An unmissable ghost sign in Glasgow can be found on Hunter Street in the Calton for 'Jas D. Galloway Tyre Distributors'. An unmissable ghost sign in Glasgow can be found on Hunter Street in the Calton for 'Jas D. Galloway Tyre Distributors'.
An unmissable ghost sign in Glasgow can be found on Hunter Street in the Calton for 'Jas D. Galloway Tyre Distributors'.

Glasgow back in time: 14 'ghost signs' which can be spotted in and around Glasgow

Declan McConville
By Declan McConville
Published 20th Feb 2024, 15:29 BST

These are 14 old ghost signs which can be found in Glasgow

Glasgow has a proud history and heritage with many signs of the past sometimes still being visible if you are out and about.

Whether you live in the city or are a visitor, you are always encouraged to 'look up' and sometimes that does not disappoint as you may notice a sign from the past.

If you are a fan of this quirky Glasgow history, be sure to give @ghostsignsgla a follow on Twitter who showcase the very best ghost signs all around the city.

Here are 14 examples of ghost signs in and around Glasgow which can be spotted.

If you are a fan of this quirky Glasgow history, be sure to give @ghostsignsgla a follow on Twitter who showcase the very best ghost signs all around the city.

Ghost signs at 45 and 49 High Street which appeared around 2012.

13. High Street

Ghost signs at 45 and 49 High Street which appeared around 2012.

The former sign of the Caledonian Architectural Salvage Emporium on Kersland Street with their premises now found on South Street in Glasgow.

14. Kersland Street

The former sign of the Caledonian Architectural Salvage Emporium on Kersland Street with their premises now found on South Street in Glasgow.

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