Picture this Craigend a Glasgow neighbourhood nestled north of the River Clyde. It’s a place where history whispers in the wind.
Craigend’s story begins long before its modern form. It sits near Garthamlock and Hogganfield Park. The M8 motorway cuts it off from Cranhill and Queenslie. To the north lies Cardowan Moss a nature reserve. Two water towers once illuminated the night sky. Now they stand silent sentinels of the past.
In the 1970s and 80s Craigend thrived. Back and front door houses defined its landscape unlike the tenements of nearby Ruchazie and Garthamlock. This gave it a high amenity status. Times changed. The city’s East End regeneration scheme revitalized neighbouring areas. Craigend’s building fabric however faces challenges.
Despite these changes Craigend maintains its identity. Three schools Sunnyside Avenue End and St Rose of Lima serve the community. Each carries its own legacy and contributes to the vibrant life of Craigend.
The water towers stand as a reminder of Craigend’s past. They once shone brightly guiding residents home. Now their silence speaks volumes of a community adapting to the currents of time. Craigend remains a neighbourhood where history and present day blend. It’s a place that continues to grow and evolve. Its character enduring through change.