Sunday 8 December 2013

Glasgow, home of XX Commonwealth Games

With the 17 different sports in this year's Commonwealth Games, there will be something for everyone's cup of tea in Glasgow.

Commonwealth Games have been an international tradition every four years since 1930. This wonderful event has been hosted by 18 cities in seven different countries all over the world, including Canada, Australia, Malaysia, India and, of course, our own United Kingdom.

Commencing in July, the XX Commonwealth Games is going to be the main source of many other events, such as The Big Big Sing, which invites those interested to join in and sing along up until and during the Games. Another big surprise for Glasgow's visitors will be GRIT, an ambitious new theatre production based on the inspiring life and music of one of Scotland's most innovative and influential musicians. Those are just some of the events taking place during the games and there are plenty more to come.

This year's sports include Aquatics, Athletics, Badminton Squash and Table Tennis, Lawn Bowls, Netball and Gymnastics, for bike fans there's the Cycling and the Triathlon as well. Shooting is also included. And for the more adrenaline seeking visitors there's plenty of choice as well - Boxing, Hockey, Judo, Rugby Sevens, Shooting, Wrestling and Weightlifting.

If interested, take a look at the Games' website - http://www.glasgow2014.com/
And, of course, if you decide to visit Glasgow during this event, rooms at the Argyll Hotel will be opened in early January. Give us a call on 01413373313 or send us an e-mail to info@argyllhotelglasgow.co.uk.
If you wish to take a look at our rooms and the events happening at our hotel, take a look at our website, argyllhotelglasgow.co.uk

Sunday 1 December 2013

GFT opens a third screen!

Glasgow Film Theatre has opened a third screen just in time for its 75th birthday! The celebrations will take place at Glasgow Youth Film Festival commencing in early February, 2014.

The Chief Executive of Glasgow Film, Jaki McDougall comments: "We are delighted to start our celebrations with the opening of our third screen at Glasgow Film Theatre, which amongst screenings and private hires, will also become home to the GYFF Youth Team. Glasgow Youth Film Festival is the only festival of its kind in Europe to be curated and programmed entirely by 15-19-year-olds, and we are delighted that Cinema 3 will give the team a permanent base."

On Sunday, the 8th of December, Glasgow Film Theatre will be hosting an open day where those interested will be invited to take a peek behind the scenes of GFT during their guided tours as well as have the opportunity to see a free screening of a surprise film. 

For more news on the Glasgow Film Theatre, check out their website - http://www.glasgowfilm.org/

The GFT is within walking distance of the Argyll Hotel. Book your room now if you are attending the Glasgow Youth Film Festival by calling at 0141 337 3313 or emailing info@argyllhotelglasgow.co.uk.

You can take a look at our rooms and events on our website at http://www.argyllhotelglasgow.co.uk