Carmyle facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Carmyle
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| Country | Scotland |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | GLASGOW |
| Postcode district | G32 |
| Dialling code | 0141 |
| Ambulance | Scottish |
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Carmyle (pronounced "car-MYLE") is a neighbourhood in the east of Glasgow, Scotland. It is located just north of the River Clyde. Carmyle feels a bit like a quiet village, even though it's part of a big city. This is because it's a bit separated from the main city area. It is managed by the Glasgow City Council as part of the Shettleston ward.
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History of Carmyle
Carmyle's name first appeared when Herbert, the Bishop of Glasgow (who lived from 1147 to 1164), gave the land to a group of monks called the Cistercians. These monks belonged to an abbey called Neubotle (now Newbattle) in Midlothian. This abbey was started by King David I, whose mother, Queen Margaret, helped spread Christianity in early Scotland.
What Does the Name "Carmyle" Mean?
The name Carmyle comes from an old language called Cumbric. It means "bare town." This name probably made sense because much of the land around Carmyle was once covered in forests. However, the areas near the River Clyde were very good for farming. So, people likely cleared the land in Carmyle early on to grow crops. This would have made it a "bare town." Today, a group of priests called the Verona Fathers live in a building that was once known as Carmyle House.
Carmyle and the Church
After Bishop Herbert gave Carmyle to the church, kings and popes often confirmed that the monks owned the land. However, a document from 1263 shows that the monks no longer owned it for a while. A charter from 1268 explains what happened. Bishop John Cheyam bought the land of Kermil (Carmyle) with his own money and help from another church leader. He then set aside this land to support three priests. These priests would hold church services in Glasgow Cathedral.
However, the next bishop, Robert Wishart, seemed to ignore this arrangement. This led to a disagreement, and church officials asked the Pope for help in 1275. The Pope asked other bishops to look into the matter, but we don't know what the final decision was.
Different Names for Carmyle
Over time, the area and village of Carmyle were known by many different names. These included Carmyld, Karmyle, Kermil, Neddyr Carmyle, Overe Carmyle, and Wester Carmyled. Around 1579, the name Hutchesoune was added to the area known as Nether Carmyle. This was because Thomas Hutcheson owned the land. His two sons later started the famous hospital and school in Glasgow that still carry their family name.
Location of Carmyle
Carmyle feels like a small, quiet village rather than a busy city neighbourhood. This is because it's a bit separate from the main parts of Glasgow.
Rivers and Nearby Areas
The River Clyde flows right to the south of Carmyle. On the other side of the river is the Westburn area of Cambuslang in South Lanarkshire. There used to be a bridge called the Westburn Viaduct that connected the two sides for walkers, but it is now closed. The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service National Training Centre and Clydesmill Community Fire Station are also on the south side of the river. They are built where a large power station used to be.
North and West of Carmyle
To the north of Carmyle, across some railway lines and the M74 motorway, are other Glasgow areas like Auchenshuggle, Foxley, and Mount Vernon. To the west of Carmyle, there is a large area with many businesses and factories. This area was once home to the Clyde Iron Works, which operated for a very long time.
East of Carmyle
The land to the east, near Kenmuir, is mostly undeveloped. Some of it used to be farmland or coal mines. There are plans to build many new homes in this area in the future.
Getting Around Carmyle
Carmyle has good transport links, making it easy to travel to and from the area.
Carmyle Railway Station
Carmyle railway station first opened in 1866. It closed in 1964 but then reopened in 1993. It's a small station with two platforms and no staff. Trains from Platform 1 go to Glasgow Central and Rutherglen. Trains from Platform 2 go to Mount Vernon, Baillieston, Bargeddie, Kirkwood, and Whifflet. ScotRail operates these train services.
Bus Services and Motorway Access
Carmyle also has bus services that connect it to Glasgow city centre, The Forge Shopping Centre in Parkhead, and Cambuslang. The village is also very close to the M74 motorway. This motorway makes it easy to travel to other parts of Scotland. An extension of the M74, connecting Carmyle to Glasgow City Centre, was completed in 2011.
