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Whitecraigs

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Whitecraigs

Williamwood railway station, looking South-West View from platform 2 at Williamwood railway station, looking roughly South-West towards Neilston.
Williamwood railway station, looking South-West Credit: Andrew Reid

Whitecraigs is an affluent suburban area located in the council area of East Renfrewshire, Scotland. It is situated approximately 10 miles southwest of Glasgow city center and is bordered by the towns of Giffnock and Newton Mearns. Known for its picturesque surroundings and desirable residential properties, Whitecraigs has gained a reputation as one of the most sought-after places to live in Renfrewshire.

The area is characterized by its tree-lined streets, spacious gardens, and a mix of architectural styles ranging from traditional sandstone villas to modern, contemporary homes. Whitecraigs boasts a strong sense of community and offers a peaceful and tranquil environment, making it particularly popular among families and professionals.

Whitecraigs is home to a number of amenities, including a range of local shops, cafes, and restaurants. The area also benefits from excellent transport links, with Whitecraigs train station providing regular services to Glasgow Central station, making it an ideal location for commuters.

Nature enthusiasts can enjoy the nearby Rouken Glen Park, a stunning public park that offers beautiful walking trails, a boating pond, and a variety of recreational activities. Additionally, the Whitecraigs Golf Club provides an opportunity for golf enthusiasts to enjoy a round of golf in a picturesque setting.

