Alloa, South

Settlement in Stirlingshire

Scotland

Alloa, South

One School Global Caledonia This is a regulated independent school with a strong Christian ethos. Viewed from The Pavilions on the edge of the square.
One School Global Caledonia Credit: Mary and Angus Hogg

Alloa is a small town located in the county of Clackmannanshire, South Stirlingshire, Scotland. Situated on the north bank of the River Forth, Alloa is positioned approximately 7 miles east of Stirling and 33 miles northwest of Edinburgh. The town covers an area of around 3 square miles and has a population of approximately 20,000 people.

Historically, Alloa was an important industrial center, known for its brewing and glass manufacturing industries. The town's rich history is evident in its architecture, with several well-preserved historical buildings, including the Alloa Tower, the largest surviving medieval tower in Scotland. Other notable landmarks include the Town Hall, which was built in the 1880s and now serves as a cultural venue.

Alloa has a vibrant community and offers a range of amenities and services to its residents. The town has several primary and secondary schools, ensuring quality education for its young population. There are also various leisure facilities, including parks, sports centers, and a swimming pool. Alloa Leisure Bowl, a popular entertainment complex, offers bowling, a cinema, and a restaurant.

The town benefits from good transportation links, with regular bus services connecting it to nearby towns and cities. The Alloa railway station, opened in 2008, provides direct train services to Stirling and Glasgow, thus enhancing connectivity for residents and commuters.

Overall, Alloa combines its rich history with modern amenities, making it an attractive place to live and visit in South Stirlingshire.

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One School Global Caledonia This is a regulated independent school with a strong Christian ethos. Viewed from The Pavilions on the edge of the square.
One School Global Caledonia
This is a regulated independent school with a strong Christian ethos. Viewed from The Pavilions on the edge of the square.
Avenue to Alloa Tower Avenue of trees lining the path to Alloa Tower with Tesco car park
Avenue to Alloa Tower
Avenue of trees lining the path to Alloa Tower with Tesco car park
Alloa Tower The fourteenth century tower now sits in a small park
Alloa Tower
The fourteenth century tower now sits in a small park
Alloa, St John the Evangelist
Alloa, St John the Evangelist
Alloa Tower Alloa Tower is one of the five historical sites on the Clackmannanshire Tower Trail. It dates back to the 14th century, with 16th, 17th and late 18th century alterations, and is one of the largest surviving tower houses in Scotland. The tower was home to the Erskine family who had strong links to the Scottish Crown. They looked after Mary Queen of Scots and James VI when they were children.
In 1988, a large-scale restoration project was carried out at the tower, which saved it from ruin. The tower is now in the care of the National Trust for Scotland. It is a Category A listed building.
Alloa Tower
Alloa Tower is one of the five historical sites on the Clackmannanshire Tower Trail. It dates back to the 14th century, with 16th, 17th and late 18th century alterations, and is one of the largest surviving tower houses in Scotland. The tower was home to the Erskine family who had strong links to the Scottish Crown. They looked after Mary Queen of Scots and James VI when they were children. In 1988, a large-scale restoration project was carried out at the tower, which saved it from ruin. The tower is now in the care of the National Trust for Scotland. It is a Category A listed building.
Kersie Terrace at South Alloa Looking southward towards the A905.
Kersie Terrace at South Alloa
Looking southward towards the A905.
Footpath between the River Forth and Ferry Road at South Alloa Looking north-eastward.
Footpath between the River Forth and Ferry Road at South Alloa
Looking north-eastward.
Demolished factory, South Alloa The remains of the Thermalite factory in South Alloa, destined for housing.
Demolished factory, South Alloa
The remains of the Thermalite factory in South Alloa, destined for housing.
Telephone box, South Alloa
Telephone box, South Alloa
Newly cultivated land near Throsk A lot of crops were late going in after a long cold spell during Spring.
Newly cultivated land near Throsk
A lot of crops were late going in after a long cold spell during Spring.
42 Glasshouse Loan House on the junction of Glasshouse Loan and Craigward, Alloa
42 Glasshouse Loan
House on the junction of Glasshouse Loan and Craigward, Alloa
Longcarse Farm A farmhouse at the western end of Kelliebank, Alloa. The lane leads on to gated access to Longcarse Farm Cottages.
Longcarse Farm
A farmhouse at the western end of Kelliebank, Alloa. The lane leads on to gated access to Longcarse Farm Cottages.
Reedbed and Tullibody Inch The main course of the River Forth to the right of the picture.
Reedbed and Tullibody Inch
The main course of the River Forth to the right of the picture.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Alloa I assume the man on the roof was doing repairs!
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Alloa
I assume the man on the roof was doing repairs!
The former Grange School Appears to have been set on fire at some time. Now being converted to housing.
The former Grange School
Appears to have been set on fire at some time. Now being converted to housing.
A street of two churches, Alloa On the left Alloa West Church dates from 1863-4 with additions of 1902-4.
In the centre of the picture St. Mungo's Parish Church dating from 1816-19.
A street of two churches, Alloa
On the left Alloa West Church dates from 1863-4 with additions of 1902-4. In the centre of the picture St. Mungo's Parish Church dating from 1816-19.
St. Mungo's Parish Church, Alloa Dates from 1816-19. The architect was James Gillespie Graham.
St. Mungo's Parish Church, Alloa
Dates from 1816-19. The architect was James Gillespie Graham.
Former Alloa Burgh School Dates from 1875-6. Architect: John Melvin
Former Alloa Burgh School
Dates from 1875-6. Architect: John Melvin
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Alloa, South is located at Grid Ref: NS8791 (Lat: 56.101531, Lng: -3.8091901)

Unitary Authority: Falkirk

Police Authority: Forth Valley

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