Churches in Carmyle
Carmyle has two main churches that serve the local community.
Carmyle Church
The current Carmyle Church of Scotland, located on Carmyle Avenue, was built in 1907. It cost about £2,500 at the time. The church has a unique design, with a belltower that looks like it has an onion-shaped dome on top. The church officially opened on March 7, 1907. Besides weekly services, the church is used by local groups like Brownies and parent and toddler groups. It also hosts a regular thrift shop. Carmyle Church shares a minister with Kenmuir Mount Vernon Church and is also connected with Sandyhills Church. Services are held every Sunday at 12:00 PM.
St Joachim’s RC Church
After a big change in Scotland called the Protestant Reformation, the Catholic faith almost disappeared from Carmyle. The land that belonged to the church was then owned by individuals. It wasn't until 1829, when new laws made it easier for Catholics, that the Catholic Church began to grow again in Scotland. Many Catholics from the Highlands and Ireland moved to the area during the Industrial Revolution, which led to more Catholics living in Carmyle.
By the mid-20th century, there were enough Catholics in Carmyle to need their own church. Before this, they were part of St Joseph's parish in Tollcross. From 1954, priests from St Joseph's held services for Carmyle Catholics in the local Welfare Hall. The St. Joachim's parish was officially started in July of that year.
Local people worked hard for 10 months to turn an old farm building into a Chapel Hall, which opened in June 1955. A new church, designed by a famous architect named Coia, was then built. This new church, the current St Joachim's, opened in September 1957. The village of Carmyle became part of Glasgow city in 1975.
Schools in Carmyle
Carmyle has two primary schools that have interesting histories.
Carmyle Primary School
Carmyle Primary School became well-known in the mid-1970s because it was rebuilt with a very unusual "flying saucer" or open-plan design. This was quite rare in Scotland at the time. Sadly, the school was damaged by a fire in 1993 and had to be rebuilt again. The new building is also a modern, open-plan design.
St Joachim's Primary School
St Joachim's Primary School is connected to St Joachim's Catholic Church. It was also built in 1975 with the same "flying saucer" design as Carmyle Primary. This design was created by Edward Allan. St Joachim's Primary also had a fire, which meant it had to be knocked down. It was rebuilt with a new design in the early 1980s.
Fun Things to Do in Carmyle
Carmyle has a few places for people to relax and have fun.
Local Pub and Bowling Clubs
The village has one pub called The Auld Boat Hoose. It's also known as the "bottom shop" and is on River Road. It's across from where a boat used to take people across the Clyde from the Cambuslang side. There used to be another pub, but it has since closed and been replaced by houses.
Carmyle has two bowling greens. Carmyle Bowling Club is near The Auld Boat Hoose. It has been part of the Glasgow and Scottish Bowling Associations since the 1960s. Foxley Bowling Club, on Carmyle Avenue, started in 1914. It gets its name from the nearby Foxley estate. Many people from Carmyle are members of these clubs, and they often have friendly competitions.
Walter Smith
Walter Smith, a very famous football manager, grew up in the Gardenside area of Carmyle. Although he was born in Lanark, he became one of the most successful managers in the history of Rangers F.C.. He also managed the Scotland national football team.
Clydeford Bridge
The Clydeford Bridge was built in 1976. It carries cars and people over the River Clyde on the A763 road. This bridge helps connect Carmyle to an industrial area and the M74 motorway. The bridge is located between Cambuslang and Carmyle. Its name comes from Clydeford Road, which was named after an old shallow crossing point (a "ford") across the river nearby. The Clydeford Bridge replaced an older bridge, the Cambuslang Bridge, which was built in 1892. The old bridge is still there but is closed to traffic.
On the south side of the Clydeford bridge, near the Clyde Walkway and National Cycle Route 75, there is a cool metal sculpture of a wading bird. It was created in 1998 by a well-known artist named Andy Scott. It's called the Carmyle Heron, even though it's actually on the Cambuslang side of the river.
