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Castle Glen

Valley in Stirlingshire

Scotland

Castle Glen

Allandale Cottages The northern side of a neat row of workers' cottages on the B816 - here there are 46 in four blocks. They were built in 1907 by John G Stein to house workers from his nearby Castlecary Fireclay Works <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NS+7978">NS 7978</a>. They were named after his son, Allan. Built from red sandstone, with pitched slate roofs, the S row cottages are similar, but without the dormer windows. For a closer view see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6194373">NS8078 : Allandale Cottages</a>. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/150976/castlecary-allandale-cottages" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/150976/castlecary-allandale-cottages">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>. The '5 mph Play Street 8am to sunset except for access' refers to the road at the back of the cottages <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6194381">NS8078 : Allandale Cottages - Play Street</a>, not the one in view!
Allandale Cottages Credit: M J Richardson

Castle Glen is a picturesque valley located in Stirlingshire, Scotland. Situated amidst the stunning landscape of the Scottish Highlands, this valley offers a serene and enchanting atmosphere that attracts visitors from near and far.

The valley is named after the magnificent Castle Glen, a historic fortress that dates back to the 14th century. The castle, with its impressive architecture and rich history, stands proudly at the heart of the valley, overlooking the surrounding countryside. It serves as a reminder of the area's ancient past and provides a glimpse into the region's fascinating heritage.

The lush greenery and rolling hills that surround Castle Glen create a breathtaking backdrop for visitors to enjoy. The valley is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts. Hiking trails and walking paths crisscross the valley, allowing visitors to explore the area's natural beauty at their own pace.

In addition to its natural wonders, Castle Glen offers a range of activities for outdoor enthusiasts. Fishing enthusiasts can try their luck in the nearby rivers and streams, while golfers can tee off at the well-known golf courses in the area. The valley is also a popular destination for wildlife spotting, with deer, birds, and other creatures frequently spotted in the area.

For those looking to immerse themselves in the local culture, nearby villages offer charming shops, traditional pubs, and cozy accommodations. Visitors can sample local delicacies and experience the warm hospitality of the locals.

