Ardoch Hill

Hill, Mountain in Renfrewshire

Scotland

Ardoch Hill

Inverkip Community Hub At Bridgend at the north end of the village.
Inverkip Community Hub Credit: Thomas Nugent

Ardoch Hill is a prominent hill located in Renfrewshire, Scotland. It forms part of the Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park and stands at an elevation of approximately 327 meters (1,073 feet) above sea level. This makes it one of the highest points in the surrounding area.

The hill is characterized by its gently sloping sides and a rounded summit that offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. It is primarily covered in heather, grasses, and scattered patches of woodland, creating a picturesque landscape.

Ardoch Hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, and nature lovers. Several well-marked trails lead to the summit, providing visitors with various options for exploration and exercise. The paths are generally well-maintained and offer a moderate level of difficulty, making them suitable for both experienced and novice hikers.

While ascending the hill, visitors may encounter a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and a wide range of bird species. The hill's diverse ecosystem also supports a multitude of plant species, contributing to its ecological significance.

Ardoch Hill's location within the Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park ensures that it benefits from the park's conservation efforts, protecting its natural beauty and promoting sustainable recreational activities. The hill's accessibility, stunning views, and rich biodiversity make it a popular destination for locals and tourists alike, seeking to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of Renfrewshire.

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Ardoch Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.894466/-4.8631509 or Grid Reference NS2170. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Inverkip Community Hub At Bridgend at the north end of the village.
Inverkip Community Hub
At Bridgend at the north end of the village.
Painted stones, Inverkip At Inverkip Community Hub <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7666641">NS2172 : Inverkip Community Hub</a>.
Painted stones, Inverkip
At Inverkip Community Hub NS2172 : Inverkip Community Hub.
Former tennis court, Inverkip Undeveloped former Inverkip & Wemyss Bay Sports Club land between Langhouse Road and Kip Park. One of the net posts remains.
Former tennis court, Inverkip
Undeveloped former Inverkip & Wemyss Bay Sports Club land between Langhouse Road and Kip Park. One of the net posts remains.
Log jam on the Daff Burn Excessive rain over a two day period washed these large logs downstream, where they became jammed at the culverts under the A78 Main Road.
Log jam on the Daff Burn
Excessive rain over a two day period washed these large logs downstream, where they became jammed at the culverts under the A78 Main Road.
Sunset over Toward and Bute Viewed across the old power station jetty from Inverkip Yacht Club.

See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7066720">NS1870 : Sunset over Toward and Bute</a>.
Sunset over Toward and Bute
Viewed across the old power station jetty from Inverkip Yacht Club. See also NS1870 : Sunset over Toward and Bute.
NHS Scotland mobile breast screening unit In the car park at Wemyss Bay Community Centre. Part of the Scottish Breast Screening Programme. 

The platform at the top of the steps is a lift for wheelchairs, the steps are on wheels and roll away to the left when the platform is lowered.
NHS Scotland mobile breast screening unit
In the car park at Wemyss Bay Community Centre. Part of the Scottish Breast Screening Programme. The platform at the top of the steps is a lift for wheelchairs, the steps are on wheels and roll away to the left when the platform is lowered.
Leapmoor Forest Looking towards the top of the hill on the main track through the forest.
Leapmoor Forest
Looking towards the top of the hill on the main track through the forest.
Leapmoor Forest On the downhill section towards Hill Farm Estate.
Leapmoor Forest
On the downhill section towards Hill Farm Estate.
Kelly Cut The cut at about halfway between Wemyss Bay and Cornalees. The path is very red and there is some sandstone exposed.
Kelly Cut
The cut at about halfway between Wemyss Bay and Cornalees. The path is very red and there is some sandstone exposed.
Kelly Cut Earthen track beside the old aqueduct, an 1840s extension to the Greenock Cut.
Kelly Cut
Earthen track beside the old aqueduct, an 1840s extension to the Greenock Cut.
Kelly Cut The aqueduct breaches a watershed between the Kelly Glen and Daff Glen. There is a deep cutting here.
Kelly Cut
The aqueduct breaches a watershed between the Kelly Glen and Daff Glen. There is a deep cutting here.
Bridge, Kelly Cut An overflow from the cut, it feeds the Glenshilloch Burn.
Bridge, Kelly Cut
An overflow from the cut, it feeds the Glenshilloch Burn.
Glenshilloch Burn A view down the course of the Glenshilloch Burn from the Kelly Cut.
Glenshilloch Burn
A view down the course of the Glenshilloch Burn from the Kelly Cut.
Half way sign, Kelly Cut Half way from Cornalees to Wemyss Bay.
Half way sign, Kelly Cut
Half way from Cornalees to Wemyss Bay.
Wind turbine near Kelly Mains farm In a field to the north of the farm.
Wind turbine near Kelly Mains farm
In a field to the north of the farm.
Inverkip Power Station Taken from Inverkip Bay.
Inverkip Power Station
Taken from Inverkip Bay.
Kelly Mains Farm
Kelly Mains Farm
Footbridge Over Glenshilloch burn on the Kelly Cut Trail not recommended for a cycle.
Footbridge
Over Glenshilloch burn on the Kelly Cut Trail not recommended for a cycle.
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Ardoch Hill is located at Grid Ref: NS2170 (Lat: 55.894466, Lng: -4.8631509)

Unitary Authority: Inverclyde

Police Authority: Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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