The Friends of Crookston Castle help care for and celebrate Glasgow's only surviving medieval castle.https://bsky.app/profile/crookston.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/crookston.bsky.social/post/3mkxaa3j3ok2iIncase you missed the news 👇 [contains quote post or other embedded content]03 May 2026 13:11 +0000at://did:plc:agfqlv5lw6goofvl46olclo7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkxaa3j3ok2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/crookston.bsky.social/post/3mkx74m6cps2iWe have 2 big summer events in the planning & we’re opening up space for other local groups, community organisations & pitches for small businesses, vendors & crafters. Email us to find out more Crookstoncastlefriends@gmail.com03 May 2026 12:51 +0000at://did:plc:agfqlv5lw6goofvl46olclo7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkx74m6cps2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/crookston.bsky.social/post/3mkdohaxcok2uAfter a huge year we’re getting ready for our Annual General Meeting. 📅 Wednesday 27th May 🕕 6.00pm 📍 Swamp, 27 Brockburn Road Please save the date and join us to celebrate everything achieved over the last year, and help shape the next 12 months ahead. Everyone welcome.25 Apr 2026 18:32 +0000at://did:plc:agfqlv5lw6goofvl46olclo7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkdohaxcok2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/crookston.bsky.social/post/3mjhutupzwc2hWhen we first decided to carry out a geophysical survey at Crookston Castle, none of us thought we’d be rewriting history. Watch our short flim to find out more https://youtu.be/B1Z2RZSvAfs?si=k2ZxWdJnJgMyGgtA @castlestudies.bsky.social @archscot.bsky.social @nts-archaeology.bsky.social @glasgowheritage.bsky.social14 Apr 2026 17:12 +0000at://did:plc:agfqlv5lw6goofvl46olclo7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjhutupzwc2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/crookston.bsky.social/post/3mj3iei6d7s2uNext week, we’ll be sharing the results from our geophysics survey… and we can’t wait 👀 Last summer, 30 amazing volunteers and pupils from 5 local schools joined us to scan the ground around the castle over three days. Here’s a look back at how it all came together 🎥09 Apr 2026 18:57 +0000at://did:plc:agfqlv5lw6goofvl46olclo7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mj3iei6d7s2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/crookston.bsky.social/post/3mirekyhie22eHappy Easter 🐣 We had a great day in the snow then then sun for our first ever Easter Eggventure!05 Apr 2026 18:22 +0000at://did:plc:agfqlv5lw6goofvl46olclo7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mirekyhie22ehttps://bsky.app/profile/crookston.bsky.social/post/3mimbd65vzc2gWe’re still going with our Easter, but with a new time of 1pm–3pm to avoid the worst of the weather. Please dress for the conditions and we’ll aim for a fun day whatever the forecast! Thanks as always for your support.03 Apr 2026 17:41 +0000at://did:plc:agfqlv5lw6goofvl46olclo7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mimbd65vzc2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/crookston.bsky.social/post/3mgkbpap3rk2gThe women of Crookston rarely appear in the records, a rare survivor comes from 1562 a rider arrives demanding the castle keys. Helene Symple answered refusing to hand over the castle saying she"culd nor wald nocht" Today many women help keep the story of Crookston alive #InternationalWomensDay08 Mar 2026 11:52 +0000at://did:plc:agfqlv5lw6goofvl46olclo7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgkbpap3rk2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/crookston.bsky.social/post/3mg3uvesrvs2eWritten #OnThisDay 82 years ago the U.S. Army District Engineer reveals an extraordinary moment in the history of the Castle during #worldwar2. During the war the Crookston was home to UK, US & Polish forces, including a large military field hospital & ordenance store.02 Mar 2026 18:25 +0000at://did:plc:agfqlv5lw6goofvl46olclo7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mg3uvesrvs2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/crookston.bsky.social/post/3mfucr4siuk27It #SeachdainNaGàidhlig World Gaelic Week. Gaelic shapes the landscape around Crookston Castle and is a living language across our communities, were proud to join in the celebrations this week.27 Feb 2026 18:12 +0000at://did:plc:agfqlv5lw6goofvl46olclo7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mfucr4siuk27https://bsky.app/profile/crookston.bsky.social/post/3metcuitaak24Happy #ValentinesDay What do you love about Crookston Castle? Is it the history, the view from the top? Childhood memories of visiting? A peaceful place to walk, or a favourite photo spot? Whatever it is, we’d love to hear it.14 Feb 2026 15:16 +0000at://did:plc:agfqlv5lw6goofvl46olclo7/app.bsky.feed.post/3metcuitaak24https://bsky.app/profile/crookston.bsky.social/post/3meeao2uj3k2qA huge thank you to the 11 volunteers who came along to our litter pick, helping clear the hillside, Castle path, neighbouring streets, and the grass verges along Brockburn Road. Days like this really help keep the area looking its best for everyone who lives nearby and those who comes to visit.08 Feb 2026 15:27 +0000at://did:plc:agfqlv5lw6goofvl46olclo7/app.bsky.feed.post/3meeao2uj3k2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/crookston.bsky.social/post/3mebr2pfsz22wLitter Pick at Crookston Castle Join us tomorrow (Sunday) at 11:30am for our first litter pick of the year. It’s a great way to help care for Glasgow’s last castle and make a difference for the community. We’ll be offering a free tour of the Castle at the end! https://media.tenor.com/M5lM-lxyT6gAAAAC/stickergiant-clean-up.gif?hh=280&ww=49807 Feb 2026 15:42 +0000at://did:plc:agfqlv5lw6goofvl46olclo7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mebr2pfsz22whttps://bsky.app/profile/crookston.bsky.social/post/3mdxt3jdits25📅 Sunday 8th Feb 🕚 11:30am 🗑Community Litter Pick 👋 All Welcome Come help look after the Castle and surrounding area, and spend a bit of time doing something positive for our community. Everyone is welcome. RSVP here https://www.facebook.com/share/17yDV4LCUv/03 Feb 2026 16:52 +0000at://did:plc:agfqlv5lw6goofvl46olclo7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mdxt3jdits25https://bsky.app/profile/crookston.bsky.social/post/3mduo2dmi2s2wWe had a cracking craft and fun day at the Castle on Saturday. Huge thanks to EcoDrama, Spidar Arts, Glasgow Science Centre, artist Hannah Brackston and our brilliant volunteers!02 Feb 2026 10:44 +0000at://did:plc:agfqlv5lw6goofvl46olclo7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mduo2dmi2s2whttps://bsky.app/profile/crookston.bsky.social/post/3mdo6clkmss2z📣Last chance for tickets Our community concert takes place tomorrow. Final few tickets left eventbrite.co.uk/e/choruses-cro… We'll have music from 🎸 The Visitors 🪗 Findlay and Calum Morrison 🪕Tam McGarvey 🎻 The Willows Music And maybe even a surprise guest! https://eventbrite.co.uk/e/choruses-cro…30 Jan 2026 20:46 +0000at://did:plc:agfqlv5lw6goofvl46olclo7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mdo6clkmss2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/crookston.bsky.social/post/3mdatqvzhhk2jHappy Burns Day! We'll be celebrating next Saturday, with two Burns inspired events taking place at Crookston Castle. Kids crafts and fun day at 11am https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/crafts-and-choruses-crookston-castles-burns-day-craft-event-tickets-1980417991524?aff=oddtdtcreator Community Concert, 6-8pm https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/crafts-and-choruses-crookston-castles-burns-day-craft-event-tickets-1980417991524?aff=oddtdtcreator Please book your spot in advance.25 Jan 2026 13:32 +0000at://did:plc:agfqlv5lw6goofvl46olclo7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mdatqvzhhk2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/crookston.bsky.social/post/3mczoobt7ds2qWe have a few tickets left for our Burns Night Concert at the Castle. Get your for a bargain £6.50 for night of live music and community spirit. 