Salsburgh

Settlement in Lanarkshire

Scotland

Salsburgh

Rough grazing, Duntilland Hill
Rough grazing, Duntilland Hill Credit: Richard Webb

Salsburgh is a small village located in the county of Lanarkshire, Scotland. Situated approximately 20 miles east of Glasgow and 25 miles west of Edinburgh, it lies in the heart of the Central Belt, making it an ideal commuter location for those working in either city.

The village is home to a population of around 2,000 residents and is known for its peaceful and friendly atmosphere. Salsburgh offers a range of amenities including a primary school, a community center, a local convenience store, and a few small shops. For further shopping and leisure options, nearby towns such as Shotts and Airdrie provide a wider range of facilities.

Nature enthusiasts can enjoy the picturesque countryside surrounding Salsburgh, which offers ample opportunities for walking, cycling, and exploring the outdoors. The village is also well-connected to major road networks, with the M8 motorway just a short drive away, allowing for easy access to both Glasgow and Edinburgh.

Salsburgh has a rich history, with evidence of settlements dating back to the Neolithic period. The village is known for its traditional sandstone buildings, some of which have been preserved and add to the area's charm.

Overall, Salsburgh is a tranquil and close-knit community that offers a peaceful lifestyle within reach of major cities and natural beauty.

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Salsburgh Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.843492/-3.8742632 or Grid Reference NS8262. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Rough grazing, Duntilland Hill
Rough grazing, Duntilland Hill
Road over Duntilland Hill The trees in a woodland strip have come on a bit since <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3033230">NS8364 : Minor Road on Duntilland Hill</a>
Road over Duntilland Hill
The trees in a woodland strip have come on a bit since NS8364 : Minor Road on Duntilland Hill
Woodland edge, Duntilland Hill Edge of a recently planted stripwood.
Woodland edge, Duntilland Hill
Edge of a recently planted stripwood.
Black Hill television transmitters
Black Hill television transmitters
New transmitter mast, Black Hill The digital television transmitter  - seen under construction here <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1523221">NS8364 : Building the new Black Hill transmitter</a>
New transmitter mast, Black Hill
The digital television transmitter - seen under construction here NS8364 : Building the new Black Hill transmitter
Black Hill transmitters View from by Duntilland.
Black Hill transmitters
View from by Duntilland.
Duntilland Hill View across a young stripwood from the higher eastern summit. The mast has been stripped of its redundant microwave dishes, but is in use as a mobile telephone mast.
Duntilland Hill
View across a young stripwood from the higher eastern summit. The mast has been stripped of its redundant microwave dishes, but is in use as a mobile telephone mast.
Salsburgh View from Duntilland Hill
Salsburgh
View from Duntilland Hill
Dun Daugh
Dun Daugh
Welcome to Salsburgh On B7066 below Kirk o' Shotts Church which is represented on sign.

A similar structure has been built at west end of village. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4677273">NS8162 : Welcome to Salsburgh (from the west)</a>
Welcome to Salsburgh
On B7066 below Kirk o' Shotts Church which is represented on sign. A similar structure has been built at west end of village. NS8162 : Welcome to Salsburgh (from the west)
Welcome to Salsburgh (from the west) Sign at what is known as the 'Engine Bridge' on the B7066 (former A8) matching the one east of the village. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4665567">NS8463 : Welcome to Salsburgh</a>
Welcome to Salsburgh (from the west)
Sign at what is known as the 'Engine Bridge' on the B7066 (former A8) matching the one east of the village. NS8463 : Welcome to Salsburgh
Sunset  view View from Kirk o' Shotts over Salsburgh. Arran Hills on horizon.
Sunset view
View from Kirk o' Shotts over Salsburgh. Arran Hills on horizon.
The 'Riz' (reservoir) Memories of an area of open water behind a weir, all the way back to the slope on the right. 

Well silted up now but it was 45/50 years ago.
The 'Riz' (reservoir)
Memories of an area of open water behind a weir, all the way back to the slope on the right. Well silted up now but it was 45/50 years ago.
Salsburgh Moss With view to Riven Loch. Not woodland as shown on OS maps. 

Was drained in 1980's but these have been blocked to reinstate peat bog.
Salsburgh Moss
With view to Riven Loch. Not woodland as shown on OS maps. Was drained in 1980's but these have been blocked to reinstate peat bog.
Concrete Fenceposts Used to delineate boundaries along the course of A8 Glasgow-Edinburgh Road when it was constructed in 1930.
<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1250615">NS8162 : Double fence</a> 
<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1263781">NS9666 : View to Inchcross park</a>
Concrete Fenceposts
Used to delineate boundaries along the course of A8 Glasgow-Edinburgh Road when it was constructed in 1930. NS8162 : Double fence NS9666 : View to Inchcross park
B7066 approaching Salsburgh Former A8 Glasgow-Edinburgh road with its distinctive wide grass verge on one side. 
This used to be kept mown throughout the summer.
B7066 approaching Salsburgh
Former A8 Glasgow-Edinburgh road with its distinctive wide grass verge on one side. This used to be kept mown throughout the summer.
Fields beside the Shotts Burn at Salsburgh
Fields beside the Shotts Burn at Salsburgh
Transmitters at Salsburgh Duntilland Hill in the background.
Transmitters at Salsburgh
Duntilland Hill in the background.
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Salsburgh is located at Grid Ref: NS8262 (Lat: 55.843492, Lng: -3.8742632)

Unitary Authority: North Lanarkshire

Police Authority: Lanarkshire

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Located within 500m of 55.843492,-3.8742632
Crossing
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Salsburgh
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Post Office
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Check Date: 2020-02-20
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