8 July 2024
Where: Berrie Craigs, 389m/1,276', P 38m, Tump, OS 71, NS 735 300
Berrie Craigs sits in the heart of former mining territory, In fact its east side has disappeared as part of a vast open cast coal min which also saw the village of Glenbuck removed from the face of the earth. The whole area is being reclaimed and the site of the village is now being developed as a tourist attraction. As well as a story of past industry, Glenbuck also has a football connection. Bill Shankly, the famous Liverpool manager was born in the village. There is a memorial to him and one also to the local team, the Glenbuck Cherrypickers. The memorial is visited by Liverpool fans as is clearly evidenced. There is lots of information on the site where houses once stood- a fascinating place. Well worth a visit.
As to Berrie Craigs, there is a track from the car park almost to the high point- a rocky crag with a fine view of the area.
A different sort of walk, very enjoyable.
Approaching Berrie Craigs.....
Summit area.....
Artificial lake with Hareshaw Hill beyond.....
View south to Cairn Table.....
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