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The XVIth Warrior are based in the Clubhouse
The XVIth Warriors
Glasgow
visitors’ guide
The
following pages contain information which you might need to have a great trip
to Glasgow.
Information has been updated as at August 2019, but timetables, prices, etc. may change. It’s worthwhile checking the relevant websites beforehand.
Information has been updated as at August 2019, but timetables, prices, etc. may change. It’s worthwhile checking the relevant websites beforehand.
If there is anything else you need to know, or notice any errors/ ommisions please contact us at xvithwarrior@mail.com, via Twitter @TheXVIthWarrior or via Facebook www.facebook.com/TheXVIthWarrior
Come visit us too in the Clubhouse on game day. We look
forward to meeting you all!
Scotstoun
Stadium
The stadium is located in Danes Drive, Scotstoun, in the west of Glasgow.
It has a main stand, north stand with smaller temporary covered CDM Scotland East stand, Harper MacLeod LLPWest
stands and SP Energy Networks Community Stand (NW Corner) - this houses children, young people and their families who are participating in rugby competitions pre-match and during the half time interval. These all offer covered seated
accommodation. Occasionally standing is available.
In addition to the main entrances on Danes Drive there is the North West Entrance: This signposted off Queen Victoria Drive then onto Northland Avenue. It leads onto the corner of the 3G pitches where community rugby takes place at the corner of the West and North Stands. It cuts the walk to the ground down by 10 minutes. Follow the crowds from Scotsounhill Railway Station.
see also http://www.glasgowwarriors.org/scotstoun-stadium
Tickets can be purchased through www.scottishrugby.org or https://www.eticketing.co.uk/scottishrugby/default.aspx or by telephone 0131 346 5160 (Mon - Fri, 10am to 5pm) . They are usually posted or print at home but there are also ticket collections on match days. Currently most games are sold out before the day so there are usually no ticket sales but check out www.glasgowwarriors.org for up-to-date information. The ticket office is at the corner of the main and east stands.
In addition to the main entrances on Danes Drive there is the North West Entrance: This signposted off Queen Victoria Drive then onto Northland Avenue. It leads onto the corner of the 3G pitches where community rugby takes place at the corner of the West and North Stands. It cuts the walk to the ground down by 10 minutes. Follow the crowds from Scotsounhill Railway Station.
see also http://www.glasgowwarriors.org/scotstoun-stadium
Tickets can be purchased through www.scottishrugby.org or https://www.eticketing.co.uk/scottishrugby/default.aspx or by telephone 0131 346 5160 (Mon - Fri, 10am to 5pm) . They are usually posted or print at home but there are also ticket collections on match days. Currently most games are sold out before the day so there are usually no ticket sales but check out www.glasgowwarriors.org for up-to-date information. The ticket office is at the corner of the main and east stands.
There is a Clubhouse at the north east corner of the stadium. It usually
opens about ninety minutes or so before the game (check out the match day email for further details). Facilities are basic, but the
company is great! The bar serves a range of beers as well as cider, ginger beer and wine.
Soft drinks and water are also available. There are usually large wholesome pies with different filling each game for sale in the Clubhouse
Everyone is welcome, it doesn't matter which stand you are seated in (but
under-18s are only allowed until 10pm) so come along and meet the XVIth Warriors
and other fans before and after the game.
Pre game, there is lots going on including community rugby matches, an outdoor Kids’ Zone with inflatables,
meet the players, including in the Clubhouse and Bothy, visiting bands or music, etc. You can also watch the players warm up.
There are catering and beverage outlets around the ground and in the main and north
stands: serving for example hot dogs, burgers, chicken, pizza, chips and the famous
Warriors pies as well as hot, cold and alcoholic drinks. There is also the Famous Grouse Bothy and sometimes Eden Mill Gin Bar.
There are also first aiders in attendance at the games and they will be seen walking around. If you lose something or someone then report to the main reception which is found by the main and east stands.
Post game, there is an opportunity for photographs/ selfies with the players and autographs at the corner of the east/ main stand. Supporters often gather back in the Clubhouse after the game and often there is a coach and player to review the game.
There are also first aiders in attendance at the games and they will be seen walking around. If you lose something or someone then report to the main reception which is found by the main and east stands.
Post game, there is an opportunity for photographs/ selfies with the players and autographs at the corner of the east/ main stand. Supporters often gather back in the Clubhouse after the game and often there is a coach and player to review the game.
Travel to
Scotstoun Stadium
Scotstoun Stadium main stand
Rail travel
Travelling from the city centre, take westbound trains from
Glasgow Central Station Low Level or Queen St. Station Low Level. Monday to
Saturday, trains run from both stations every half hour.The journey to
Jordanhill station takes about eleven minutes and to Scotstounhill, another two
minutes.The walk to the stadium is around ten to fifteen minutes. If you are in
the west end, Partick or Hyndland stations may be more convenient. Trains from
the city centre stop at these stations about every half hour and journey times
to Jordanhill and Scotstounhill are a bit less than from the city centre.
