10 old photos of Glasgow from the 1970s - including Hercules the bear

Take a trip back to the ‘70s with these old photos.

By Jamie Callaghan

Published 11th Oct 2022, 10:10 BST

We went through the archive to find these old pictures of Glasgow from the 1970s.

They highlight some of the bigger or stranger stories from the decade.

Take a look below.

1. '70s Glasgow

Princess Anne chats to people outside the Darnley Street nursery during her visit to Glasgow in March 1979. Photo: Gordon Rule

2. '70s Glasgow

British Rail staff dress in Victorian costume with a cake to celebrate the 100th birthday of Glasgow Central station in August 1979. Photo: Allan Milligan

3. '70s Glasgow

Crowds watching the rally cars leave Glasgow on the first stage of the International Scottish Motor Rally in June 1979. Photo: Gordon Rule

4. '70s Glasgow

Plastic Bags filled with water help to lever the Carrick upright ready for refloating after it sunk into the Clyde in central Glasgow Photo: Gordon Rule