11
ARTS, CULTURE & TOURISM
The legacy of Charles Rennie Mackintosh looms large
over Glasgow, and never is it more evident than in
House for an Art Lover. In addition to its fascinating
art gallery, the building houses an events space,
cafe and artists’ studios. Mackintosh’s original plans,
drawn up in 1901, lay unutilised until 1990 when the
late architect’s vision finally became a reality. As you
explore the house and grounds, you’ll encounter such
sights as a life-size model elephant, or lose yourself
in Amaze, an unconventional maze that draws its
inspiration from The Matrix and Lewis Carroll’s Alice
Stories. One of the best things about House for an Art
Lover is the way it seamlessly blends the old with the
new. Modern artworks and sculptures stand proudly
alongside the original building. After a day exploring
the house and grounds, finish up by paying a visit to
Art Lover’s Café, where you can take your cuppa on
the terrace as you gaze out across the park.
HAMILTON WATER PALACE
35 Almada Street, Hamilton ML3 0HQ
01698 459950
Hamilton Water Palace
Since opening in 1995, Hamilton Water Palace
has become South Lanarkshire’s most popular
swimming pool, boasting an average of over 1,000
visitors a day. It’s not hard to see why either: the
centre’s swimming facilities range from a 25m
competition pool to leisure waters containing a
flume, lazy river, tyre slide and a shallow under
8s pool complete with an impressive pirate ship.
The interactive water features also include an
awesome lazy river to float, sink, whoosh and spin
your way along, a thrill that bathers of all ages
are sure to enjoy. There are group and individual
swimming lessons available, allowing kids and
adults alike to get a feel for the water and gain the
confidence to swim before venturing into deeper
waters under their own steam. Elsewhere on site
you’ll find a gym, fitness studio and health suite,
perfect for relaxing in following a tough workout
or swim.
HOUSE FOR AN ART LOVER
Bellahouston Park
10 Dumbreck Road
Glasgow, G41 5BW
0141 353 4770
