Reviews of Holmwood House. (Museum) in Glasgow (South Lanarkshire).

Holmwood House

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61-63 Netherlee Rd, Glasgow G44 3YU, United Kingdom

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Information of Holmwood House, Museum in Glasgow (South Lanarkshire)

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Reviews of Holmwood House

J. J.

This is an architectural and historical gem. Acquired by the National Trust it has been restored to its original state, a fantastical mid Victorian seat for a self made man and his family. Designed by Alexander Thompson in what he imagined to be a Greek style it is more reminiscent of the faux Egyptian style of the Art Deco period. There is a small tea room, and you can visit the Snuff Mill bridge about half a mile away along the White Cart river. There is a guided tour - very well done. Add this to a tour including the Macintosh house and the typical tenement (also NT) and you get a real feel for Victorian Glasgow.

M. G.

Great restoration work going on here. NT only had 1% of the original decor to work from but the progress to today's condition is phenomenal. The guided tour was around 50mins and very interesting as our guide clearly knew her stuff. We didn't use the Tearoom but inside and outside seating was available in a pleasant setting.

M. S.

A hidden gem in a beautiful part of Glasgow. The grounds and gardens are fantastic, great for an afternoon amble or dog walk. The Victorian Kitchen garden looks amazing with some fantastic fruit, veg and herbs on show. The house itself is a great example of Alexander Thomson's architectural artistry and well worth a look.

S. G.

Beautiful location, knowledgeable guides and fair price. We really enjoyed the tour too! Perhaps some signage/info about exiting the grounds to get to Linn Park would be helpful.

H. C.

Holmwood House has been beautifully and painstakingly restored, with rich displays of design and colour by 'Greek' Thompson. A very pleasing outing, with a nice cafe too!

J. M.

....it's on our doorstep but had never visited before.... fabulous experience 👍 the tour guide was so informed and friendly and adapted the tour to address specific questions - stunning beautiful building - thoroughly recommended

F. P.

Beautiful Alexander Greek Thomson house to visit. I hadn't been since the refurbishment and it is stunning. The details on the ceilings, walls and woodwork are amazing. We did the guided tour and our guide was very well informed and able to answer our questions. Well worth a visit ⭐

k. m.

Thoroughly enjoyed walking around the inside of this amazing building. Tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and shared a wealth of interesting information with us including details of her own input during the restoration. We will very likely be visiting again.

M. W.

We had an excellent tour from a lovely young Spanish guy. He was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the property and all Victorian buildings in Glasgow. He kept our interest throughout the tour. I would thoroughly recommend a visit to this property.

c. m.

Great visit to holmwood house - fascinating buildong with a great history. Card machine was temperamental so advise taking cash for entry or coffee shop! Volunteers were informative and friendly.

G. G.

Haven't been here since it first re-opened, it's now looking gorgeous inside with a really sympathetic restoration. One of Glasgow's gems.

C. C.

Really interesting museum. The guided tour was really good and historic significance of the building was fascinating

m. r. m.

Beautiful restoration work has been done, the tour guides clearly love the house and its history.

n. n.

The restoration is amazing. We last visited as the work was just beginning many years ago. What a difference.

P. K.

Recently visited this fascinating and historical location,great to see it has now had many of Greek Thompson’s original features restored,easy to navigate the rooms and there’s loads of information cards in each room also helpful and informative staff on hand if you should require.Be sure to visit the tea room,good selection of scones and cakes as well as a variety of teas and coffee,a bit cramped when busy but worth it for a wee break,lovely gardens beautifully kept and ample free parking.Run by The National Trust so there is an entrance fee if not a member but well worth it to see this piece of local history being cared for and back in the public domain.

J. B.

Closed till Saturday 17 September 2022 and it seems you have to book a (free) half-hour slot through eventbrite. 17th already full.

A. K.

What an amazing house - stunning restoration A lovely visit. Guide was excellent - his knowledge and presentation were great. Will be back Alison Young

L. C. n. A.

Very interesting, well organized and guides very informed.

S. S. L. Q.

The guided tour was very good and it was definitely worth a visit. :)

M. P.

House looked fascinating - but do check the opening times. It was closed on the Wednesday we visited it. Will come back to look inside.

b. c.

Holmwood House is a very special place,you'll know what I mean if you ever pay it a visit. Volunteers on hand and they are very knowledgeable about Holmwood. A lovely old place, so glad it was saved for the nation.

J. S.

A meticulously restored Greek Thomson gem, one of the few of his private residences left standing in Glasgow.

J. M.

Interesting Greek style villa with some fascinating on going restoration with the interiors. Good for National Trust membership

j. a.

Very much enjoyed the cafe and the tour with a really knowledgeable guide

C. H.

Idiosyncratic house exemplifying the distinctive style of Victorian architect Alexander 'Greek' Thompson. The house is lit as if under gas lighting so unfortunately on a poor weather day it's difficult to see some features. Guides were helpful in explaining much of the decorative detail.

b.

