Crookfur

Settlement in Renfrewshire

Scotland

Crookfur

The Avenue Shopping Centre Newton Mearns
The Avenue Shopping Centre Newton Mearns Credit: Josie Campbell

Crookfur is a small residential area located in Renfrewshire, Scotland. Situated approximately 10 miles southwest of the city of Glasgow, it is a peaceful and suburban neighborhood.

The area is primarily composed of housing developments, offering a mix of detached and semi-detached houses, as well as some apartment complexes. Crookfur is known for its well-maintained streets and attractive green spaces, providing a pleasant environment for residents.

Crookfur is conveniently located near several amenities. With a range of local shops and supermarkets, residents have easy access to everyday necessities. In addition, there are several schools in the area, making it an ideal place for families with children.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Crookfur offers various recreational opportunities. The nearby Rouken Glen Park is a popular destination, boasting beautiful gardens, woodland walks, and a large pond. The park also hosts events throughout the year, including fairs and concerts, attracting visitors from surrounding areas. Moreover, the area is surrounded by picturesque countryside, making it a great spot for nature lovers and hikers.

Transportation in Crookfur is well-served by several bus routes, providing connections to nearby towns and the city of Glasgow. The area is also easily accessible by car, with convenient links to major roads and motorways.

Overall, Crookfur offers a peaceful and family-friendly environment with a range of amenities and outdoor activities, making it a desirable place to live in Renfrewshire.

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Crookfur Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.781321/-4.328849 or Grid Reference NS5456. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Avenue Shopping Centre Newton Mearns
The Avenue Shopping Centre Newton Mearns
Newton Mearns Baptist Church
Newton Mearns Baptist Church
The Avenue Shopping Centre
The Avenue Shopping Centre
M77 going north before Junction 3 You can see Glasgow in the distance
M77 going north before Junction 3
You can see Glasgow in the distance
Stewartson Road after rain Always seems to rain when in Scotland
Stewartson Road after rain
Always seems to rain when in Scotland
Small Woods off Rodgers Avenue
Small Woods off Rodgers Avenue
Play area, Meadow Rise
Play area, Meadow Rise
Motorway traffic Looking south along the M77 near Newton Mearns.
Motorway traffic
Looking south along the M77 near Newton Mearns.
Waulkmill Glen viaduct and Ryatt Linn outflow The photo looks from the north end of the Ryatt Linn reservoir towards the railway viaduct that carries the Neilston line trains over the Waulkmill Glen reservoir. The outflow from the Ryatt Linn reservoir is in the foreground at left.
Waulkmill Glen viaduct and Ryatt Linn outflow
The photo looks from the north end of the Ryatt Linn reservoir towards the railway viaduct that carries the Neilston line trains over the Waulkmill Glen reservoir. The outflow from the Ryatt Linn reservoir is in the foreground at left.
Rough ground north of Waulkmill Glen Reservoir The photo looks north over the unused, boggy, reedy ground north of Waulkmill Glen Reservoir. Blocks of flats in Pollok are visible through the gap in the line of trees.
Rough ground north of Waulkmill Glen Reservoir
The photo looks north over the unused, boggy, reedy ground north of Waulkmill Glen Reservoir. Blocks of flats in Pollok are visible through the gap in the line of trees.
Ornamental Shelter in Rouken Glen Park Between the visitor centre and the boating lake.
Ornamental Shelter in Rouken Glen Park
Between the visitor centre and the boating lake.
Rouken Glen Park Path leading to the boating lake.
Rouken Glen Park
Path leading to the boating lake.
Weir on the Auldhouse Burn in Rouken Glen Park Only just up river from the main waterfall. From the bridge in the photograph you can observe the weir to the left and the waterfall to the right.
Weir on the Auldhouse Burn in Rouken Glen Park
Only just up river from the main waterfall. From the bridge in the photograph you can observe the weir to the left and the waterfall to the right.
Waterfall on the Auldhouse Burn in Rouken Glen Park The bridge in the background separates the weir and the waterfall.
Waterfall on the Auldhouse Burn in Rouken Glen Park
The bridge in the background separates the weir and the waterfall.
Footbridge over the Auldhouse Burn in Rouken Glen Park A few hundred yards down river from the main waterfall.
Footbridge over the Auldhouse Burn in Rouken Glen Park
A few hundred yards down river from the main waterfall.
Small Weir on the Auldhouse Burn in Rouken Glen Park A few hundred yards down river from the main waterfall.
Small Weir on the Auldhouse Burn in Rouken Glen Park
A few hundred yards down river from the main waterfall.
Mearns Castle High School Mearns Castle High School is a secondary school situated on Waterfoot Road in Newton Mearns.
Mearns Castle High School
Mearns Castle High School is a secondary school situated on Waterfoot Road in Newton Mearns.
Mearns Castle Trig Point The trig point is situated beside Mearns Castle High School and from here there is a good view over Newton Mearns towards the Campsie Fells in the distance.
Mearns Castle Trig Point
The trig point is situated beside Mearns Castle High School and from here there is a good view over Newton Mearns towards the Campsie Fells in the distance.
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Crookfur is located at Grid Ref: NS5456 (Lat: 55.781321, Lng: -4.328849)

Unitary Authority: East Renfrewshire

Police Authority: Greater Glasgow

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