Kilsyth

History
With roots dating back to the in the early 1600s, Kilsyth developed as an agricultural centre - taking advantage of the fertile slopes of the Kilsyth Hills. The Industrial Revolution brought the nearby Forth and Clyde Canal - the town is a convenient stop off point for those following the canal's route between Glasgow and Edinburgh.

Attractions
The town's library is worth a visit, with a section devoted to the heritage of the area. Families will love Kilsyth Pool, with both an adult gym and children's play facilities. And, at the east end of the town is the Colzium-Lennox estate, with historic Colzium House and 60 acres of parkland. The grounds of the estate are the setting for the mid-August Kilsyth International Carnival, an increasingly popular one-day music and cultural festival.

The Forth and Clyde Canal has recently been re-opened to small vessels - and you can also book day-trips in a covered and heated passenger cruiser, the MV Voyager.