Experience Bridge of Allan

Culture in Bridge of Allan

Bridge of Allan has a long history of being a hub of modern culture & creativity, where you can immerse yourself in art, music, nature and other cultural delights. In addition to the towns’ own art gallery and range of local artists, the Macrobert Arts Centre and University Art Collection are right on our doorstep, bringing a host of creative talent to us from all over the world.

FOTHERINGHAM GALLERY

78 Henderson Street, Bridge of Allan, FK9 4HS

  • Established in 1997, we are a fine art gallery representing over 100 contemporary British artists.

    We keep in stock hundreds of original paintings which can be viewed and bought in the gallery, or on our extensive website with free delivery throughout the UK.

    We stock the exclusive range of hand made designer jewellery by Leigh Fotheringham.

    Pet Friendly

    Family Friendly

    Wheelchair Accessible

MACROBERT ARTS CENTRE

University of Stirling, FK9 4LA

  • Located at the heart of the University of Stirling, Macrobert Arts Centre is a cultural hub or Stirling, the Forth Valley and Scotland, making active connections with people communities and ideas, for entertainment, wellbeing and understanding.

    We offer a huge variety of activities with over 400 live performances. From comedy, dance, family friendly, music, opera, art exhibitions, a range of opportunities for all ages to get involved, and a year round cinema programme.

    We are proud to be one of Creative Scotland's Regularly Funded Organisations, selected for our contribution to a creative Scotland in terms of talent, quality productions, access, audience development, participation and outreach work.

    Family Friendly

    Wheelchair Accessible

    Accessible Parking

    Accessible Bathroom

    Changing Places Toilet

    BSL Interpretation

    Phonic Ear Headsets

ANGELS’ SHARE GLASS

4 Steuart Road, Bridge of Allan, FK9 4JQ

  • Angels’ Share Glass is a family owned Glass manufacturing company. Founded by master glassblower Tom Young MBE who has lived in the village since the early 70’s and was one of the first employees of The University of Stirling before opening his glassblowing factory in the village. Now Daughter Karen is at the helm of the business driving it’s export and ecommerce growth. Angels’ Share has had a generational presence in Bridge of Allan since 1979, The company now focus on high end glassware and giftware all made by their craftsmen in Scotland. The Glassblowing studio is only open to the public by appointment. But the online store offers history, insight and the full product range available.

    Selling their designs globally this small company has big brand reputation for quality, innovation and five star customer service and has won many awards.

    You can also find Angels’ Share Glassware in many local outlets such as The National Wallace Monument and Stirling Castle and The Visit Scotland Tourist centre in Stirling. Scottish Gantry in Stirling and Woodwinters in Bridge of Allan.

STIRLING ART COLLECTION

University of Stirling, FK9 4LA

  • We believe that a creative environment stimulates creative thinking and can inspire a whole community.

    We work to make knowledge visible. Our focus is to make art and culture a part of everyday life for staff, students and visitors, enabling exchanges between art, research and teaching. We do this through an active programme of events that improves access to art and inspires people to engage with it. People tell us it enriches their lives.

    The tours, workshops, exhibitions and lectures attract visitors to the campus and deepen our links with the wider community. The Art Collection welcomes everyone into a creative environment, where creative thinking and creative acts are at the heart of our identity as a place of learning.

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