Cambusbarron

Settlement in Stirlingshire

Scotland

Cambusbarron

M9, northbound The M9 runs 32 from Edinburgh to Dunblane. — M9, northbound Credit: N Chadwick

Cambusbarron is a charming village located in Stirlingshire, Scotland. Situated just three miles west of Stirling, it offers a peaceful and picturesque setting with stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The village is nestled at the foot of the Ochil Hills, providing residents and visitors with ample opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration.

One of the notable features of Cambusbarron is its rich history. Evidence of human settlement in the area dates back to prehistoric times, and the village itself has a long-standing history, with records dating as far back as the 12th century. The village was once a hub for mining and weaving industries, contributing to its growth and development over the years.

Today, Cambusbarron retains its small village charm and offers a range of amenities for its residents. These include a primary school, a community hall, a local pub, and a post office. There are also several recreational facilities, such as a park and a golf course, providing ample opportunities for leisure activities.

The village is well-connected to the surrounding areas, with frequent bus services and easy access to major road networks. This makes it an ideal location for those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle while still being within reach of nearby towns and cities.

Overall, Cambusbarron is a quaint and historic village in Stirlingshire, offering a tranquil setting, stunning scenery, and a close-knit community.

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M9, northbound The M9 runs 32 from Edinburgh to Dunblane.

M9, northbound

The M9 runs 32 from Edinburgh to Dunblane.

M9, northbound The M9 runs 32 from Edinburgh to Dunblane.

M9, northbound

The M9 runs 32 from Edinburgh to Dunblane.

M9, northbound The M9 runs 32 from Edinburgh to Dunblane.

M9, northbound

The M9 runs 32 from Edinburgh to Dunblane.

M9, northbound The M9 runs 32 from Edinburgh to Dunblane.

M9, northbound

The M9 runs 32 from Edinburgh to Dunblane.

M9, northbound The M9 runs 32 from Edinburgh to Dunblane.

M9, northbound

The M9 runs 32 from Edinburgh to Dunblane.

M9, 1 mile from J10 The M9 runs 32 from Edinburgh to Dunblane.

M9, 1 mile from J10

The M9 runs 32 from Edinburgh to Dunblane.

M9, tourist information The M9 runs 32 from Edinburgh to Dunblane.

M9, tourist information

The M9 runs 32 from Edinburgh to Dunblane.

M9, northbound The M9 runs 32 from Edinburgh to Dunblane.

M9, northbound

The M9 runs 32 from Edinburgh to Dunblane.

Newhouse, Stirling

Newhouse, Stirling

The King's Knot The King’s Knot is on the grounds of the ancient King’s Park, Crown property from at least the 1100s, where Scotland’s royalty partook in jousting, hawking and hunting.

The King's Knot

The King’s Knot is on the grounds of the ancient King’s Park, Crown property from at least the 1100s, where Scotland’s royalty partook in jousting, hawking and hunting.

Church of the Holy Rood, St John Street The Church of the Holy Rude is the second oldest building in Stirling after the castle. Founded in 1129 during the reign of David I (1124 - 1153) as the parish church of Stirling. The infant King James VI was crowned here in 1567. For the history of the church, see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.holyrude.org/styled-8/index.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.holyrude.org/styled-8/index.html">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

Church of the Holy Rood, St John Street

The Church of the Holy Rude is the second oldest building in Stirling after the castle. Founded in 1129 during the reign of David I (1124 - 1153) as the parish church of Stirling. The infant King James VI was crowned here in 1567. For the history of the church, see Link

Cowane's Hospital The hospital was funded from a legacy from John Cowane, Dean of Guild and Member of Parliament for Stirling, as an almshouse for the support of twelve &quot;decayed Gildbreithers&quot; of the burgh. It is a rare survival of 17th century burgh architecture and one of the finest buildings of its kind in Scotland. Occupying a key site at the core of the old City of Stirling adjacent to the Church of the Holy Rude. A statue of the founder is in a niche above the entrance door.

Cowane's Hospital

The hospital was funded from a legacy from John Cowane, Dean of Guild and Member of Parliament for Stirling, as an almshouse for the support of twelve "decayed Gildbreithers" of the burgh. It is a rare survival of 17th century burgh architecture and one of the finest buildings of its kind in Scotland. Occupying a key site at the core of the old City of Stirling adjacent to the Church of the Holy Rude. A statue of the founder is in a niche above the entrance door.

