Designating part of the buildings at Glassford Waterworks, Strathaven
Feedback updated 15 May 2024
We asked
From 13 March to 1 May 2024, Historic Environment Scotland (HES) sought views on a proposal to list part of the buildings of the Glassford Waterworks.
Glassford Waterworks, constructed in 1895, is a notable example of buildings associated with the provision of clean water in the late 19th century. The buildings survive largely in their original form and retain many of the features associated with their function as a water works. The wider setting has been partially altered but a number of ancillary features are retained, contributing our understanding of how the site would have originally operated. The buildings form part of a group of historic structures that are of social historical interest for what they can tell us about the supply of clean water to the district in the late-19th century and the municipal ambition of the period.
Through Citizen Space, we invited members of the public to tell us if they agreed with the proposed designation and if they had further comments to make.
We consulted directly with South Lanarkshire Council as the planning authority, and with owners of the site.
Our selection guidance for designation and the policies we work to are published in the Designations Policy and Selection Guidance document.
You said
We received four responses to the consultation, including responses from the owners. No one raised issues that brought into question the cultural significance of the site for designation.
We have reported in more detail on the consultation in our Report on Handling, which can be downloaded from the Heritage Portal or from the bottom of this page.
We did
After considering the comments received during consultation, we have listed the buildings at category C, listed building ref: LB52633.
We have published a Report on Handling for this case on the Heritage Portal. This can also be downloaded below:
Overview
We are proposing to designate part of the buildings of the Glassford Waterworks as a listed building.
Glassford Waterworks, constructed in 1895, is a notable example of buildings associated with the provision of clean water in the late 19th century. The buildings survive largely in their original form and retain many of the features associated with their function as a water works. The wider setting has been partially altered but a number of ancillary features are retained, contributing our understanding of how the site would have originally operated. The buildings form part of a group of historic structures that are of social historical interest for what they can tell us about the supply of clean water to the district in the late-19th century and the municipal ambition of the period.
Glassford Waterworks, south building, walls and gatepiers © HES
We are now gathering views on our proposal to list this building at category C.
To help you respond to the following survey, please read why we think these buildings at Glassword Waterworks meet the criteria for listing by downloading our Report of Handling [PDF, 259KB]. You can also download a copy of the proposed listing map [PDF, 294KB)
How we designate listed buildings
We list buildings of special architectural or historic interest. A dedicated team researches and assesses all designation applications.
You can find out more about listed buildings in the Advice and Support section of the Historic Environment Scotland website, and read our Designation Policy and Selection Guidance (2019).
To merit listing, the structure must meet set listing criteria.
Find out about the listing process.
Why your views matter
We’d love to hear your thoughts and whether you agree with our proposal. You can do this by completing the short questionnaire below. We are also keen for any more information that you might have about the building/site, which will enhance our understanding of its significance and our record.
This questionnaire usually takes 5-10 minutes to complete.
Find out what comments we consider and what happens next in our consultation guide or watch our Designations video.
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