Overall, Whitecraigs offers a high standard of living with its combination of beautiful surroundings, convenient amenities, and excellent transport links, making it a highly desirable place to reside in Renfrewshire.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.784082/-4.3078414 or Grid Reference NS5556. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Williamwood railway station, looking South-West View from platform 2 at Williamwood railway station, looking roughly South-West towards Neilston.
Williamwood railway station, looking South-West
View from platform 2 at Williamwood railway station, looking roughly South-West towards Neilston.
Williamwood railway station, looking North-East View from platform 2 at Williamwood railway station, looking roughly North-East towards Glasgow Central.
Williamwood railway station, looking North-East
View from platform 2 at Williamwood railway station, looking roughly North-East towards Glasgow Central.
Dorian Drive, Williamwood Looking roughly ENE along a section of Dorian Drive, Williamwood.
Dorian Drive, Williamwood
Looking roughly ENE along a section of Dorian Drive, Williamwood.
Dorian Drive, Williamwood Looking roughly WSW along a section of Dorian Drive, Williamwood.
Dorian Drive, Williamwood
Looking roughly WSW along a section of Dorian Drive, Williamwood.
Ornamental Shelter in Rouken Glen Park Between the visitor centre and the boating lake.
Ornamental Shelter in Rouken Glen Park
Between the visitor centre and the boating lake.
Rouken Glen Park Path leading to the boating lake.
Rouken Glen Park
Path leading to the boating lake.
Weir on the Auldhouse Burn in Rouken Glen Park Only just up river from the main waterfall. From the bridge in the photograph you can observe the weir to the left and the waterfall to the right.
Weir on the Auldhouse Burn in Rouken Glen Park
Only just up river from the main waterfall. From the bridge in the photograph you can observe the weir to the left and the waterfall to the right.
Waterfall on the Auldhouse Burn in Rouken Glen Park The bridge in the background separates the weir and the waterfall.
Waterfall on the Auldhouse Burn in Rouken Glen Park
The bridge in the background separates the weir and the waterfall.
Footbridge over the Auldhouse Burn in Rouken Glen Park A few hundred yards down river from the main waterfall.
Footbridge over the Auldhouse Burn in Rouken Glen Park
A few hundred yards down river from the main waterfall.
Small Weir on the Auldhouse Burn in Rouken Glen Park A few hundred yards down river from the main waterfall.
Small Weir on the Auldhouse Burn in Rouken Glen Park
A few hundred yards down river from the main waterfall.
Auldhouse Burn beside Florence Drive The Auldhouse Burn crosses Giffnock mostly out of sight, passing under the busy Fenwick Road for instance. Florence Drive has houses on its north side and the Auldhouse Burn on the south, as seen here.
Auldhouse Burn beside Florence Drive
The Auldhouse Burn crosses Giffnock mostly out of sight, passing under the busy Fenwick Road for instance. Florence Drive has houses on its north side and the Auldhouse Burn on the south, as seen here.
Auldhouse Burn crosses Douglas Avenue Douglas Avenue is divided in two by the Auldhouse Burn. Only a wooden pedestrian bridge joins the two halves.
Auldhouse Burn crosses Douglas Avenue
Douglas Avenue is divided in two by the Auldhouse Burn. Only a wooden pedestrian bridge joins the two halves.
Footbridge over the Auldhouse Burn The footbridge joins the two halves of Douglas Avenue.
Footbridge over the Auldhouse Burn
The footbridge joins the two halves of Douglas Avenue.
Footpath beside the Auldhouse Burn The footpath, seen here from where it crosses Douglas Avenue, runs north-south along the side of the Auldhouse Burn. This picture looks south.
Footpath beside the Auldhouse Burn
The footpath, seen here from where it crosses Douglas Avenue, runs north-south along the side of the Auldhouse Burn. This picture looks south.
Williamwood railway bridges at dusk The bridge looming in the foreground, also shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/115041">NS5658 : Disused Railway Bridge Near Williamwood Station</a>, is disused. The more distant bridge carries the railway line coming from Muirend train station (<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/92226">NS5759 : Muirend Railway Station, Glasgow</a>). The picture looks west along Eastwoodmains Road.
Williamwood railway bridges at dusk
The bridge looming in the foreground, also shown in NS5658 : Disused Railway Bridge Near Williamwood Station, is disused. The more distant bridge carries the railway line coming from Muirend train station (NS5759 : Muirend Railway Station, Glasgow). The picture looks west along Eastwoodmains Road.
Clarkston Toll This view on New Year's Day gives no indication of how busy this intersection is on a usual working day. The roundabout is at the end of Busby Road, the main shopping centre of Clarkston. The 2 roads leaving the far side of the roundabout lead to Paisley (left) and Glasgow (right).
Clarkston Toll
This view on New Year's Day gives no indication of how busy this intersection is on a usual working day. The roundabout is at the end of Busby Road, the main shopping centre of Clarkston. The 2 roads leaving the far side of the roundabout lead to Paisley (left) and Glasgow (right).
Greenbank Parish Church On Eaglesham Road (B767) opposite the intersection with Cartsbridge Road.
Greenbank Parish Church
On Eaglesham Road (B767) opposite the intersection with Cartsbridge Road.
Mearns Castle High School Mearns Castle High School is a secondary school situated on Waterfoot Road in Newton Mearns.
Mearns Castle High School
Mearns Castle High School is a secondary school situated on Waterfoot Road in Newton Mearns.
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Whitecraigs is located at Grid Ref: NS5556 (Lat: 55.784082, Lng: -4.3078414)

Unitary Authority: East Renfrewshire

Police Authority: Greater Glasgow

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Located within 500m of 55.784082,-4.3078414
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 55.7838697/-4.301971
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Bus Stop
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 55.7835014/-4.3138617
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Bus Stop
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 6120165
Naptan NaptanCode: 37323262
Public Transport: platform
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 55.7869321/-4.3094255
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Whitecraigs
Is In: Newton Mearns
Place: suburb
Lat/Long: 55.7846064/-4.3058622
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Whitecraigs Cross
Junction: yes
Lat/Long: 55.7834755/-4.3062088
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Golf: pin
Lat/Long: 55.7869171/-4.3109513
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Golf: pin
Lat/Long: 55.7880503/-4.3096711
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Golf: pin
Lat/Long: 55.7877216/-4.3105308
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