Patterton

Settlement in Renfrewshire

Scotland

Patterton

Sainsbury's Car Park
Sainsbury's Car Park Credit: Josie Campbell

Patterton is a small village located in the county of Renfrewshire, Scotland. Situated just 10 miles southwest of Glasgow city center, it falls within the East Renfrewshire council area. With a population of around 1,500 residents, Patterton is known for its tranquil and picturesque surroundings.

The village is well-connected to neighboring areas by excellent transport links, including regular bus services and Patterton railway station, which provides easy access to Glasgow and other nearby towns. Patterton is also conveniently located close to major road networks, making it an ideal location for commuters.

Despite its small size, Patterton offers a range of amenities for its residents. The village has a primary school, Patterton Primary, which provides education for local children. There are also several local shops, including a convenience store and a post office, catering to the daily needs of the community.

Patterton is surrounded by beautiful green spaces, making it an attractive place for nature enthusiasts. The nearby Rouken Glen Park offers extensive parkland, woodlands, and a picturesque pond, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and picnicking.

Overall, Patterton offers a peaceful and scenic environment, while still being within easy reach of the bustling city of Glasgow and its amenities. Its close-knit community and proximity to nature make it an appealing place to live for those seeking a balance between urban convenience and rural tranquility.

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Patterton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.792873/-4.3462022 or Grid Reference NS5358. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sainsbury's Car Park
Sainsbury's Car Park
Newton Mearns Baptist Church
Newton Mearns Baptist Church
M77 going north before Junction 3 You can see Glasgow in the distance
M77 going north before Junction 3
You can see Glasgow in the distance
Stewartson Road after rain Always seems to rain when in Scotland
Stewartson Road after rain
Always seems to rain when in Scotland
South Nitshill More houses.
South Nitshill
More houses.
South Nitshill Looking towards a roundabout on the B773 Parkhouse Road. This area is covered in new housing.
South Nitshill
Looking towards a roundabout on the B773 Parkhouse Road. This area is covered in new housing.
Postbox and Pylon, South Nitshill, Barrhead
Postbox and Pylon, South Nitshill, Barrhead
Small Woods off Rodgers Avenue
Small Woods off Rodgers Avenue
Play area, Meadow Rise
Play area, Meadow Rise
Path on the south side of Balgray Reservoir The picture looks along east along the path towards the Aurs Road.
Path on the south side of Balgray Reservoir
The picture looks along east along the path towards the Aurs Road.
Start of the path along Ryat Linn Reservoir
Start of the path along Ryat Linn Reservoir
North end of Ryatt Linn reservoir A path runs along the north end of the Ryatt Linn reservoir, seen here to the right. Behind, to the left, is the railway bridge over the Waulkmill Glen reservoir (<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1870372">NS5257 : Railway bridge over Waulkmill Glen Reservoir</a>).
North end of Ryatt Linn reservoir
A path runs along the north end of the Ryatt Linn reservoir, seen here to the right. Behind, to the left, is the railway bridge over the Waulkmill Glen reservoir (NS5257 : Railway bridge over Waulkmill Glen Reservoir).
Waulkmill Glen viaduct and Ryatt Linn outflow The photo looks from the north end of the Ryatt Linn reservoir towards the railway viaduct that carries the Neilston line trains over the Waulkmill Glen reservoir. The outflow from the Ryatt Linn reservoir is in the foreground at left.
Waulkmill Glen viaduct and Ryatt Linn outflow
The photo looks from the north end of the Ryatt Linn reservoir towards the railway viaduct that carries the Neilston line trains over the Waulkmill Glen reservoir. The outflow from the Ryatt Linn reservoir is in the foreground at left.
South end of Ryatt Linn reservoir Between Newton Mearns and Barrhead, Aurs Road, known locally as the "reservoirs road", passes between Balgray and Ryatt Linn reservoirs. This picture looks north from the path that leads from Aurs Road to Ryatt Linn reservoir and beyond; an area popular with walkers, cyclists, anglers, etc. The stream in the foreground runs parallel to the road and eventually into Littleton Reservoir.
South end of Ryatt Linn reservoir
Between Newton Mearns and Barrhead, Aurs Road, known locally as the "reservoirs road", passes between Balgray and Ryatt Linn reservoirs. This picture looks north from the path that leads from Aurs Road to Ryatt Linn reservoir and beyond; an area popular with walkers, cyclists, anglers, etc. The stream in the foreground runs parallel to the road and eventually into Littleton Reservoir.
Ryatt Linn Reservoir and Ryatt Farm The picture looks across the reservoir from its west side. Ryatt Farm can be seen above the far side of the reservoir.
Ryatt Linn Reservoir and Ryatt Farm
The picture looks across the reservoir from its west side. Ryatt Farm can be seen above the far side of the reservoir.
Swan on Waulkmill Glen Reservoir Dark clouds hang over most of the reservoir but the swan is illuminated by late afternoon rays of sunshine.
Swan on Waulkmill Glen Reservoir
Dark clouds hang over most of the reservoir but the swan is illuminated by late afternoon rays of sunshine.
Rough ground north of Waulkmill Glen Reservoir The photo looks north over the unused, boggy, reedy ground north of Waulkmill Glen Reservoir. Blocks of flats in Pollok are visible through the gap in the line of trees.
Rough ground north of Waulkmill Glen Reservoir
The photo looks north over the unused, boggy, reedy ground north of Waulkmill Glen Reservoir. Blocks of flats in Pollok are visible through the gap in the line of trees.
Weir on the Auldhouse Burn in Rouken Glen Park Only just up river from the main waterfall. From the bridge in the photograph you can observe the weir to the left and the waterfall to the right.
Weir on the Auldhouse Burn in Rouken Glen Park
Only just up river from the main waterfall. From the bridge in the photograph you can observe the weir to the left and the waterfall to the right.
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Patterton is located at Grid Ref: NS5358 (Lat: 55.792873, Lng: -4.3462022)

Unitary Authority: East Renfrewshire

Police Authority: Greater Glasgow

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