The 'vile' Scottish village that was named the 'armpit of Scotland'

Daily Record

18 hours ago

Despite the scathing review, it is a lovely place for a day trip.
Scotland is home to countless iconic destinations that are known all over the world. However, there are many lesser-known gems dotted around the country that even many Scots don't know about.
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From the Scottish Borders to the Highlands and islands, there is a wealth of villages and towns just begging to be explored. Despite this, not all of these settlements are universally beloved.
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The Daily Record previously looked at one Highlands village that was described online as the "bottom of the world". However, as we reported, the settlement is set amidst stunning surroundings and offers a wealth of things to see and do.
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Now, we are turning our attention to another village that has been the subject of harsh words. Tullibody is situated in the Central Lowlands in the Clackmannanshire council area.
On website ILiveHere, where locals and tourists can review cities, towns, and villages across the UK, the village received a very critical write-up. It was even described by the writer as the "armpit of Scotland".
The reviewer wrote: "Tullibody, also known as Tullibuggin' by the locals, is an apparent quaint little toon in the Heart of Clackmannanshire, but we all know this is just a smoke screen."
The writer singled out the central Tron Court area of the village, which they described as "infamous", and described the "vileness" of the braes. However, other sections such as Ladywell Drive and St Serfs, were described by the reviewer as "alright".
While Tullibody received scathing criticism from one writer, it is a lovely place to visit for either a day trip or staycation.
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The village is surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, with many unique attractions in the area.
One of the top sights in Tullibody is the Delph Pond, which is situated between Delph Wynd, Alloa Road, and Delph Road. Once used for curling during the winter, it is home to ducks, frogs, fish, and even swans.
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For younger visitors, the village also features the Jump N Joy indoor playground. The unique attraction features 30 high-performance trampolines, as well as a variety of activities on offer.
Elsewhere, just outside of Tullibody is the Cambus Pools Nature Reserve. The wetland reserve, which attracts a wide variety of birds and other wildlife, offers spectacular views of the Upper Forth river and the Ochil Hills.
Tullibody is relatively small, with a population of around just 8,000. Despite this, there are various restaurants and other eateries dotted around the village and surrounding area.
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One of these is The Inn At Cambus, which is around just 20 minutes on foot from the centre of Tullibody. The pub and restaurant serves everything from light bites such as baked potatoes to full dishes including beef lasagne and steak pie.
Elsewhere, another top food spot in Tullibody is the Leo's Fast Food takeaway. The fish and chip shop offers a wide selection of fish suppers, as well as pizzas, pies, and more.