The connifers in the foreground are what remains of the formal plantings in the old grounds of Cowden Hall. The Spire of St. Thomas's can be seen on the horizon and also that of Neilston Parish Church hidden behind trees. [http://www.streetmap.co.uk/streetmap.dll?G2M?X=246660&Y=656875&A=Y&Z=3/]Map location[/url]