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	Bishopbriggs - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Bishopbriggs is an affluent commuter suburb in the northern outskirts of Glasgow, Scotland.
		Bishopbriggs was first documented in Cadder Parish records of 1655, and according to one historian only had eleven residents in the mid-1700s.
		Bishopbriggs’ train station, opened in 1842, underlined its status as the emerging focus of the parish although its expansion was slow throughout the latter half of the nineteenth century, however the Carron Company (an iron and mining concern), was the district’s main employer, building the hamlets of Mavis Valley and Jellyhill to accommodate its workers.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Bishopbriggs (1213 words)

	NationMaster.com - Encyclopedia: Bishopbriggs (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		Lowmoss Prison is on the outskirts of Bishopbriggs which is near to Glasgow It is for low category prisoners who have a sentence of less than 36 months to serve The prison is of wooden, single storey construction, and the accommodation comprises 11 dormitory-style units linked by internal corridors...
		Together with the effect of Springburn people moving outwards to Bishopbriggs, the result was that the centre of density of the congregation was moving North.
		The decision was taken to rebuild in Bishopbriggs rather than Springburn and the new church, designed by Weddell and Thomson of Glasgow, was begun in the summer of 1979 and dedicated on 20th September 1980.
	www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Bishopbriggs (2809 words)

	Bishopbriggs
		Bishopbriggs is a town of approximately 23,000 people, located to the north of Glasgow, Scotland and part of East Dunbartonshire Council.
		Bishopbriggs is also notable for its large villas, constructed during the 1850s adjacent to the then recently completed railway station and also for its larger 1950s and 1960s housing estates.
		Bishopbriggs also houses Lowmoss Prison on the outskirts of the town which is near to a recent local retail park developement.
	encycl.opentopia.com /term/Bishopbriggs (259 words)

	Bishopbriggs Churches Together
		Bishopbriggs Churches Together (BCT) is a body set up by formal agreement between Christian Churches in Bishopbriggs on 25th March 2002.
		There is a long history of good ecumenical relations in Bishopbriggs dating back to the time of the Bishopbriggs Council of Churches, of which BCT is the successor body.
		There are good links between BCT and Bishopbriggs Community Council and BCT is particularly involved in ceremonies associated with the Gala Day in June, the Remembrance Parade in November and the Jubilee Beacon lighting at Hogmanay.
	www.bishopbriggschurches.org.uk (538 words)

	Bishopbriggs AFC - : Quality Purveyors of The Beautiful Game since 1996
		Bishopbriggs took the lead after 15 minutes, when the fit again (well, kind of) Zander Young took the sort of gentle tumble inside the box that would have had Stilian Petrov blushing, to win a penalty.
		Bishopbriggs are still in touch with the league leaders, but need to win their next 2 league encounters to have a realistic chance of success this season.
		Following an analysis of the season so far, Bishopbriggs are considering moving all of their games to a kick off time of either 8.15 or 11.15.
	www.freewebs.com /bishopbriggsafc/previousseasons.htm (16659 words)

	Bishopbriggs: Facts and details from Encyclopedia Topic (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		Bishopbriggs is a dormatory suburb of approximately 23,000 people, EHandler: no quick summary.
		Bishopbriggs is also notable for its large villas, EHandler: no quick summary.
		Bishopbriggs also houses Lowmoss Prison[For more, click on this link] on the outskirts of the town which is near to a recent local retail park developement.
	www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/b/bi/bishopbriggs.htm (645 words)

	EAST DUNBARTONSHIRE TOWN CENTRES
		Bishopbriggs is located on the northern edge of Glasgow and has a population of 23,500, making it East Dunbatonshire’s third largest town.
		Bishopbriggs is located on the northern edge of Glasgow and has a population of approximately 23,500, making it East Dunbartonshire’s third largest town.
		There are three buildings of special architectural and historical interest in the town centre; the local library (formerly Bishopbriggs High School), the Crow Tavern on the edge of the town centre and St Matthew’s Church.
	www.edtc.co.uk /bishopbriggs.html (629 words)

	Bishopbriggs
		Apparently in the days of the Lanarkshire Fire Brigade, Bishopbriggs station was known as the “House of Correction” as that was where you were posted if you did anything wrong as it was far out and difficult to get to.
		The new fire station being built in Bishopbriggs is due for completion in June.
		Bishopbriggs' latest asset is due to be completed in mid October.
	www.btinternet.com /~graeme.kirkwood/SFB/F02.htm (460 words)

	Bishopbriggs AFC - : Quality Purveyors of The Beautiful Game since 1996
		Bishopbriggs have long been quoted as a second half team, capable of playing only 45 minutes per week.
		Bishopbriggs survived an early surge of pressure from the visiting Naz side to eventually run out winners of a competitive match.
		Bishopbriggs continued to look dangerous, and the match was sealed with a fifth goal when a Z Young shot — previously destined for the corner flag - broke to Number 10.
	www.freewebs.com /bishopbriggsafc/storyofseason0405.htm (8953 words)

