Dalmonach

Settlement in Dunbartonshire

Scotland

Dalmonach

Balloch Road, Alexandria Credit: Alpin Stewart

Dalmonach is a small village located in the council area of Dunbartonshire, Scotland. Situated on the banks of the River Leven, it lies approximately 2 miles southeast of the town of Alexandria and 19 miles northwest of Glasgow. With a population of around 1,200 residents, Dalmonach offers a peaceful and close-knit community atmosphere.

The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside, with rolling hills and stunning views of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park nearby. Nature enthusiasts can enjoy various outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and birdwatching in the surrounding area.

Dalmonach has limited amenities, but residents have easy access to services in Alexandria and nearby Balloch. The village is served by regular bus routes, providing convenient transportation links to the wider region.

Historically, Dalmonach was known for its textile industry, with several mills operating along the River Leven. Although the mills have now been repurposed or demolished, the village's industrial heritage is still evident.

The local schools in Dalmonach provide education for young residents, ensuring a strong sense of community within the village. Additionally, the area boasts a number of historical landmarks, including the nearby ruins of Balloch Castle and the enchanting gardens at Geilston House.

Overall, Dalmonach offers a tranquil setting for those seeking a peaceful retreat while still having access to larger towns and the natural beauty of the surrounding Scottish landscape.

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Dalmonach Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.98773/-4.571834 or Grid Reference NS3980. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Balloch Road, Alexandria

Alpin Stewart

Yet ANOTHER photo of Christie Park, Alexandria!

Christie Park, Alexandria

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Christie Park, Alexandria

An Autumn day in the park.

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The Stables Restaurant & Bar

This family-run restaurant is situated on the northeast side of Carrochan Road, Balloch (A813), half way between Balloch and Jamestown. It was originally known as the "Roundabout Inn". It closed indefinitely in autumn 2022.

Pete Marrison

Postbox Dalvait Rd, Balloch

This Postbox was on the pavement outside the Well Pharmacy on Dalvait Rd, Balloch. It was removed (2020) after the Post Office was moved from Dalvait Rd to the Co-op Store, Carrochan Rd, Balloch.

Pete Marrison

Esso Filling Station

This Filling Station was at the east end of Balloch Bridge opposite the then “Balloch Hotel”. The Filling Station was demolished in 2007 and the Riverside Apartments NS3981 : Riverside Apartments, Balloch were built on the same site. Locally the filling station was often referred to as “Lynn’s Garage” acknowledging its previous ownership and usage.

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Riverside Apartments, Balloch

These apartments with commercial space at ground level are at the east end of Balloch Bridge opposite the “Balloch House Hotel”. The site was formerly occupied by an Esso filling station NS3981 : Esso Filling Station.

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Beechwood, Balloch Road, Balloch

This cottage is adjacent to the Balloch Bus Stance. Up until the late 1990s it was used by the Royal Bank of Scotland, opening mornings only. For many years, in front of the bay window, there has been a stone blade-sharpener, mounted on its wooden trestle.

Pete Marrison

Demolished Garage

J. Methven Motors was compulsorily purchased in 1998 and demolished to make way for the entrance road to the proposed Lomond Shores. The yard and repair workshops were on the land now occupied by Marston’s “Queen of the Loch” hotel NS3881 : The Queen of the Loch The triangular road junction at that time was replaced by a roundabout. The Chinese Rose restaurant, the Queen of the Loch hotel and the three-storey white painted Laudervale Garden apartments, surround the roundabout. This photo was taken in 1982. Petrol prices are shown as 36p per litre and 163p per gallon. To promote diesel fuel, which the Government told us was cleaner than petrol, the price was lower at 151.9p per gallon. Unleaded had not yet arrived. The garage had a car sales franchise with Austin Rover. This was the then title of the British motor manufacture’s lexicon of names going through Austin, Morris, MG, Wolsley, Riley, Jaguar, Land Rover, British Leyland, BMH Ltd, BMC and ending in 2000 as Rover Group. (Forgive me if I have missed a few). Its best seller in 1982 was the Metro. The Maestro came a year later.

Pete Marrison

Visiting Black Swan

Native to southern parts of the Australian mainland and Tasmania, black swans are normally slightly smaller than our native white swans, but not afraid of their larger cousins. This one appeared, without a mate for several months in 1998 in the River Leven and has not appeared again. Maybe it had escaped from a private collection.

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Balloch Road approaching Balloch Bridge, Balloch

The western approach, seen from the entrance to the car park by the bank of the River Leven.

Richard Vince

Steps to riverside path, Balloch

From the car park immediately north west of Balloch Bridge, part of which is in visible in the centre of the picture.

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Pier Road, Balloch

Looking towards the pier from just north of Balloch Road.

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Balloch Road, Balloch (1)

Looking towards the western edge of the village from near the junction with Pier Road, with the hills rising in the distance.

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Balloch Road, Balloch (2)

Looking towards the railway station and Balloch Bridge from close to the junction with Pier Road (left foreground).

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River Leven, Balloch

Looking downstream from Balloch Bridge towards Lomond Bridge. This part of the river is home to a marina, which appears very popular judging by this picture.

Richard Vince

A82 Renton Bypass

Steven Brown

Glen Alwyn and Carmirdal

These two cottages sit behind the former Tullichewan North Lodge gate-piers on Old Luss Road, Balloch. Glen Alwyn, on the right, is a Grade B listed building. Like the original Tulliechewan Castle, it was designed by Robert Lugar.

Pete Marrison

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Dalmonach is located at Grid Ref: NS3980 (Lat: 55.98773, Lng: -4.571834)

Unitary Authority: West Dunbartonshire

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire