Krampus Kristmas

Today we’re at a fabulous location in the heart of the city for the Krampus festive market. Trades Hall dates from the 18th century and was the meeting hall for all of the official trades of Glasgow.

The symbols of the different trades are displayed around the hall and have the bonus of helping me identify trade symbols on gravestones, some of which are not apparent to the modern viewer!

Hammermen Trade emblem in the Trades hall.

The Hammermen incorporate Silversmiths, goldsmiths and even locksmiths.

Hammermen gravestone in Govan Old

I love coming to the gothic Markets, its an amazing opportunity to see the fantastic range of crafts people in Glasgow and the surrounds produce.