BEST 30 GREENOCK (SCOTLAND - UK) | Places to Visit
Things to do in Greenock - Scotland - UK.
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RANKING All Places in Inverclyde From WORST To BEST……
Hello everyone yous may remember I did one on ranking places in Renfrewshire make sure to check that out after this. Basically in this video I just rank all the places in Inverclyde from worst to best as I have vlogged all the towns and Villages there!
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CRAZY CALMAC CHALLENGE! Find 4 photo spots 60 years later | Gourock, Dunoon, Rothesay Largs & Calmac
I have a pack of Scottish souvenir playing cards. Each card has a photo taken somewhere in Scotland. My challenge is to visit these four locations, and try and find the exact spot those photos were taken - 60 years after the event. #calmac
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Poorest Towns in the UK - Greenock, Inverclyde
It’s now time to talk about the ugly sides of towns and cities in the UK that many of the adherents of such towns don’t want to hear. No matter how positively we try to look at the town of Greenock, Inverclyde, we would always find that it is one of the poorest towns in the United Kingdom. If you are objective enough, you won’t be shocked that it is. After all, this is not the first time the town would be ranked this way. You likely have seen it listed among the poorest towns in Scotland. However, is this town poor? If it is, why is it poor? What effect has that had on aspects of life in this town?
Greenock in Brief
Before we go into all that, please let’s tell you a bit more about Greenock. It’s a town in the Inverclyde area. Greenock was home to Greenock Dockyard Company, a shipbuilding firm, the demolished Easter Greenock Castle, Greenock Morton FC, a Scottish football team, and Greenock Telegraph, an Inverclyde local newspaper.
It used to be a former constituency of the British House of Commons, of Greenock and Port Glasgow, a former constituency of the UK House of Commons, and Greenock and Inverclyde, a former constituency of the Scottish Parliament. Today, it is an administrative center in the Inverclyde Council area, though a former burgh within the Renfrewshire historic county. It’s a Scottish town located in the west-central Lowlands.
Is Greenock Really Poor?
Do we really have any justification for describing Greenock as one of the poorest towns in the UK? Let’s look at what stakeholders say about this. We’ll consider statistics and the living cost.
The unemployment rate of the 1970s and 1980s as a result of the decline in industries hasn’t really abated. It continued into the dawn of the millennium such that even two decades into the 21st century, the town still needs to grapple with a serious lack of jobs.
As of October 2012, the unemployment rate in Greenock was 5.3 percent. That was above the Scottish average of 3.9 percent. Of course, this figure was for the Scottish Parliament constituency which includes Gourock, Inverkip, Port Glasgow, and Wemyss Bay. Yet, Greenock’s figure was even worse, if taken in isolation. Ten years, later things have only started improving.
Index of Multiple Deprivation
In reviewing matters of poverty and affluence in the UK, the Index of Multiple Deprivation data is crucially relevant. In this regard, the Scottish Index of Multiple Deprivation (SIMD) is informative. In several SIMDs, this town appears to be seriously lagging. For example, in the latest of this study, Greenock’s center was named the poverty black spot. According to the report, the Inverclyde area, which is mainly Greenock, has the largest share of deprived areas.
This is especially apparent in the domains of income and health, according to the study of these. Even on other indicators such as crime, unemployment, quality of life, and how long people in Greenock need to travel to get to a GP, things aren’t bright for the town. BBB Scotland’s social affairs correspondent, Chris Clement remarked that there were few surprises in that SIMD update regarding its ranking of Inverclyde as Greenock fell from 23 in the last rank to the most-deprived town center in Scotland. He had earlier noticed a high number of hard-drug-related hospital admissions. Ranking second-worst in health outcomes isn’t unexpected. By the way, the town has also been scoring low repeatedly on educational outcomes.
Comparing the economic situation of the town in 2016 to what was in 2020, Jim Clocherty the deputy leader of the Inverclyde Council said that they have discovered that more investment was needed in Greenock communities. While analyzing the available figures, he said: “These figures are a bitter pill to swallow and show that investment can’t come soon enough. No part of Scotland wants to be labeled as the ‘most deprived.”
