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Park Mains

Settlement in Renfrewshire

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Park Mains

Bonded warehouses Some of the many bonded warehouses beside the River Clyde on a sunny afternoon with hardly a cloud in the sky.
Bonded warehouses Credit: Richard Sutcliffe

Park Mains is a residential area located in Renfrewshire, Scotland. It is situated on the outskirts of the town of Erskine, approximately 14 miles west of Glasgow. The area is known for its well-planned housing estates and peaceful surroundings, making it an attractive place to live for families and professionals alike.

Park Mains offers a variety of housing options, including detached and semi-detached houses, as well as some apartment complexes. The properties are well-maintained and often feature modern amenities, such as spacious gardens, driveways, and garages. The area is known for its green spaces, with several parks and recreational areas available for residents to enjoy.

The community in Park Mains is vibrant and close-knit, with several local amenities catering to the needs of the residents. A range of shops, including supermarkets and convenience stores, can be found in the vicinity, ensuring that daily necessities are easily accessible. There are also a few local pubs and restaurants, providing options for dining out and socializing.

For families with children, Park Mains benefits from having a primary school within the area, ensuring convenience for parents. Additionally, there are good transportation links, with regular bus services connecting Park Mains to nearby towns and cities.

Overall, Park Mains offers residents a peaceful and well-connected place to live, with a strong sense of community and a range of amenities to cater to their needs.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.894293/-4.44986 or Grid Reference NS4669. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bonded warehouses Some of the many bonded warehouses beside the River Clyde on a sunny afternoon with hardly a cloud in the sky.
Bonded warehouses
Some of the many bonded warehouses beside the River Clyde on a sunny afternoon with hardly a cloud in the sky.
Dalmuir Waste Water Treatment Works Seen from across the River Clyde. Large numbers of gulls are on the water beside the outfall.
Dalmuir Waste Water Treatment Works
Seen from across the River Clyde. Large numbers of gulls are on the water beside the outfall.
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.
Hospital across the Clyde The NHS Golden Jubilee Hospital, seen from beside Park Quay. In the foreground is the silhouette of a sunken barge, lying in the mud.
Hospital across the Clyde
The NHS Golden Jubilee Hospital, seen from beside Park Quay. In the foreground is the silhouette of a sunken barge, lying in the mud.
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
Outfall, Dalmuir Waste Water Treatment Works Large numbers of gulls congregate on the water beside the outfall into the River Clyde.
Outfall, Dalmuir Waste Water Treatment Works
Large numbers of gulls congregate on the water beside the outfall into the River Clyde.
Bonded warehouses Some of the many bonded warehouses beside the River Clyde at Dalmuir. The Duntocher Burn joins the Clyde on the far right.
Bonded warehouses
Some of the many bonded warehouses beside the River Clyde at Dalmuir. The Duntocher Burn joins the Clyde on the far right.
Bonded warehouses Some of the many bonded warehouses beside the River Clyde at Dalmuir.
Bonded warehouses
Some of the many bonded warehouses beside the River Clyde at Dalmuir.
Electricity pylon An extra-tall and sturdy pylon on the south side of the River Clyde, carrying power lines across the river.
Electricity pylon
An extra-tall and sturdy pylon on the south side of the River Clyde, carrying power lines across the river.
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Park Mains is located at Grid Ref: NS4669 (Lat: 55.894293, Lng: -4.44986)

Unitary Authority: Renfrewshire

Police Authority: Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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