Monkland Canal
Derelict since the 1950s, much of the Monkland Canal has been built over, but sections survive in water and are prized as an amenity by local people.
The Monkland Canal, constructed to bring coal from mines in the south-west of Glasgow, was a roaring financial success in its time but has suffered greatly during the 20th century. After closure, the M8 motorway was built on its route and many other sections were obliterated. Nonetheless, there is some local boating, and the canal forms an attractive part of local parks.
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