Woodland Methodist Church, Glasgow

On Woodlands Road, not far from the bustle of Glasgow鈥檚 West End, stands the Woodlands Methodist Church, a Category B-listed building with a story that bridges faith traditions and more than a century of community life. The church was originally commissioned in 1909 by the Swedenborgians, a religious movement inspired by the writings of the Swedish philosopher and mystic Emanuel Swedenborg, who believed that the Last Judgment had already taken place in the spiritual realm in 1757. Designed by architect David Barclay, the building became a centre for this small but devoted congregation before passing into the care of the Methodists in 1977. Today, it continues to serve as a place of worship and fellowship for Glasgow鈥檚 Methodist community.

The building itself is a striking example of early 20th-century Gothic design. Constructed over two storeys, it is distinguished by its steeply pitched gabled roof and an eye-catching corner tower. Visitors ascend a broad staircase, sheltered by a glass canopy, to reach the High Nave on the first floor. Inside, the sense of space and height is complemented by the warmth of carved wood and the glow of stained glass, which fills the sanctuary with colour when the sun shines through. Among its most moving features is a war memorial window brought here from Saint John鈥檚 on Sauchiehall Street, commemorating those who died during the Second World War.

The interior reveals further details for the attentive eye. Stone columns frame pointed arches leading into the transepts, while biblical inscriptions line the doors. Above the east wall fireplace, carved panels depict the Swedish flag alongside Glasgow鈥檚 own symbols of the salmon and oak, a quiet nod to the building鈥檚 Swedenborgian origins. The church library at the rear, lined with dark wood panelling and Gothic-style bookcases, reflects the Methodist tradition of study and thoughtful faith.

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Sight Name: Woodland Methodist Church
Sight Location: Glasgow, Scotland (See walking tours in Glasgow)
Sight Type: Religious
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