Top five reasons to move to East Dunbartonshire

Are you thinking of making the move to a semi-rural location, but you still want to enjoy all the benefits of being near a city? East Dunbartonshire offers this and a whole lot more as it’s only 14 miles from Glasgow.

For those looking to enjoy a slower pace of life, a home for a growing family or somewhere with great commuter links, then East Dunbartonshire is the place to be. There are plenty of local areas to choose from, including Kirkintilloch, Bearsden and Lenzie. In this blog, we’ve listed our top five reasons why your next home should be in East Dunbartonshire, home to our Weaver’s Brae development. 

1. Outdoor spaces in East Dunbartonshire

The school holidays may be over but we’re still hopeful for some warmer weather on the horizon and our Weaver’s Brae development is in close proximity to great outdoor spaces and walking trails.

• Mugdock Country Park: If you and the family love the outdoors, then Mugdock Country Park is a must visit. It offers 270 hectares of woodland, a children’s playpark and adventure trail and the ruins of Mugdock castle. The park also has a surviving piece of the historic Antonine Wall, which was built during the Roman Empire, so an interesting visit for history buffs too.
• Luggie Park: Green space for kids to run about and a place to walk the dog. Kirkintilloch skate park is popular with young people and only a minute away over a path across Luggie water.
• Lenzie Moss: A local nature reserve that has a great network of walks where you can spot local wildlife. Perfect for a walk or run.

2. Shop local in East Dunbartonshire

We are passionate about supporting local businesses, and the areas in which we build tend to have plenty of brilliant local stores to suit all your needs.

• Moss Flowers: No home is complete without a beautiful arrangement of flowers, so if you’re looking for the perfect fresh flowers for your home, or a gorgeous bouquet as a gift, look no further than Moss Flowers, which is located in the heart of Lenzie.
• Billington’s of Lenzie: With homemade, artisan and locally sourced produce, you’ll be spoiled for choice at the award-winning Billington’s deli. It’s the perfect place to pick up some exceptional ice cream or why not try some freshly baked treats? You can also treat the family to a handmade afternoon tea for special occasions.
• homegrown garden centre: Located in Gartcosh, homegrown offers the best in plants and soft furnishings to make your new build the perfect sanctuary. It also offers a fantastic café, dishing up superb coffee and serving up delicious soup, sandwiches and cakes.

3. Restaurants in East Dunbartonshire

Looking for the perfect place to enjoy a romantic date night, enjoy a brunch with friends or to celebrate those important family milestones? We’ve found some of the best local spots for you.

• Mariana: An authentic, family run Italian restaurant in Kirkintilloch that serves delicious food daily. Enjoy a relaxed breakfast, lunch or dinner all made with the best local and Italian produce.
• The Stables: Offering the best in traditional pub grub with hearty favourites, The Stables offers seasonal dishes too, along with a crackling log fire. The perfect stop after a Sunday stroll.
• Dnisi: Looking for somewhere to grab a coffee, why not stop at Dnisi. Specialising in hand baked scones, delicious fresh soup and roasted in store coffee, it’s the ideal spot to have a catch up or enjoy a lunch with friends.

4. Connected to the city

You’re well connected to Glasgow in East Dunbartonshire, reaching the city in just 14 minutes from Lenzie train station, perfect for those who want to play their part for the planet and ditch the car. The train station is only moments from Weaver’s Brae. Or take advantage of the park and ride at nearby Robroyston train station, where you can reach Glasgow in just 11 minutes and Edinburgh in 45 minutes.

5. Top schools in East Dunbartonshire

If you are new to the area and looking for local schooling, then there are plenty of established primary and secondary schools in East Dunbartonshire, including Gartconner and Holy Trinty Primary Schools, along with Kirkintilloch and St Ninian’s Secondary Schools, all within a mile of our Weaver’s Brae development.

Regular events in East Dunbartonshire

East Dunbartonshire has plenty of events that take place every year, we’ve picked a few that we think you might enjoy:

• Kirkintilloch Canal Festival: The festival is an annual event and is organised by the local council. It includes the local Gala day, this year taking place over the weekend of 31^st August and 1^st
• Kirky Picture Palace: Taking place at various times throughout the year, Kirky Picture Palace runs at Kirkintilloch Town Hall, showing classic films for everyone.
• Lenzie Rugby Club events: Lenzie Rugby Club offers lots for locals to take part in including Mayfest, which brings the community together to enjoy sport, food and music from the local area.

As you can see, there are plenty of reasons why you should make your next move to East Dunbartonshire, from highly sought after schools, fantastic commuter links and local events for family fun.

If you are a young or established family, a downsizer or retiree, there is something for everyone at our Weaver’s Brae development, located near Kirkintilloch. On offer are three-, four- and five-bedroom homes, and one-bedroom cottage apartments, with now only three properties remaining for a move this year. Find out more on our development page.