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The best day trips from Edinburgh (Scotland)
The very best day trips from Edinburgh by train or bus: there's no need to rent a car to see some Scotland! Whether you've planned a long or a short trip to Scotland, there's a good chance you can add at least a few hours by train or bus to your itinerary to explore the Scottish countryside or an amazing castle. Some of the Scotland day tours you can find on the blog are absolutely easy to plan on your own, and can be a budget option as well, especially if you're looking to stay off the beaten track!
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Places to see in ( Port Glasgow - UK )
Places to see in ( Port Glasgow - UK )
Port Glasgow is the second largest town in the Inverclyde council area of Scotland. The population according to the 1991 census for Port Glasgow was 19,426 persons and in the 2001 census was 16,617 persons. The most recent census in 2011 states that the population has declined to 15,414. It is located immediately to the east of Greenock and was previously a burgh in the former county of Renfrew.
The town was originally named Newark but due to ships not being able to make it all the way up the shallow river Clyde it was formed as a port for nearby Glasgow in 1668 and became Port Glasgow in 1775. Port Glasgow was home to dry docks and shipbuilding beginning in 1762.
The town grew from the central area of the present town and thus many of the town's historic buildings are found here. Port Glasgow expanded up the steep hills inland to open fields where areas such as Park Farm, Boglestone, Slaemuir and Devol were founded. This area has subsequently become known as upper Port Glasgow and most of the town's population occupies these areas.
The town is served by Port Glasgow railway station (main station) in the town centre and Woodhall railway station in the east end of the town. Both stations are on the electrified Inverclyde Line which has frequent services to the termini at Glasgow Central, Gourock and Wemyss Bay. All trains stop at Port Glasgow, Woodhall has a less frequent service.
From 1869 to 1959 the town was also served by rail at Port Glasgow Upper railway station on the Greenock and Ayrshire Railway. This station was later demolished. The town is connected to nearby Glasgow by the A8 dual carriageway and the M8 motorway. Glasgow Airport located 21 km (13 mi) to the east is the closest airport to Port Glasgow.
The origins of Port Glasgow go back to the construction by Sir George Maxwell between 1450 and 1477 of the New Werke of Finlastoun, which became Newark Castle. At a good anchorage near the castle, a small fishing hamlet known as Newark formed, like other scattered hamlets along the shores of the River Clyde.
Newark Castle stands very close to the shore of the Clyde, and dates to around 1484. It was home to the Maxwell Family, but they no longer lived in the castle after 1694. By 1800 the castle was surrounded by shipyards, but today only Ferguson's shipyard remains, standing immediately to the west of the castle. A park and waterfront walkway have been constructed to the east, on the site of Lamont's shipyard and Smith & Houston's shipbreaking yard.
About a mile upstream from the castle and its surrounding park, several acres of the Clyde foreshore at Parklea are owned by the National Trust for Scotland. For many years the land has been leased to the local council as playing fields. When the NTS acquired the land it was regarded as protecting the foreshore from the widespread acquisition by shipyards. However, this did not prevent the construction of extensive timber ponds along this stretch of the river.
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The Gateway to Glasgow - Greenock Scotland Cruise Port 2023!
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Dunoon - In Search of Fairies
A ferry trip to Dunoon, with a look at Castle Hill, Highland Mary's statue, and Morag's Fairy Glen.
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Towns in Scotland: Greenock Inverclyde
Would you like to know more about Greenock Inverclyde town in Scotland? Our journey through the towns and cities in the UK has taken us out of England again. So, apologies to those who may be expecting us to remain in England and pick another town there this time. Of course, we have a good number of videos on the cities and towns in England and you’re encouraged to watch them on this channel. We’re now turning to towns in Scotland; Greenock Inverclyde is now our point of call. However, this is not to say that we’re done with cities and towns in England. No, we’re only seeing to it that we give all the towns and cities everywhere in the UK equal coverage. Please enjoy this video about Greenock, Inverclyde.
