Wrestling with Social Value Case Study Report: Sauchiehall Lane, Glasgow

Abstract

This report is based on the findings from a rapid, qualitative investigation into the variety of communities and range of social values associated with Sauchiehall Lane in Glasgow. It provides some background to the site and research process, summarises the findings, and considers the potential implications. There is a particular focus in this study on identifying the value of Sauchiehall Lane to the graffiti community and its importance to Glasgow’s graffiti heritage. The research was undertaken as part of the collaborative PhD project, Wrestling with Social Value: An Examination of Methods and Approaches for Assessing Social Value in Heritage Management and Conservation.