Sunday plc, this new museum contains archival display of embroidered pulpit falls, and between 10am and 4.30pm. All successful material from two of the town’s best known hear organ music throughout the day. entries will be entered into a prize draw. firms: Wm. Paton Ltd and Clifton and Baird, On Saturday, there will be a free inflatable as well as other valuable material relating Johnstone Community Fire Station disco and on Sunday you can finish your to aspects of the town’s heritage. Kings Road, Johnstone, PA5 9HW Doors Open weekend with a swim for 50p, The museum will feature two child-orientated between 3.30pm and 5.30pm. SAT: 9.00-16.00 displays – one of Dinky toys and one of girls’ toys from the 1950s. A slide show of historical 1967 photographs of the town will be shown and there will be history walks starting from the

museum at 2pm on Saturday and Sunday. Johnstone Community Fire Station was built to serve the people of Johnstone and Johnstone Town Hall surrounding in the late Sixties and 25 Church Street, Johnstone, PA5 8FA continues to do so today. The community fire station has both full time and part-time SAT: 11.00-16.00 firefighters working within it. Please note that as this is an operational fire station, the opening times may be subject to change. This striking new state-of-the-art, glass- fronted building will be a hub of activity for Johnstone and the Villages for generations to come. It contains modern facilities including theatre space, a library, dance studio, marriage suite, cafe, meeting rooms and conference suite. Come along and take a look around this award-winning venue. Erskine and Inchinnan

NEW ENTRY Inchinnan Parish Church Erskine Community Allotments Old Greenock Road, Inchinnan, PA4 9PB Barrhill Road, Erskine, PA8 6BU SAT: 10.00-16.00

SAT: 10.30-16.30 Miller and Black, 1966

Once–a-year opportunity to purchase The early 20th century All Hallows’ Church organic produce, jams, chutneys and was demolished in 1965 to make way for home-baking from the allotments. Glasgow International Airport, and its fine art collection, most of which was given by Erskine Swimming Pool the Campbells of Blythswood, was transferred to the new Inchinnan Parish Church. The Bridgewater Shopping Centre, church also displays a beautiful marble Erskine, PA8 7AA pulpit from Italy along with glorious stain SUN: 10.00-13.00 glass windows which have been donated throughout the years. There will be visual displays of local community and church This facility has a uniquely designed 25m historical information. five-lane ‘deck’ pool with shallow water at both ends and deep water in the middle. Park Mains High School The pool also has a ‘Water Babes’ area Barrhill Road, Erskine, PA8 6EY adjoining the main pool for use by parents SAT: 10.00-13.00 and toddlers. HOURLY TOURS

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Weekend 1 Weekend 3 31 August – 3 September 3 & 4 September 17 & 18 September Paisley Make Across Paisley Angus Aberdeenshire 3-4 September Ayrshire Dundee Doors Open Day East Lothian Falkirk Across Renfrewshire

Fife – East (Sunday only) Fife – West 10 September (Sunday only) Highlands (Inverness) Stewart 700 Conference Glasgow Paisley Abbey Orkney (week-long event 14-22 October Renfrewshire from 12-18 September) The Spree Highlands (Caithness) Paisley Town Centre Moray (Saturday only) Weekend 2 28-29 October 10 & 11 September Scottish Borders Paisley Halloween Festival Aberdeen (Selkirk) Paisley Town Centre East Dunbartonshire 5 November Paisley Fireworks Weekend 4 24 & 25 September Spectacular Fife – Central Paisley Town Centre (Sunday only) Argyll and Bute 12 November Highlands Clackmannanshire Paisley Christmas Lights (Black Isle, Easter Ross, Dumfries and Galloway Switch-on Inverness) Paisley Town Centre Highlands 18-26 November Midlothian (Badenoch & Strathspey) European Curling (Saturday only) Championships North Lanarkshire South Lanarkshire Arena (Cumbernauld & Kilsyth) (New Lanark) 19 November Perth and Kinross Stirling Johnstone Christmas Shetland Lights Switch-on (Saturday only) Johnstone Town Centre West Lothian 26 November Renfrew Christmas Lights Switch-on Renfrew Town Centre Acknowledgements

Doors Open Days 2016 would not be possible Doors Open Days take place throughout without the wholehearted co-operation, Scotland and is part of European enthusiasm and assistance of the building Heritage Days. owners, volunteers and users themselves. A huge thanks goes out to everyone involved in Doors Open Days 2016.

Please remember that visitors entering buildings do so at their own risk; neither the www.doorsopendays.org.uk organisers, the sponsors nor participating building owners are responsible for any accidents or damages incurred.

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