Cairns

Settlement in Lanarkshire

Scotland

Cairns

Path through meadow Informal path through formerly grazed field
Path through meadow Credit: Jim Smillie

Cairns is a small village located in the county of Lanarkshire, Scotland. Situated approximately 10 miles southeast of Glasgow, it lies on the eastern bank of the River Clyde. With a population of around 2,000 residents, Cairns offers a peaceful and close-knit community atmosphere.

The village is known for its picturesque surroundings, surrounded by lush green fields and rolling hills. The nearby Clyde Valley provides a beautiful backdrop, offering residents and visitors stunning views and ample opportunities for outdoor activities.

Cairns boasts a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to prehistoric times. The village has several historical landmarks, including the ruins of the 13th-century Cairns Castle, which played a crucial role in Scotland's turbulent past. The village also features a charming old church that dates back to the 19th century.

Despite its small size, Cairns offers a range of amenities to cater to its residents. There are local shops, a primary school, and a community center that hosts various events and activities throughout the year. The village is well-connected to the surrounding areas, with regular bus services and easy access to major roads.

For those seeking a slower pace of life and a tight-knit community, Cairns in Lanarkshire provides an ideal setting. The village's natural beauty, rich history, and friendly atmosphere make it a wonderful place to call home.

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Cairns Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.81158/-4.1463545 or Grid Reference NS6559. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Path through meadow Informal path through formerly grazed field
Path through meadow
Informal path through formerly grazed field
Hallside field 2022 Grown wilder since 2016 <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4875858">NS6759 : Hallside lands</a>
Hallside field 2022
Grown wilder since 2016 NS6759 : Hallside lands
Cattle near Flemington Farm Rough grazing in a field next to the minor road to East Kilbride.
Cattle near Flemington Farm
Rough grazing in a field next to the minor road to East Kilbride.
Cycle lane on the A724 Passing the site of the Bardykes Colliery on the left. The colliery opened in 1874 and closed in 1962.
Cycle lane on the A724
Passing the site of the Bardykes Colliery on the left. The colliery opened in 1874 and closed in 1962.
Footpath in Drumsargad Drumsagard Village is a new construction established after the closure of the nearby Hallside Steelworks in 1979 and is built around the site of  Drumsagard Castle. The footpath is separated by bushes from Hallside Boulevard, the main road through the development.
Footpath in Drumsargad
Drumsagard Village is a new construction established after the closure of the nearby Hallside Steelworks in 1979 and is built around the site of Drumsagard Castle. The footpath is separated by bushes from Hallside Boulevard, the main road through the development.
Manse Brae Closed to traffic it is now a walking and cycling route between Hamilton Road and Hallside Road. The Manse was for the U.P. Church and the building still exists at the Hamilton Road end of the brae.
Manse Brae
Closed to traffic it is now a walking and cycling route between Hamilton Road and Hallside Road. The Manse was for the U.P. Church and the building still exists at the Hamilton Road end of the brae.
Minor road near Gilbertfield Castle ruins The ruins are off to the left and Dechmont Rifle Ranges are off to the right.
Minor road near Gilbertfield Castle ruins
The ruins are off to the left and Dechmont Rifle Ranges are off to the right.
St Cadoc's church, Halfway, Cambuslang A brick built church in a housing estate. The church opened in 1955.
St Cadoc's church, Halfway, Cambuslang
A brick built church in a housing estate. The church opened in 1955.
Views towards Gilbertfield Castle <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gilbertfield_Castle" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gilbertfield_Castle">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>

Gilbertfield Castle is a ruined 17th-century castle in South Lanarkshire, Scotland. It is located at NS652587, on the north slope of Dechmont Hill, just outside Cambuslang, to the south-east of Glasgow.
Views towards Gilbertfield Castle
LinkExternal link Gilbertfield Castle is a ruined 17th-century castle in South Lanarkshire, Scotland. It is located at NS652587, on the north slope of Dechmont Hill, just outside Cambuslang, to the south-east of Glasgow.
Dechmont Rifle Range
Dechmont Rifle Range
Location of Cut Mark - Dechmont Rifle Range, Building <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm174463" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm174463">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>
Location of Cut Mark - Dechmont Rifle Range, Building
Cut Mark - Dechmont Rifle Range, Building <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm174463" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm174463">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>
Cut Mark - Dechmont Rifle Range, Building
Dechmont Hill Trig Point Flush Bracket S3608
Dechmont Hill Trig Point Flush Bracket S3608
Turnlaw Trig Point Flush Bracket S3650
Turnlaw Trig Point Flush Bracket S3650
Turnlaw Road, Greenlees The road is closed to all vehicles except for farm vehicles and is used by walkers and cyclists.
Turnlaw Road, Greenlees
The road is closed to all vehicles except for farm vehicles and is used by walkers and cyclists.
Turnlaw Road at East Greenlees Road The road is closed to all vehicles except for farm vehicles and is used by walkers and cyclists.
Turnlaw Road at East Greenlees Road
The road is closed to all vehicles except for farm vehicles and is used by walkers and cyclists.
View to Back o'Hill Derelict cottage, vintage c.1920
View to Back o'Hill
Derelict cottage, vintage c.1920
Back o'Hill Cottage (Derelict) Close up view.
Back o'Hill Cottage (Derelict)
Close up view.
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Cairns is located at Grid Ref: NS6559 (Lat: 55.81158, Lng: -4.1463545)

Unitary Authority: South Lanarkshire

Police Authority: Lanarkshire

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///wishes.fans.pocket. Near Cambuslang, South Lanarkshire

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Opposite No 65 Mill Road
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Langcroft Drive
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Oak Drive
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Wellside Drive
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Trinity Drive
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Fernbank Avenue
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Halfway
Place: suburb
Wikidata: Q5641918
Wikipedia: en:Halfway, South Lanarkshire
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Crossing
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Street Lamp
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Noexit: yes
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Noexit: yes
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Restaurant
The Velvet Bar and Grill
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