Inchinnan

Settlement in Renfrewshire

Scotland

Inchinnan

The Rashilee Light A navigation beacon on the south bank of the River Clyde. The green compressed gas cylinder used to power the light, but it is now powered by a small solar panel on the southwest side at the top beside the light. See Canmore <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/350802/river-clyde-rashilee-light" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/350802/river-clyde-rashilee-light">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>.
The Rashilee Light Credit: Richard Sutcliffe

Inchinnan is a village located in the Renfrewshire council area of Scotland. Situated on the south bank of the River Clyde, it lies approximately 10 miles west of Glasgow city center. With a population of around 1,500 residents, Inchinnan is a small but vibrant community.

The village has a rich historical background, dating back to the medieval period. It was once home to the influential Inchinnan Abbey, which was founded in the 12th century and played a significant role in the region's religious and cultural life. Today, only ruins of the abbey remain, but they serve as a reminder of Inchinnan's historical roots.

Inchinnan is well-connected to the rest of Renfrewshire and Glasgow, making it an attractive location for commuters. The nearby Glasgow Airport, one of Scotland's busiest airports, is just a stone's throw away, providing convenient travel options for both residents and visitors.

Despite its small size, Inchinnan offers a range of amenities and services to its residents. These include a primary school, a community center, and a local pub. The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities, with picturesque walks along the riverbank and nearby parks.

Overall, Inchinnan is a charming village that combines historical significance with modern conveniences. Its proximity to Glasgow and excellent transport links make it an appealing place to live for those seeking a peaceful, yet well-connected, community.

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Inchinnan Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.889755/-4.4480066 or Grid Reference NS4769. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Rashilee Light A navigation beacon on the south bank of the River Clyde. The green compressed gas cylinder used to power the light, but it is now powered by a small solar panel on the southwest side at the top beside the light. See Canmore <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/350802/river-clyde-rashilee-light" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/350802/river-clyde-rashilee-light">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>.
The Rashilee Light
A navigation beacon on the south bank of the River Clyde. The green compressed gas cylinder used to power the light, but it is now powered by a small solar panel on the southwest side at the top beside the light. See Canmore LinkExternal link.
The Rashilee Light A navigation beacon on the south bank of the River Clyde. The green compressed gas cylinder used to power the light, but it is now powered by a small solar panel on the southwest side at the top beside the light. See Canmore <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/350802/river-clyde-rashilee-light" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/350802/river-clyde-rashilee-light">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>.
The Rashilee Light
A navigation beacon on the south bank of the River Clyde. The green compressed gas cylinder used to power the light, but it is now powered by a small solar panel on the southwest side at the top beside the light. See Canmore LinkExternal link.
The Rashilee Light A navigation beacon on the south bank of the River Clyde. The green compressed gas cylinder used to power the light, but it is now powered by a small solar panel on the southwest side at the top beside the light. See Canmore <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/350802/river-clyde-rashilee-light" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/350802/river-clyde-rashilee-light">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>.

The Erskine Bridge is visible in the distance.
The Rashilee Light
A navigation beacon on the south bank of the River Clyde. The green compressed gas cylinder used to power the light, but it is now powered by a small solar panel on the southwest side at the top beside the light. See Canmore LinkExternal link. The Erskine Bridge is visible in the distance.
Flaking paint and graffiti The green paint on the compressed gas cylinder used to power the Rashilee Light <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7072343">NS4770 : The Rashilee Light</a> is flaking and has also been covered by some colourful graffiti.
Flaking paint and graffiti
The green paint on the compressed gas cylinder used to power the Rashilee Light NS4770 : The Rashilee Light is flaking and has also been covered by some colourful graffiti.
Park Quay Disused quay on the River Clyde.
Park Quay
Disused quay on the River Clyde.
Sign for Newshot Island Local Nature Reserve Erskine's only Nature Reserve. The Inner Clyde estuary is an internationally designated site for the protection of wintering wading birds.
Sign for Newshot Island Local Nature Reserve
Erskine's only Nature Reserve. The Inner Clyde estuary is an internationally designated site for the protection of wintering wading birds.
Newshot Island Boat Graveyard Two of about 50 barges, punts and other vessels abandoned in the mud between Erskine and Newshot Island. Many of these were used during the deepening of the channel of the River Clyde in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Newshot Island Boat Graveyard
Two of about 50 barges, punts and other vessels abandoned in the mud between Erskine and Newshot Island. Many of these were used during the deepening of the channel of the River Clyde in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Newshot Island Despite the name, Newshot Island isn't actually an island, as it is connected to the southern bank of the River Clyde. The Inner Clyde estuary is an internationally designated site for the protection of wintering wading birds.

The NHS Golden Jubilee Hospital can be seen on the other side of the river.
Newshot Island
Despite the name, Newshot Island isn't actually an island, as it is connected to the southern bank of the River Clyde. The Inner Clyde estuary is an internationally designated site for the protection of wintering wading birds. The NHS Golden Jubilee Hospital can be seen on the other side of the river.
Clearing, Newshot Island LNR A clearing within the wooded area of Newshot Island Local Nature Reserve.
Clearing, Newshot Island LNR
A clearing within the wooded area of Newshot Island Local Nature Reserve.
Footpath beside Newshot Island LNR The footpath goes past the edge of Newshot Island Local Nature Reserve and leads to Newshot Drive.
Footpath beside Newshot Island LNR
The footpath goes past the edge of Newshot Island Local Nature Reserve and leads to Newshot Drive.
Footpath, Newshot Island Local Nature Reserve
Footpath, Newshot Island Local Nature Reserve
Rough grassland Looking towards the River Clyde and the Rashilee Light.
Rough grassland
Looking towards the River Clyde and the Rashilee Light.
Kilpatrick Drive Pandamonium Play Centre can just be seen in the distance.
Kilpatrick Drive
Pandamonium Play Centre can just be seen in the distance.
View across Clyde to Newshot Island More of a peninsula than an island
View across Clyde to Newshot Island
More of a peninsula than an island
India of Inchinnan They once made motor car tyres.
India of Inchinnan
They once made motor car tyres.
Inchinnan The Old Greenock Road and the Braehead Tavern
Inchinnan
The Old Greenock Road and the Braehead Tavern
Barnsford Bridge Spans the Black Cart near the Glasgow Airport.
Barnsford Bridge
Spans the Black Cart near the Glasgow Airport.
Flood plain beside River Clyde Photographed from the end of Torran Drive
Flood plain beside River Clyde
Photographed from the end of Torran Drive
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Inchinnan is located at Grid Ref: NS4769 (Lat: 55.889755, Lng: -4.4480066)

Unitary Authority: Renfrewshire

Police Authority: Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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