Linn Park, Urban park in south Glasgow, Scotland
Linn Park is an 82-hectare green space in south Glasgow with woodland areas, river paths, and open grasslands. The grounds contain an 18-hole golf course, two children's playgrounds, an equestrian center, and an orienteering course.
The Maxwell family owned the land before Glasgow Corporation acquired it in 1919 and converted it into a public park. Cathcart Castle, dating from the 15th century, originally stood at the northern end before being removed in 1980.
The park's name comes from the waterfall on White Cart Water, which flows through the grounds alongside walking paths. Visitors notice this waterway immediately when exploring the space.
The park is easily accessible on foot with wide paths suitable for various activities. Visitors should note that certain areas such as the equestrian center or golf course may require separate registration.
Linn House, built in 1811 for a clergyman and later redesigned by a well-known architect, still stands at the center of the park. The building reveals how private estates transformed into shared public spaces.
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