Town in South Lanarkshire
★★
Drive south from Glasgow and Strathaven (pronounced “STRAY-ven”) is one of the first attractive towns you’ll reach after escaping the city suburbs. This historic market town retains a bustling feel and plenty of character, enhanced by narrow streets, a few independent shops and the Powmillon Burn flowing through the centre. Common Green – presumably the original market place – provides a natural focus for the settlement, while Strathaven Castle overlooks the south side. The nearby Spectacle E’e Falls are impressive after heavy rainfall, reached by a pleasant riverside amble which we feature separately (link below).
Location
O.S. Grid Reference: NS 701446
GPS coordinates: 55.676991,-4.066862
There are reasonable bus connections from Hamilton and East Kilbride.
Explore nearby
<1 mi away
>> Strathaven Castle ★
>> Walk: Strathaven stravaig to Spectacle E’e Falls page: walk ★★★; waterfall ★★
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Strathaven Castle
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