Clarkston

Settlement in Renfrewshire

Scotland

Clarkston

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

Clarkston is a charming suburban town located in the county of Renfrewshire, Scotland. Situated approximately 12 kilometers south of Glasgow, it offers a tranquil and picturesque setting amidst the bustling urban landscape of the region. With a population of around 9,000 residents, Clarkston is a close-knit community renowned for its friendly atmosphere and strong sense of community spirit.

The town boasts a range of amenities and facilities to cater to residents' needs. Clarkston's Main Street serves as a vibrant hub, lined with a variety of local shops, boutiques, and restaurants, providing ample opportunities for shopping and dining. Additionally, the town is home to several supermarkets and convenience stores, ensuring that everyday essentials are easily accessible.

Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the abundance of green spaces in and around Clarkston. The nearby Rouken Glen Park is a popular destination, offering beautiful landscaped gardens, woodland walks, and a picturesque boating pond. The park also hosts a variety of events and activities throughout the year, including concerts and art exhibitions.

Education is well catered for in Clarkston, with several highly regarded primary and secondary schools. This makes it an attractive location for families, as parents can rest assured that their children will receive a high-quality education.

Clarkston benefits from excellent transport links, with regular bus and train services connecting the town to Glasgow and other nearby towns. This makes it an ideal location for commuters looking to escape the city's hustle and bustle while still enjoying easy access to urban amenities.

In conclusion, Clarkston presents itself as a peaceful and close-knit community with a range of amenities, beautiful green spaces, and excellent transport links. Its proximity to Glasgow adds to its appeal, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a balance between suburban tranquility and urban convenience.

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Clarkston Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.787229/-4.289515 or Grid Reference NS5657. 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.
Carmunnock Road Carmunnock Road as viewed from East Kilbride Road in Busby.
Carmunnock Road
Carmunnock Road as viewed from East Kilbride Road in Busby.
Masonic Lodge, Busby, Glasgow Lodge St John Busby No.458, Busby, Scotland.
This is where the Deputy Fuhrer of Germany Rudolf Hess was kept overnight when he parachuted into Scotland landing at Eaglesham in 1941. At that time the Lodge was a Scout hut. Later the next day  he  was transported to a military barracks at Maryhill on the northern side of Glasgow.
Masonic Lodge, Busby, Glasgow
Lodge St John Busby No.458, Busby, Scotland. This is where the Deputy Fuhrer of Germany Rudolf Hess was kept overnight when he parachuted into Scotland landing at Eaglesham in 1941. At that time the Lodge was a Scout hut. Later the next day he was transported to a military barracks at Maryhill on the northern side of Glasgow.
Giffnock Railway Station The station between Clarkston and Thornliebank on the Glasgow South Western Line.
Giffnock Railway Station
The station between Clarkston and Thornliebank on the Glasgow South Western Line.
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.
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.
Crane beside Clarkston Road Retirement homes are being built on the former Synagogue site, on the corner of Clarkston Road and Randolph Drive. The crane belongs to this construction site.
Crane beside Clarkston Road
Retirement homes are being built on the former Synagogue site, on the corner of Clarkston Road and Randolph Drive. The crane belongs to this construction site.
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Clarkston is located at Grid Ref: NS5657 (Lat: 55.787229, Lng: -4.289515)

Unitary Authority: East Renfrewshire

Police Authority: Greater Glasgow

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Kevan Scott, Jeweller and Goldsmith
Addr City: Clarkston
Addr Housenumber: 46
Addr Postcode: G76 7QF
Addr Street: Seres Road
Shop: jewelry
Lat/Long: 55.7896038/-4.2860236
Moda Hair Salon
Addr City: Clarkston
Addr Housenumber: 44
Addr Postcode: G76 7QF
Addr Street: Seres Road
Shop: hairdresser
Lat/Long: 55.7895859/-4.2859797
Calla Beauty
Addr City: Clarkston
Addr Housenumber: 42
Addr Postcode: G76 7QF
Addr Street: Seres Road
Shop: beauty
Lat/Long: 55.7895679/-4.2859372
Eastwood Centre
Addr City: Clarkston
Addr Housenumber: 40
Addr Postcode: G76 7QF
Addr Street: Seres Road
Lat/Long: 55.7895118/-4.2858348
Post Box
Ref: G76 1068
Lat/Long: 55.789446/-4.2859122
Mini Roundabout
Lat/Long: 55.7893693/-4.2860321
Crossing
Crossing: marked
Crossing Island: no
Lat/Long: 55.7871228/-4.2895284
Carolside
Is In: Clarkston
Place: suburb
Population: 5000
Lat/Long: 55.7844452/-4.2863315
South Williamwood
Is In: Clarkston
Place: suburb
Lat/Long: 55.7908583/-4.2884349
Aidans Brae Viewpoint
Description: Viewing point across the outer Clyde Valley
Direction: 270-90
Tourism: viewpoint
Lat/Long: 55.7878223/-4.2819068
High Carolside
Is In: Carolside
Place: quarter
Lat/Long: 55.7836785/-4.2916819
Hillview
Is In: Carolside
Place: neighbourhood
Lat/Long: 55.7871429/-4.2822704
Post Box
Lat/Long: 55.7877791/-4.2888616
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