Call Hillhead Joiners on 07710 096553 if you are looking for local, professional joiners and carpenters who cover the Kippen area. We are a professional joinery and carpentry company who are 100% customer focussed.  We have over 20 years of experience in the local joinery and carpentry industries, and are known for our professionalism and high-quality workmanship. We have established a strong reputation for exceptional customer satisfaction, we are very proud that our clients consistently praise our attention to detail, timely project completion, and excellent communication throughout the process. View our customers Google Reviews below.

INTERNAL JOINERY WORKS

• New internal doors, facings and skirtings
• Wood wall panelling
• Media walls
• Timber sliding sash and case window restoration and refurbishment
• Real wood and laminate flooring supply and fitting service
• Bespoke wardrobe storage solutions

EXTERNAL JOINERY WORKS

• Glass balustrade system supply and fitting service
• Timber decking and composite decking supply and fitting service
• Garden Pergolas
• All types of timber fencing
• Wooden garden gates and driveway gates
• New doors and windows

The job doesn’t finish until our customer is 100% happy enough to sign off on the project. If you want quality work that is thorough and comes with a guarantee, you have found the perfect team. Hillhead Joiners Stirling are highly skilled and creative. Their joiners have all achieved Advanced Craft City and Guilds certification, ensuring customers receive top-quality workmanship.

JOINERS KIPPEN

Here is a short history on Kippen

Kippen is a picturesque village in Stirlingshire, Scotland, with a rich and varied history that stretches back centuries. Nestled between the Carse of Stirling and the southern foothills of the Trossachs, Kippen has been shaped by its strategic location, agriculture, and local industries. Over the years, it has been home to significant historical events, legendary figures, and cultural traditions that have left a lasting legacy.

Early History and Origins

The name Kippen is thought to come from the Gaelic word Ceapan, meaning “little stump” or “place of the small hill.” Its location near the old Roman road that ran through Stirlingshire suggests that the area may have been inhabited since ancient times. The village sits on elevated ground, offering stunning views over the Forth Valley, and has long been a crossroads for travelers moving between the Highlands and Lowlands.

During medieval times, Kippen was a small but important settlement, benefiting from its proximity to Stirling, a key stronghold of Scottish kings. The village was surrounded by fertile land, which allowed farming to thrive. Agriculture has remained a cornerstone of Kippen’s economy throughout its history, with cattle rearing, grain production, and later, dairy farming playing essential roles.

The Legend of the King of Kippen

One of Kippen’s most famous historical anecdotes dates back to the late 15th or early 16th century. The story revolves around a local landowner, Sir David Edmonstone, who reportedly had a dispute with King James IV of Scotland. According to legend, Edmonstone refused to pay tolls on cattle passing through his lands, leading to a confrontation with the king. Amused by the landowner’s boldness, James IV humorously declared him the “King of Kippen.” The nickname stuck, and to this day, the story remains one of Kippen’s most celebrated historical tales.

Jacobite Connections and 18th-Century Growth

During the Jacobite uprisings of the 17th and 18th centuries, Kippen, like many areas in central Scotland, found itself caught between rival factions. The village was situated near key routes used by Jacobite and government forces, and local families were divided in their loyalties. While Kippen did not witness major battles, it was indirectly affected by the conflicts that swept through Stirling and the surrounding countryside.

By the 18th century, Kippen had grown into a bustling rural community. The development of local industries such as weaving and milling helped diversify the economy. The construction of better roads improved trade links with Stirling and Glasgow, allowing for the export of agricultural products and textiles.

Call Hillhead Joiners on 07710 096553 if you are looking for local, professional joiners and carpenters who cover Kippen and the surrounding urban and rural communities:

Stirling, Aberfoyle, Balfron, Bridge of Allan, Buchlyvie, Callander, Cambusbarron, Cambuskenneth, Causewayhead, Denny, Dollar, Doune, Dunblane, Falkirk, Gargunnock, Gartmore, Gleneagles, Kippen, Larbert, Menstrie, Stenhousemuir, Tillicoultry and all of Central Scotland.