Final design of Govan to Partick bridge DEVELOPMENT of the Govan to Partick cyclist and pedestrian bridge is expected to begin early next year finally linking the two areas. Around £5 million in Clyde Mission funding is also being set aside and to deliver projects at the Finnieston Crane, in Govan and at SWG3 in Yorkhill. A report presented to Glasgow City Council this week detailed the range of current and future projects which are contributing to the regeneration of Govan-Partick and the waterfront on both banks of the Clyde there. The Govan-Partick Strategic Development Framework sets out a long-term vision: that by 2030, Govan-Partick will be recognised as an urban district of well-connected but distinct neighbourhoods which provide a very high quality of life, creating a context for nationally significant economic development and a narrowing of social inequalities.
By Nerys Tunnicliffe of Glasgow City Archives
The opening of Elder Park Library in 1903, with Isabella on the right. Picture courtesy of Glasgow City Archives ISABELLA Elder, wife of famous shipping magnate John Elder, used her wealth to leave a lasting legacy to Govan. She became known affectionately as ‘Lady’ Elder by locals, despite not having an official title. Her husband had served an apprenticeship with local shipbuilder and engineer Robert Napier, and later became a partner in Randolph, Elder and Co. He designed an innovative compound steam engine in 1854 that boosted the fuel efficiency of steam ships and sealed his company’s success. They began building ships in 1860, eventually moving to the Fairfield yard in 1868, as John Elder & Co.