Kingston

Settlement in Renfrewshire

Scotland

Kingston

Barrangary Road Near the shops within the Dargavel Village housing development on the former ROF Bishopton site. — Barrangary Road Credit: Thomas Nugent

Kingston is a small village located in the county of Renfrewshire, Scotland. It is situated approximately 10 miles southwest of the town of Paisley and around 20 miles west of the bustling city of Glasgow.

The village is nestled on the banks of the River Gryfe, providing picturesque views and a peaceful environment. With a population of just over 1,000 residents, Kingston offers a close-knit community atmosphere where neighbors know each other by name.

Despite its small size, Kingston boasts a rich history dating back centuries. The village is home to several historical landmarks, including the Kingston Mains Farm, which dates back to the 17th century. The nearby Kingston Bridge, a prominent feature of the village, offers a scenic crossing over the River Gryfe.

The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities, such as hiking, fishing, and cycling. The nearby Gleniffer Braes Country Park offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and families alike.

While Kingston may not have a wide array of amenities, the village is within easy reach of larger towns and cities, providing residents with access to shopping centers, restaurants, and leisure facilities.

Overall, Kingston offers a peaceful and picturesque setting, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a quieter lifestyle while still being within reach of larger urban areas.

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Kingston Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.90642/-4.5130584 or Grid Reference NS4371. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Barrangary Road

Near the shops within the Dargavel Village housing development on the former ROF Bishopton site.

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Bishopton railway station

Ramped and stepped access to the West bound platform from Station Road.

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Bishopton rugby pitch

Holmpark is the home park of Bishopton Rugby Club.

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Barrangary Farm

On the road to Inchinnan.

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Reilly Quarry

Now a massive landfill site

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Ben Lomond and Highland Boundary Fault from the air

Viewed from a commercial aircraft, south-bound from Glasgow Airport. The River Clyde, Dumbarton, Dumbarton Rock, the Vale of Leven, Loch Lomond and Ben Lomond are the prominent features. The former Royal Ordnance Factory (ROF) at Bishopton covers much of the right foreground. Whitemoss Dam at Old Greenock Road can be seen to the left of centre in the foreground. The Highland Boundary Fault runs from left to right across the centre of the photo.

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Dargavel House

This delightful mansion is owned by BAE Systems, and formed part of the former Royal Ordnance Factory facility at Bishopton which effectively took over and adapted all the buildings on site as part of the business of manufacturing armament propellants. BAE Systems now operate this site and are preparing it for a gradual handover to civilian use. The house is in relatively good repair, and will eventually be incorporated into local community use. With thanks to BAE Site Remediation for access.

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Bishopton ROF Narrow-Gauge Railway

This section of the former MoD facility shows some of the network of narrow-gauge tracks used to transport materials round the site. A private railway junction just north of Bishopton Station provided a standard gauge link with the main line, and this ran the complete circuit of the property. From sidings, components used in the manufacture of propellants were delivered, then transshipped to the extensive narrow-gauge network of tracks that reached almost every building and bunker on the site. This area formed part of the former Royal Ordnance Factory at Bishopton. BAE Systems now operate this site and are preparing it for a gradual handover to civilian use. With thanks to BAE Site Remediation for access.

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Reilly Road

The fence to the right is the boundary of the former munitions factory ROF Bishopton. The fence on the left is the boundary of the Reilly Quarry now a landfill site.

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Old barn near Bishopton

Just off the A8, between Bishopton and the Hatton Brae. The River Clyde and Kirkpatrick Hills are in the distance.

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Fields near Bishopton

Just off the A8, west of Bishopton. The Kilpatrick Hills are in the distance.

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Railway line west of Bishopton

The line runs in a tunnel under this field, emerging in a deep rock cutting behind the wall.

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Railway line west of Bishopton

The line runs in a tunnel under this field, emerging in a deep cutting behind the wall. Dumbuck Quarry can be seen in the distance.

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Railway line west of Bishopton

The Glasgow to Gourock & Wemyss Bay line emerges from the westernmost of a pair of tunnels, into a deep rock cutting. The rockface is clad with mesh at some points, to contain ant rockfalls.

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Railway line west of Bishopton

A deep cutting through solid rock, to the west of Bishopton tunnels on the Glasgow to Gourock & Wemyss Bay line.

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Railway tunnel near Bishopton

The tunnel emerges in a deep cutting, protected by a high wall. Note the wire mesh to contain falling rocks. This is the west portal of the westernmost of the two Bishopton tunnels.

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