Ruchazie

Settlement in Lanarkshire

Scotland

Ruchazie

Limestone outcrop Outcrop of carboniferous limestone between Riddrie Knowes and Gogar Street. — Limestone outcrop Credit: Rosalind Mitchell

Ruchazie is a residential area located in the eastern part of Glasgow, Scotland. It falls within the jurisdiction of the city council of Glasgow and is situated in the historic county of Lanarkshire. The neighborhood is bordered by the communities of Carntyne, Cranhill, and Garthamlock.

Originally developed in the mid-20th century, Ruchazie is predominantly made up of public housing schemes, with a mix of high-rise and low-rise buildings. The area has seen significant redevelopment efforts in recent years, with many of the older properties being replaced with modern, energy-efficient housing units.

Ruchazie is home to a diverse population, with a mix of families, young professionals, and older residents. The area offers a range of amenities to cater to the needs of its residents, including several primary schools, a community center, a library, and various local shops and supermarkets. There are also several parks and green spaces, providing recreational opportunities for residents.

Transportation in Ruchazie is well-served by buses, with regular services connecting the area to Glasgow city center and other nearby neighborhoods. The area is also easily accessible by car, with good road connections to the M8 motorway and the wider Glasgow area.

Overall, Ruchazie offers a quiet and affordable residential environment, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a suburban lifestyle within easy reach of the amenities and employment opportunities of Glasgow city center.

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Ruchazie Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.872721/-4.1652971 or Grid Reference NS6466. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Limestone outcrop

Outcrop of carboniferous limestone between Riddrie Knowes and Gogar Street.

Rosalind Mitchell

Riddrie Knowes

Sandstone villas.

Rosalind Mitchell

Riddrie Knowes

Looking eastwards

Rosalind Mitchell

Riddrie Knowes

Although the square is dominated by twentieth-century social housing, Riddrie Knowes is an enclave of older and more afflent private development, exhibiting a variety of styles.

Rosalind Mitchell

Riddrie Knowes

And round the corner into Riddrie Crescent.

Rosalind Mitchell

Riddrie Knowes

Bungalows.

Rosalind Mitchell

Riddrie Knowes

More typical housing further east on Riddrie Knowes.

Rosalind Mitchell

Frankfield Loch

The source of the Molendinar Burn.

Robert Murray

Hogganfield Park Local Nature Reserve

Hogganfield Park was declared a Local Nature Reserve in 1998. Small ponds and marsh have been created on the eastern side of the Reserve. They are particularly attractive in summer with the flag iris, reedmace (seen here) and rushes. A wide variety of birds and other wildlife can be seen within the LNR. Hogganfield Loch can be seen in the distance, as can the Red Road Flats beyond.

Richard Sutcliffe

Mute Swan, Hogganfield Park Local Nature Reserve

Richard Sutcliffe

Glasgow City : The M80 Motorway

Heading into the city of Glasgow along the M80.

Lewis Clarke

Glasgow City : The M80 Motorway

Looking along the M80 as it heads underneath a bridge carrying the B765.

Lewis Clarke