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North of the City

Newest Review: ... some R & R, and some beautiful scenery. We really are the forgotten treasure of Glasgow. Where am I talking about? Milngavie, of course. With its pedestrianised town centre, variety of individual shops, restaurants and pubs, there's no place like here! And I should know, I've lived here for all but 30 years! The jewel in Milngavie's crown would have to be the Reservior, which dates back to Victorian times. You can see the whole of Glasgow, and beyond, from here and its a walk you'll never forget. Better still, visit Mugdock Country park with lots to do for all ages and tastes. Milngavie to me is simply the best. Why hav... more

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North of the City: SURBURBIAN SERENITY (181 words)
by - written on 30/01/02 (Useful, 22 readings)
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STOP! THINKING OF VISTING GLASGOW? NO VISIT IS COMPLETE WITHOUT A TRIP TO THE NORTH OF THE CITY We're only a 20 minute bus ride away, and its well worth it. Escape the buzz of the city centre for some R & R, and some beautiful scenery. We really are the forgotten treasure of Glasgow. Where am I talking about? Milngavie, of course. With its pedestrianised town centre, variety of individual shops, restaurants and pubs, there's no place like here! And I should know, I've lived here for all but 30 years! The jewel in Milngavie's crown would have to be the Reservior, which dates back to Victorian times. You can see the whole of ... Read the complete review

North Glasgow, - wonderful views of the country-side and cl ... (414 words)
by - written on 22/08/00 (Very useful, 18 readings)
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I dearly love living in the north of Glasgow. It is as free from pollution and as near the country-side as I could possibly wish for, while at the same time being close to all of the city-centre night life and shopping, something which the city of Glasgow can be proud off ... The people around here are a great bunch, although newcomers might think its they're bit too hard-bitten, once you get used to them and visa versa, they can take a whils before they accept you. The facilities are top notch, only you have to be willing to go out and find them, after all they are not going to come to you! Loads of new homes being built in and ... Read the complete review