For timetables, etc. see www.scotrail.co.uk or download the Scotrail app
Sometimes they suggest changing at Hyndland but usually better to
change at Partick when heading back into Glasgow.
There is also the SPT Journey planner found at http://www.spt.co.uk/ which will help you plan your journey.
This links to www.travelinescotland.com
Road Travel to Glasgow
The area is easily accessible from the Clydeside expressway or Clyde Tunnel, for example.
For roadworks,incidents and
delays see http://trafficscotland.org/roadworks/
Parking - there is no parking at the stadium. There are Park and Ride facilities at Partick station or Kelvinbridge. Be aware that there is a parking exclusion zone in the streets surrounding the stadium which allows only permit holders on events days and this area is regularly patrolled by traffic wardens.
Bus
First Bus services run frequently from the city centre and the
west end. First bus runs on an EXACT FARE system, so make sure you have plenty
of change. A FirstDAY (travel for 1 day any number of times) ticket currently
costs £4.60 (m Ticket) - £4.70 (on bus) in Glasgow City or you could get a return ticket. Alternatively you
can download their app FirstBus for mTickets. You can also pay by contactless card on the bus. There are also codes (usable on the day only) emailed to ticket holders for free match day travel.
Number 2: You
can get the bus behind ST Enoch's centre or the stop opposite Tescos, along Argyle Street in front of William Hills and then it turns up Hope
Street (beside Ad-Lib at the stop beside Bothwell Street) then turns at St
Vincent Street and then onto Dumbarton Road. Goes via Partick and can take
25-30 mins depending on time of day.
Number 3: Both
stop at the same stop as the number 2. The number 3 do not turn at St Vincent
Street but turn onto Bath Street. The 3 then joins onto Sauchiehall Street via
Berkeley Street and then joins onto Dumbarton Road at the Kelvingrove Art
Galleries.. The bus will take about
25/30 mins depending on traffic
Number X4 is an express bus which stops at the same stops at the same stops as the Number 1's below. However it turns up at Westland Drive at Victoria Drive and terminates at Knightswood. You can get off by the rounabout at the end of Danes Drive
Number 1, 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D: You can get these buses from Oswald Street (round the corner from the Radisson Blu Hotel) before Argyle street or Howard Street at St Enoch SquareThey take about 10 mins The timings of all the buses vary depending on the time of day but mostly every 10/20 mins. You get off the bus on Dumbarton Road, by Victoria Park and then cross the road and walk up to Danes Drive
See also https://www.firstgroup.com/greater-glasgow/plan-journey/going-see-glasgow-warriors
Taxi
If there are two or three of you, a taxi could be a good option. From the city centre, the fare is £15 - 20+ and from the west end, £10 - 15+. There is a drop off and pick up point beside the ticket office within the grounds of the Scotstoun complex. Taxis arrive around 15 minutes after the end of games.
For example:
Glasgow Taxis 0141 429 7070
Hampden Cars 0141 649 5555
Accommodation in Glasgow is plentiful. Here is a small selection, from guest houses and hostels to luxury hotels, at various prices. Check out their websites , as special offers are often available.All are in the city centre and are within walking distance of the main railway stations and convenient for transport, restaurants, bars, shopping and other attractions. Just decide how much you’re worth!
£ - Inexpensive /££ - Budget/- £££- Reasonable ££££
-Upmarket/£££££ -Posh, but you’re worth it!
easyHotel -£ £ 1 Hill Street. In the City Centre, about 5 mins walk from Buchanan Bus station and 10 mins from Queen Street. No frills at it's most basic. Remember to clear your browser before booking as this can add as much as £20 to the price!
Brunswick Merchant City Hotel -£ Brunswick St. Merchant City. The Brunswick is a modern hotel with many different rooms and unique architecture. It is located in Merchant City, close to George Square and a short walk from both main railway stations.
McLays Guest
House -£ Renfrew
St. In the heart of the city centre,
just a few minutes’ walk from Sauchiehall Street .
Euro Hostel
Glasgow -£ Clyde St. Offers free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front
desk. This modern hostel is just a 5-minute walk from Glasgow Central Station.
ibis Glasgow
Centre -£ West Regent St. 2 minutes from Sauchiehall Street, Ibis
Glasgow Centre is a short walk from Princes Square Shopping Centre. It features
a 24-hour front desk and a modern restaurant.
Artto Hotel -££ Hope St. The Artto Hotel offers free WiFi and an Indian restaurant. The hotel is
opposite Glasgow Central Railway Station.