📅31 Jan 🕚18:00 🎟 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/choruses-crookston-castles-alternative-burns-night-tickets-1980418693624?aff=ebdsshother&utm_share_source=listing_android22 Jan 2026 17:13 +0000at://did:plc:agfqlv5lw6goofvl46olclo7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mczoobt7ds2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/crookston.bsky.social/post/3mcfvrxjy2k2eWe're hosting a special Robert Burns inspired crafts day on 31st January. It'll be a brilliant day of craft, creativity and castle exploring 🏰 Family friendly, hands on activities Tickets £2 adults, £1 children. Tickets 🎟 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/crafts-and-choruses-crookston-castles-burns-day-craft-event-tickets-1980417991524?aff=oddtdtcreator14 Jan 2026 20:27 +0000at://did:plc:agfqlv5lw6goofvl46olclo7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mcfvrxjy2k2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/crookston.bsky.social/post/3mapwss6zxc25We're wrapping things up after a busy year that brought the Castle to life again. Thank you to everyone for all the support, wishing you all a very Merry Christmas 🎄24 Dec 2025 09:22 +0000at://did:plc:agfqlv5lw6goofvl46olclo7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mapwss6zxc25https://bsky.app/profile/crookston.bsky.social/post/3m7djhqigkc2mWe capped off a pretty remarkable year by winning the @glasgowtimes.bsky.social Editor’s Award at the Glasgow Community Champions Awards this week! #GlasgowChamps06 Dec 2025 17:26 +0000at://did:plc:agfqlv5lw6goofvl46olclo7/app.bsky.feed.post/3m7djhqigkc2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/crookston.bsky.social/post/3m75r4emzck2fWe're champions! 🏆 We had a brilliant night at the @glasgowtimes.bsky.social #GlasgowChamps awards. For a small volunteer-led group, this award means so much. We're grateful to everyone who has supported us along the way & helped us care for & celebrate Glasgow’s castle04 Dec 2025 10:26 +0000at://did:plc:agfqlv5lw6goofvl46olclo7/app.bsky.feed.post/3m75r4emzck2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/crookston.bsky.social/post/3m6u6oaeq622iHappy St Andrew’s Day! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Our national day is a reminder of how Scotland’s heritage can bring people together. At Crookston Castle we see that every week, as the community comes together to share and celebrate our shared connections, history and future.30 Nov 2025 15:02 +0000at://did:plc:agfqlv5lw6goofvl46olclo7/app.bsky.feed.post/3m6u6oaeq622ihttps://bsky.app/profile/crookston.bsky.social/post/3m663e3ldu22kTo celebrate #BookWeekScotland children’s author Marion Husband visited the Castle for a wonderful storytelling session with the wee ones from nearby Lyoncross Nursery. It was a lovely day filled with imagination and adventure. 📚 @scottishbooktrust.bsky.social21 Nov 2025 20:05 +0000at://did:plc:agfqlv5lw6goofvl46olclo7/app.bsky.feed.post/3m663e3ldu22khttps://bsky.app/profile/crookston.bsky.social/post/3m5f3d6g3s22sOur volunteers enjoyed a memorable evening as we picked up another award! This one celebrating our partnership with VSC & artist Hannah Brackston hosting schools during GlasgowDODFestival. A lovely recognition of the creativity, teamwork and community spirit that makes Crookston Castle so special.11 Nov 2025 21:27 +0000at://did:plc:agfqlv5lw6goofvl46olclo7/app.bsky.feed.post/3m5f3d6g3s22shttps://bsky.app/profile/crookston.bsky.social/post/3m56zy4csb226Lest we forget09 Nov 2025 11:47 +0000at://did:plc:agfqlv5lw6goofvl46olclo7/app.bsky.feed.post/3m56zy4csb226https://bsky.app/profile/crookston.bsky.social/post/3m4ycbleej22xThrilled to be regional winners of the Community Champions Awards 🎉 As a small, volunteer-led group, this means so much. In just our first full year, we’ve hosted events, school visits and heritage projects that have helped reconnect people with one of Glasgow’s most historic landmarks.06 Nov 2025 19:27 +0000at://did:plc:agfqlv5lw6goofvl46olclo7/app.bsky.feed.post/3m4ycbleej22x