Breathtaking example of "Greek" Thomson architecture and interior design.

D. S. (. B.

Beautiful Alexander "Greek" Thomson house commissioned by the Couper Bros. In the 1850's who were wealthy paper and stationery manufacturers. Their generous funds built the famous Victoria Infirmary. The house has beautiful gardens with a pair of Giant redwood trees imported from California. The house is currently closed for indoor viewing but the gardens are open and free to visit with magnificent views of the house . An exceptional experience.

A. C.

Wheelchair accessibility is minimal but very interesting nonetheless

K. W.

Amazing restoration work on the Greek Thomson decor.

G. C.

My very first visit to Holmwood House. Having lived on it's doorstep for around 40 years I decided to see for myself what it had to offer , I was not disappointed . Owned by the National Trust for Scotland , my first impression was , what took me so long to visit such an interesting place. What made it such a good visit was the staff , from the minute I walked in the door I was very warmly welcomed by Jean who took the time in giving me a description of the House and the family behind it , it was very obvious she took great pleasure and pride in her role. During my visit I also met and spent time with Louise and Jim, the manager of Holmwood House who were welcoming, informative, knowledgeable and most importantly, friendly. I would highly recommend a visit to Holmwood House and I will certainly make return visits.

S. A. T.

Beautiful house but staff are a bit useless. Gave us wedding dates that weren't available etc.

B. M.

Had such a nice time. Guides were really helpful and friendly. House very well restored recently. Beautiful

B. M.

Alexander Thomson at his very best. Only saw the outside of the house, coach house and grounds as the property was closed but will return soon to see the inside. Amazing detail all around for a mid 19th century property. The restoration work is first class and the grounds are beautifully maintained. Gardeners were there the day I visited. Quiet and peaceful amidst the busy southside Cathcart. ... I have returned and the inside is magnificent. A must see. The workmanship at the time was amazing and the restoration is superb. A lot has been done with more yet to do to complete all the rooms as they would have been when originally built.

K. V.

Upstairs undergoing renovations, (should be all open now), so it was pay by donation to see the downstairs. Best guides ever: knowledgeable, warm and made us laugh. Wee tea room. Impressive house and garden.

J. M.

Beautiful house. Upstairs being renovated so just took a donation. An older lady, can't remember her name, showed us round. She was wonderful and obviously passionate about Greek Thomson. She really made the place come to life and we learned so much from her. She is a total asset to the place. Thank you.

K. L.

Its not very often you get the chance to stay in Greek Thomson building so we were delighted when we book for the property last week, the accommodation was cosy and comfortable and made for a good base when exploring the South side of Glasgow and the centre itself. We visited the mansion house of the Thursday and had a fabulous tour of the house all of the staff were very welcoming and extremely knowledgeable. A real gem of a property. Please leave a like.

L. C. n. A.

Great place, such peaceful surroundings. Love the house full of history.

S. C.

What an amazing restoration job, the National Trust have done. Well with a visit.

A. K.

Beautiful and interesting house designed by Alexander Thomson. The restoration of his stencils and designs are well worth a visit. National Trust property. Opening beginning of March.

S. M.

Interesting history to a home illustrating the style of Greek Thomson. Excellent guides to highlight the history and the hidden features.

J. O.

Unbelievable venue for our daughter's wedding. Gorgeous grounds, rooms so atmospheric. Champagne reception in perfect location. Staff so helpful and professional. Thanks so much.

R. L.

A historic jewel in the Glasgow South location not widely known and has been used by many people throughout the years including a convent. Work is currently going on including research into the buildings history and is well worth a visit.

V. C.

A splendidly restored Victorian villa (still a work in progress)run by very helpful ,knowledgeable and pleasant volunteer staff. Tearoom/ café a wee bit limited,but ,again ,staffed by very nice helpers!!WELL worth a visit!!

L. M.

Loved some of the architecture. Staff were very helpful and knowledgeable. Probably go back another time when the craft fayre isn't on for a better look round.

G. D.

the finest example of Alexander 'Greek' Thomson's architecture

A. H.

Nice place, what a pity it's closed - when it's supposed to be open. Quite concerning, anyone know what's going on?

D.

Fascinating place to visit,rewarding but very much a work in progress.

m. w.

Very first house by Alexander"Greek" Thomson, really amazing architecture. Fantastic restoration by NTS. Nice cafe also.

M. K.

Enthusiastic staff made the visit very interesting. Very nice café with reasonably priced food. The gardens were a bit disappointing but overall a good place to visit.

M.

A most interesting place to visit. Part of Glasgow's history virtually unknown. Well worth a little of your time chatting to the very knowledgeable staff.

L. W.

Great wedding location with great food (yucataco food truck)

A. M.

Very nice house with a lot of the original paint and furnishings. Nice if you like history of this kind. Free to National Trust card holders.

E. M.

Great place to visit . Would have been stunning in its time . Great use of light and mirrors . Doors are fabulous . Gardens blooming . Well constructed family home .

