Palaces Β· Central Scotland
Smiley Building, Storie Street, Paisley
In or near Elderslie.
Smiley Building, Storie Street, Paisley β category B listed building-listed palace in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

Richard Sutcliffe β CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 2 hβ3 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.
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.
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- 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
- Official site
- www.smashotcottages.com
Sources
- wikidata: Q17844431 (CC0)
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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.