Premier Inn Glasgow City -££ George St. With a restaurant, this Premier
Inn offers a 24-hour front desk and hearty breakfasts. Queen St. Station is
five minute’s walk away and Glasgow Central Station is just 10minutes away.
Premier Inn Glasgow City Centre- ££ Argyle Street This Premier Inn features a
coffee shop and 24-hour front desk. The hotel is just a 10-minute walk from
Glasgow Central Station.
The Merchant City Inn -££Virginia St. The privately owned 3-star Merchant City Inn is set
in the centre of Glasgow, in a secluded street adjacent to Argyle Street and 2
minutes' walk from George Square.
Jurys Inn
Glasgow -£££ Jamaica
St. Overlooking the River Clyde, Jurys Inn is in the city centre,
next to Glasgow Central Station.
The Z Hotel -£££ North Frederick St. In the
city centre beside George Square and 200 metres from Queen Street Station, The
Z Hotel Glasgow features compact and luxury accommodation in a contemporary
design.
Premier Inn -£££Buchanan Galleries In the heart of Glasgow, this
Premier Inn is just 5 minutes’ walk from the Theatre Royal and the Gallery of
Modern Art. The hotel has a 24-hour front desk, modern rooms and a Thyme
Restaurant.
citizen M - ££££Corner of Renfrew St. and Hope St.
citizen M Glasgow is located 400 metres from Glasgow’s Royal Concert Hall. It
offers stylish, modern rooms with free Wi-Fi, a cocktail bar, a designer lobby
and a 24-hour canteen.
Apex - ££££ Bath
St. Opened
in September 2015, in the heart of Glasgow's city centre, this boutique-style
hotel offers free WiFi. There is good access to the M8 motorway, a few minutes'
drive away.
Millennium Hotel Glasgow- ££££ George Square This 4-star, central Glasgow hotel is located on
George Square next to Glasgow Queen Street Station. It has a brasserie serving
Loch Fyne seafood and Scottish produce.
Radisson Blu Hotel, £££££ Argyle St. A modern hotel
opposite Glasgow Central Station,
featuring award-winning architecture. It has rooms with floor-to-ceiling
windows and free access to a nearby pool and gym.
Eating out
There are literally hundreds of restaurants to choose from, serving a range of dishes from all parts of the world. As well as the usual suspects – Pizza Hut, McDonalds, KFC- there are some excellent restaurants in the city with prices to suit every pocket. The £ signs indicate the average cost of a main course, but most of the ones shown have special lunch/ pre-theatre/ sharing or special daily menus. Most cater well for food allergies and intolerances and many have menus for these.
For restaurant information go to www.peoplemakeglasgow.com/food
Merchant Square
Located in the heart of the bustling Merchant City, just minutes away from George Square and the Style Mile shopping district, sits Merchant Square is a hub of independent bars and restaurants all under one roof., Merchant Square is home to Bar Square, Beer Café, Fanellis, House, Mercado, Metropolitan, Arisaig, O’Neills and Boudoir Wine Bar. Merchant Square also has a spacious indoor courtyard where there is always something going on, from live sports on the big screen through to fashion shows, craft and design markets and even activities to keep the kids entertained.
Cafe Gandolfi – 64 Albion St. Popular Glasgow restaurant. ££
Cafe India – 29 Albion St. A popular Indian restaurant. -££.
Dhabba - 46 Candleriggs. Food from Northern India. -££.
Gandolfi Fish – 84-86 Albion St. Sister to the above, specialising in fish and seafood. -££.
Sapporo – 2-6 Ingram St. Specialises in teppanyaki and sushi. -£ - ££.
Turkiye- 97 Candleriggs. Specialises in Turkish food . £ - £££
Brian Maule - - 176 West Regent Street for a unique dining experience with Scottish and French food £££
Brown’s – George Square. Specialises in steaks, but a varied menu. -££.
La Vita – Queen St./corner of George Square. Lively Italian restaurant. -£ -££.
Cafe Andaluz – St. Vincent Place.Spanish tapas restaurant. -£ -££.
Topolabamba – 89 St. Vincent St. Mexican restaurant. -£ .
Amber Regent – 50 West Regent St. – Chinese food with regional specialities. -££ - £££
Bill’s – West Nile St. Steak and fish feature on the varied menu. -££.
Chaophraya – Nelson Mandela Place. Thai food the speciality. -££ - £££
Paesano - 94 Miller Street - very Italian pizza, quick service, modern interior, no bookings - £ - ££ popular with Warrior fans
Rogano’s – 11 Exchange Pl. A Glasgow institution serving quality fish and seafood, although other dishes available. -££ - £££
Sarti’s – 42 Renfield St., 121 Bath St., 133 Wellington St. Traditional Italian restaurant. -££.
