Glasgow, like any other city, is always changing - and while some of it may be for the better, there are some spots from around the city that we miss.
From popular bakeries to long-gone traditions, there’s a lot to be missed from our Glasgow childhoods. If you remember all of these places, you’re sure to be a child of the city.
See if you remember some of these Glasgow ways of life from back in the day.
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City Bakeries
A fond memory for most, Glasgow’s City Bakeries sold the elite treats for when the parents were feeling generous.
They were famed for their Halloween treats, as well as a good serving of chips and gravy. While they’re a thing of the past now, only a Glasgow wean will recall the chain
The Walrus and The Carpenter
This Sauchiehall Street stop was a cave of wonders, with all the hand-made toys you can image - Russian dolls and toy soldiers. Some lucky kids may be lucky enough to own a hand me down from the store, but sadly the shop is long gone.
Lewis’s
The Argyle Street department store is long gone, but a day out at Lewis’s is a fond memory for many Glaswegians.
Famously housing the city’s first escalator, the shop was known for their Christmas celebrations and a chance to sit on Santa’s lap. Lewis’s shut in the 90s and was later turned into Debenhams - though many of our readers are pining for the iconic store.
The Wedding Scramble
A tradition in many parts of Scotland, the wedding scramble is scarcely seen today - probably for health and safety reasons.
The tradition involved the father of the bride throwing a handful of coins for local children to collect, whether guests of the wedding or just some local weans looking for the penny. Many Glasgow kids will recall almost being plowed down by the wedding car while hunting for coins.
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Trip to the Barras
A step up from Paddy’s Market, a Saturday trip to the Barras with your gran was the most exciting part of the week. It was the place to be back in the day, and while it’s still popular - it’s nothing like it was back in the day.
Tower Records
The place to be for any teen back in the day, Glasgow said goodbye to Tower Records in 2002.
Before this, yours south flock to the music shop at any given opportunity. Some may recall Bon Jovi performing in the window, bringing the street of the city centre to a half when crowds gathered.
Buck Rogers Burger Station
After the popularity of the TV show Buck Rogers in the 25th century, a themed restaurant was opened on Queen Street in the ‘80s.
Robots and aliens would serve up food and drinks, in the venue which was decorated like a spaceship. Known for birthday parties, the spot had a lasting impact of Glasgow kids.
A ‘piece’
A sandwich? No idea what that is, we knew pieces - and they had jam on them. None of this artisanal bread with fancy fillings, it was pretty plain and simple back in the day.
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