	St James the Less Episcopal Church, Bishopbriggs, Glasgow, Scotland
		Visitors are always welcome and the church is ecumenical in its approach - keen to build bridges and work together with other Christians.
		However, closure of the brass and steel foundries in Springburn began a rapid population decline which devastated the community and threatened the life of every church in the area.
		By 1974, plans for the Springburn by-pass coincided with major repair work being needed to the church building and this led to the decision that the church would have to be demolished and rebuilt.
	www.stjamesbishopbriggs.org.uk (506 words)

	Bishopbriggs Community Church, Glasgow - Contact Us
		Located just over 4 miles from Glasgow city centre, Bishopbriggs is a suburb of Glasgow which lies to the north.
		You are now at Bishopbriggs village (large Morrisons on the RHS) Continue straight on through the next two sets of lights and turn right into Cowden Drive immediately before the third set of lights located at the Eagle Lodge.
		First left into Park Avenue and Bishopbriggs Community Church is at the end.
	www.bishopcc.org.uk /contact/directions.html (195 words)

	Robroyston - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The development of the Nova Technology Park [1] also looks to boost the local economy and jobs market.
		However, the area remains dependent on nearby Bishopbriggs for most vital services; including churches, schools, and recreational facilities.
		As a result there have been calls for the area to be formally incorporated within Bishopbriggs and transferred from the City of Glasgow to the control of East Dunbartonshire Council.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Robroyston (289 words)

	2300 people in Bishopbriggs sign petition to say "Save Our Post Office" (Jo Swinson) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		The huge response was achieved with the help of dozens of people across Bishopbriggs who not only signed the petition themselves, but also took extra forms and collected signature from friends, family and neighbours.
		She continued, "It is however good news that in the meantime the Post Office is actively seeking out alternative options should Morrisons continue to ignore the wishes of the community.
		Next story: BandQ Bishopbriggs - new scheme to reduce plastic bag litter welcomed by Jo (Mon 1st Nov 2004).
	www.joswinson.org.uk /news/47.html (334 words)

	Glasgow Guide: GGBB -> Bishopbriggs
		I know that Bishopbriggs is technically just outside Glasgow but I'm thinking of moving there (with the wife and kids) and would like to know anything and everything about the area.
		Bishopbriggs is a good place to move to.
		Bishopbriggs Cross has a couple of eating places, Indian restuaraunt and pubs selling food.
	discuss.glasgowguide.co.uk /index.php?showtopic=3129 (435 words)

	Flood Relief Scheme for Bishopbriggs (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		Work is underway on the second phase of a multi-million-pound programme to alleviate the threat of flooding in Glasgow’s Bishopbriggs area.
		This outlay is in addition to £1.8million already invested on the first part of the Bishopbriggs Flood Alleviation Scheme, which is aimed at eliminating problems in areas that suffer from excess surface water during very heavy rain.
		For Arnold Avenue, the plan is to construct a relief sewer from Arnold Avenue to Kenmure Avenue, and connect to a 900mm diameter sewer which was constructed in 2000 as part of the Bishopbriggs Relief sewer.
	www.scottishwater.co.uk /portal/page?_pageid=219,512772&_dad=portal&_schema=PORTAL (480 words)

	Books: Old Bishopbriggs (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		Old Bishopbriggs charts the development of the town from its position as a minor industrial player at the beginning of the last century to dormitory suburb status today.
		As well as Bishopbriggs itself, Auchinairn, Colston, Kenmure House, Mavis Valley, St Mary's Boys School and Cadder are also included.
		This is an interesting book with a lot of good pictures showing a place that can seem a bit dull on the surface to visit today.
	www.stenlake.co.uk /books/116.htm (123 words)

	Bishopbriggs railway station - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Bishopbriggs railway station is a railway station serving Bishopbriggs in East Dunbartonshire.
		It is located on the Glasgow to Edinburgh via Falkirk Line, but is only served by SPT services on the Croy Line.
		Train times and station information for Bishopbriggs railway station from National Rail
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Bishopbriggs_railway_station (126 words)

	Local bus, coach and rail information for Bishopbriggs (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		Bishopbriggs is in the Glasgow City council area (Postcode: G64).
		Information on hotels near Bishopbriggs is available here, holiday cottage in this area are available here and other holiday accommodation here.
		Details are also available for travel insurance, flights from Bishopbriggs.
	www.carlberry.co.uk /rfnshowl.asp?L1=BIS039 (260 words)

	Glasgow University Archive Services - Collections - Summary Catalogue - Records of Blackie & Son Ltd, publishers, ...
		In 1829, the Edinburgh and Glasgow companies purchased the firm of Andrew and J M Duncan, printers to the University of Glasgow, at Villafield, between Stanhope Street and Parson Street, close to Glasgow Cathedral, and moved Hutchison and Brookman into the newly acquired premises.
		In 1837, Robert Hutchison retired from the printing business, now working from Bishopbriggs and known at that date as George Brookman and Co, and a new printing business was established under the name W G Blackie and Co. Walter Graham Blackie (1816-1906) was the second son of John Blackie, senior.
		During the second world war, Blackie and Son Ltd used 1/3 of their Bishopbriggs works space for the manufacture of 25 pound shells for the Ministry of Supply.
	www.archives.gla.ac.uk /collects/catalog/ugd/051-100/ugd061.html (1182 words)

