I can't thank the Heritage enough for arranging the funeral for my brother -in-law .everything was…read moredone with such a lovely touch the whole staff are so nice and reassuring .this was the second funeral of 2023 I had to deal with and I don't think I could have got through it all without the help of everyone at the Heritage Funeral parlour When you walk through the door you can feel the calm atmosphere such a beautiful place too it certainly puts you at ease right away .Thank you all so much .

I can't thank the Heritage enough for the service provided which was seamless from start to finish…read more Lorna was outstanding in her caring and sympathetic approach and her organisational skills where second to none.Everything was organised for me, from booking the church, organising and printing order of service, booking the registrar, contacting the council regarding the lair, cars, flowers, etc. Thanks to the Heritage all the family had to do was turn up on the day! All the stress to organise a funeral was taken out of my hands which I can not thank you enough for.

On the surface, cemeteries seem like odd places to put on a holiday itinerary. But some are so…read morehistoric and culturally significant that they deserve attention as attractions in themselves. This one falls into that category. But there are other reasons beyond that to visit. This particular cemetery is a standout for multiple reasons. One is the fact that there are a few historically significant people who are buried here, such as William Miller, Charles Tennant and Lord Kelvin. It is, after all, the iconic cemetery of a longstanding city as it is the one that comes to the mind of local Glaswegians if you simply refer to "THE Cemetery". The second is that the layout of the cemetery presents an exploratory experience like few others. Spread out on a fairly steep hill, the grounds themselves allow a wondefully quiet, though somber, respite from the city. And last but not least, because of its elevated position, the views of the city from the Necropolis are worth a visit even if the historical significance is of no appeal to you. Wandering through the gravesites amidst the quietude is a rather enjoyable experience in a strange way. I always enjoy reading the epitaphs and admiring the architecture of elaborate gravestones in cemeteries such as this one. The relaxed feel also allows for quiet reflection. But the view of the city here is unbeatable. Be prepared for some mild exertion because there is a bit of a rise from the entry as you cross the bridge to the apex. The grounds also do cover some acreage, so it will be a nice calorie-burning venture if you hike the perimeter and interior. Even if you are not into cemeteries, I'd recommend a stop at this place, particularly if you are going to visit the Cathedral and its satellite museums anyway. The view will give you some nice memories and photos. And the quiet will give you a chance to catch your breath. If you have an historical bent, then this is a must-see.

Secluded and quiet and some of the best views of Glasgow during our trip. We love these old…read morecemeteries and went to 3 of them in Edinburgh. This one in Glasgow seems like the best locally and appears on many lists of travel destinations in Glasgow. Wandering around here early in the morning I find relaxing and peaceful. Right across you have the Glasgow Cathedral which you can get to easily using a stone bridge to cross the road. Both are from the 18th century and are very representative of Victorian gothic-revival architecture. To get to the top you slowly wind your way around the small hill and get a nice sample of different designed tombstones and crypts. We loved coming down from the back way, the stairs were more interesting and at the very bottom you will find a memorial to William Wallace and a bit of history carved into stone. The masonary is impressive and I know there were some pieces by Charles Rene Makintosh but we couldn't identify any on this trip. The statues are particularly in much better condition than some of the ones in Edinburgh.