Looming over the Clyde in Govan stands what was once one of the most successful shipyards in the world.
Fairfield opened in 1890 and, to this day, its rich history lives on within the walls of the grand red sandstone building. It has since been restored as the home of Fairfield Heritage, where the remarkable story of Glasgow’s shipbuilding history is told.
Some of the fastest, largest and most beautiful ships ever produced were built at Fairfield – luxurious ocean liners, steamers and naval ships, all crafted from the cutting-edge technology and engineering prowess that helped earn Glasgow its reputation as 'second city of the Empire.’
