The Briggait Clydeside Market Halls in Glasgow have officially reopened following the completion of a £3.9 million renovation project, carried out by construction firm Clark Contracts.

To mark the occasion, an official celebration was held recently at the newly refurbished venue. The event was attended by representatives from Clark Contracts, Wasps Studios, Glasgow City Council, and members of the design team including Collective Architecture, Doig & Smith, Brown + Wallace, and Narro Associates. Key funders of the project were also present.

The extensive refurbishment, which began in July 2023, has revitalised the iconic Category A Listed building. The work included the safeguarding of the 1889 and 1904 market hall roofs, repairs to historic floors and walls, and the creation of modern facilities including new toilets, a reception area, café space, and a new entrance. The redevelopment also reopens the building to Clyde Street and the River Clyde for the first time in over 50 years.

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The project was funded by a wide range of organisations, including Glasgow City Council, the Scottish Government’s Regeneration Capital Grant Fund, Historic Environment Scotland, Glasgow City Heritage Trust, the Architectural Heritage Fund, Scottish Enterprise, the Scottish Landfill Communities Fund, and Avondale.

The transformation of the Briggait has attracted widespread interest from local stakeholders, with regular visits by Glasgow City Council members, university students, and community groups.

Chris Cowie, Interim CEO of Wasps, said: "We are incredibly proud to see the Briggait Clydeside Market Halls brought back into use. This transformation is not just about preserving a historic building – it's about unlocking its potential for future generations. Thanks to the dedication of our partners and funders, the Briggait now stands as a vibrant, accessible space that will support creativity, community, and culture at the heart of Glasgow’s riverside."

Michael Scanlan, Director at Clark Contracts, added: "We are delighted to have delivered the major refurbishment of this iconic Category A Listed building for Wasps. We hope that the building users and community enjoy this rejuvenated space for years to come."