Overall, Castle Glen is a hidden gem in Stirlingshire, offering a perfect blend of natural beauty, historical significance, and outdoor activities. Whether you're seeking tranquility or adventure, this valley has something to offer for everyone.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.977257/-3.9456081 or Grid Reference NS7877. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Allandale Cottages The northern side of a neat row of workers' cottages on the B816 - here there are 46 in four blocks. They were built in 1907 by John G Stein to house workers from his nearby Castlecary Fireclay Works <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NS+7978">NS 7978</a>. They were named after his son, Allan. Built from red sandstone, with pitched slate roofs, the S row cottages are similar, but without the dormer windows. For a closer view see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6194373">NS8078 : Allandale Cottages</a>. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/150976/castlecary-allandale-cottages" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/150976/castlecary-allandale-cottages">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>. The '5 mph Play Street 8am to sunset except for access' refers to the road at the back of the cottages <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6194381">NS8078 : Allandale Cottages - Play Street</a>, not the one in view!
Allandale Cottages
The northern side of a neat row of workers' cottages on the B816 - here there are 46 in four blocks. They were built in 1907 by John G Stein to house workers from his nearby Castlecary Fireclay Works NS 7978. They were named after his son, Allan. Built from red sandstone, with pitched slate roofs, the S row cottages are similar, but without the dormer windows. For a closer view see NS8078 : Allandale Cottages. LinkExternal link. The '5 mph Play Street 8am to sunset except for access' refers to the road at the back of the cottages NS8078 : Allandale Cottages - Play Street, not the one in view!
Allandale Cottages The northern side of a neat row of workers' cottages on the B816 - here there are 46 in four blocks. They were built in 1907 by John G Stein to house workers from his nearby Castlecary Fireclay Works <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NS+7978">NS 7978</a>. They were named after his son, Allan. Built from red sandstone, with pitched slate roofs, the S row cottages are similar, but without the dormer windows. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/150976/castlecary-allandale-cottages" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/150976/castlecary-allandale-cottages">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>. For a longer view see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6194370">NS8078 : Allandale Cottages</a>.
Allandale Cottages
The northern side of a neat row of workers' cottages on the B816 - here there are 46 in four blocks. They were built in 1907 by John G Stein to house workers from his nearby Castlecary Fireclay Works NS 7978. They were named after his son, Allan. Built from red sandstone, with pitched slate roofs, the S row cottages are similar, but without the dormer windows. LinkExternal link. For a longer view see NS8078 : Allandale Cottages.
Allandale Cottages - Play Street The rear of the cottages pictured in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6194373">NS8078 : Allandale Cottages</a>. Parking spaces alternate with lawns and drying greens, and the strip coincides with the course of the Antonine Wall; immediately to the left of the trees is the Forth & Clyde Canal.
Allandale Cottages - Play Street
The rear of the cottages pictured in NS8078 : Allandale Cottages. Parking spaces alternate with lawns and drying greens, and the strip coincides with the course of the Antonine Wall; immediately to the left of the trees is the Forth & Clyde Canal.
B816: Allandale Allandale Cottage built for workers at John G. Stein brickworks
B816: Allandale
Allandale Cottage built for workers at John G. Stein brickworks
Cruising the canal Heading west between locks 17 & 18
Cruising the canal
Heading west between locks 17 & 18
Castlecary Viaduct from the A80
Castlecary Viaduct from the A80
Cumbernauld, Walton Burn Flowing through a gully next to Abronhill's ring road a fairly wide burn. Note the ochre seeping from the sandstone.
Cumbernauld, Walton Burn
Flowing through a gully next to Abronhill's ring road a fairly wide burn. Note the ochre seeping from the sandstone.
Castlecary, Millennium Bridge Carries the Glasgow to Stirling road A/M80 over the Forth & Clyde Canal.
Castlecary, Millennium Bridge
Carries the Glasgow to Stirling road A/M80 over the Forth & Clyde Canal.
Forth & Clyde Canal, Castlecary bridge This new bridge (built 2000) replaced a swing bridge which carried the old Glasgow to Stirling trunk road prior to the building of the A80 dual carriageway nearby. See RCAHMS record <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://canmore.rcahms.gov.uk/en/site/90344/details/castlecary+swing+bridge+forth+and+clyde+canal/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://canmore.rcahms.gov.uk/en/site/90344/details/castlecary+swing+bridge+forth+and+clyde+canal/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Forth & Clyde Canal, Castlecary bridge
This new bridge (built 2000) replaced a swing bridge which carried the old Glasgow to Stirling trunk road prior to the building of the A80 dual carriageway nearby. See RCAHMS record LinkExternal link
Castlecary, farm track Runs along the southern side of the Forth & Clyde Canal.
Castlecary, farm track
Runs along the southern side of the Forth & Clyde Canal.
Forth & Clyde Canal, ruins Adjacent to lock 19 these maybe the foundations of a lock keeper's dwelling.
Forth & Clyde Canal, ruins
Adjacent to lock 19 these maybe the foundations of a lock keeper's dwelling.
Forth & Clyde Canal, lock 19
Forth & Clyde Canal, lock 19
Forth & Clyde Canal, lock 19 Looking westward. Like other locks on this canal this one doubles as a weir draining excess water from the summit level.
Forth & Clyde Canal, lock 19
Looking westward. Like other locks on this canal this one doubles as a weir draining excess water from the summit level.
Forth & Clyde Canal, lock 19 Looking eastward.
Forth & Clyde Canal, lock 19
Looking eastward.
Castlecary bridge View from the east. See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2350935">NS7878 : Forth & Clyde Canal, Castlecary bridge</a>
Castlecary bridge
View from the east. See also NS7878 : Forth & Clyde Canal, Castlecary bridge
Castlecary, land engineering works Excavation of drainage channel and suds ponds to take surface water from the adjacent motorway under construction. After filtering through two ponds it will be channelled into the Bonny Water. Let's hope it works.
Castlecary, land engineering works
Excavation of drainage channel and suds ponds to take surface water from the adjacent motorway under construction. After filtering through two ponds it will be channelled into the Bonny Water. Let's hope it works.
Castlecary, Millennium bridge As the Forth & Clyde canal passes under.
Castlecary, Millennium bridge
As the Forth & Clyde canal passes under.
Woodneuk aqueduct and Red Burn Everything you see in this photo is man made - including the river. The aqueduct, built in 1770 carries the Forth & Clyde canal. The canal Resident Engineer, Robert Mackell, under pressure to trim costs diverted the Red Burn from its natural route which went north-west to join the Bonny Water to a directly northern course to enable a shorter span for the aqueduct over the river.
Woodneuk aqueduct and Red Burn
Everything you see in this photo is man made - including the river. The aqueduct, built in 1770 carries the Forth & Clyde canal. The canal Resident Engineer, Robert Mackell, under pressure to trim costs diverted the Red Burn from its natural route which went north-west to join the Bonny Water to a directly northern course to enable a shorter span for the aqueduct over the river.
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Castle Glen is located at Grid Ref: NS7877 (Lat: 55.977257, Lng: -3.9456081)

Unitary Authority: Falkirk

Police Authority: Forth Valley

What 3 Words

///debt.squeaking.absent. Near Banknock, Falkirk

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Located within 500m of 55.977257,-3.9456081
Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.9792805/-3.940672
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Castlecary
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Lat/Long: 55.9751211/-3.94425
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Wardpark, Castlecary Road before Tollpark Road
Bus: yes
Departures Board: timetable
Naptan AtcoCode: 61601344
Naptan NaptanCode: 65236397
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Lat/Long: 55.9762735/-3.9526439
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Wardpark, Castlecary Road opp Tollpark Road
Bus: yes
Departures Board: timetable
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Naptan NaptanCode: 65237254
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Lat/Long: 55.9757279/-3.9530948
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Castlecary, Castlecary Road opp Garnhill Farm Road
Bus: yes
Departures Board: timetable
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Naptan NaptanCode: 65235353
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Lat/Long: 55.977458/-3.9506658
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Castlecary, Castlecary Road opp Castle Court
Bus: yes
Departures Board: timetable
Naptan AtcoCode: 61601342
Naptan NaptanCode: 65232329
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Lat/Long: 55.9783638/-3.9495704
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Bus Stop
Castlecary, Castlecary Road opp Castlecary House Hotel
Bus: yes
Departures Board: timetable
Naptan AtcoCode: 61601341
Naptan NaptanCode: 65236849
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Castlecary, Castlecary Road at Castlecary House Hotel
Bus: yes
Departures Board: timetable
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Collection Plate: CP7D
Collection Plate Date: 2022-09-21
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Design: LB3426
Post Box Mounting: pier
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: G68 11D
Royal Cypher: scottish_crown
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