Dumbarton
Translating as 'fort of the Britons', Dumbarton is a town in West Dunbartonshire. It is on the north bank of the River Clyde where the River Leven joins the Clyde estuary in Scotland. In times past, Dumbarton was the capital of the ancient Kingdom of Alclud, then the county town of Dunbartonshire, being a Royal burgh between 1222 and 1975. Standing over the town is Dumbarton Castle, located atop Dumbarton Rock, which has a long history, recognised primarily for its significant role in the War of Independence by being the jail of William Wallace after his capture by the English. As a Scheduled Ancient Monument, Dumbarton Rock is lawfully protected from any sort of work taking place on the rock, including prohibiting such activities as rock climbing. Dumbarton was bombed on a large scale in the course of the Second World War, as the German air force was targeting shipyards, with Clyde and Leven Street being greatly impacted. Decoy lights were repeatedly placed on the Kilpatrick hills above the town and on tanks in the attempt to simulate those of the shipyards and to dupe the bombers, which had a reasonable degree of success. Although Dumbarton was known for its shipbuilding, glassmaking and whisky production, the decline of these markets in the 20th century has actually suggested that it is predominantly a commuter town for its 20527 residents. The town is home to Dumbarton F.C., playing in the Scottish Professional Football League at Scottish Championship level. The Denny Civic Theatre is used by a selection of regional groups, such as the Dumbarton People's Theatre who put on many performances. For all of your house upgrades, make certain to make use of trusted professionals in Dumbarton to make certain of quality.