Mussel Inn – 157 Hope St. Seafood specialities. -££.
Alston Bar and Beef – Gordon St. Entrance to Central Station. Steaks a speciality. -££-£££
Dragon I - 311 Hope St.(opposite Theatre Royal). Asian fusion food. -££.
Waxy's Glasgow - 44 West George Street. Traditional pub grub. Our home from home! £
Finsbay Flatiron - 160 Woodlands Road, partly owned by Alastair Kellock and Stuart Hogg; serves flatiron steaks; usually show the games too - £ - ££
The Finnieston Restaurant and Bar-1125 Argyle St. Close to Kelvingrove Art Gallery. Trendy restaurant with varied menu. Fish a speciality. -££-£££
Oran Mor – 731-735 Great Western Rd. Corner of Byres Rd. .Housed in a former church. -££.
Stravaigin – 28 Gibson St. A Michelin Bib Gourmand winner with Scottish produce and specialities. -££-£££.
The Wee Curry Shop – Ashton Lane (off Byres Rd.).Indian dishes. -£-££.
The Bothy – 11 Ruthven Lane (off Byres Rd.).Scottish favourites with a twist. -££ - £££.
Crabshakk – 1114 Argyle St.Close to Kelvingrove Art Gallery. Scottish-caught seafood. -£-££.
Paesanos - 471 Great Western Road - very Italian pizza, quick service, modern interior, no bookings - £ - ££ popular with Warrior fans
Two Fat Ladies –88 Dumbarton Rd. Fish and seafood specialities. -££.
Roastit Bubbly jocks – 454 Dumbarton Rd. As Scottish as the name suggests. -£-££.
Ubiquitous Chip - - 12 Ashton Lane renowed restaurant with Scottish cuisine ££
The Three Craws - - 501 Crow Road, a popular spot for a meal & drink pre games, though gets busy so reserve a table - £
Neelim – 1590 Dumbarton Rd. Indian food, reasonably priced. great food and popular, definitely worth a visit (ask Thomas Anderson) -£.
The Wee Lochan – 340 Crow Rd. A short walk from Jordanhill Station . Scottish dishes with Scottish ingredients. -££.
Pubs and Bars
In Glasgow, there are hundreds! There are none really close to the ground, but you will be warmly welcomed at the Clubhouse in the stadium.
City
centre
Waxy O’Connor’s – next to Queen St. Station and a great friend of Glasgow Warriors. Very rugby-friendly and where supporters watch away games. Please be advised that age restrictions apply.
Bon Accord – North St. (near Mitchell Library)-great selection of real ales.
Horseshoe Bar –17 Drury St. A Glasgow legend (reputedly longest bar in Europe).
O’Neill’s – 71-73 Albion St. Irish pub.’ Nuff said !
The Pot Still - 154 Hope Street - popular for sampling whisky
Walkabout – 128 Renfield St. Australian – themed pub.
West
end
Oran Mor – Great Western Rd. /corner of Byres Rd. A variety of bars.Tennent’s – 191 Byres Rd. /corner of Highburgh Rd. Traditional pub.
Brew Dog – 1397 Argyle St.Opposite Kelvingrove Art Gallery. Famous for its craft beers.
The Lismore – 206 Dumbarton Rd. Part of the Whisky Trail with a huge range of whiskies available.
Other
West on the Green - Templeton Building, G40 1AW by Glasgow Green and the Peoples Palace - German beers
There is a lot to see and do around Glasgow. One of the best tips is to take the open-topped bus tour which leaves from George Square such as www.citysightseeingglasgow.co.uk who have 21 bus stops and offer 9 languages with 1 or 2 day tickets. This will help you get your bearings and you can hop-on and hop-off as you wish. Or just wander through the city. There is a lot to see, hear and do. Enjoy !!
Kelvingrove Museum and Art Gallery – free entry, great for children from two to ninety-two.
Gallery of Modern Art – check out the statue of Wellington outside, with his iconic traffic cone!
Glasgow Cathedral, Provand’s Lordship and Eastern Necropolis – the small beginnings of a great city.
Riverside Museum – Transport of all types through the ages. Sailing ship ”Glenlee” alongside.
Science Centre and I-Max – a whole world of discovery.
Botanic Gardens – beautiful gardens and exotic greenhouse plants.
People’s Palace - great exhibitions about the history and people of Glasgow.
The Tall Ship- The UK's only floating Clydebuilt sailing ship
Glasgow University and Hunterian Museum – huge collection of artefacts in the museum and the architecture and history of the university is worth exploring.
Tennents' Visitors Centre - Wellpark brewery, 161 Duke Street to find out more about 450 years of brewing tradition.
Maps
City Centre
Merchant City
West End
Scotstoun
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