Auchmountain Glen

Valley in Renfrewshire

Scotland

Auchmountain Glen

PS Waverley off Greenock A popular sight on the Clyde in the summer months, thankfully back in service after recent issues.

This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21.
PS Waverley off Greenock Credit: James T M Towill

Auchmountain Glen is a picturesque valley situated in Renfrewshire, Scotland. With its stunning natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere, it has become a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The glen is nestled between rolling hills and dense forests, creating a breathtaking backdrop for visitors. Its location, just a few miles from the town of Paisley, makes it easily accessible to both locals and tourists. The valley is encompassed by the River Gryffe, which meanders through the glen, adding to its charm.

The glen is known for its rich biodiversity, with a wide variety of plant and animal species calling it home. It boasts a diverse range of flora, including ancient oak trees, wildflowers, and moss-covered rocks. The glen is also a haven for wildlife, with red squirrels, badgers, and numerous bird species frequently spotted by visitors.

There are several well-maintained walking trails that wind through Auchmountain Glen, providing opportunities for exploration and relaxation. The trails offer stunning views of the surrounding landscape, including the nearby Kilpatrick Hills and the Clyde Valley.

For those seeking a peaceful retreat, Auchmountain Glen is the perfect escape. Its idyllic setting, combined with the sounds of the flowing river and the gentle rustling of leaves, creates a serene atmosphere that allows visitors to connect with nature and find solace in its beauty.

Overall, Auchmountain Glen in Renfrewshire is a true gem, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the natural wonders of Scotland's landscape.

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Auchmountain Glen Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.934187/-4.7468304 or Grid Reference NS2874. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

PS Waverley off Greenock A popular sight on the Clyde in the summer months, thankfully back in service after recent issues.

This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21.
PS Waverley off Greenock
A popular sight on the Clyde in the summer months, thankfully back in service after recent issues. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21.
MV Argyll Flyer in James Watt Dock, Greenock The MV Argyll Flyer is one of two vessels which operate the passenger-only service from Gourock to Dunoon and is currently out of service and berthed at James Watt Dock in Greenock.

This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21.
MV Argyll Flyer in James Watt Dock, Greenock
The MV Argyll Flyer is one of two vessels which operate the passenger-only service from Gourock to Dunoon and is currently out of service and berthed at James Watt Dock in Greenock. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21.
Carwood Court Sheltered housing complex, operated by Bield Housing <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bield.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bield.co.uk/">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> .
Carwood Court
Sheltered housing complex, operated by Bield Housing LinkExternal link .
Auchendarroch Street Near the Bawhirley Road junction.
Auchendarroch Street
Near the Bawhirley Road junction.
East Crawford Street Substantial semi-detached sandstone villas at the junction with Bawhirley Road.
East Crawford Street
Substantial semi-detached sandstone villas at the junction with Bawhirley Road.
An old wash house Behind a house on East Crawford Street, viewed from Bawhirley Road.
An old wash house
Behind a house on East Crawford Street, viewed from Bawhirley Road.
Greenock East United Reformed Church On Bawhirley Road. Demolished 2021.
Greenock East United Reformed Church
On Bawhirley Road. Demolished 2021.
Millar Street Off Strone Crescent, near Kilmacolm Road.
Millar Street
Off Strone Crescent, near Kilmacolm Road.
Millar Street Looking towards the Corlic Street shops from Strone Crescent.
Millar Street
Looking towards the Corlic Street shops from Strone Crescent.
Whinhill railway tunnel Looking east from Whinhill station. A second, disused, parallel tunnel is hidden by the undergrowth on the right.
Whinhill railway tunnel
Looking east from Whinhill station. A second, disused, parallel tunnel is hidden by the undergrowth on the right.
Whinhill railway station The departure and information board on the single platform at the station which is located between Port Glasgow and Drumfrochar on the Wemyss Bay branch of the Inverclyde Line.
Whinhill railway station
The departure and information board on the single platform at the station which is located between Port Glasgow and Drumfrochar on the Wemyss Bay branch of the Inverclyde Line.
Whinhill railway station Looking west from the single platform at the station which is located between Port Glasgow and Drumfrochar on the Wemyss Bay branch of the Inverclyde Line.

