Towns & cities · Central Scotland
Milton of Campsie
Milton of Campsie — village in East Dunbartonshire, Scotland, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–6 h
- Nearest railway station
- Lenzie · 4.8 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Milton of Campsie is a town, city, village or settlement in the United Kingdom. Recent population estimates put it at around 3,840 people. Wikidata describes it as: "village in East Dunbartonshire, Scotland, UK". Coordinates: 55.9643°, -4.1620°.
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From the Wikipedia article
Milton of Campsie is a village formerly in the county of Stirlingshire, but now in East Dunbartonshire, Scotland roughly 10 miles (16 km) north of Glasgow. Nestling at the foot of the Campsie Fells, it is neighboured by Kirkintilloch and Lennoxtown.
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Background
History
The old church was built over the grave of St Machan around 1170 making it one of the earliest churches in Scotland. The railway station was built here in 1848 and originally simply called Milton Station. In 1912 it was renamed Milton of Campsie Station and it closed in 1951.
Description
The village expanded greatly in the 1970s with the addition of modern housing estates by Barratt and Bellway, the latter being more extensive. It has one full sized grass football park in what is known locally as "The Battlefield", as well as another smaller football field at Beechtree Park. Amenities include a newsagent, a Co-op Store (the converted 'Craigfoot Inn' and a Scotmid, Post Office, pharmacy, two hairdressing salons and now a Coffee House. The Kincaid House Hotel consisted of accommodation and licensed bars and restaurants until it closed in 2024. Milton of Campsie Old Parish Church situated on Antermony Road has closed with a new Church now completed for use (Incorporating the…
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- Coordinates
- 55.9643, -4.1620
- District
- East Dunbartonshire
- Postcode
- G66 8BQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Mid Dunbartonshire
- Population
- 3,840
- Nearest railway station
- Lenzie — 4.8 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q1011562 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Milton of Campsie (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Milton mcdowall mills.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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RC Heli airfield
Viewpoints · 1.6 km
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Viewpoints · 1.6 km
Antermony Loch
Natural landmarks · 1.7 km
Maiden Castle motte
Literary houses · 2.0 km
Goyle Bridge
Historic bridges · 2.2 km
Martyr's Memorial and Martyr's Tomb
Memorials & monuments · 2.2 km
Bridge, Dyke Farm
Historic bridges · 2.5 km
The Turret Theatre
Theatres · 2.5 km
Milton of Campsie is a village located in central Scotland with a population of 3,840. There are N attractions listed within reach.
At a glance
- Population
- 3,840
- Constituency
- Mid Dunbartonshire
- Top categories near here
Things to see in Milton of Campsie
36 attractions within 12 km — showing the 24 most editorially-significant. Full guide: things to do in Milton of Campsie →
📷 4Natural landmarks · Central Scotland
Peggie's Spout
Peggie's Spout in Scotland Islands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Natural landmarks · Central Scotland
Antermony Loch
Antermony Loch — lake in East Dunbartonshire, Scotland, UK, outflows south via a watercourse to River Kelvin.
📷 3Historic churches · Central Scotland
Campsie High Church
Campsie High Church — church building in East Dunbartonshire, Scotland, UK.
📷 2Viewpoints · Central Scotland
General RC model airfield
General RC model airfield is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.
📷 3Historic houses · Central Scotland
Glorat House
Glorat House — house in East Dunbartonshire, Scotland, UK.
📷 3Castles · Central Scotland
Kirkintilloch Castle
Kirkintilloch Castle — 12th century castle in Kirkintilloch, East Dunbartonshire, Scotland; ruined in medieval times.
📷 4Mountains & hills · Central Scotland
Meikle Bin
Meikle Bin — Named summit at 570 m.
📷 3Historic churches · Central Scotland
Old Parish Church of St. Mary
Old Parish Church of St. Mary — church in Kirkintilloch, Scotland.
📷 2Viewpoints · Central Scotland
RC Heli airfield
RC Heli airfield is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.
