The world's greatest gig venue? Not for us to say, but yes. With its sprung dancefloor and impecable acoustics, the Barrowland Ballroom has been lauded by musicians and gig goers for nearly 40 years. The Barrowlands has hosted top acts such as Oasis, Bob Dylan and The Smiths over the years and booking a gig at the Barras has almost become a byword for having made it for many Scottish acts.placeholder image
The world's greatest gig venue? Not for us to say, but yes. With its sprung dancefloor and impecable acoustics, the Barrowland Ballroom has been lauded by musicians and gig goers for nearly 40 years. The Barrowlands has hosted top acts such as Oasis, Bob Dylan and The Smiths over the years and booking a gig at the Barras has almost become a byword for having made it for many Scottish acts. | Glasgow Life

Glasgow East End: 9 reasons why the East End is the place to be in Glasgow in 2025

Callum McCormack
By Callum McCormack

News Features Writer

Published 14th Aug 2024, 13:59 GMT
Updated 12th May 2025, 15:46 GMT

The East End of Glasgow has an intriguing history and can lay claim to some of the city’s most notable landmarks.

The East End of Glasgow is an undeniably cool part of the city. Often rough and ready, the area has spawned some of Glasgow’s most famous markers - such as the Barrowland Ballroom and Tennent’s Lager.

Their attributes transcend just making Glasgow what it is and have become a firm part of Scottish identity.

And the east end has also earned a global reputation. In 2020, Time Out magazine named Dennistoun the eighth coolest neighbourhood in the world - cementing that reputation for being on the cutting edge of local culture.

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Take a look at our nine reasons why the east end of Glasgow is the place to be.

The menu at Coia's has delighted generations of Glasgow families. There's classics like spaghetti bolognese, pizza or fish and chips at the East End dining destination. Order ice cream sundaes for dessert.

9. Coia's Cafe

The menu at Coia's has delighted generations of Glasgow families. There's classics like spaghetti bolognese, pizza or fish and chips at the East End dining destination. Order ice cream sundaes for dessert. | Coia's

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