Croy, North Lanarkshire

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Croy is a village in North Lanarkshire, Scotland. It sits between Kilsyth to the north and Cumbernauld to the south, about 13 miles from Glasgow and 37 miles from Edinburgh. The village grew as a mining community in the 1800s and has about 1,400 residents today. In Scottish Gaelic, Croy is called An Crothaidh.

Transport and location
Croy is a busy railway hub on the Glasgow–Edinburgh line, with frequent services each day to both cities and to Stirling. The line and station have been upgraded in recent years, including expanded platforms and better parking.

History and landmarks
On Croy Hill, northeast of the village, are remains of the Antonine Wall built by the Romans around AD 142–144. There are several forts and beacon platforms, and a nearby bath house. The Croy Railway Viaduct, known as the “four arches,” is a notable local landmark that visitors can reach via a heritage path beside the station.

Community and amenities
Croy has a Roman Catholic heritage, with Holy Cross Primary School and Holy Cross Church serving the community. A large, modern sports facility opened in 2012, offering a full-size football pitch and a community pavilion. In the past, the Croy Miners Welfare Club received a National Lottery grant to build a leisure facility, but the club closed in 2012. The village also has shops, takeaways, a bakery, a barber, and a salon. The Croy Shrine near Nethercroy, built around a spring, was restored and rededicated in 2014.

Sports and connections
Despite its small size, Croy has strong links to Celtic FC. The village has been home to Celtic supporters and has featured local clubs and players connected with the team.

Recent news
In 2020, a local councillor from Croy faced historic abuse charges, stepped down, and was later found guilty in 2022, receiving a six-year prison sentence.