Horses and hydropower return to Pollok Park in a net-zero setpiece
February 6 2024
A historic stables and sawmill complex within the grounds of Pollok Park is to be transformed into a living heritage centre under plans driven by Glasgow City Council.
Working with Page/Park, Hub West, Narro, Rybka and Doig+Smith the authority will repurpose the semi-derelict listed buildings to allow Clydesdale Horses to make a triumphant return to the park.
Scheduled for delivery in the second quarter of 2024 the net-zero attraction will include a cafe and events space all powered by newly installed hydroelectric turbines.
Deferential repairs will focus on new interventions such as an access stair, conveniences and the cafe on the south and west ranges which are in relatively poor shape. This permits more limited fabric repair and improvements such as insulation and modern glazing to the remainder.
In a statement, the architects wrote: "The refurbishment of Pollok Stables and Sawmill will create a new Living Heritage Centre at the heart of Pollok Park. The complex will explore the history of power, from the mighty Clydesdale Horse to the harnessing of the white cart river to create sustainable electricity. The complex tells the story of a working estate and will become a centrepiece for Glasgow City Council's net zero strategy."
An 'accessible axis' of Caithness slabs will offer level access through the cobbled courtyard, linked to a new river terrace by an open pend.
A flood proof cafe occupies the ground floor of the south wing
The A-listed stables will be restored as the centre of a working estate
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