Move to convert former paper mill

Carrongrove Paper Mill was closed down in 2005

Ambitious moves to transform a former paper mill into high-quality housing and a business area have been unveiled.

The plans for Carrongrove Paper Mill in Denny, near Falkirk, came after concerns that it could no longer be marketed wholly as an industrial site.

The mill's closure in 2005, following an industry downturn, marked the end of the area's rich industrial past.

The plans, which also include a hydro electric scheme by the River Carron, will be considered by Falkirk Council.

Manufacturing history

At the heart of the development plans would be the conversion of the B-listed Carrongrove House, built in 1862, into homes.

The plans were outlined in a report by council development chiefs.

The history of paper manufacture in Denny and along the River Carron dates back several hundred years.

But after problems which saw the industry hit across the UK, mill owners Inveresk took the decision to shut down operations.

Falkirk Council is also currently taking forward plans to redevelop the town's former Alcan aluminium plant as a business park.