High Possil

Settlement in Lanarkshire

Scotland

High Possil

Entrance to Bishopbriggs railway station Looking up a ramp leading from Bishopbriggs Cross to the railway station.
Entrance to Bishopbriggs railway station Credit: Andrew Reid

High Possil is a residential area located in the city of Glasgow, within the historic county of Lanarkshire, Scotland. Situated approximately four miles northwest of the city center, High Possil is bordered by Possilpark to the south and the affluent area of Maryhill to the east.

The area predominantly consists of mid-20th-century housing estates, with a mix of both public and private housing. The architecture is mostly comprised of traditional tenement buildings, which were popular during the period of industrial expansion in Scotland. High Possil offers a range of housing options, catering to diverse socio-economic backgrounds.

Despite being a predominantly residential area, High Possil has a few amenities to serve its residents. There are a few local shops, convenience stores, and small businesses scattered throughout the neighborhood. The area also boasts a community center, which offers various activities and services for the local residents.

For outdoor enthusiasts, High Possil benefits from its proximity to the nearby Possil Marsh, a nature reserve known for its wetland habitat and diverse wildlife. The marsh provides opportunities for leisurely walks, bird watching, and enjoying nature.

Transport links in High Possil are well-developed, with several bus routes connecting the area to the city center and surrounding regions. Additionally, nearby Maryhill train station provides access to further destinations in and around Glasgow.

Overall, High Possil is a residential community with a blend of housing options and convenient transport links, offering a peaceful suburban lifestyle within close proximity to Glasgow's amenities.

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High Possil Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.899954/-4.2552437 or Grid Reference NS5969. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Entrance to Bishopbriggs railway station Looking up a ramp leading from Bishopbriggs Cross to the railway station.
Entrance to Bishopbriggs railway station
Looking up a ramp leading from Bishopbriggs Cross to the railway station.
Bus on Kirkintilloch Road (A803) First Glasgow bus on Kirkintilloch Road (A803), having just left Bishopbriggs Cross with service 27B to Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station.
Bus on Kirkintilloch Road (A803)
First Glasgow bus on Kirkintilloch Road (A803), having just left Bishopbriggs Cross with service 27B to Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station.
Police Station, Bishopbriggs On Kirkintilloch Road.
Police Station, Bishopbriggs
On Kirkintilloch Road.
Bishopbriggs railway station Opened in 1842 by the Edinburgh and Glasgow Railway. View south west towards Glasgow Queen Street station.
Bishopbriggs railway station
Opened in 1842 by the Edinburgh and Glasgow Railway. View south west towards Glasgow Queen Street station.
Bishopbriggs railway station, Dunbartonshire Opened in 1842 by the Edinburgh and Glasgow Railway, later part of the North British Railway.
View north east towards Lenzie and Edinburgh just prior to electrification. For the same view some three years later, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5293335">NS6170 : Bishopbriggs railway station, Dunbartonshire</a>.
Bishopbriggs railway station, Dunbartonshire
Opened in 1842 by the Edinburgh and Glasgow Railway, later part of the North British Railway. View north east towards Lenzie and Edinburgh just prior to electrification. For the same view some three years later, see NS6170 : Bishopbriggs railway station, Dunbartonshire.
Bishopbriggs railway station Class 158 train number 158734 heading north out of the station.
Bishopbriggs railway station
Class 158 train number 158734 heading north out of the station.
Kirkintilloch Road Viewed from Bishopbriggs railway station.
Kirkintilloch Road
Viewed from Bishopbriggs railway station.
Bishopbriggs railway station Looking north from Platform 1.

Cmmpare with the same scene in 1961 <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1805647">NS6170 : Bishopbriggs Station</a>.
Bishopbriggs railway station
Looking north from Platform 1. Cmmpare with the same scene in 1961 NS6170 : Bishopbriggs Station.
Bishopbriggs railway station Looking south from Platform 1.
Bishopbriggs railway station
Looking south from Platform 1.
Crowhill Road A corrugated iron building near the railway line. See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3625016">NS6070 : Corrugated iron building</a>.
Crowhill Road
A corrugated iron building near the railway line. See also NS6070 : Corrugated iron building.
Bishopbriggs War Memorial A WWI and WWII memorial at the corner of Kirkintilloch Road and Kenmure Avenue.
Bishopbriggs War Memorial
A WWI and WWII memorial at the corner of Kirkintilloch Road and Kenmure Avenue.
Bishopbriggs railway station The entrance on Springfield Road at the junction of Kirkintilloch Road.
Bishopbriggs railway station
The entrance on Springfield Road at the junction of Kirkintilloch Road.
Bishopbriggs town centre The Cross Court off Kirkintiloch Road.
Bishopbriggs town centre
The Cross Court off Kirkintiloch Road.
Corrugated iron building On Crowhill road, near the railway station. See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3623122">NS6070 : Crowhill Road</a>.
Corrugated iron building
On Crowhill road, near the railway station. See also NS6070 : Crowhill Road.
Bishopbriggs railway station Looking south from the station footbridge on a Saturday afternoon.
Bishopbriggs railway station
Looking south from the station footbridge on a Saturday afternoon.
Bishopbriggs rooftops The view south from the railway station footbridge.
Bishopbriggs rooftops
The view south from the railway station footbridge.
Bishopbriggs Police Station Viewed from the railway station footbridge.
Bishopbriggs Police Station
Viewed from the railway station footbridge.
Corner of Kirkintilloch Rd & Springfield Road, Bishopbriggs
Corner of Kirkintilloch Rd & Springfield Road, Bishopbriggs
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High Possil is located at Grid Ref: NS5969 (Lat: 55.899954, Lng: -4.2552437)

Unitary Authority: City of Glasgow

Police Authority: Greater Glasgow

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Place Of Worship
Egilsay Church
Denomination: protestant
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High Possil
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Milton Community Nursery
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