Waterfalls Β· Central Scotland
Black Linn (The Commandos)
In or near Carmunnock.
Black Linn (The Commandos) β waterfall in scotland central.

Alan Reid β CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 hβ2 h
- Nearest railway station
- East Kilbride Β· 2.5 km
About
Black Linn (The Commandos) is a waterfall located in scotland central. A British waterfall recorded in OpenStreetMap. Most are in upland country where rivers cross resistant rock.
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Place summary
Black Linn (The Commandos) is a waterfall located in central Scotland. It is notable for its association with the 1940s Commandos, who trained in the surrounding area. The waterfall features a dramatic drop and is set within a rugged landscape, making it a prominent natural feature in the region. Visitors can expect a scenic environment, ideal for photography and exploring the natural beauty of the Scottish countryside.
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- Coordinates
- 55.7619, -4.1407
- District
- South Lanarkshire
- Postcode
- G74 2JY
- Parliamentary constituency
- East Kilbride and Strathaven
- Nearest railway station
- East Kilbride β 2.5 km
Sources
- osm: n4988483421 (ODbL)
Other places nearby

The Gray Mare (Islet)
Archaeological sites Β· 0.2 km

Trough Linn
Waterfalls Β· 0.2 km

Maxwell / Young Boundary Stone
Memorials & monuments Β· 0.2 km

Cleutit Heugh (Deil's Pulpit)
Archaeological sites Β· 0.4 km

Sandy Bays
Beaches Β· 0.5 km

Lovers' Loup
Viewpoints Β· 0.5 km

School Linn (informal name)
Waterfalls Β· 0.5 km

Sandy Cove (Old Picnic Spot)
Beaches Β· 0.6 km

Site of Newhousemill
Historic houses Β· 0.7 km

Old Horseshoe Linn
Waterfalls Β· 0.8 km

Newhouse Bridge
Historic bridges Β· 0.8 km

The Small Linn
Waterfalls Β· 0.9 km
Nearby
Archaeological sites Β· Central Scotland
The Gray Mare (Islet)
The Gray Mare (Islet) β a archaeological in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Memorials & monuments Β· Central Scotland
Maxwell / Young Boundary Stone
Maxwell / Young Boundary Stone β a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Archaeological sites Β· Central Scotland
Cleutit Heugh (Deil's Pulpit)
Cleutit Heugh (Deil's Pulpit) β a archaeological in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Viewpoints Β· Central Scotland
Lovers' Loup
Lovers' Loup is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near Black Linn (The Commandos)
Places to stay
Hotels Β· Scottish Lowlands
Crutherland House Hotel
Crutherland House Hotel β a hotel in scotland central.
Hotels Β· Central Scotland
Hampton by Hilton Hamilton Park
Hampton by Hilton Hamilton Park β a hotel in scotland central. 3-star. Brand: Hampton.
Caravan parks Β· Central Scotland
Strathclyde Park Camping & Caravan Site
Strathclyde Park Camping & Caravan Site β a caravan park in scotland central.
Caravan parks Β· Central Scotland
MaryVille Caravan Site
MaryVille Caravan Site β a caravan park in scotland central.
Hotels Β· Central Scotland
DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Strathclyde
DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Strathclyde β a hotel in scotland central. 4-star. Brand: DoubleTree by Hilton.
Places to eat & drink
Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland
The Rowan Tree Inn, 62 Old Mill Road, Uddingston
The Rowan Tree Inn, 62 Old Mill Road, Uddingston in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
Historic pubs Β· Scottish Lowlands
Cross Keys Inn, 1 Montgomery Street, Eaglesham
Cross Keys Inn, 1 Montgomery Street, Eaglesham in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
Historic pubs Β· Scottish Lowlands
Swan Inn, 23 Polnoon Street, Eaglesham
Swan Inn, 23 Polnoon Street, Eaglesham in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland
Portland Arms Public House, 1169 Shettleston Road, Glasgow
Portland Arms Public House, 1169 Shettleston Road, Glasgow in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
π· 7Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland
374-378 Gallowgate
374-378 Gallowgate in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland
Public House, 9, 11, 13 Watson Street, Glasgow
Public House, 9, 11, 13 Watson Street, Glasgow in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
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Falls of the Braan
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Black Linn (The Commandos)?
- Black Linn (The Commandos) is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode G74 2JY).
- What is Black Linn (The Commandos)?
- Black Linn (The Commandos) β waterfall in scotland central.
- How do I get to Black Linn (The Commandos)?
- The nearest railway station is East Kilbride, about 2.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode G74 2JY.
- How do I get to Black Linn (The Commandos)?
- The nearest railway station is East Kilbride, about 2.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode G74 2JY.