	Bishopbriggs Dating (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		A 71-year-old woman is in a serious condition in hospital after being struck by a car in Bishopbriggs.
		The woman was crossing Kirkintilloch Road in Bishopbriggs on Friday when she was struck by a...
		The photographic work, entitled Bishopbriggs is by Roderick Buchanan, and is the first fruit of his...
	www.adatingagency.co.uk /personals/datingindex3046.html (598 words)

	Bishopbriggs Flowers (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		Bishopbriggs Horticultural Society held their annual flower show last...
		Halting for a moment at Bishopbriggs Station, we are informed by an exceedingly civil and...
		Maxiflora is a Bishopbriggs Flowers flower and floral resource.
	www.maxiflora.co.uk /flowers1/Bishopbriggs-flowers.html (766 words)

	Website launched to help save Bishopbriggs Post Office (Jo Swinson) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		The website is designed as a resource to help groups campaigning against closures in different areas communicate and co-ordinate their efforts.
		The name of the website www.fewerreasons.org.uk is intended to remind Morrisons that getting rid of Post Offices to make room for more 'fresh produce' is at odds with their own marketing message of "more reasons to shop at Morrisons".
		Judging by the responses to my petition, for many people in Bishopbriggs the Post Office is one of the main reasons to shop at Morrisons.
	www.joswinson.org.uk /news/50.html (358 words)

	Scottish Golf Union
		Bishopbriggs Golf Club, redevoping two of its holes to create a purpose built practise area for junior golfers
		Bishopbriggs Golf Club is heading the drive to introduce more children to golf in
		A dam was built, channels were dug and underground pumps were installed to lower the water table by a metre.
	www.scottishgolfunion.org /Index.cfm?action=newsdetail&newsid=209 (574 words)

	Overview of Bishopbriggs (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		Situated 3 miles (5 km) north of Glasgow, south of the Forth and Clyde Canal, the town of Bishopbriggs has devloped since the 18th Century in association with coal mining, brickmaking, quarrying, engineering and publishing.
		A rail-connected oil and gas depot which was established in the 1970s close din the 1990s.
		Bishopbriggs has three high schools and a retail and industrial park at Westerhill.
	www.geo.ed.ac.uk /scotgaz/towns/townfirst451.html (113 words)

	Councillors vote on £100m schools plan - Evening Times (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		Bishopbriggs High and Thomas Muir High would merge and five other schools — Bearsden Academy, Douglas Academy in Milngavie, Kirkintilloch High, St Ninian's High in Kirkintilloch, and Turnbull High in Bishopbriggs — would be rebuilt, if the proposals are given the go-ahead.
		The tighter rules are being introduced ahead of the school building programme as the new schools will be smaller than those they are replacing.
		Although most of the parents live in Glasgow their children attend Bishopbriggs primaries as their homes are near the border between the two local authorities.
	www.eveningtimes.co.uk /print/news/5027896.shtml (462 words)

	Bishopbriggs Flatshare, Flatsharing, accommodation and property for rent (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		Bishopbriggs Click Flatshare is for rental property and accommodation, if that is in a flat share, bedsit or self-contained accommodation, in Bishopbriggs.
		There are bits of help spread about the Bishopbriggs Click flatshare about Bishopbriggs sharing and renting, based on my property and accommodation experiences living and working in several towns and cities.
		The optimum way to use Bishopbriggs Click Flatshare is to paste in an ad and see what comes up.
	www.clickflatshare.co.uk /Bishopbriggs/A.asp (376 words)

	ESTATE AGENTS BISHOPBRIGGS, Lanarkshire for houses for sale and property to rent
		Drive around the areas of Bishopbriggs you're interested in to see if there are any new houses being built which may not be advertised yet.
		Estate Agents in Bishopbriggs can be a good source of property to rent and of course the internet is a very useful resource.
		Most Estate Agents in Bishopbriggs will be happy to provide a valuation free of charge, after all, they will get a large commission if they sell your property.
	www.home-for-sale-uk.com /lanarkshire/estate-agents-bishopbriggs.html (890 words)

	Bishopbriggs Golf Club Glasgow
		About Bishopbriggs Golf Club: In 1906 a group of golf enthusiasts consisting of mainly railway workers on the Northside of Glasgow leased 54 Hectares of land in the Kenmure area of Bishopbriggs, a large part of which is adjacent to the Forth & Clyde Canal.
		They commissioned the renowned golf course architect James Braid in October of that year to design a number of the 9 holes of a parkland course to be built and the golf course was opened in 1907.
		Just in case the golf course was not successful they could then recoup their investment by selling the "house" or even make a tidy profit.
	www.scottishholidays.net /client/g/002-001-003.html (337 words)

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