Sale of souvenirs and publications
East Renfrewshire has a rich and exciting history. We have a range of publications, which tell the story of the area from prehistoric times to the modern period. They chart its history through the turbulent times of the middle ages, the religious strife of the Reformation and Covenanting period, and the sweeping changes heralded by the Industrial Revolution.
Whether you are looking for a general history of East Renfrewshire, or are interested in a particular area or subject, you should be able to find something to interest you.
Contact
For further information, contact your local East Renfrewshire library, or alternatively:
Library Headquarters
Church Road
Barrhead
G78 1FA
Telephone: 0141 577 3500
Email: reading@eastrenfrewshire.gov.uk
If you require items to be posted to you, a postage charge will be added, depending on the number of items ordered.
Old Clarkston and Netherlee by Douglas Nisbet £7.99
Old Clarkston and Netherlee contains 50 pages of photos and information about the area.
The Single Light - Ernest Levy
Copies of this book are available to buy in any East Renfrewshire library priced at £10 for Paperback and £19 for Hardback
In My Pocket - Dorrith Sim, book re-issue
This book has been re-published and is available from Giffnock community library priced at £7.00
Neilston Railway 100 Year Centenary CDRom
Neilston Railway Station became 100 years old in April 2003. To celebrate this occasion, East Renfrewshire Council organised events to mark the occasion. A multimedia CDRom was produced containing reminisce audio, rare film footage, local newspaper archives, art work by local primary schools, maps and activities for youngsters.
The CDRom is available from Neilston and Barrhead Libraries.
Old Newton Mearns by Anne Loudon and David Kidd, Stenlake, 2001, Price £6.99
Uplawmoor Local Studies Group - Old Uplawmoor.Price £7.50
Pictures of Uplawmoor from the past.
Eastwood District Libraries - Fairest Parish - a History of Mearns Price £1.80
Eastwood District Libraries - A Planned Village - History of Eaglesham Price £1.80
Eastwood District Libraries - Sandstone to Suburbia - a History of Giffnock Price £1.50
Ferguson, Margaret - Barrhead Heritage Trail Price £0.50
Fraser, Dr Brian - Kirk and Community - a History of Eaglesham Parish Church Price £5.95
Hughson, Martin - John Robertson, Engineer Price £0.95
Marchant, Josette - Journey Through Stageland 3 generations of a theatre family in Scotland Price £5.95
Nesbit, Stuart M. and Welsh, Thomas C - Robert Allason and Greenbank Price £2.50
A fascinating story of the Greenbank estate and Its founder Robert Allason
Welsh, Dr. Thomas C. - Eastwood District History and Heritage Price £6.95c
Douglas S.Nisbet - More Old Netherlee District Price £1.50
Arthurlie Church's Barrhead - A Tasty Place Price £10
Tom Marchant - Barrhead a moment in time Price £8
Mearns Local History Group - Mearns at Work Price Video - £2.99
Barrhead People's Story Group - Its Funny Whit Ye Remember Price £8
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: How can I purchase Ordnance Survey maps from the Council?
- A:
Our Customer First service can provide Ordnance Survey (OS) maps on the condition that they are needed for your application for Planning Permission or a Building Standards Warrant. Contact Customer First for more information on (0141) 577 3001. Alternatively you can buy OS maps from local authorised Ordnance Survey mapping agents, or online at the Ordnance Survey's website at www.ordnancesurvey.co.uk.