Glasgow is famous the world over for its unique patter, but, as every local knows, the banter of the Barras Market is on another level.
Stallholders were renowned for their witty catchphrases, and many had Barras shoppers in stitches.
Few shoppers could forget lingerie trader 'Lucky Knickers Josie's' cry of "They're your lucky knickers!", or the shout of "They're your American knickers one Yank and they're off!".
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Or how about the classic "Come a wee bit closer, Madam, I don't do mail order!"
Even Barras Queen Maggie McIver had a call of her own, with a generation of traders and customers familiar with her old saying, "Work hard and keep the heid".
The sounds of the Barras were the very essence of the old market.
Now to mark the legendary outdoor market's 100th anniversary, a series of engravings have been created, each carrying a prime example of classic traders' patter.
The engraved sayings, which will be officially unveiled on August 21 by Gavin Mitchell and Alison Thewliss MP, are part of an exciting new project by the Glasgow Building Preservation Trust.
The project followed a community consultation held in April 2022, with the eight best-loved phrases chosen to be engraved into the pavements around the market as a permanent celebration.
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In addition to marking the Barras centenary, the My Historic Neighbourhood programme is celebrating the heritage of various communities around the city, from the rich history of Govan to the days of roller skating in Anderston.
My Historic Neighbourhood has been made possible thanks to a National Lottery grant of £58,600, while the project is also supported by Glasgow City Council in partnership with Articulate Cultural Trust, Friends of The Pipe Factory, and the Margaret McIver Company.
The Barras started in 1921 as a safe space for people to trade from their barrows, created by Maggie McIver, who was sometimes known as the 'Barras Queen'.
Over the next 50 years, it became the permanent fixture it is today, central to Glasgow's heritage, filled with memories and cherished connections of the local community.
As well as unveiling the Barras phrases on August 21, there will also be another chance to experience ‘Sounds Like a Bargain’, the sonic sculpture created in a collaboration between St Mungo's students and artist Adam Stearns at the beginning of this year.
The sculpture was created using field recordings and objects bought at the market. There will also be tours of the Barrowland Ballroom, run by the Margaret McIver Company.
The unveiling event and exhibition of Sounds Like a Bargain is free and unticketed.
Sounds like a Bargain will be exhibited within the Barras Market from 11am till 4pm. Tours of the Barrowland Ballroom are free but ticketed, booking is essential. Tickets available from 12pm on Thursday August 11th, from www.glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk.
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