Kilsyth

For other places named Kilsyth, see Kilsyth (disambiguation)

Kilsyth is a town of 10,000 between Glasgow and Stirling in Scotland. Kilsyth holds an [international carnival (popularly known as KIC)] in mid-August - in 2006 this will be on Sunday August 13th. It is held in the grounds of the wooded Colzium estate nearby. Farmers' markets are held on the first Saturday of every month (January excepted).

Dating back to the Middle Ages, Kilsyth's Town Charter was granted in 1826, permitting the holders of plots to elect a Town Council. Kilsyth Community Council, as the locally elected representative body, carries on the tradition of ensuring that Kilsyth remains a great place to live, do business, or relax in harmony with nature.

Kilsyth has all the elements you associate with a Scottish market town: a traditional Main Street, attractive parks and gardens complete with two bandstands, welcoming hostelries such as the Coachman Hotel and the Scarecrow pub, and a choice of local restaurants. The nearby villages of Croy, Banton, Queenzieburn, and Twechar are also well worth a visit - all are within easy walking distance from Kilsyth.

Nestling at the foot of the Kilsyth Hills, Kilsyth is a traditional market town and more. Its sheltered position at the heart of Scotland means that it is easily accessible and ideally located for a day trip, family holiday, or as a great base for a walking, golf, fishing or touring holiday, by car, canal boat, horse or bike.

Nearby attractions include the magnificent Falkirk Wheel, a huge boat lift that connects the Union and Forth & Clyde Canal networks, and the Antonine Wall - the northern edge of the Roman Empire. Kilsyth is less than an hour from Glasgow, Stirling and Edinburgh by car, bus or train from nearby Croy station.

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