Historic churches · Central Scotland
Glasgow Reform Synagogue
In or near Eaglesham.
Glasgow Reform Synagogue — a synagogue in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 30 min–1 h
- Nearest railway station
- Patterton · 1.9 km
- Free entry
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Glasgow Reform Synagogue is a synagogue located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Catalogued from Wikidata's UK heritage register; see the Wikipedia article for further historical and visitor details.
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Official information
Glasgow Reform Synagogue is the only Reform synagogue in Scotland, offering a space for the study and practice of Judaism. It hosts weekly services and various activities for all ages, fostering a sense of community and exploration of faith.
Place summary
Glasgow Reform Synagogue is located in central Scotland. It serves as a place of worship for the Reform Jewish community and is noted for its modern architectural design.
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Background
History
The synagogue was founded in 1933 and moved to its present premises in 1968. Previous locations include at 39 Queen Street, Strathbungo, from about 1935 until late 1930s; at 90 Albert Road, Pollokshields Street, from late 1930s until about 1948; at Langside Halls, from about 1948 to 1950; and at 306 Albert Drive, Pollokshields Street, from 1950 to 1968. Nancy Morris, the first female rabbi in Scotland, was the synagogue's rabbi from 2003 to 2011, followed by Dr Kate Briggs (2014–2016). The current rabbi, since 2021, is Pete Tobias.
Sourced from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Coordinates
- 55.7734, -4.3300
- District
- East Renfrewshire
- Postcode
- G77 6RE
- Parliamentary constituency
- East Renfrewshire
- Phone
- +44 141 639 4083
- Established
- 1933
- Nearest railway station
- Patterton — 1.9 km
- Official site
- www.grs.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q5566898 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Glasgow Reform Synagogue (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Glasgow Reform Synagogue?
- Glasgow Reform Synagogue is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode G77 6RE).
- What is Glasgow Reform Synagogue?
- Glasgow Reform Synagogue — a synagogue in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Glasgow Reform Synagogue?
- The nearest railway station is Patterton, about 1.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode G77 6RE.
- When was Glasgow Reform Synagogue built?
- Built or established in 1933.
- Who owns Glasgow Reform Synagogue?
- Glasgow Reform Synagogue is owned by | leadership = Rabbi Pete Tobias.
- Is Glasgow Reform Synagogue free to visit?
- Yes, Glasgow Reform Synagogue is free to enter.
- How do I get to Glasgow Reform Synagogue?
- The nearest railway station is Patterton, about 1.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode G77 6RE.