Craigends

Settlement in Renfrewshire

Scotland

Craigends

East Fulton Primary School, Linwood The car park and nursery building are in the foreground.
East Fulton Primary School, Linwood Credit: G McK

Craigends is a small village located in the historic county of Renfrewshire, Scotland. Situated approximately 8 miles west of the city of Glasgow, Craigends is nestled between the towns of Houston and Bridge of Weir. The village is set amidst picturesque rolling hills and offers a tranquil setting for its residents.

Craigends has a rich history dating back centuries, with evidence of early settlements in the area. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional stone cottages and more modern houses. The community is tight-knit and close, fostering a strong sense of belonging among its residents.

The village is well-connected to surrounding areas by road, with the A761 road passing through Craigends. This allows for convenient commuting and easy access to nearby amenities. The village is also served by a regular bus service, providing further transportation options.

Despite its small size, Craigends offers a range of facilities and services for its residents. These include a primary school, a community center, and a local shop for everyday necessities. The village is also within close proximity to a variety of recreational activities, including golf courses and nature trails, making it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts.

Craigends is surrounded by beautiful countryside and offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The nearby Gryffe Reservoir is a popular spot for fishing and walking, providing a peaceful retreat for nature lovers.

Overall, Craigends is a charming village that combines a sense of history with modern amenities, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a peaceful and close-knit community.

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Craigends Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.861255/-4.529777 or Grid Reference NS4166. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

East Fulton Primary School, Linwood The car park and nursery building are in the foreground.
East Fulton Primary School, Linwood
The car park and nursery building are in the foreground.
The Houston brewing company Real ale on draught at the Fox and Hounds, same building.
The Houston brewing company
Real ale on draught at the Fox and Hounds, same building.
End of Summer Farmland note the old crop marks, and the Swallows (Maybe house Martins?) getting ready to head south.
End of Summer
Farmland note the old crop marks, and the Swallows (Maybe house Martins?) getting ready to head south.
Rising Ground Small hill Spot Height 24mtr to the west of Linwood Moss.
Rising Ground
Small hill Spot Height 24mtr to the west of Linwood Moss.
Linwoodmoss Wood Woodland area at the western edge of Linwoodmoss.
Linwoodmoss Wood
Woodland area at the western edge of Linwoodmoss.
Ardgryfe Crescent Road at a leafy housing estate at Houston Renfrewshire.The road taking its name in part from the River Gryfe which bounds the estate to the south.
Ardgryfe Crescent
Road at a leafy housing estate at Houston Renfrewshire.The road taking its name in part from the River Gryfe which bounds the estate to the south.
River Gryfe River Gryfe swollen by recent rain photographed from Crosslee Bridge.
River Gryfe
River Gryfe swollen by recent rain photographed from Crosslee Bridge.
Rhubarb Patch Rhubarb plants are perennial and are grown for their edible leaf stalks, although classed as a vegetable rhubarb is more usually eaten in desserts.
In this picture the plants are now dying back for the winter.
Rhubarb Patch
Rhubarb plants are perennial and are grown for their edible leaf stalks, although classed as a vegetable rhubarb is more usually eaten in desserts. In this picture the plants are now dying back for the winter.
Stubble Field of stubble at Turningshaw farm.
Stubble
Field of stubble at Turningshaw farm.
Farm track Farm Track bordering Chapel Farm and woodland surrounding Houston House.
Farm track
Farm Track bordering Chapel Farm and woodland surrounding Houston House.
Black & White Brookfield Village houses Renfrewshire.
Black & White
Brookfield Village houses Renfrewshire.
St Fillan's Primary School, Houston
St Fillan's Primary School, Houston
Kaimhill Farm
Kaimhill Farm
Crosslee Road Passing under the dismantled Johnstone/Bridge of Weir railway line.
Crosslee Road
Passing under the dismantled Johnstone/Bridge of Weir railway line.
Winter Field
Winter Field
Kaimhill Farm Kilpatrick Hills in the distance.
Kaimhill Farm
Kilpatrick Hills in the distance.
Sports field, Linwood High School All weather surface. Approximately on the site of a triangulation pillar, long since destroyed.
Sports field, Linwood High School
All weather surface. Approximately on the site of a triangulation pillar, long since destroyed.
Concrete pillars, Linwood High School Near the school, what appears to be foundations for a temporary building.
Concrete pillars, Linwood High School
Near the school, what appears to be foundations for a temporary building.
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Craigends is located at Grid Ref: NS4166 (Lat: 55.861255, Lng: -4.529777)

Unitary Authority: Renfrewshire

Police Authority: Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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Craigends
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Wikidata: Q5181664
Wikipedia: en:Craigends
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Bus Stop
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