Kelvin Hall
Thrive Beyond Toxicity – International Men’s Day 24
- Tickets
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Free - ticket required
- Dates and times
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Tuesday 19th Nov 2024
4:00PM
- Age
- 18+ years
- Venue
The event to be held on International Men’s Day, Tuesday 19th November, will have a focus on tackling male toxicity, and what it takes to be a positive male role model. It will be a celebration of men’s positive contributions to society with a focus on men’s health & wellbeing.
This FREE event will include sports taster activities, marketplace stalls with information on men’s activities, support groups and services, and a film edit which will go through the years and illustrate where we were and where we are now with men’s health. (4pm – 6pm)
The highlight of the event will be a panel discussion around addressing the challenges of toxic masculinity, this will be led by Sean McDonald, who will be joined by Darren McGarvey, Anne Hughes and Zander Murray. (6.15pm – 7.30pm – this section is ticketed and must be booked via Eventbrite). https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1037748903907?aff=oddtdtcreator
Our panel discussion will be led by:
Sean McDonald - Glaswegian host of the Blethered podcast and regular contributor on Good Morning Britain, BBC Radio Five Live, BBC Radio Scotland, BBC Scotland, Times Radio, The Jeremy Vine Show and Talk TV.
He will be joined by:
Darren McGarvey - Darren McGarvey, also known by the stage name Loki, is a writer, columnist and hip hop recording artist, who has made regular media appearances as a social commentator.
Anne Hughes - Anne Hughes is a motivational speaker, writer & broadcaster with more than twenty-five years’ experience in public speaking and a depth of experience and knowledge in inspiring and motivating.
Zander Murray - Zander became the first Scottish professional footballer to come out as gay in September 2022 and is one of the few actively playing footballers in the world. Since coming out Zander has shared his story on many TV shows including Lorraine, and Good Morning Britain and Rylan's documentary on TNT Sports. Zander is also a proud ambassador for LGBTQ+ charity Stonewall, he is a motivational speaker, and he attends workshops in schools, football academies and corporate organisations.
Accessibility guides
The AccessAble guide can be found here
The Kelvin Hall Visual Story can be found here.
A floor plan for the venue is available here.
Other accessibility information
Please note that only assistance dogs are permitted within the building.
Kelvin Hall has a dedicated quiet room that can be used for prayer or for those needing a calm space. It is located on the ground floor beside the Sports Hall, please ask staff for directions.
Sensory bags which include ear defenders are available for visitors to use during their time in Kelvin Hall. These can be collected from reception.
Accessible toilets
The accessible toilet is located off the main corridor. There is changing places toilet.
Assistance dogs
Guide and assistance dogs are welcome.
Hearing loop
There is a fixed loop hearing assistance system.
If you use British Sign Language, you can watch our British Sign Language introduction to Kelvin Hall.
Wheelchair access
There is wheelchair and pram access to all public areas using the lifts and there are free wheelchairs available to hire at reception.
Baby changing
There is a dedicated baby changing room near reception, please ask staff for directions. The Play n' Climb has its own toilets with additional baby changing facilities.
Baby feeding
Cafe or restaurant
The Café at Kelvin Hall is a bright open space, located on the left hand side as you enter the building. There is a combination of booth seating and tables. It's a great space to meet friends, catch up before a class or grab a takeaway coffee before a walk through the West end.
The Kelvin Hall café serves breakfast, lunch, kid's meals, cakes, coffee and cold drinks.
Opening Hours:
Monday - Friday: 8am-5pm
Saturday & Sunday: 8.30am-5pm
Parking
Paid parking is available at the Bunhouse Road car park. The car park is managed by City Parking.
There are spaces reserved for blue badge holders close to the entrance of Kelvin Hall on Bunhouse Road as well as on street parking, where standard charges apply.
Bunhouse Road Car park has facilities for electric car charging as part of the ChargePlace Scotland public network.
Parking costs:
Up to 1 hour £3.00
• 1-2 hours £5.00
• 2-3 hours £7.50
• 3-4 hours £10.00
• 4-5 hours £10.00
• 5-6 hours £10.00
• 6-7 hours £10.00
• 7-8 hours £10.00
• 8-9 hours £10.00
• 9-10 hours £10.00
• Overnight Flat rate 6pm - 8am £3.00
Please note these machines take coins only and no change can be given.
Maximum stay 10 hours
Cashless parking is available as a payment method via RingGo at our surface pay! We advise downloading or registering for RingGo prior to your visit. To register or find out more please visit https://myringgo.co.uk/.
This car park is operated by Neighbourhoods, Regeneration and Sustainability for more information please visit https://www.glasgow.gov.uk/carparks
Photography and video recording
Please follow this link to read guidelines on photography, filming and sketching in all Glasgow Life Museums.
Free wifi
Location Map
We encourage visitors to use public transport or active travel to access Kelvin Hall where possible.
Use Traveline Scotland to plan your trip
By train
Kelvin Hall is around 20 minutes walk from Partick Station
Subway
The nearest subway station is Kelvinhall.
By bus
First Bus services 2, 3 and 77 all stop outside the museum.
By Bike:
Kelvingrove Park forms part of the Kelvin Walkway, which links with the Glasgow Loch Lomond Clydeway and the West Highland Way. The venue can be easily reached by bicycle and bicycle parking is available to the front of the building.
By Car
Kelvin Hall is situated on Argyle Street, around 6 minutes from the M8.