Huge droves of black highland cattle were driven through Torwood on their way to the famous Falkirk Trysts at Redding, Roughcastle and Stenhousemuir.

A local place name first recorded in 1711.  It lay close to the Pow Burn. 

Jimmy McMullan who was born in Denny, played for Scotland as one of the Wembley Wizards who defeated England 5-1 in 1928. He was first ever manager of Aston Villa. 

Lizzie Jakub served as a crossing patrol guard in the area for many years and is fondly thought of in the area having passed away in recent years.

Associated with Carron Company.  Benjamin Franklin the famous 18th century American politician and scientist was a close associate of the Carron Company and visited in 1771. 

Archie Graham lived in Maddiston where he died aged 80.  He was a Councillor and started the Maddiston football team as well as the Central Boy's Association.  He ran the Maddiston sports day for many years, when Maddiston had a gala day, and helped with the old folks hall.