S. S.

Beautiful example of Alexander Greek Thompson architecture. Sensitively restored with excellent guides

B. M.

Well worth a visit.. Interesting features.

A. K.

Magnificent restoration since last visit.

B. G.

Very interesting and volunteers very knowledgable so visit was a very good experience.

H. M.

Nice grounds perfect for picnics. Good little cafe and the museum itself it's both beautiful and interesting.

N. S.

We only went to the cafe but it was excellent - we sat outside in the back with the dog and had a lovely cup of tea and a scone.

S. G.

Very interesting place. Very grand and lavish for a family home.

S. P.

lovely warm welcome to see Santa. very well thought out and helpers fantastic. enjoyed by all ages.

R. H.

Only ever been her for paranormal investigation. But a fantastic historical building to visit.

J. M.

What a great way to spend a couple of hour really interesting good coffee shop and some home grown veg for just a donation

E. L.

The visiting experience needs to be rethought. It is not stimulating, the interesting features are not being exploited

G. W.

Beautiful place and fantastic people. We attended a wedding it was perfect.

J. H.

Lovely house but it was being prepared for decoration. the staff were overly attentive.

J. M.

Beautiful building and the staff/volunteers have done an amazing job for Halloween

C. P.

Hidden gem. Took the kids to see santa and the reindeers at Christmas. They even had the adults singing.

m.

Beautiful Alexander Greek Thomson house with very interesting decor. Knowledgeable staff.

P. H.

Had a lovely cup of tea there with my friend yesterday

L. M.

Beautiful example of an Alexander Greek Thomson residential building, being lovingly restored by NTS.

G. L.

Fantastic interior decoration beautifully restored by the NTS.

B.

Enjoyed our visit. Good for wedding Reception in Marquee.

J. A.

Exceeded my expectations. Great venue for fans of magnificent architecture.

D. C.

Wonderful Hidden Gem. In the heart of Glasgow. Great piece of Architecture.

r. s.

Lovely old villa,being restored,very knowledgeable guide,afternoon tea disappointing, tiny portions,served by very polite ladies,over priced,

E. S.

Excellent history from the staff & so good with the children who love visiting again & again.

A. S.

Great wee visit we'll done national trust for opening this wee gem. We'll definitely be back

A. F.

Great friendly knowledgeable guides.

J. M.

Glasgow architectural gem. National Trust for Scotland looking after it well.

d. f.

Lovely building ,and nice to see ongoing restoration

G. L.

Nice place, usually with some crafts or activities for kids.

a. g.

A beautiful place to visit with lovely nature trails

j. b.

"Greek" Thomson house beside the Cart. Being slowly restored. Well worth visit.

S. J.

Great example of a private house made by Alexander Thomson.

F. D.

Excellent example of Alexander Thomson's architecture.

A. G.

Well worth a visit with iinteresting and knowledgeable staff on hand to inform you, Very difficult, for me that is, to find the place but well worth the effort to get there.

R. S.

Island of elegance in the city. See the house being restored after a savaging as a convent and a school.

J. L. (.

Nice house. Not a lot to see unless you an enthusiast.

S. M.

Stunning building, great place for an afternoon out.

J. B.

Lovely much loved old building very interesting

s. 6.

Brilliant staff, great surroundings children frequently

W. W.

Alexander (greek) Thompson villa masterpiece. Nuf said.

L. H.

Lovely venue & friendly, informative staff

J. A.

Good place to visit for any Thompson buffs

L. F.

Particularly interesting history for locals.

I. M.

Beautiful house and loving restoration

J. A.

Interesting historic house. Helpful guides.

C. C.

Well preserved Greek Thompson building.

C. S.

Very interesting historic building

M. B.

Interesting but short.

I. M.

Visit the house, you won't be disappointed

M. T.

Excellent Halloween day for kids

D. F.

Very interesting but hard to find

s. b.

Very interesting place to visit

r. d.

Refurbished...if thats the right word??

A. W.

Ded good

L. N.

Lovely House & Grounds

C. M. C.

Staff were very friendly

K. P.

Beautiful renovations

m. p.

Great!

J. C.

I just want to visit

T. S. B.

Great place.

M. L.

Amazing interior

S. T.

Excellent visit

B. M.

Very informative

M. F.

Grate place to visit

R. H.

Amazing place

N. S.

Expensive for what it is.

j. m.

Local treasure!

S. M.

First class

H. S.

Haunted House

F. S.

(Translated) Very beautiful, beautiful views that can be admired in the villa, a little less for its architecture, in some places not appreciable at most in the structure, however recommended (Original) Molto bella, belli gli scorci che si ammirano nella villa, un po’ meno per la sua architettura, in alcuni punti non apprezzabile al massimo nella struttura, comunque consigliata

P. M.

(Translated) Place where you can relax and feel embraced by the majesty of the trees (Original) Luogo dove puoi rilassarti e sentirti abbracciare dalla maestosità degli alberi

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