Holmwood NTS

Holmwood NTS Holmwood House is National Trust for Scotland property. Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson designed the h His stunning design legacy impresses at every turn.

ABOUT THIS PLACE
Holmwood is a family home like no other in Glasgow. Located in the Southside of the city, it’s masterfully designed but surprisingly cosy, with grand imagination behind it. Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson designed the house for paper magnate James Couper and his wife in 1857–8, and it’s widely regarded as this Scottish architect’s finest domestic creation. Thomson’s penchant for Grecian

styling and symmetry is found throughout Holmwood, where the bold opulent decoration echoes the colours seen in ancient Greek temples. The house is part of an ongoing conservation project and there’s always something new for visitors to see.

✨When the Holmwood cherub knows your rising sign before you do✨The marble fireplace and barometer is amongst the many st...
13/06/2026

✨When the Holmwood cherub knows your rising sign before you do✨

The marble fireplace and barometer is amongst the many striking features of the house's entrance hallway. Star signs Aries and Ta**us sit at the top of the wheel - their names a subtle nod to Holmwood's architect Alexander Thomson

Holmwood is open Thurs-Sun, 10am-5pm*
*last entry 4pm

In Conversation with Jonathan OwenFriday 19th June, 11am Holmwood, Glasgow, G44 3YUFree entry Join us for a special in-c...
12/06/2026

In Conversation with Jonathan Owen
Friday 19th June, 11am
Holmwood, Glasgow, G44 3YU
Free entry

Join us for a special in-conversation event exploring the installation of works by Jonathan Owen at Holmwood, presented as part of Glasgow International.

Owen makes work by transforming readymade objects that he selects for their implied material and cultural stability. His new installation of marble busts sets up a dialogue with the ornate mid-nineteenth century interiors of Holmwood House.

This event will present the opportunity to hear more about the artist's inspirations, methods of working, and the installation's relationship to Holmwood.

The in-conversation panel will last 40 minutes, followed by a 20 minute Q&A. This event will be free but ticketed.

Tickets are available on Eventbrite - follow the link in the top comment

📷 Photo courtesy of the Artist, Ingleby, Edinburgh and Holmwood, Glasgow. Photographs by John McKenzie.

✨Summer drinks as colourful as Holmwood itself✨Pop into our café on your next visit and pick up a refreshing drink from ...
10/06/2026

✨Summer drinks as colourful as Holmwood itself✨

Pop into our café on your next visit and pick up a refreshing drink from Summerhouse, hand-crafted here in Scotland.

Holmwood is open Thurs-Sun, 10am-5pm*

*café last orders 4.30pm

✨Glasgow International begins today✨Experience the work of Jonathan Owen at Holmwood, presented by the National Trust fo...
05/06/2026

✨Glasgow International begins today✨

Experience the work of Jonathan Owen at Holmwood, presented by the National Trust for Scotland and Ingleby Gallery.

A series of Victorian portrait busts has been installed throughout Holmwood. At first glance, they echo the classical architecture and interiors designed by Alexander 'Greek' Thomson. But look closer, and the alterations to the busts by Owen become apparent.

Free entry 6th and 7th June
Please note that our guided tours of Holmwood will not be running on these dates

Jonathan Owen at Holmwood
16th Apr-1st Nov
Thurs-Sun, 10am-5pm
(last entry 4pm)

Follow the link in the comments for more info

✨Socks with 'sole' much charm✨Pick up a new pair of socks or two from Holmwood's shop on your next visit to the house. C...
03/06/2026

✨Socks with 'sole' much charm✨

Pick up a new pair of socks or two from Holmwood's shop on your next visit to the house. Crafted from bamboo materials, our socks are the perfect blend of comfort and sustainability! 🌿

Holmwood is open Thurs-Sun, 10am-5pm

✨'...there yet remains a glorious future for Architecture...' - Alexander 'Greek' Thomson✨Experience the beauty of Thoms...
30/05/2026

✨'...there yet remains a glorious future for Architecture...'
- Alexander 'Greek' Thomson✨

Experience the beauty of Thomson's restored designs on your next visit to Holmwood

Holmwood is open Thurs-Sun, 10am-5pm*
*last entry 4pm

🏛️We're hiring at Holmwood!🏛️Holmwood House is looking for two seasonal Visitor Services Assistants to join our team. If...
24/05/2026

🏛️We're hiring at Holmwood!🏛️

Holmwood House is looking for two seasonal Visitor Services Assistants to join our team.

If you’re reliable, confident working with people, and bring great energy to everything you do, we’d love to hear from you. And yes — strong barista skills are very much appreciated (because even in a heritage gem, Glasgow still runs on good coffee!). 😉

Available roles:
✨8 hours
✨20 hours

We’re looking for team players with:
✨ Barista experience
✨ Confidence leading tours and supporting volunteers
✨ A positive, welcoming approach
✨ An interest in heritage and architecture (if you love 'Greek' Thomson that is always a bonus!)

Applications close 31st May 2026

Follow the link in the top comment for more details on how to apply

Jonathan Owen at Holmwood 16th April - 1st Nov Thurs-Sun, 10am-5pm(last entry 4pm) In partnership with Ingleby Gallery, ...
20/05/2026

Jonathan Owen at Holmwood
16th April - 1st Nov
Thurs-Sun, 10am-5pm
(last entry 4pm)

In partnership with Ingleby Gallery, the National Trust for Scotland presents an exciting new installation at Holmwood by artist Jonathan Owen.

A series of Victorian portrait busts has been installed throughout Holmwood. At first glance, they echo the classical architecture and interiors designed by Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson. But look closer, and the alterations to the busts by Owen become apparent.

By carefully and methodically carving into the busts, Owen changes their physical dimensions, appearance and meaning. His work questions the relationships between power, permanence, and cultural memory.

Entry is included with admission (free for members)

Follow the link in our bio for more information

Holmwood, Glasgow 168 years old Methodically designed. Unapologetically extra.✨Happy International Museum Day from all a...
18/05/2026

Holmwood, Glasgow
168 years old
Methodically designed. Unapologetically extra.

✨Happy International Museum Day from all at Holmwood! ✨

We're honoured to care for one of Alexander 'Greek' Thomson's most iconic designs and love nothing more than sharing the story of the house and its architect with all our visitors!

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Holmwood's cupola has been keeping an eye on things for years 👀An iconic feature o...
29/04/2026

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Holmwood's cupola has been keeping an eye on things for years 👀

An iconic feature of the house's design, this eye in the sky might appear to be up in the clouds, but all is not as it first appears...

Join one of our guided tours and learn more about the optical illusions Alexander 'Greek' Thomson utilised throughout Holmwood's design ✨

Holmwood is open Thurs-Sun, 10am-5pm
(last entry 4pm)

Address

61-63 Netherlee Road, Cathcart
Glasgow
G443YU

Opening Hours

Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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+441415710184

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