Frances Hill

Hill, Mountain in Renfrewshire

Scotland

Frances Hill

Ardgowan Point Viewed from the slip at Inverkip Yacht Club.
Ardgowan Point Credit: Thomas Nugent

Frances Hill is a prominent hill located in Renfrewshire, Scotland. Standing at an elevation of approximately 161 meters (528 feet), it is a notable landmark in the region. The hill is situated near the town of Paisley, just to the southwest of the city of Glasgow.

Frances Hill is part of a range of hills known as the Renfrewshire Heights, which stretch across the central belt of Scotland. It is characterized by its distinctive conical shape and offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The hill is easily accessible, with a network of paths and trails leading to its summit. These paths are popular among hikers, walkers, and nature enthusiasts, who can enjoy the tranquility of the hillside and the diverse flora and fauna that inhabit the area.

The summit of Frances Hill provides an ideal vantage point to admire the scenic beauty of Renfrewshire. On a clear day, visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of the Clyde Valley, with its picturesque villages and rolling hills. Additionally, the hill offers a glimpse of the urban landscape of Paisley and Glasgow.

Frances Hill holds historical significance as well. It is believed to have been named after a local landowner or notable figure from the area's past. The hill has witnessed various events and changes throughout history, contributing to its cultural value.

Overall, Frances Hill is a cherished natural landmark in Renfrewshire, offering both recreational opportunities and a chance to connect with the region's rich heritage.

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Frances Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.910072/-4.8549875 or Grid Reference NS2172. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ardgowan Point Viewed from the slip at Inverkip Yacht Club.
Ardgowan Point
Viewed from the slip at Inverkip Yacht Club.
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.
Inverkip twilight Looking towards Toward Point, Bute and Arran.
Inverkip twilight
Looking towards Toward Point, Bute and Arran.
Clyde Sunset Taken without filters, this picture shows the sun setting over the River Clyde and Toward, Argyll. The mothballed Inverkip Power Station is on the left.

August 2013 update - the power station has been demolished, the chimney was demolished by explosives on 28th July 2013 <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/search.php?i=43122060&page=1&displayclass=slide" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/search.php?i=43122060&page=1&displayclass=slide">Link</a> . Only the jetty and some service buildings remain.
Clyde Sunset
Taken without filters, this picture shows the sun setting over the River Clyde and Toward, Argyll. The mothballed Inverkip Power Station is on the left. August 2013 update - the power station has been demolished, the chimney was demolished by explosives on 28th July 2013 Link . Only the jetty and some service buildings remain.
On Location A film crew in the grounds of Ardgowan Estate filming a scene for a future episode of "Taggart". Ardgowan House and the surrounding estate are promoted as film and TV locations <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://ardgowan.co.uk/services/filmlocationvenue.asp" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://ardgowan.co.uk/services/filmlocationvenue.asp">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> and have been used as a location for several TV shows recently.
On Location
A film crew in the grounds of Ardgowan Estate filming a scene for a future episode of "Taggart". Ardgowan House and the surrounding estate are promoted as film and TV locations LinkExternal link and have been used as a location for several TV shows recently.
Homeward Bound Yachts return to Kip marina following an almost wind-free evening's racing in the Firth of Clyde between Inverkip and Innellan.
Homeward Bound
Yachts return to Kip marina following an almost wind-free evening's racing in the Firth of Clyde between Inverkip and Innellan.
Ardgowan Point The old stone jetty is known as The Laird's Dyke. Kilmun Hill is prominent in the background across the Clyde.
Ardgowan Point
The old stone jetty is known as The Laird's Dyke. Kilmun Hill is prominent in the background across the Clyde.
Laird's Dyke The Laird's Dyke is an old stone and concrete jetty, presumably related to nearby Ardgowan House. A closer view of the power station jetty in the background can be seen here <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/290005">NS1870 : Oil Jetty at Inverkip power station</a>
Laird's Dyke
The Laird's Dyke is an old stone and concrete jetty, presumably related to nearby Ardgowan House. A closer view of the power station jetty in the background can be seen here NS1870 : Oil Jetty at Inverkip power station
Ardgowan Point Viewed from the beach near Kip marina.
Ardgowan Point
Viewed from the beach near Kip marina.
Vandalised tree Successive camp fires lit against the base of this tree on the coast at Ardgowan Point finally took their toll.
Vandalised tree
Successive camp fires lit against the base of this tree on the coast at Ardgowan Point finally took their toll.
Moorings off Inverkip These moorings are just off Inverkip yacht Club <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/289606">NS2071 : Inverkip Yacht Club</a>. The jetty is no longer in use and has been replaced by a more modern one a few yards to the south <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/536011">NS2071 : Beach at Inverkip yacht Club</a>. Innellan is visible across the Clyde.
Moorings off Inverkip
These moorings are just off Inverkip yacht Club NS2071 : Inverkip Yacht Club. The jetty is no longer in use and has been replaced by a more modern one a few yards to the south NS2071 : Beach at Inverkip yacht Club. Innellan is visible across the Clyde.
Logs One of several felled trees in Crow Wood at Ardgowan Point.
Logs
One of several felled trees in Crow Wood at Ardgowan Point.
The Laird's Dyke Old jetty made of concrete blocks at Ardgowan Estate. Bullwood quarry near Dunoon can be seen across the Clyde.
The Laird's Dyke
Old jetty made of concrete blocks at Ardgowan Estate. Bullwood quarry near Dunoon can be seen across the Clyde.
Concrete blocks On the rocky shoreline at Ardgowan Point. There are two blocks, each about 5 feet high, most likely WWII tank traps.
Concrete blocks
On the rocky shoreline at Ardgowan Point. There are two blocks, each about 5 feet high, most likely WWII tank traps.
Ardgowan Point Looking into the north wind towards Lunderston Bay and Cloch Point.
Ardgowan Point
Looking into the north wind towards Lunderston Bay and Cloch Point.
Clyde sunset Looking towards Innellan and Toward Point from Kip Marina.
Clyde sunset
Looking towards Innellan and Toward Point from Kip Marina.
Ardgowan Point Viewed from The Laird's Dyke <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/610411">NS1972 : The Laird's Dyke</a>. Strone Point and Kilmun Hill can be seen across the Clyde. Note the concrete blocks on the beach to the right <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/610425">NS1972 : Concrete blocks</a>.
Ardgowan Point
Viewed from The Laird's Dyke NS1972 : The Laird's Dyke. Strone Point and Kilmun Hill can be seen across the Clyde. Note the concrete blocks on the beach to the right NS1972 : Concrete blocks.
The Laird's Dyke Looking out from the dyke, which is an old jetty within Ardgowan Estate,  across the Clyde to Innellan and Toward Point.
The Laird's Dyke
Looking out from the dyke, which is an old jetty within Ardgowan Estate, across the Clyde to Innellan and Toward Point.
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Frances Hill is located at Grid Ref: NS2172 (Lat: 55.910072, Lng: -4.8549875)

Unitary Authority: Inverclyde

Police Authority: Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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