Glasgow City Council
Glasgow City Council is the Local Authority for Glasgow City. We provide services to more than 626,000 people in Scotland's largest city.
There are 23 electoral wards across the city, each one has 3 or 4 councillors representing it.
Last updated:
18/03/2026
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Services
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Alexandra Park pleasant and well laid out public park with a wide variety of facilities to suit all age groups.
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Auchinlea Park is at the edge of Easterhouse on the outskirts of Glasgow.
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This extensive park (68.4 Hectares/169 Acres) has many features and facilities. It boasts formal gardens and open parkland in which to relax and take in views over the city.
The Blue Badge scheme is for people with severe mobility problems which makes them unable or virtually unable to walk, or those who are registered blind, allowing them to park in restricted areas.
Bonnybroom Nursery is located in the north of Glasgow and is provided by Glasgow City Council.
At Broomloan Nursery School we encourage learning and offer support for all in a happy, safe and stimulating environment.
Budhill Family Learning Centre provides quality, flexible early learning and childcare for children from birth to 5 years.
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Castlemilk Park, the woodland that runs through Castlemilk, was originally part of a designed landscape of the Castlemilk House, however the woodland is very much the heart of the Castlemilk community
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Cathkin Braes Country Park covers a large area (199 Hectares/493 Acres) in the south east of Glasgow. The park is renowned for panoramic views over the city.
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The country park covers over 1350 acres of green space around the East Renfrewshire and Glasgow City boundary, encompassing the green belt separating Barrhead, Darnley and Newton Mearns.
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Darnley Mill Park is a Site of Importance for Nature Conservation in the southwest of Glasgow. It's habitats support a diverse range of animals and plants and provides an attractive area for walks.
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Dawsholm Park is a 33 Hectares/ 81 Acres site. Large areas of the park have been left in a natural state. The park is a firm favourite with bird watchers and naturalists alike.
Deanpark Nursery School have places for 70 children (3 - 5 years) and are open during weekdays from 8am until 6pm.
Dennistoun Early Years Centre is a nursery providing a safe, happy, caring, stimulating, and secure environment for children.
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Spanning approximately 37 acres, Elder Park is a cherished green space in the Govan area of Glasgow.
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The park is a 26 Hectares/64 Acres site. To the east the site is amenity grass with play facilities. The majority of the site is a city-wide site of importance for nature conservation.
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In addition to our stunning Victorian glasshouses, Glasgow Botanic Gardens have over 20 hectares of landscaped grounds to explore, much it along the beautiful River Kelvin.
We offer a wide range of information on all childcare services (0-5 years) and support services for families and providers.
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Glasgow Green is a 55 hectares/136 acres site and is by far the oldest of the city's parks. It is situated within walking distance of the city centre, east of the Saltmarket.
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At Glasgow Helps, we'll do our best to listen, understand your needs and work with you to connect you to the right assistance, in the right place, at the right time.
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Nature is literally just on your doorstep here at Hamiltonhill Clay pits.
Hamiltonhill Family Learning Centre is a nursery situated in the North East of Glasgow. We provide early learning and childcare provision for children aged 3 months until 5 years.
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The main attraction of Hogganfield Park is Hogganfield Loch, a large shallow loch with a wooded island. The park also has a wide variety of other facilities to suit all age groups.
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Kelvingrove Park is a 34 hectares/85 acres site on the banks of the River Kelvin. The park has a wide variety of facilities to suit all age groups.
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King's Park is well known for its high profile horticultural displays, particularly those in the walled garden. The park has a wide variety of facilities to suit all age groups.
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Knightswood Park is located south of the Great Western Road and provides a recreational space to the surrounding area. The park remains busy all year around, with a range of activities.
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Linn Park and Local Nature Reserve is the second largest park in Glasgow and has a wide variety of facilities to suit all age groups.
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Pollok Country Park is Glasgow's largest park and the only Country Park within Glasgow. Its extensive woodlands and gardens provide a quiet sanctuary for both visitors and wildlife.
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Queen's Park offers a great range of sport and recreational facilities along with a boating pond and smaller nature pond.
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Richmond Park was opened in 1899 and is approximately 12 hectares in size and has a variety of facilities including football pitch and games area, pond, and play areas.
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Rosshall Park offers a peaceful retreat with a mix of natural and historical features.
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Routes Out offers support to women who sell sex or who are thinking about it. Whatever the situation we are here to offer you a safe space, safety advice and practical support.
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Ruchill Park provides a recreational space for local students, dog walkers, joggers, orienteering enthusiasts, and those who like to visit and take in the views from the park's many vantage points.
Scaraway Nursery provides education and care for children from 2 years until school entry date and is open 50 weeks of the year, mainly from the hours of 8am until 6pm.
Support service for people who are deaf, deafened and have hearing loss, are blind and have vision loss or are deafblind.
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Seven Lochs Wetland Park is Scotland’s largest urban heritage and nature park. It really is heritage on your doorstep, and a great place to relax and lose yourself in nature.
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Springburn Park has one of the most beautiful rockeries in Scotland, a garden of peace and three wildlife ponds. The park also has a wide variety of facilities to suit all age groups.
St Paul’s Primary School and Nursery School is an education service, offering primary school and nursery education.
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Team of job coaches who support people with learning disabilities and / or autistic spectrum conditions (ASC) to find and keep full time jobs.
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The Young Parents’ Support Base supports young women who become pregnant or have children while of school age to maintain and/or return to education during pregnancy and after the birth of their baby.
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Tollcross Park is famous for it's Rose Garden and Winter Gardens. It has many hidden gems including the Glen Nature Walk and Children's Farm, and offers a retreat from the busy surrounding streets.
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Victoria Park is considered to be Glasgow's prettiest park. The park boasts an extensive range of formal floral displays and hollies. The park has a wide variety of facilities to suit all age groups.
Contact information
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