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📷 3Archaeological sites · Central Scotland
Meikle Reive
Meikle Reive — a archaeological in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 3Natural landmarks · Central Scotland
Barnstormers
Barnstormers — a other in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 3Museums · Central Scotland
Auld Kirk Museum
Auld Kirk Museum — a museum in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 3Public art & sculpture · Central Scotland
Jessie
Jessie — a public art in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
Martyr's Memorial and Martyr's Tomb
Martyr's Memorial and Martyr's Tomb — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
50th Anniversary of the end of World War II Memorial
50th Anniversary of the end of World War II Memorial — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
Campsie Memorial Hall
Campsie Memorial Hall — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic bridges · Central Scotland
Stone Bridge Over Former Railway Near East Lodge, Lennoxtown
Stone Bridge Over Former Railway Near East Lodge, Lennoxtown — category C listed building-listed bridge in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic bridges · Central Scotland
Goyle Bridge
Goyle Bridge — category C listed building-listed bridge in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 3Historic bridges · Central Scotland
Bridge, Dyke Farm
Bridge, Dyke Farm — category C listed building-listed bridge in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 5Vineyards · Central Scotland
Meikle Reive
Meikle Reive — a UK vineyard in scotland central, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
📷 5Literary houses · Central Scotland
Maiden Castle motte
Maiden Castle motte — a literary house museum in scotland central.
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📷 5Nearby
📷 3Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
50th Anniversary of the end of World War II Memorial
50th Anniversary of the end of World War II Memorial — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 5Mountains & hills · Central Scotland
Gallow Hill
Gallow Hill — mountain in scotland central. Elevation: 56 m.
📷 3Historic houses · Central Scotland
Glorat House
Glorat House — house in East Dunbartonshire, Scotland, UK.
📷 3Natural landmarks · Central Scotland
Barnstormers
Barnstormers — a other in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 2Viewpoints · Central Scotland
RC Heli airfield
RC Heli airfield is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.
📷 2Viewpoints · Central Scotland
General RC model airfield
General RC model airfield is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near Milton of Campsie
Places to stay
📷 5Campsites · Central Scotland
Craigmaddie Glamping
Craigmaddie Glamping — a campsite in scotland central.
📷 5Hotels · Central Scotland
Strathblane Country House
Strathblane Country House — a hotel in scotland central.
📷 5Caravan parks · Central Scotland
Craigendmuir Holiday Park
Craigendmuir Holiday Park — a caravan park in scotland central.
📷 5Hotels · Central Scotland
DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Westerwood Spa & Golf Resort
DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Westerwood Spa & Golf Resort — a hotel in scotland central. 4-star. Brand: DoubleTree by Hilton.
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📷 7Places to eat & drink
📷 5Historic pubs · Central Scotland
The Masonic Arms, 62 Main Street, Cumbernauld Village
The Masonic Arms, 62 Main Street, Cumbernauld Village in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Hubbard Tea Rooms, 508, 510, 512 Great Western Road, Glasgow
Hubbard Tea Rooms, 508, 510, 512 Great Western Road, Glasgow 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.
📷 5Cafés · Central Scotland
Willow Tearooms
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📷 7Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Bank of Scotland, 2 St Vincent Place, Glasgow
Bank of Scotland, 2 St Vincent Place, Glasgow in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Public House, 401, 403, 405, 407, 409 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow
Public House, 401, 403, 405, 407, 409 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Milton of Campsie?
- Milton of Campsie is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode G66 8BQ).
- What is Milton of Campsie?
- Milton of Campsie — village in East Dunbartonshire, Scotland, UK.
- How do I get to Milton of Campsie?
- The nearest railway station is Lenzie, about 4.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode G66 8BQ.
- Is Milton of Campsie free to visit?
- Yes, Milton of Campsie is free to enter.
- How do I get to Milton of Campsie?
- The nearest railway station is Lenzie, about 4.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode G66 8BQ.