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Firth of Clyde from Bowling

This evening, I am focusing on the village of Bowling ( pop 5500) which is situated on the northern banks of the Firth of Clyde  in S.W. Scotland.

Read more on Visit Bowling, Visit Forth & Clyde Canal…

 

 

This evening, I am focusing on the town of Kirkintilloch (pop 20,000)  which is located in the West of Scotland, a few miles N.E.of Glasgow. This town and environs has a long history, viz:

Read more on Visit Kirkintilloch, Visit Scotland…

 

Maryhill Locks, Glasgow, Scotland

This evening, I am recovering after a 10 hour cycle ride along the Forth & Clyde Canal in the West of Scotland. This entailed a trip from Maryhill in Glasgow to the Falkirk Wheel and back. The cycle trail ( tow path) was heavily waterlogged and hence my feet and clothing finished somewhat on the damp side. Nevertheless, a satisfying trip which I had planned for some time. Along the way I was able to connect with history stretching back nearly 2000 years, some interesting towns and a variety of bird-life. The canal surface was part frozen. Here is a summary of key interests:

Read more on Cycle Forth & Clyde Canal, Cycle Scotland…