St John Street, Stirling On the left is Stirling Boys&#039; Club dated 1929 and further down the street on the right is the site of the Erskine Memorial

St John Street, Stirling

On the left is Stirling Boys' Club dated 1929 and further down the street on the right is the site of the Erskine Memorial

Stained glass windows, Church of the Holy Rude

Stained glass windows, Church of the Holy Rude

Mar's Wark Former town house of the Earl of Mar, keeper of Stirling Castle. The now ruined Renaissance palace was built in 1567. The 6th Earl of Mar refitted the house for use as a barracks during the 1715 Jacobite Rising, which he led. The failed rising resulted in his exile and forfeiture of estates, including Mar’s Lodging. It was leased to the Town Council as a workhouse,

Mar's Wark

Former town house of the Earl of Mar, keeper of Stirling Castle. The now ruined Renaissance palace was built in 1567. The 6th Earl of Mar refitted the house for use as a barracks during the 1715 Jacobite Rising, which he led. The failed rising resulted in his exile and forfeiture of estates, including Mar’s Lodging. It was leased to the Town Council as a workhouse,

View from the bridge over the M9 At the foot of the hill in the distance is Cambusbarron, a disused mill building at centre and South Kersebonny Steading on the right.

View from the bridge over the M9

At the foot of the hill in the distance is Cambusbarron, a disused mill building at centre and South Kersebonny Steading on the right.

Stirling - Royal Gardens & King's Knot from the castle Looking due south from an elevated lookout at the southern tip of the castle the houses on the left are on &#039;Royal Gardens&#039; while the octagonal mound seen on the right is the &#039;King&#039;s Knot&#039;
See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.historicenvironment.scot/visit-a-place/places/kings-knot" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.historicenvironment.scot/visit-a-place/places/kings-knot">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> for more information on this Royal Pleasure Ground.

Stirling - Royal Gardens & King's Knot from the castle

Looking due south from an elevated lookout at the southern tip of the castle the houses on the left are on 'Royal Gardens' while the octagonal mound seen on the right is the 'King's Knot' See Link

for more information on this Royal Pleasure Ground.

Stirling - Raploch and Dumbarton Roads from Castle Taken from the wall-walk on the western side of Stirling Castle looking over to where Dumbarton Road (coming in from the west) turns sharply and becomes Raploch Road which runs parallel with the base of the cliff on which the castle is perched.

Stirling - Raploch and Dumbarton Roads from Castle

Taken from the wall-walk on the western side of Stirling Castle looking over to where Dumbarton Road (coming in from the west) turns sharply and becomes Raploch Road which runs parallel with the base of the cliff on which the castle is perched.

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Cambusbarron is located at Grid Ref: NS7792 (Lat: 56.109612, Lng: -3.968604)

Unitary Authority: Stirling

Police Authority: Forth Valley

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 56.109612,-3.968604

Cambusbarron

Alt Name Gd: Camas a' Bharrain

Name Gd: Camas a' Bharain

Place: village

Population: 3224

Wikidata: Q5025686

Wikipedia: en:Cambusbarron

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Bus Stop

Bus: yes

Public Transport: platform

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Fair-Price

Shop: convenience

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Post Office

Cambusbarron Post Office

Addr Country: GB

Addr Postcode: FK7 9JT

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Contact Website: https://www.postoffice.co.uk/branch-finder/1098683/cambusbarron

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Bicycle Parking

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Post Box

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Post Box

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Ref: FK7 179D

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Post Box

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Michael R. More

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Devine Hair Design

Female: yes

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G. Johns

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Pub

Foresters

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Bus Stop

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Bus Stop

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Bus Stop

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Bus Stop

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Bus Stop

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Bus Stop

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Defibrillator

Access: yes

Check Date: 2024-04-13

Defibrillator Location: Available 24hr on the exterior of the building.

Description: Public access AED - iPad SP1

Emergency: defibrillator

Indoor: no

Operator: Cambusbarron Community Development Trust

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Addr City: Cambusbarron

Addr Housenumber: 16

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Bench

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Bench

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Bench

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