Further downstream was the Earl of Wigton's ancient corn mill of Duntiblae, where local people took their grain for grinding.

The corn mill was burned down during the middle years of the nineteenth century but was rebuilt as a factory for making spades and shovels.

During 2011, the existing grass football pitch surface at Waterside has been upgraded with the installation of a new drainage system and sand slits.

[1] For the park's last event before this work began, a special charity match was arranged with local residents Paul Hartley and former Celtic hit man John Hartson captaining each of their teams.

Many local celebrities took part in the match, such as former Saint Ninian's High pupil, and now star of The Thick Of It, Peter Capaldi.