'It is a place that means so much to so many people.'
The restoration of Bridgeton's iconic bandstand is nearing completion with work due to be finished later this summer.
The landmark has been undergoing painstaking restoration in a workshop and is to be fully re-instated to its former glory within weeks.Calton councillor George Redmond said the history of the well known meeting place at Bridgeton Cross is "incredible." Councillor Redmond said he is "absolutely delighted" that the Umbrella will be restored and said the overall standard will be improved.Regeneration company Clyde Gateway has been working with a team to dismantle the landmark, with pieces being carefully restored and repaired in a workshop.New foundations are also to be added under the columns to support the structure, which was originally gifted to the city in 1875.
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