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Paisley Abbey

Bespoke Heritage Walks in Paisley & Renfrewshire

Designed to suit your needs, our bespoke Heritage Walks in Renfrewshire will give you a glimpse into the varied and amazing history of the County. Come and explore the well-known medieval Abbey, thread mills and much more in the County.

Were you ancestors from Renfrewshire or Paisley? Did they work in the textile industry? Heavy Engineering or Shipyards on the River Clyde or White Cart Water? Where did they live, work or worship?

Our bespoke heritage walks can cover any aspect of your family's history, and can even accommodate a visit to the Renfrewshire Heritage Centre where you may be able to find out more about your ancestors through local papers or Poor Relief Records..


All bespoke walks are scheduled for a 2 hour period.

Please contact us for further information. We can be contacted via our website contact form.

From £15 per adult


Departure days

  • Monday
  • Tuesday
  • Wednesday
  • Thursday
  • Friday
  • Saturday
  • Sunday

January — December

Contact details

The Urban Historian

Paisley
Renfrewshire
Scotland
PA2

Tour information

Starting

  • Paisley

Length

2Hours

Transport

  • Walking

Type

  • Bespoke
  • Private
  • Small Group (1-16)

Languages

  • English

Themes

  • Ancestry
  • Archaeology
  • History

Tour prices


From £15 Per Adult £7.50 Per Child

Book now

Prices are subject to change depending on season

The Urban Historian

Tour company information

The Urban Historian

Discover Paisley & Renfrewshire: The Urban Historian provides heritage walking tours in the old County of Renfrew, and is based in Paisley. Topical heritage walks are programmed on a regular basis, and can range from Paisley's amazing textile heritage covering weaving to linen, silk and cotton thread production. Other walks focus on many aspects of Paisley & Renfrewshire's Heritage. The Urban Historian also has a program of Online history cafes, lectures, and genealogical sessions.

Opening times

Bespoke tours are arranged to suit you. Please check the website for details of all events, as times and meeting locations are subject to change.
Office hours tend to be Tuesday to Friday 10am-3pm

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