Blashie Glen

Valley in Clackmannanshire

Scotland

Blashie Glen

Vicar's Bridge Road, Blairingone
Vicar's Bridge Road, Blairingone Credit: Richard Webb

Blashie Glen is a picturesque valley located in Clackmannanshire, Scotland. Nestled between the Ochil Hills, the glen offers stunning natural beauty and a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. The glen stretches for approximately 2 miles and is known for its lush greenery, diverse wildlife, and charming walking trails.

The glen is home to a variety of plant species, including native Scottish trees such as birch and oak. Wildflowers also bloom throughout the glen, adding vibrant colors to the landscape. The area's rich biodiversity attracts a wide range of wildlife, including deer, foxes, badgers, and numerous bird species.

Blashie Glen is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers, who can explore the well-maintained walking trails that wind through the valley. The trails offer breathtaking views of the surrounding hills and provide opportunities for birdwatching and wildlife spotting.

The glen also boasts a historic past, with remnants of ancient settlements and stone circles scattered throughout the area. Archaeological excavations have uncovered artifacts that date back to the Bronze Age, providing insight into the region's early inhabitants.

Visitors to Blashie Glen can enjoy a peaceful picnic amidst the natural beauty or simply relax and soak in the serene atmosphere. The glen's secluded location makes it an ideal spot for those seeking solitude and a connection with nature.

Overall, Blashie Glen in Clackmannanshire is a hidden gem, offering a unique blend of natural beauty, wildlife, and historical significance. It is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Scotland.

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Blashie Glen Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.153927/-3.6488788 or Grid Reference NS9796. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Vicar's Bridge Road, Blairingone
Vicar's Bridge Road, Blairingone
Blairingone End of Vicar's Bridge Road.
Blairingone
End of Vicar's Bridge Road.
Woodland edge, Blairingone Field beside Vicar's Bridge Road
Woodland edge, Blairingone
Field beside Vicar's Bridge Road
Vicar's Bridge Road, Blairingone The current edge of the village with new houses on the right.
Vicar's Bridge Road, Blairingone
The current edge of the village with new houses on the right.
View towards  Dollar View from Vicar's Bridge Road over the old railway, now a path towards Dollar and King's Seat Hill.
View towards Dollar
View from Vicar's Bridge Road over the old railway, now a path towards Dollar and King's Seat Hill.
Vicar's Bridge Road Descent to the bridge over the Devon with a view towards the Ochil Hills. The trees at the top of Hillfoot Hill are being felled.
Vicar's Bridge Road
Descent to the bridge over the Devon with a view towards the Ochil Hills. The trees at the top of Hillfoot Hill are being felled.
Vicar's Bridge to Dollar Road
Vicar's Bridge to Dollar Road
Eastern road out of Vicar's Bridge One of a pair of roads on the Perthshire side of the Devon. A road to Muckhart Mill leaves at the wood.
Eastern road out of Vicar's Bridge
One of a pair of roads on the Perthshire side of the Devon. A road to Muckhart Mill leaves at the wood.
View towards the Ochils From the eastern of the two roads on the north (Perthshire, Clachmannanshire council area) side of the Devon at Vicar's Bridge. The trees at the summit of Hillfoot Hill are being felled.
View towards the Ochils
From the eastern of the two roads on the north (Perthshire, Clachmannanshire council area) side of the Devon at Vicar's Bridge. The trees at the summit of Hillfoot Hill are being felled.
A977 near Blairingone
A977 near Blairingone
Dollar Museum The museum occupies the left-hand part of the building; unfortunately only open at weekends for a short period each day. The right-hand part of the building is residential; the diamond plaque above the door reads 'Castle Campbell Hall'.
Dollar Museum
The museum occupies the left-hand part of the building; unfortunately only open at weekends for a short period each day. The right-hand part of the building is residential; the diamond plaque above the door reads 'Castle Campbell Hall'.
Burnside House, Dollar 24 West Burnside, with a magnificent Clematis montana, and the former home of Lavinia Malcolm [1883-1910], First Woman Town Councillor and First Woman Provost in Scotland. For detail of the blue badge see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7164908">NS9698 : Blue badge for Lavinia Malcolm, Dollar</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7164909">NS9698 : Blue badge for Lavinia Malcolm, Dollar</a>.
Burnside House, Dollar
24 West Burnside, with a magnificent Clematis montana, and the former home of Lavinia Malcolm [1883-1910], First Woman Town Councillor and First Woman Provost in Scotland. For detail of the blue badge see NS9698 : Blue badge for Lavinia Malcolm, Dollar and NS9698 : Blue badge for Lavinia Malcolm, Dollar.
Blue badge for Lavinia Malcolm, Dollar At 24 West Burnside <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7164904">NS9698 : Burnside House, Dollar</a>, the former home of Lavinia Malcolm [1883-1910], First Woman Town Councillor and First Woman Provost in Scotland. The masonry style, with several smaller stones between larger ones is called Edinburgh bond, as I recall, but I'm open to correction.
Blue badge for Lavinia Malcolm, Dollar
At 24 West Burnside NS9698 : Burnside House, Dollar, the former home of Lavinia Malcolm [1883-1910], First Woman Town Councillor and First Woman Provost in Scotland. The masonry style, with several smaller stones between larger ones is called Edinburgh bond, as I recall, but I'm open to correction.
Blue badge for Lavinia Malcolm, Dollar At 24 West Burnside <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7164904">NS9698 : Burnside House, Dollar</a>, the former home of Lavinia Malcolm [1883-1910], First Woman Town Councillor and First Woman Provost in Scotland. The masonry style, with several smaller stones between larger ones is called Edinburgh bond, as I recall, but I'm open to correction.
Blue badge for Lavinia Malcolm, Dollar
At 24 West Burnside NS9698 : Burnside House, Dollar, the former home of Lavinia Malcolm [1883-1910], First Woman Town Councillor and First Woman Provost in Scotland. The masonry style, with several smaller stones between larger ones is called Edinburgh bond, as I recall, but I'm open to correction.
West Burnside, Dollar With the Dollar Burn on the right, and the Ochil Hills in mist and rain beyond.
West Burnside, Dollar
With the Dollar Burn on the right, and the Ochil Hills in mist and rain beyond.
Dollar Burn, looking across to East Burnside The clumps of white flowers are Wild Garlic or Ramsons [Allium ursinum].
Dollar Burn, looking across to East Burnside
The clumps of white flowers are Wild Garlic or Ramsons [Allium ursinum].
Replanted trees, Solsgirth
Replanted trees, Solsgirth
Minor road near Blairingone
Minor road near Blairingone
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Blashie Glen is located at Grid Ref: NS9796 (Lat: 56.153927, Lng: -3.6488788)

Unitary Authority: Clackmannanshire

Police Authority: Forth Valley

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