About Greenock
Greenock is a town in the council area of Inverclyde near Glasgow in Scotland. This town is located in the west-central Lowlands of Scotland forming a contiguous urban area with Gourock and Port Glasgow to the west and the east respectively. Lying south bank of the Clyde at the Tall of the Bank,” it’s where the Clyde River deepens into the Firth of Clyde.
This town is surrounded by suburbs and famous areas such as Spango Valley located to the west of the town. The popular Bogston Railway Station that is on the Inverclyde Line, at Bogston located at the East end of Greenock in the Inverclyde council area is 35 kilometers west of Glasgow Central.
Historical Development of Greenock
As far back as 1164, the coast of Greenock had formed a broad bay with three small indentations as a safe anchorage. However, the most reliable history of Greenock can be traced back to the late 16th century when it appeared on the world scene as a small fishing village. A pier and breakwater were created the following century on the banks of the Clyde River. This introduced Greenock to the world as part of the shipbuilding business. In the early 18th century, it was converted into the main port.
As of the mid-19th century, the number of sugar ships docking at Greenock had reached 400 and there were about 14 sugar refineries operating in the town. This increased the prestige of the town and its buildings such as the Municipal Buildings which had an impressive 75-meter tower. Sadly, the Second World War dealt a devastating blow to Greenock.
Though the industry attempted to resuscitate the economy of the town, it did not reach its height again. In fact, the unemployment rate was high in the 1970s and 1980s. This continued throughout the remaining part of the 20th century. Efforts are still being made in this 21st century to ensure the big town returns to its hay days. It appears that tourism became an unexpected bonus for the town’s economy. Friendly residents are readily available to provide support for tourists.
Greenock’s Cultural Background
The cultural characteristics of Greenock could be seen in its TV, film, and literature. However, let us first talk about The Mother’s Club founded in 1801 by the Ayrshire-born merchants. It was the first Burns Club in the world. There is also the Mclean Museum, the largest in the Inverclyde area. It features exhibitions of the James Watt works and a collection of Egyptian artifacts.
There was the Arts Guild Theatre which was replaced in 2013 by the Greenock Arts Guild's Beacon Arts Centre in a new building located at Greenock’s Custom House Quay. This 500-seater theater regularly hosts programs of plays, concerts, musical expeditions, comedy performances, and other events. It also has a Studio Theatre provision and a multifunction Gallery Suite which provides rooms for rehearsal and meeting. The rooms combine as space and café for events or performances.
The McLean Museum and Art Gallery provides other cultural experiences. There you can learn about shipbuilding in the town.
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Gourock Bay Greenock Inverclyde
Gourock Bay is admired by all those visiting and currently living in Greenock Inverclyde. You may know the area well of you may still be weighing up your options and pros and cons of the various locals. If you need any assistance then please don’t hesitate to ask
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Gourock To Greenock Scotland
The ferry port town of Gourock sits on the south bank of the Firth of Clyde, 28 miles west of Glasgow.
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Scotland's Scenic Drives: The Clyde Coast (Part 6) Gourock
In this Video (Part 6), we will be driving through the seaside town of Gourock.
Looking for day trip, staycation, road trip ideas in Scotland, look no further!
As part of my work i get to drive through some of the most outstanding scenery on some of Scotland's best and most scenic roads which I would like to share with you.
The whole series of clips is a drive from Glasgow along the Clyde coast and finally ending up in Ardrossan. This can easily be added to the Best of scotland road trips. Views over the River Clyde, Firth of Clyde and beyond to the Isles of Bute, Arran and Cumbrae. Passing by the historic towns of Paisley, Erskine, Port Glasgow, Greenock, Gourock, Wemyss Bay, Ardrossan and finally Saltcoats. All of these locations offer great opportunities for staycations and easily accessible daytrips from either Glasgow, Edinburgh or all over the central belt.
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7. Cloch Lighthouse to Inverkip,
8. Inverkip to Wemyss Bay,
9. Skelmorlie to Largs,
10. Largs to Hunterston,
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12. Ardrossan and Saltcoats.
