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According to Keith Anderson World War II brought an "unprecedented" level of use by passengers. Anderson attributes this, and an increase in patronage in the years leading up to the conflict, to the expansion of the local shipyard workforce due to the need for rearmament. [18] Unlike its larger counterpart in London the system's stations did not make good air-raid shelters due to its much more limited depth. On 18 September 1940, during World War II, a German bomb, which dropped during a night raid on Glasgow and may have been intended for nearby naval facilities, landed on a bowling green to the south of Merkland Street station. The resulting explosion caused damage to both tunnels, leading to closure of part of the system until repairs were completed in January 1941. The system suffered no other damage during the conflict. It did lose staff who were called up to participate in the war effort. [18] Plans for a Glasgow Metro network and Central-Queen Street tunnel unveiled". HeraldScotland. 29 April 2019. Archived from the original on 29 April 2019 . Retrieved 29 April 2019.

This station serves the Kinning Park suburb, from which it gets its name. It is the narrowest of the stations and preserves the original single islet configuration.University of Glasgow: Established in 1451, this is the fourth-oldest university in the English-speaking world. It can be reached via the Kelvinhall, Hillhead, or Kelvinbridge stations. With over 1.8 million passengers each year, this is the third busiest station in the system. It serves the historical University of Glasgow.

Prams and pushchairs should be folded in the Subway. Unfortunately, because of space restrictions, it is not possible to accommodate large prams and pushchairs. Staff may ask customers to fold prams/pushchairs if they are too big or the system is busy. Glasgow Crossrail - Report by Executive Director of Development and Regeneration Services". Glasgow City Council. St. Enoch: Situated near the St. Enoch Shopping Centre, this station offers access to popular retail outlets and is close to the River Clyde. It is also within walking distance of attractions like the Gallery of Modern Art and the Lighthouse. A further interchange via moving walkway was installed between Buchanan Street station and Queen Street mainline station as part of the modernisation. SPT launches pioneering mobile app". spt.co.uk. 25 September 2012. Archived from the original on 14 April 2013 . Retrieved 25 September 2012.The modernised system uses automatic train operation with the driver only responsible for closing the doors pressing a "start" button in normal operation. [24] Kelvinhall: Kelvinhall Station is located near the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, the Kelvin Hall Sports Arena, and the beautiful Kelvingrove Park. It serves the Kelvingrove and Hillhead neighborhoods. a b Anderson, Keith (2014). Glasgow Underground:The Glasgow District Subway. Stroud, Gloucestershire: Amberley. p.44. ISBN 978-1-4456-2174-6.

Due to its size, the Glasgow subway does not fully meet the public transport needs of the city. Therefore, connections to other forms of transport, including suburban and intercity trains as well as bus lines, are essential. It wasn’t until the 1977 renovation that formal connections with other modes of transport were established. Original System: The original Glasgow Subway system consisted of a circular route, known as the Inner Circle, with two tunnels running in parallel. The tunnels were constructed using the cut-and-cover method, and the trains were initially steam-powered. Kelvinbridge: Kelvinbridge Station is located near the Glasgow Academy and the historic Great Western Road. It offers access to the vibrant West End and the picturesque Kelvin Walkway. West Street: West Street Station is situated near the Glasgow School of Art and the famous Sauchiehall Street. It serves as a gateway to the vibrant city center and is close to various restaurants, bars, and shops.Glasgow Corporation's Venture. Taking over the Subway Railway". Dundee Courier. Scotland. 20 March 1923 . Retrieved 4 February 2017– via British Newspaper Archive. Glasgow Botanical Gardens: they are among the most important botanical gardens of Europe. It covers 11 hectares that shelter many different species, both outside and in greenhouses. It is served by Hillhead station. The Glasgow Metro, also known as the Subway, is a central component of the city’s transportation system, servicing around 35,000 passengers daily. It does not operate 24 hours a day, with operational hours from 6:30 to 23:45 Monday through Saturday, and from 10:00 to 18:12 on Sundays.

Survey shows SPT 'in tune' with the public | SPT | Corporate Information | Strathclyde Partnership for Transport". SPT. Archived from the original on 3 September 2017 . Retrieved 2 September 2017. St. George's Cross: St. George's Cross Station is situated near the busy junction of St. George's Road and Woodlands Road. It provides access to the Woodlands area and the Mitchell Library. This is the final station on the southern side of the river. It was known as Govan Cross until the renovation in 1977. It serves the Govan district. TfL said it will continue to welcome opportunities to collaborate with brands on “exciting marketing opportunities” such as via the temporary rebranding of London Underground stations.Glasgow Subway | SPT | Corporate Information | Strathclyde Partnership for Transport". www.spt.co.uk. Archived from the original on 21 February 2019 . Retrieved 15 December 2018. This is the second busiest station, serving about 2 million people every year. It offers connections to other transports such as trains at the Glasgow Central Station and is also connected to Argyle Street.