A resident of East Kilbride in South Lanarkshire has described the town as a 'slice of hell cut off from civilisation' in a scathing online review. The critique, posted on the website ILiveHere, where people can review settlements across Britain, did not mince words about the large town located around eight miles from Glasgow.
Resident's Scathing Assessment
The unhappy reviewer claimed to have moved to East Kilbride two and a half years before the critique was published and stated they would 'soon be leaving, by the grace of all that is holy'. They slammed the town's 'famous grey concrete skyline' and wrote: 'All in all, East Kilbride is fine to visit for a day or so—but avoid living here unless you are desperate.' The writer did acknowledge that East Kilbride has 'nicer areas' but did not specify what they are.
East Kilbride's Positive Side
Despite the negative review, East Kilbride has much to offer residents and visitors. Home to around 75,000 people, it is the sixth-largest locality in Scotland by population. It was the first officially designated New Town in Scotland in 1947 and has since grown into a bustling place with countless amenities.
Calderglen Country Park, situated on the eastern edge of town, features a tropical conservatory, pretty gardens, and various trails. The park also houses a small zoo, which costs just £4.50 for adults and £2.30 for children, offering animal experiences with meerkats, wallabies, coatis, and otters.
Historical and Family Attractions
The National Museum of Rural Life in East Kilbride allows visitors to learn about hundreds of years of local and rural heritage and take a tractor-trailer ride. For families with young children, WonderWorld Soft Play caters to children up to 12 years old, with a football pitch and a large selection of slides.
Dining Options
East Kilbride also offers a huge range of food and drink venues, including Asian fusion restaurant Yakitori House, fairytale-themed Once Upon a Table, and all-you-can-eat buffet Booffi. The full review can be read on the ILiveHere website.
