Craigend

Settlement in Stirlingshire

Scotland

Craigend

The start of the track to Old Sauchie Sadly marred by dumping and signs of tyre burning.  While the OS marks this as a track all the way to Old Sauchie, it deteriorates into a very poor and boggy path after 100 metres or so.
The start of the track to Old Sauchie Credit: Gordon Brown

Craigend is a small village located in the county of Stirlingshire, Scotland. Situated on the eastern slope of the Campsie Fells, it is nestled amidst picturesque rolling countryside and offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape. This rural village is home to a close-knit community and provides a peaceful and tranquil environment for residents and visitors.

The village of Craigend is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional stone-built houses and newer properties. The architecture reflects the area's rich history, with some buildings dating back several centuries. The village also boasts a small number of local amenities, including a primary school, a post office, and a local convenience store, providing essential services to the community.

Nature enthusiasts will find plenty to explore in Craigend, as it is surrounded by beautiful countryside and offers access to various walking trails and outdoor recreational activities. The nearby Campsie Fells offer opportunities for hiking and climbing, with stunning vistas awaiting those who venture to the summit. The area is also known for its abundant wildlife, with a variety of bird species and mammals making their homes in the surrounding woodlands and fields.

Despite its rural setting, Craigend benefits from good transportation links, with nearby bus routes connecting it to the larger towns and cities in the region. The village is approximately a 30-minute drive from the city of Stirling and around an hour's drive from Glasgow, making it accessible for those seeking a quieter lifestyle while still having access to urban amenities.

Overall, Craigend offers a charming and idyllic setting for those seeking a peaceful village life, surrounded by natural beauty and a strong sense of community.

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The start of the track to Old Sauchie Sadly marred by dumping and signs of tyre burning.  While the OS marks this as a track all the way to Old Sauchie, it deteriorates into a very poor and boggy path after 100 metres or so.
The start of the track to Old Sauchie
Sadly marred by dumping and signs of tyre burning. While the OS marks this as a track all the way to Old Sauchie, it deteriorates into a very poor and boggy path after 100 metres or so.
The track to Old Sauchie This OS marked track varies between a decent track and a boggy faint path as it moves from the single track road in the west and Old Sauchie.
The track to Old Sauchie
This OS marked track varies between a decent track and a boggy faint path as it moves from the single track road in the west and Old Sauchie.
Track through the fields from Old Sauchie
Track through the fields from Old Sauchie
The track from Old Sauchie
The track from Old Sauchie
Track junction near Old Sauchie
Track junction near Old Sauchie
The approach to Old Sauchie
The approach to Old Sauchie
The Great Hall at Old Sauchie "Great Hall" is how the OS describes this fine building.
The Great Hall at Old Sauchie
"Great Hall" is how the OS describes this fine building.
The path from Old Sauchie to Lewis Hill At time of visit the gates on the track at NS7780 8849 were locked by the landowner, complicating access to this route.
The path from Old Sauchie to Lewis Hill
At time of visit the gates on the track at NS7780 8849 were locked by the landowner, complicating access to this route.
Minor road between Kingsburgh and Craigend Looking south-westward.
Minor road between Kingsburgh and Craigend
Looking south-westward.
Minor road and bridge crossing a small burn near to Milnholm Looking south-eastward.
Minor road and bridge crossing a small burn near to Milnholm
Looking south-eastward.
Hedge-lined track giving access to Old Sauchie Mill and Cottages Looking north-westward.
Hedge-lined track giving access to Old Sauchie Mill and Cottages
Looking north-westward.
Minor road at Cauldbarns Looking south-eastward.
Minor road at Cauldbarns
Looking south-eastward.
Forest track at Canglour Looking westward.
Forest track at Canglour
Looking westward.
Track crossing rough ground near to Burnside Looking south-eastward.
Track crossing rough ground near to Burnside
Looking south-eastward.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark with Rivet This mark can be found on top of the parapet wall of a road bridge near Auchenbowie.
The recorded details give a height of 79.35 metres above sea level.
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Ordnance Survey Cut Mark with Rivet
This mark can be found on top of the parapet wall of a road bridge near Auchenbowie. The recorded details give a height of 79.35 metres above sea level. For more detail see : LinkExternal link
Ordnance Survey Flush Bracket S8923 This bracket can be found on the wall of West Byre at Cauldbarns.
The recorded details give a height of 90.7886 metres above sea level.
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Ordnance Survey Flush Bracket S8923
This bracket can be found on the wall of West Byre at Cauldbarns. The recorded details give a height of 90.7886 metres above sea level. For more detail see : LinkExternal link
Wind damaged woodland Windthrow and cleaned up woodland at the head of the Canglour Glen.
Wind damaged woodland
Windthrow and cleaned up woodland at the head of the Canglour Glen.
Road from North Third A narrow road with a bit of a dumping problem.
Road from North Third
A narrow road with a bit of a dumping problem.
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Craigend is located at Grid Ref: NS7887 (Lat: 56.060241, Lng: -3.9608533)

Unitary Authority: Stirling

Police Authority: Forth Valley

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