Glen Village

Settlement in Stirlingshire

Scotland

Glen Village

Boer War Memorial, Newmarket Street, Falkirk Credit: Ian S

Glen Village is a small settlement located in the region of Stirlingshire, central Scotland. Situated approximately 10 miles northwest of the historic city of Stirling, the village is nestled within the picturesque Glen Finglas, surrounded by stunning natural beauty and tranquility.

The village itself is comprised of a handful of residential properties, predominantly stone-built cottages, offering a quaint and traditional atmosphere. The residents of Glen Village enjoy a close-knit community, where neighbors often gather for village events and social activities. The area is known for its friendly and welcoming atmosphere, making it an ideal place for families and individuals seeking a peaceful and tight-knit community.

The village is surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, with rolling hills, lush forests, and a charming river that meanders through the glen. Glen Finglas is part of the larger Trossachs National Park, renowned for its outstanding natural beauty and abundant wildlife. Residents and visitors of Glen Village have the opportunity to explore the park through numerous walking trails, providing the perfect setting for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.

While Glen Village may be small in size, it benefits from its proximity to nearby amenities. The city of Stirling offers a range of shopping centers, restaurants, and leisure facilities, ensuring residents have access to all necessary services. Additionally, the village is well-connected by road, with easy access to major transportation routes, making it convenient for commuting or exploring the wider region.

In conclusion, Glen Village is a charming and scenic settlement in Stirlingshire, surrounded by stunning natural landscapes. With its close-knit community and access to nearby amenities, this village provides an idyllic retreat for those seeking a peaceful and picturesque place to call home.

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Glen Village Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.985317/-3.787433 or Grid Reference NS8878. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Boer War Memorial, Newmarket Street, Falkirk

Ian S

Newmarket Street, Falkirk

Ian S

Upper Newmarket Street, Falkirk

Ian S

The Carron Works Public House

A Wetherspoons pub on Bank Street, Falkirk.

Ian S

The Carron Works Public House

Ian S

Falkirk Telephone Exchange

On Kerse Street. Looking down from Floor 7 of the Callendar Square car park.

Richard Sutcliffe

Christ Church, Falkirk

A zoomed view from Floor 7 of the Callendar Square car park. The church is Category C listed Link

. In the distance is the Grangemouth Refinery.

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View from the car park

A zoomed view from Floor 7 of the Callendar Square car park. What at first glance looks like a church with a steeple is in fact just a large house with dormer windows on Weir Street. The steeple belongs to Grahamston United Church on Bute Street, much further away. In the far distance are the Ochil Hills.

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Falkirk Trinity Church of Scotland

The Category A listed Link

church, seen from Manse Place.

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Falkirk Trinity Church of Scotland

A Category A listed Link

church. There has been a church here since the 11th century, dedicated to St Modan, although nothing of this can be seen. The only part from the 15th century church which remains is the lower part of the tower (the upper octagonal belfry was built in 1738-41 by William Adam). The rest of the medieval church was demolished and rebuilt in 1810-11 to a design by James Gillespie Graham. There have been other later additions. See Canmore Link

for images of the interior, including stained glass windows.

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St Andrew's West church

The spire of St Andrews West church, by James Strang 1894-6. It is category C listed Link

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Falkirk Trinity Church of Scotland

A Category A listed Link

for images of the interior, including stained glass windows.

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Former Christian Institute

The former Christian Institute, by George Deas Page 1880-1 and an adjacent tenement with ground floor shops on Newmarket Street. They are both Category C listed Link

Link

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Upper Newmarket Street

Looking east.

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St Andrew's West church

The spire of St Andrews West church, by James Strang 1894-6. It is category C listed Link

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Rotary Club clock

The clock is located on Newmarket Street, just West of St Andrew's Church West. The plaque on the upright reads: PRESENTED BY THE ROTARY CLUB OF FALKIRK TO FALKIRK TOWN COUNCIL TO MARK THE GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY OF THE CLUB 1924-1974

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