Craighirst

Places of Interest

Duncolm

Peak

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Duncolm is a hill in Scotland. It is the highest point in both West Dunbartonshire and the Kilpatrick Hills, at an elevation of 401 metres. Its name means "Fort of Columba".

Loch Humphrey

Reservoir

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Loch Humphrey is a loch in West Dunbartonshire, Scotland. It is fished for mainly perch and occasional trout by members of the Bearsden Angling Club, who have a boat and a boatshed at the loch. Loch Humphrey is situated 1½ miles west of Craighirst.

Grey Mare’s Tail, Kilpatrick Hills

Waterfall

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Much of Scotland is mountainous; western areas of the Highlands enjoy a wet climate. The more steeply plunging west coast highland rivers in particular are home to countless waterfalls.

Places in the Area

Duntocher

Village

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Duntocher is a village in West Dunbartonshire, Scotland. It has an estimated population of 6,850. The etymology of the name of the village indicates that its name means "the fort on the causeway". Duntocher is situated 2½ miles south of Craighirst.

Faifley

Village

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Faifley is a large estate forming part of the town of Clydebank, Scotland, adjoining the former village of Hardgate, with a population of approximately 5,001. Faifley is situated 2½ miles southeast of Craighirst.

Old Kilpatrick

Village

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Old Kilpatrick, is a village in West Dunbartonshire, Scotland. The name Old Kilpatrick is said to be derived from St. Patrick ostensibly being born here. Old Kilpatrick is situated 2½ miles southwest of Craighirst.

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