Kibble Palace, Category A listed greenhouse in Glasgow, Scotland
The Kibble Palace features an extensive ironwork structure with large glass panels housing a collection of tropical plants and rare species at Glasgow Botanic Gardens.
John Kibble designed this Victorian glasshouse in 1873, creating a space that exemplifies the architectural advancement and botanical interests of the nineteenth century.
The Glasgow Botanic Gardens greenhouse serves as an educational center where visitors learn about plant conservation while exploring diverse botanical collections.
Located at 703 Great Western Road, the greenhouse remains open throughout the year and provides free admission to all visitors exploring the gardens.
The greenhouse contains specialized zones dedicated to tree ferns from Australia and New Zealand, maintaining precise temperature controls for these ancient species.
Location: Glasgow City
Location: Glasgow
Fee: donation
Part of: Glasgow Botanic Gardens
Address: Botanic Gardens, Glasgow G12 0UE, UK G12 0UE G12 0UE
Opening Hours: Montag-Sonntag 10:00-18:00
Phone: +441412761614
Website: https://glasgowbotanicgardens.com/the-gardens/history/kibble-palace
GPS coordinates: 55.87890,-4.28843
Latest update: November 24, 2025 15:25
Glasgow combines medieval structures with Victorian architecture and modern cultural buildings. The city offers photographers a mix of Gothic churches, sandstone buildings, and green spaces along the River Clyde. The route includes the 12th-century cathedral and the adjacent Necropolis with its monuments on a hillside. Kelvingrove Museum displays Spanish Baroque architecture, while the University of Glasgow presents Gothic towers and courtyards. The Botanic Gardens house Victorian glasshouses with iron and glass structures. The Riverside Museum documents the city's industrial history, and modern venues like the SSE Hydro and Clyde Auditorium complete the route. The collection covers religious, academic, and industrial architecture, along with parks and cemeteries.
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