Before Glasgow: The Lost Kingdom of the Clyde (film)

About this Resource

A 6-minute 19-second documentary film by OrbitalFlyers exploring Dumbarton Rock and the kingdom of Alt Clut, which controlled the Clyde long before Glasgow became Scotland’s largest city. Using aerial footage and narration, it considers the Rock’s natural defences, its role as a royal stronghold of the Britons, attacks by Viking forces and the changing centres of power along the Clyde. Published in May 2026; free to watch online.

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Resource Details

Resource Type

Online/Digitised
Film

Subject

Archaeology
Historic Buildings
Military & War
Political & Diplomatic
Television, Media & Film

Geographical Coverage

Dunbartonshire

Era

Ancient

Access

Not open to public

Online Availability

Remote access available

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Location

Entry last updated: September 23rd, 2026

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