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Wemyss Bay Railway Station
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Wemyss Bay Railway station in Inverclyde Scotland has been rated as one of the 10 best railway stations in the United Kingdom.
Located some 26 Miles (42 Km) West of Glasgow it served as a terminus station and connection point to the MacBraye ferry services providing portage to the Isle of Bute.
Designed by James Miller in 1903 under contract for the Caledonian RailwayCompany, It is one of the most striking examples of creative use of Glass and steel curves. It is a category A listing and deserves special recognition for it’s outstanding architectural qualities.
Sadly the station suffered from years of neglect, thankfully reversed when a joint consortium of Network Rail, Inverclyde Council and the Scottish government embarked on a major refurbishment scheme in June 2014 – taking almost 2 years to complete. At conclusion of the works the station buildings and adjacent ferry terminal were fully restored.
Construction of a single track line to Wemyss Bay from Greenock commenced in 1862 providing an important link to Clyde Steamer Services. The provision of this branch line cut the journey time to the Islands by half, with travel time to Rothsay on the Isle of Bute cut to just an hour and a half – instead of a 3 hour journey by steamer from Glasgow.
The formation of the Wemyss Bay Steamboat Company, who were vested with ownership of the connecting Steamers opened the route in May 1865. It is easy to imagine all the Victorian travellers in their finery having a day out “Doon the Watter”. The route also provided access to Largs, Millport and the Isle of Cumbrae.
The line was electrified by British Rail in 1967 using the 25000 V Alternating Current system in use elsewhere in the country.
There were three platforms in use up until 1987, with two still in use today.
Services to Wemyss Bay are hourly from Glasgow and take approximately 55 minutes.
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Discovering the Charm of Largs, Scotland
**🌊 Rediscovering Largs: Seaside Charm and More!**
The last time I set foot in Largs, my visit was fleeting, for I was en route to the enchanting Millport via ferry. The town had beckoned me with promises of its own, and today, I returned with the sole purpose of uncovering its hidden treasures.
Largs, situated on the picturesque Firth of Clyde in North Ayrshire, Scotland, lies approximately 33 miles from Glasgow. Its original name, resonating with Scottish Gaelic, signifies the slopes. With its charming seaside resort, complete with a pier, Largs proudly flaunts its historical ties to the Vikings. An annual festival, held in early September, celebrates this rich heritage.
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Places to see in ( Rothesay - UK )
Places to see in ( Rothesay - UK )
The town of Rothesay is the principal town on the Isle of Bute, in the council area of Argyll and Bute, Scotland. Rothesay can be reached by ferry from Wemyss Bay which offers an onward rail link to Glasgow. At the centre of the town is Rothesay Castle, a ruined castle which dates back to the 13th century, and which is unique in Scotland for its circular plan. Rothesay lies along the coast of the Firth of Clyde.
The old town centred around Rothesay Castle, which dates from the 13th century. Long-ruinous it is nevertheless picturesque, and formed a focal point for tourists from the beginning of its evolution into a seaside resort. Rothesay was the county town in the civil parish of Rothesay in county of Bute, which included the islands of Great Cumbrae, Little Cumbrae and Arran. The county buildings, now partially closed down, overlook the castle. During the Victorian era, Rothesay developed as a popular tourist destination.
The heir to the British throne is known in Scotland as the Duke of Rothesay. This practice was begun by Robert III, who regularly resided at Rothesay Castle, and first granted the title to his son David in 1398. The title was given to the heir of the Scottish throne until the Union of the Crowns in 1603. Unlike the equivalent English title of Duke of Cornwall, there is no land attached in the form of a Duchy. The main landowner on the island is the Marquess of Bute, whose principal seat, Mount Stuart, is located a few miles to the south.
Rothesay is no longer the seaside town it used to be, with more tourists going to warmer countries such as Spain. However, since the recession tourist numbers have increased. Rothesay was granted a multimillion-pound harbour development project just in time for an arrival of the next generation lower firth ferries Argyle and Bute.
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