From 1991 to 2015, The Arches on Glasgow's Maitland Street dominated the Glasgow nightclub scene.  I don't think there are many people of a 'certain age' who don't have a tale or two of a wild night in those darkened arches, where time and daylight had no bearing!  Most of the world's best DJ's played the iconic venue at some point, greeted by crowds of enthusiastic revellers and finishing the night with 'wan mare choon' being chanted at them relentlessly. 
 
Turning on to Maitland Street, under the railway bridge, the queue of hopeful party people would snake along the street, contained by barriers.  Every now and then the faint sound of the bass would escape the doors as people worked their way towards the front and the bouncers for an 'Aye' or 'Naw, not tonight, pal'.  At closing, the street was a sea of people, planning the 'efter-party', and looking for mates lost many hours earlier in the cavernous club'.   
 
Explore our hand-drawn, digitally rendered art prints by Turadh Design Co., featuring iconic Scottish pubs and nightclubs. These unique prints let you capture special memories by showcasing the locations that matter most to you.
 
Each print is crafted with care, available as framed artwork or loose prints, making them a perfect home decor piece or a thoughtful gift for music lovers, clubbers, pub goers and art enthusiasts alike.
 
© Turadh Design Co. Julie Paterson