Projects
The key KI projects are listed below. Click on a project to find out more information and the latest news.
This first class facility will provide a modern base for arts activity and community events. It will sit alongside the Forth & Clyde Canal, overlooking the new Southbank Marina. It will:
Host a wide range of... more
A new network of walking and cycling routes will link areas in and around Kirkintilloch. This includes:
The towpaths of the Forth & Clyde canal
The Kirkintilloch Town trail
a new countryside park and path... more
This custom built centre will deliver health care services from East Dunbartonshire Council and NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde. It will:
Combine local health and social services under one roof
Provide health... more
Opened to the public in July 2007 this £7.8m state of the art centre rivals some of the best in Central Scotland. In only one year after opening it obtained a VisitScotland four star quality assurance award.
Set in Woodhead Park, it has helped to... more
This project lies at the heart of the regeneration initiative and is programmed to open late November 2010.
Once complete this 4km road will:
• Link Kirkintilloch to Scotland’s motorway system for the first time
• Run... more
The Southbank area is set to be transformed into a new business and leisure park, with a focus on tourism and craft activity. This project is being led by the East Dunbartonshire Development company and part funded by KI. It will:
Offer... more
To attract customers and visitors to the town centre KI will make the most of many unique features including:
The setting of Kirkintilloch Town centre next to the Forth & Clyde canal and the Campsie Hills
The Roman and industrial heritage... more
Training & Access to Jobs Programme
KI has set a target to create 1,000 new jobs over its lifetime. This programme will:
Help local people to get new jobs and set up new businesses
Working with local agencies like East Dunbartonshire Skills and Learning Team and... more
A number of transport improvements are needed to make the projects work. These include:
The Kirkintilloch link road and Southbank Access road
Traffic management measures on the Lenzie corridor and in Kirkintilloch Town Centre ... more
The former Woodilee hospital site in Kirkintilloch will now be home to a brand new housing development boosting a range of new houses in different shapes and sizes as well as new amenities and community areas.
The Woodilee Housing Development will:
... more
Affordable Housing Developments
Kirkintilloch’s Initiative has set aside funding to help develop supported and affordable housing projects in the area.
They are currently working with East Dunbartonshire Council’s housing department, housing associations and Communities Scotland... more


