GLASGOW WHAT'S ON : ARGYLL HOTEL NEWSLETTER

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Glasgow What's on and What's on in Glasgow including Concerts and Events.

Our newsletter is regularly updated to keep you informed about exhibitions, concerts and festivals in the city.The Argyll hotel is within a short walk of the SECC and approximately a 15 minute drive from the Braehead Arena. The Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum is only a few minutes by foot. There are also many annual Glasgow Festivals and Events not to be missed each year.

Our newsletter will also keep you informed as to whats new at the Argyll Hotel Glasgow.

What's on and events in Glasgow this Summer : Join us at the Argyll Hotel

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News Updates

April saw the announcement that the SECC Glasgow will play host to the MOBO Awards on

April also saw the Argyll Hotel receive a High Commendation Plaque at the" Let Glasgow Flourish Awards" held at the Trades Hall Glasgow
for the hotels exterior floral displays during 2008. Jim is working hard on an award for 2009!

Check out who is appearing at 02 Academy Glasgow during 2009. - Within easy reach of the Argyll Hotel by underground.
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4th April - 20th September

Inspired : Mitchel Library
Inspired is an exhibition of art inspired by the life and works of Robert Burns to mark the 250th anninversay of the year of his birth. The exhibition will include work by around 50 contemporary artists, representing not only the UK, but also Russia, Israel, Australia, Japan and the USA. WQell known artists such as Tracey Emin and Ed Ruscha will feature as well as established Scottish artists, including Douglas Gordon and Peter Howson. The contemporary work will be presented alongside a small collection of previously unseen relics. The exhibition represents a facinating and unprecedented way to convey the influence and relevance of Robert Burns' work in the present day.

Sunday June 21st : Glasgow Men's 10K

Organised by the Men’s Health Forum Scotland Scotland’s fourth national 10k event for men will take place in Glasgow on Sunday June 21 (Father’s Day). Over 3000 men took part in 2008 and over 4000 participants are expected for 2009.
The event is open to all men aged 15 and over. Full run details can be found at http://www.mhfs.org.uk/10K.php

Sunday 21st June : Glasgow Mela : Kelvingrove Park
A multicultural family festival, based on traditions of the Indian sub continent.

Glasgow Mela at Kelvingrove Park is the city’s largest multi-cultural festival celebrating the ethnic diversity of Scotland. Celebrating its 18th birthday this year, the Glasgow Mela regularly attracts 25,000 visitors and is a focal point of Scotland’s cultural calendar.
Enjoy top acts and attractions from around the world offering vibrant music, colourful dance, interactive arts as well as plenty of family fun and youth entertainment
Mela is a festival like no other so why not join us at the Argyll Hotel in Glasgow which is located directly across from Kelvingrove Park Admission to the festival is FREE!

19th -21st June
Hampden Park
Take That Sell Out 3 Nights

24th June – 1st August
Bard in the Botanics
Bard in the Botanics – that is the Botanic Gardens Glasgow, is Scotland’s annual Shakespeare festival. This year it returns with a host of new productions offering laughter, drama and passion set against the stunning backdrop of Glasgow’s Botanic Gardens. This year’s festival includes performances of the ultimate battle of the sexes, “The Taming of the Shrew” (24th June – 11th July), the Bard’s most dangerous and thrilling tragedy, “Macbeth” (15th July – 1st August) and his most chilling and charismatic baddie, “Richard III” (16th July – 1st August).

30th June 2009
Hampden Park
AC/DC
The European leg of the Black Ice World Tour will roll into Hampden Park, Glasgow on the 30th June 2009.

Foodies Festival Glasgow 18th - 19th July 2009

Looking Ahead : Book early to avoid disappointment

Forthcoming Events not to be missed : Glasgow will be busy on the following dates and we would advise that you secure your accommodation early.:

Retrofest Glasgow : 29 - 30th August 2009

The Great Scottish Run : Scotland's Greatest Race : 5th -6th September 2009

MOBO Awards Glasgow September 30th 2009

Glasgow’s Hogmanay : 31st December 2009
Join revellers at George Square to usher in 2010 with a host of top bands, singing, dancing and fireworks, in the heart of the city.
Join us for Glasgow Hogmanay

Celtic Connections Glasgow 2009 : Glasgow’s Winter Music Festival : Look out for details of January 2010
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Glasgow Short Breaks

Visit our short breaks for Arts, Theatre and Special Interest Breaks including Glimpse of Mackintosh, Shopping Breaks, Museum and Gallery

Glasgow Theatre Breaks 2009

Join us for a theatre break in Glasgow to include accommodation, tickets and Pre theatre dinner.
Check out our Glasgow Theatre Breaks

We are working with Douglas from BairdsTravel and now offer our guests a guided walking tour before dinner - a great healthy way to learn about the city of Glasgow while building up your appetite before returning to the hotel and Sutherlands Scottish Restaurant for dinner with a drink on arrival.

We are also pleased to be working with Nigel of CatsWhiskersTours who offers the following Glasgow Wide Customised Tours:

» Personalised Glasgow
Personalised tours of Glasgow for groups with special interests

» About Glasgow
Historic Glasgow : Glasgow architecture :Modern Glasgow : Hidden Glasgow

» Living in Glasgow
Galleries, museums and Culture : Shopping : Eating Out : Pubs

» You and Glasgow
Personal ancestry in Glasgow

» Day trips from Glasgow
Suggestions available

For more information Email Nigel Cole or call +44 (0) 141 638 5500

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