One of the most significant developments in Tramway’s twenty-year history has been the creation of the Hidden Gardens.

Situated on what was once a debris field of bricks and rubble harking back to the partial demolition of the building in 1987/88, this beautiful and tranquil garden started life as a Tramway open commission to NVA (www.nva.org.uk). The company was invited to produce a new work for Tramway following our Lottery funded re-launch in 2000. Our surprise at NVA’s suggested project – to create a garden of peace at the rear of Tramway – soon gave way to the wondrous possibilities this type of project could provide for the building’s future.

Since opening, the Hidden Gardens has attracted more than 70,000 visitors and established itself as one of Glasgow’s must see landmarks, winning major design and regeneration awards. The unique attraction of the Hidden Gardens lies in its diverse and flexible nature: from peaceful haven one day, to thriving centre of activity the next. The Gardens never fail to delight and surprise.

You can now discover The Hidden Gardens at your own pace with our brand new audio guides. Specially created to reveal the gems beneath the surface of this award-winning urban sanctuary, the audio-guide will take you from the Tramway entrance all the way through to each leafy corner of the Gardens themselves, providing history and context for the species and artworks you will find.

At the touch of a button, you can also identify the birdsong you will hear as you wander through the Gardens. As we become more aware of the importance of green space in our communities, here is the perfect chance to get to know your own patch of wild a little better.

The Hidden Gardens is proof of the lasting legacy that Tramway continues to provide for it’s local environment, the community, the City and further a-field. It is a special place, cherished by all those who visit and spend time here.

Find out more about future events in the Hidden Gardens on this website’s What’s On Section, visit the Hidden Gardens website www.thehiddengardens.org.uk or call 0845 330 3501.

Entrance to the Hidden Gardens is free.

Opening Times
Monday – Closed
Tuesday – Saturday 10am-6pm (or dusk if earlier)
Sunday 12 noon – 6pm (or dusk if earlier)