Archaeologists working on a dig at a historic site on the River Kelvin have unearthed the foundations of an old mill.
The dig was carried out as part of Scottish Water’s £15million investment project in Glasgow’s West End to improve both the environment and water quality in the river.
Archaeologists from AOC Archaeology Group have uncovered the building foundations adjacent to the existing flint mill site at Garriochmill Road.
The first recording of the mill dates back to 1795 and the site is thought to have comprised of a flour mill and a separate corn mill.
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It is believed the foundations which have been found belong to the former flour mill.
Archaeologist Sam Golder said: “During preliminary examinations, and prior to this dig, Scottish Water picked up some brick surface at 1.15 metres beneath the ground."
“It was important to excavate the site prior to any work being undertaken in order to enrich existing historical records and build a better picture of the River Kelvin.
"Once everything of importance has been recorded, the site will be back-filled ready for Scottish Water to start improvement works in July.”
During the works the Kelvin Walkway will remain open to pedestrians and cyclists until the move is completed, which is expected to be in January 2020.
The investment project will begin this summer and will involve upgrade work at 11 locations along or near the River Kelvin.
Once complete, the new infrastructure will help prevent items which are wrongly flushed down the toilet – such as rags, baby wipes, plastic cotton buds - from overflowing into the river.
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