Airth

Settlement in Stirlingshire

Scotland

Airth

B9124, Westfield Stirlingshire cause land — B9124, Westfield Credit: Richard Webb

Airth is a small village located in the county of Stirlingshire, Scotland. Situated on the banks of the River Forth, it lies approximately 8 miles northeast of Falkirk and 7 miles west of Alloa. With a population of around 1,500 residents, Airth is known for its picturesque setting and historic landmarks.

One of the notable features of Airth is Airth Castle, a stunning 14th-century fortress that has been converted into a luxury hotel. The castle, with its imposing towers and stunning gardens, attracts visitors from near and far. Another architectural gem in the village is the Airth Parish Church, a beautiful 19th-century sandstone building that adds to the village's charm.

Airth's history can be traced back to the Roman times, as it was strategically situated along the Antonine Wall, a Roman fortification which marked the northernmost frontier of the Roman Empire. Today, visitors can still explore remnants of the wall nearby, providing a glimpse into the area's ancient past.

The village offers a range of amenities for its residents, including a primary school, a medical practice, and several shops and eateries. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and fishing. The nearby Forth Valley offers stunning views and is a haven for nature lovers.

Overall, Airth is a quaint village with a rich history and a close-knit community. Its scenic beauty, historic landmarks, and access to the natural landscape make it an appealing destination for tourists and a peaceful place to call home.

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Airth Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.068537/-3.770206 or Grid Reference NS8987. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

B9124, Westfield

Stirlingshire cause land

Richard Webb

Path sign, Westfield

Carseland.

Richard Webb

Field on the edge of Airth

Oats.

Richard Webb

South Approach Road - A876

Alpin Stewart

Pow Burn at Low Tide

The bridge carries the unclassified road from Higgins' Neuk to Airth. The tyre must have a story to tell!

Richard Kay

Elphinstone Crescent, Airth

Richard Webb

Main Street, Airth

Richard Webb

Kennetpans Distillery

This ruinous stone building is very important in both the history of whisky and of the development of steam power. This was John Stein's distillery and the closer part of the building housed the first rotative Boulton and Watt steam engine to work in Scotland in 1786. The taller part to the right housed his second Boulton and watt engine of 1806. The site ceased operations in 1825 and is now a Scheduled Monument. Some consolidation work has been undertaken.

Chris Allen

Kennetpans Distillery

This is inside the later extension of John Stein's large distillery and the circular depression is for the 15' flywheel of the 1806 Boulton and Watt rotative steam engine. This replaced the 1786 engine that had been damaged in a fire in 1805. The engine was on the other side of the wall. The two large square holes are for the main bearings of the crankshaft (left) and flywheel shaft (right) while the four smaller holes below are to access the lower end of the holding down bolts. The milling machinery was in the room where the photographer is.

Chris Allen

The Pineapple, Dunmore

Now a holiday let. I heard about this over 30 years ago but this was my first visit and it didn't disappoint.

Chris Allen

The Pineapple, Dunmore Park, Airth

Sometimes referred to as the Dunmore Pineapple, it was built by the 4th Earl of Dunmore, John Murray, in 1761, perhaps as an extravagant summerhouse or as symbol that he had returned from the Americas, where pineapples symbolised welcome. The Pineapple was restored in the 1970s after it had become run down and vandalised. It is a Category A Listed Building. Link