The long disused line to the paper mill at Overton branched off to the left where the mast is now standing <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://maps.nls.uk/geo/explore/side-by-side/#zoom=16&lat=55.93974&lon=-4.74954&layers=161&right=ESRIWorld" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://maps.nls.uk/geo/explore/side-by-side/#zoom=16&lat=55.93974&lon=-4.74954&layers=161&right=ESRIWorld">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> .
Whinhill railway station
Looking west from the single platform at the station which is located between Port Glasgow and Drumfrochar on the Wemyss Bay branch of the Inverclyde Line. The long disused line to the paper mill at Overton branched off to the left where the mast is now standing LinkExternal link .
Electrical cabinet manufacturer's plate By Samuel James Engineering Ltd, of Leicester <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://samuel-james.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://samuel-james.co.uk/">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> . Seen on a metal box opposite the platform at Whinhill railway station.
Electrical cabinet manufacturer's plate
By Samuel James Engineering Ltd, of Leicester LinkExternal link . Seen on a metal box opposite the platform at Whinhill railway station.
Greenock Health & Care Centre The new health centre on Wellington Street, on the site of the former Wellington Academy. Opened in 2021 to replace the old health centre on nearby Duncan Street.
Greenock Health & Care Centre
The new health centre on Wellington Street, on the site of the former Wellington Academy. Opened in 2021 to replace the old health centre on nearby Duncan Street.
Greenock  Health  & Care Centre  car park Serving the new (2021) health centre on Wellington Street, which is in the background.
Greenock Health & Care Centre car park
Serving the new (2021) health centre on Wellington Street, which is in the background.
Railway line in central Greenock  The Gourock branch of the Inverclyde Line runs through three tunnels between  Greenock Central station and the terminus at Gourock. This short stretch of exposed track is at King Street, with Greenock telephone exchange prominent.
Railway line in central Greenock
The Gourock branch of the Inverclyde Line runs through three tunnels between Greenock Central station and the terminus at Gourock. This short stretch of exposed track is at King Street, with Greenock telephone exchange prominent.
The Oak Mall The Crown  Street  entrance to the mall, with the A78 High Street above.
The Oak Mall
The Crown Street entrance to the mall, with the A78 High Street above.
Smartcard reader at Drumfrochar railway station One of two similar readers at the station which reads smartcards which are preloaded with journeys. This one is at the Peat Road entrance, the other is at the Lemmon Street entrance.
Smartcard reader at Drumfrochar railway station
One of two similar readers at the station which reads smartcards which are preloaded with journeys. This one is at the Peat Road entrance, the other is at the Lemmon Street entrance.
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Auchmountain Glen is located at Grid Ref: NS2874 (Lat: 55.934187, Lng: -4.7468304)

Unitary Authority: Inverclyde

Police Authority: Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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Located within 500m of 55.934187,-4.7468304
Whinhill
Naptan AtcoCode: 9100WHINH
Network: National Rail
Network Website: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/wnl/
Network Wikidata: Q26334
Operator: ScotRail
Public Transport: station
Railway: station
Ref Crs: WNL
Train: yes
Wikidata: Q2492489
Wikipedia: en:Whinhill railway station
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Barrier: kissing_gate
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Shelter
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Give Way
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Give Way
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The Monarch of Auchmountain Glen Stag
Artist Name: George Wyllie
Artwork Type: sculpture
Material: metal
Tourism: artwork
Lat/Long: 55.9356777/-4.7427598
Waste Basket
Waste: dog_excrement
Lat/Long: 55.933893/-4.7461294
Grit Bin
Lat/Long: 55.933828/-4.7461797
Man Made: street_cabinet
Utility: telecom
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Ford: yes
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Ford: yes
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