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The Great Britain Guide

Palaces Β· Central Scotland

Smiley Building, Storie Street, Paisley

In or near Elderslie.

Free admissionβ™Ώ Wheelchair: limited

Smiley Building, Storie Street, Paisley β€” category B listed building-listed palace in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

Spread your wings - geograph.org.uk - 7169360

Richard Sutcliffe β€” CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
2 h–3 h
Nearest railway station
Paisley Gilmour Street Β· 0.4 km
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

Getting there & planning your visit

To visit the Smiley Building in Paisley, the nearest railway station is Paisley Gilmour Street, which is 0.4 km away. The postcode for sat-nav is PA1 2HG. Accessibility is limited for wheelchair users.

Directions on Google Maps β†’

About

Smiley Building, Storie Street, Paisley is a category B listed building-listed palace in scotland-central, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB39124). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.

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Heritage listing

Category B Date Added 27/03/1985 Local Authority Renfrewshire Planning Authority Renfrewshire Burgh Paisley NGR NS 48051 63873 Coordinates 248051, 663873 β€” Craig Barr and Cook, architects, 1911-12. 2-storey, 3-bay with advanced centre bay. Ashlar, channelled to cill band of ground floor but rises to impost of architraved round arch of doorway. Porch with 2 Ionic columns. Supporting entablature with "Hugh Smiley Day Nursery" carved in frieze and block over. Tiny sidelights with bracketted cornices flank porch. 1st floor centre bay has tall elaborately architraved central window with ornate segmental pediment flanked by narrow sash windows. Outer bays have tripartites: ground floor with consoled cornice and pediments over centre lights, and 1st floor with bracketted cills. Eaves cornice with blocking course, raised at centre. basement. Pedimented gable end to School Wynd with corniced

From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.

Official information

The Sma' Shot Cottages showcase the history of Paisley's weaving industry and serve as a cultural heritage site. Visitors can explore the preserved cottages and learn about the town's significant contributions to textile production.

Place summary

The Smiley Building is a palace located on Storie Street in Paisley, central Scotland. It is recognised as a category B listed building, highlighting its architectural and historical significance.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
55.8441, -4.4283
District
Renfrewshire
Postcode
PA1 2HG
Parliamentary constituency
Paisley and Renfrewshire South
Phone
0141 889 1708
Nearest railway station
Paisley Gilmour Street β€” 0.4 km
Opening
Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays 12-4pm (Wed, Sat); 1-5pm (Fri) from April to September

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Smiley Building, Storie Street, Paisley?
Smiley Building, Storie Street, Paisley is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode PA1 2HG).
What is Smiley Building, Storie Street, Paisley?
Smiley Building, Storie Street, Paisley β€” category B listed building-listed palace in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Smiley Building, Storie Street, Paisley?
The nearest railway station is Paisley Gilmour Street, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode PA1 2HG.
Is Smiley Building, Storie Street, Paisley a listed building?
Smiley Building, Storie Street, Paisley is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
Does Smiley Building, Storie Street, Paisley charge admission?
Smiley Building, Storie Street, Paisley typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
How do I get to Smiley Building, Storie Street, Paisley?
The nearest railway station is Paisley Gilmour Street, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PA1 2HG.