Museums · Central Scotland
The Burrell Collection
In or near Glasgow.
The Burrell Collection — a museum in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Anthony O'Neil — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Pollokshaws West · 0.9 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
The Burrell Collection is a museum located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The Burrell Collection is a museum located in Pollok Country Park, showcasing a diverse range of art and historical artifacts spanning 6,000 years. Visitors can explore various galleries featuring works from different cultures and periods, including sculptures, decorative arts, and paintings.
Place summary
The Burrell Collection is a museum located in central Scotland, postcode G43. It houses an extensive collection of art and artefacts amassed by shipping magnate Sir William Burrell, showcasing a diverse range of works from various cultures and periods. The museum is noted for its architectural design and tranquil parkland setting.
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- Coordinates
- 55.8309, -4.3076
- District
- Glasgow City
- Postcode
- G43 1AT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Glasgow South
- Phone
- +44 141 287 2550
- Nearest railway station
- Pollokshaws West — 0.9 km
- Opening
- Monday-Thursday, Saturday 10am-5pm; Friday, Sunday 11am-5pm
- Official site
- burrellcollection.com
Sources
- osm: way/24242323 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Burrell Collection?
- The Burrell Collection is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode G43 1AT).
- What is The Burrell Collection?
- The Burrell Collection — a museum in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Burrell Collection?
- The nearest railway station is Pollokshaws West, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode G43 1AT.
- Is The Burrell Collection free to visit?
- Yes, The Burrell Collection is free to enter.
- How do I get to The Burrell Collection?
- The nearest railway station is Pollokshaws West, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode G43 1AT.