Clackmannanshire
Locator map for the Scottish administrative region of Clackmannanshire.
Unitary authority in central Scotland, bordering the north side of the Firth of Forth. A former county (until 1974), it was a district of Central region (1975–96).
Area
161 sq km/62 sq mi
Towns Alloa (administrative headquarters), Tillicoultry |
Physical
compact geographical area comprising the extensive flat flood plain of the River Devon, which rises dramatically at the Ochil Hills to Ben Cleuch (721 m/2,365 ft)
Industries
brewing, distilling, manufacture of bottles and knitwear
Agriculture
intensive on flood plain of Forth; less intensive on Ochil Hills
Population
(2001) 48,100
Economy This is based largely on small enterprises in a mixed economy. |
Environment There are ten sites of special scientific interest and one country park. |
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