Road closures for Glasgow World Pipe Band Championships
The two-day celebration of Scottish musical tradition begins with Grade One Day One Performances and the Juvenile Competition on Friday, followed by the full Championship event on Saturday.
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Tickets for the event range from £13.50 to £92.00, with options for general admission and premium packages.
Visitors can expect a vibrant day filled with music, pageantry, and Scottish culture at its finest.
To support the safe running of the event, a number of road closures and parking restrictions will be enforced in and around Glasgow Green.
Motorists and pedestrians are advised to plan ahead, follow diversion routes, and expect increased congestion in the area.
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Full details on the roads that are closed and the times are here:
Prohibition of vehicle movements
From 4am on August 15 to 11.59pm on August 16.
Charlotte Street, between Greendyke Street and London Road East Carriageway for its full length
Greendyke Street, between Turnbull Street and London Road West Carriageway for its full length
Prohibition of waiting, loading and unloading
From 3pm on August 14 to 11.59pm on August 16.
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