Waterfalls · Central Scotland
Black Linn (The Commandos)
In or near Carmunnock.
Black Linn (The Commandos) — waterfall in scotland central.
Alan Reid — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- East Kilbride · 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 — 2.5 km
Sources
- osm: n4988483421 (ODbL)
Other places nearby
The Gray Mare (Islet)
Archaeological sites · 0.2 km
Trough Linn
Waterfalls · 0.2 km
Maxwell / Young Boundary Stone
Memorials & monuments · 0.2 km
Cleutit Heugh (Deil's Pulpit)
Archaeological sites · 0.4 km
Sandy Bays
Beaches · 0.5 km
Lovers' Loup
Viewpoints · 0.5 km
School Linn (informal name)
Waterfalls · 0.5 km
Sandy Cove (Old Picnic Spot)
Beaches · 0.6 km
Site of Newhousemill
Historic houses · 0.7 km
Old Horseshoe Linn
Waterfalls · 0.8 km
Newhouse Bridge
Historic bridges · 0.8 km
The Small Linn
Waterfalls · 0.9 km
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Maxwell / Young Boundary Stone
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Cleutit Heugh (Deil's Pulpit)
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Places to stay
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Strathclyde Park Camping & Caravan Site
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MaryVille Caravan Site
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Places to eat & drink
📷 5Historic pubs · Central Scotland
The Rowan Tree Inn, 62 Old Mill Road, Uddingston
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Cross Keys Inn, 1 Montgomery Street, Eaglesham
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📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
Swan Inn, 23 Polnoon Street, Eaglesham
Swan Inn, 23 Polnoon Street, Eaglesham in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Portland Arms Public House, 1169 Shettleston Road, Glasgow
Portland Arms Public House, 1169 Shettleston Road, Glasgow in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 7Historic pubs · Central Scotland
374-378 Gallowgate
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📷 5Historic pubs · 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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📷 5Frequently 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) — 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. The nearest town is Carmunnock. 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.