Glasgow - Pollok House

Close to 4mi/6km southwest of the city center of Glasgow stands Pollock House in grounds covering an area of 355 acres/144 hectares. This mansion, the home of the Maxwell family, was designed c 1752 by William Adam and his sons. Inside, the collection of Spanish paintings by El Greco, Goya, Murillo, Velazques and others is particularly interesting. Also on view are several significant works by William Blake and numerous antiques, including a splendid snooker table.