Climpy

Settlement in Lanarkshire

Scotland

Climpy

Junction of A706 and B7016 at Wilsontown
Junction of A706 and B7016 at Wilsontown Credit: Ian Murfitt

Climpy is a small village located in the county of Lanarkshire, Scotland. Situated approximately 4 miles northwest of the town of Lanark, Climpy is nestled among the picturesque rolling hills and lush green countryside that characterizes this region. With a population of around 300 residents, Climpy exudes a sense of tranquility and close-knit community.

The village is primarily residential, consisting of traditional stone-built houses and cottages. Many of these homes boast beautiful gardens, adding to the charm of the area. The surrounding landscape offers breathtaking views, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers. The nearby Climpy Reservoir provides a serene setting for fishing and boating activities.

Despite its small size, Climpy has a strong community spirit and is home to several community organizations and clubs. The village hall serves as a hub for various social events including fundraisers, dances, and local gatherings. The nearby primary school is an integral part of the community, providing education for the village's children.

Climpy benefits from its proximity to Lanark, where residents can access a wider range of amenities such as shops, supermarkets, and healthcare facilities. The village also enjoys good transportation links, with regular bus services connecting it to neighboring towns and cities.

Overall, Climpy offers a peaceful and idyllic rural lifestyle, perfect for those seeking a quiet escape from the bustle of city life. With its stunning natural surroundings and tight-knit community, Climpy is a hidden gem in the heart of Lanarkshire.

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Climpy Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.779256/-3.7096332 or Grid Reference NS9255. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Junction of A706 and B7016 at Wilsontown
Junction of A706 and B7016 at Wilsontown
Fire break in heathland Plantation near to Wilsontown
Fire break in heathland Plantation near to Wilsontown
Library, Forth Looking over Main Street towards the entrance to the library.
Library, Forth
Looking over Main Street towards the entrance to the library.
Climpy Industrial Park Six years on from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/168241">NS9353 : Climpy Industrial Park</a> and little seems to have changed other than a loss of electrons from the iron in the sign - i.e. it has rusted.
Climpy Industrial Park
Six years on from NS9353 : Climpy Industrial Park and little seems to have changed other than a loss of electrons from the iron in the sign - i.e. it has rusted.
Grassland, Greenwall Wet ground, quite high up near Forth. The Irvine's Bus had just left Forth.
Grassland, Greenwall
Wet ground, quite high up near Forth. The Irvine's Bus had just left Forth.
Mine workings, Climpy Depressions in a field, probably due to digging bell pits.
Mine workings, Climpy
Depressions in a field, probably due to digging bell pits.
Track of dismantled railway near Climpy The railway served the coal mines around Climpy and closed in 1964
Track of dismantled railway near Climpy
The railway served the coal mines around Climpy and closed in 1964
View from Blacklaw Windfarm visitor car park
View from Blacklaw Windfarm visitor car park
Black Law Wind Farm The eastern end of the wind farm on Hare Hill.
Black Law Wind Farm
The eastern end of the wind farm on Hare Hill.
Main Street, Forth Looking south along the A706, the main road from Lanark to Linlithgow.
Main Street, Forth
Looking south along the A706, the main road from Lanark to Linlithgow.
Forth Primary School A new Forth Primary School is being built behind this building. On completion of the new building the existing school will be demolished.
Forth Primary School
A new Forth Primary School is being built behind this building. On completion of the new building the existing school will be demolished.
Whitehouse Pavilion and War Memorial, Forth Next to Forth Sports and Community Centre.
Whitehouse Pavilion and War Memorial, Forth
Next to Forth Sports and Community Centre.
Main Street, Forth
Main Street, Forth
B715 Gladsmuir Hills: there is a 30mph speed limit here now due to wind farm construction.
B715
Gladsmuir Hills: there is a 30mph speed limit here now due to wind farm construction.
Grown out beech hedge At the entrance to the Black Law wind farm,
Grown out beech hedge
At the entrance to the Black Law wind farm,
Sergeant's Law The Midlothian / Lanarkshire county march (also South Lanarkshire / West Lothian council area boundary) on the Gladsmuir Hills. (B715).
Sergeant's Law
The Midlothian / Lanarkshire county march (also South Lanarkshire / West Lothian council area boundary) on the Gladsmuir Hills. (B715).
Access road, Black Law wind farm The main entrance off the B715.
Access road, Black Law wind farm
The main entrance off the B715.
Wind turbine, Climpy Opposite its many bigger brothers and sisters at Black Law.
Wind turbine, Climpy
Opposite its many bigger brothers and sisters at Black Law.
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Climpy is located at Grid Ref: NS9255 (Lat: 55.779256, Lng: -3.7096332)

Unitary Authority: South Lanarkshire

Police Authority: Lanarkshire

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