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Ravenscraig

Settlement in Renfrewshire

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Ravenscraig

Branchton railway station A night view of the single platform station, which is on the Wemyss Bay line from Glasgow Central.
Branchton railway station Credit: Thomas Nugent

Ravenscraig is a small village located in the county of Renfrewshire, Scotland. Situated on the banks of the Clyde River, it is nestled between the towns of Greenock and Port Glasgow. The village has a population of approximately 1,500 residents.

Historically, Ravenscraig was known for its iron and steel industry, which thrived during the 19th and 20th centuries. The village was home to the Ravenscraig Steelworks, one of Scotland's largest steel production facilities. However, the steelworks closed in 1992, resulting in the loss of thousands of jobs and a significant impact on the local economy.

Since its closure, Ravenscraig has undergone a process of regeneration, with efforts focused on transforming the former industrial site into a residential and commercial area. The Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facility, a state-of-the-art sports complex, was opened in 2010, providing modern recreational amenities for both residents and visitors.

The village enjoys a picturesque setting, surrounded by rolling hills and offering stunning views of the Clyde River. It benefits from excellent transportation links, with easy access to major road networks and nearby train stations. This allows residents to easily commute to larger towns and cities in the region.

Today, Ravenscraig is a vibrant community with a mix of modern housing developments and older, traditional homes. It boasts a range of amenities, including shops, schools, and recreational facilities. The village's transformation from an industrial hub to a residential area has breathed new life into Ravenscraig, making it an attractive place to live.

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Branchton railway station A night view of the single platform station, which is on the Wemyss Bay line from Glasgow Central.
Branchton railway station
A night view of the single platform station, which is on the Wemyss Bay line from Glasgow Central.
Branchton railway station A night view of the single platform station, which is on the Wemyss Bay line from Glasgow Central.
Branchton railway station
A night view of the single platform station, which is on the Wemyss Bay line from Glasgow Central.
Branchton railway station A night view of the single platform station, which is on the Wemyss Bay line from Glasgow Central. Taken from the A78 Inverkip Road footbridge.
Branchton railway station
A night view of the single platform station, which is on the Wemyss Bay line from Glasgow Central. Taken from the A78 Inverkip Road footbridge.
Branchton railway station A night view of the single platform station, which is on the Wemyss Bay line from Glasgow Central. The station building stood in the area in the foreground. The footbridge crosses the A78 Inverkip Road.
Branchton railway station
A night view of the single platform station, which is on the Wemyss Bay line from Glasgow Central. The station building stood in the area in the foreground. The footbridge crosses the A78 Inverkip Road.
Branchton railway station A night view of the single platform station, which is on the Wemyss Bay line from Glasgow Central. Note the tactile paving strip on the platform.
Branchton railway station
A night view of the single platform station, which is on the Wemyss Bay line from Glasgow Central. Note the tactile paving strip on the platform.
Bridge over Inverkip Road at Chrisswell The A78 runs for 42 miles between Greenock and Prestwick. For much of its route, it follows the northern section of the Ayrshire coast. Although it is classified as a primary road throughout its length, the standard varies. Much of the road is single carriageway, both for a short distance through Greenock and a 21-mile stretch between Inverkip and Ardrossan. The rest is dual carriageway; between the Eglinton and Warrix interchanges there are in fact 3 lanes in each direction, and the road is constructed to motorway standard (with full grade separation at junctions) except for a lack of hard shoulders.
Bridge over Inverkip Road at Chrisswell
The A78 runs for 42 miles between Greenock and Prestwick. For much of its route, it follows the northern section of the Ayrshire coast. Although it is classified as a primary road throughout its length, the standard varies. Much of the road is single carriageway, both for a short distance through Greenock and a 21-mile stretch between Inverkip and Ardrossan. The rest is dual carriageway; between the Eglinton and Warrix interchanges there are in fact 3 lanes in each direction, and the road is constructed to motorway standard (with full grade separation at junctions) except for a lack of hard shoulders.
Inverkip Road, Branchton Footbridge The bridge provides a safe pedestrian route between Inverclyde Royal Hospital and Branchton railway station.
Inverkip Road, Branchton Footbridge
The bridge provides a safe pedestrian route between Inverclyde Royal Hospital and Branchton railway station.
A78, Traffic Lights near Rankin Park The A78 runs for 42 miles between Greenock and Prestwick. For much of its route, it follows the northern section of the Ayrshire coast. Although it is classified as a primary road throughout its length, the standard varies. Much of the road is single carriageway, both for a short distance through Greenock and a 21-mile stretch between Inverkip and Ardrossan. The rest is dual carriageway; between the Eglinton and Warrix interchanges there are in fact 3 lanes in each direction, and the road is constructed to motorway standard (with full grade separation at junctions) except for a lack of hard shoulders.
A78, Traffic Lights near Rankin Park
The A78 runs for 42 miles between Greenock and Prestwick. For much of its route, it follows the northern section of the Ayrshire coast. Although it is classified as a primary road throughout its length, the standard varies. Much of the road is single carriageway, both for a short distance through Greenock and a 21-mile stretch between Inverkip and Ardrossan. The rest is dual carriageway; between the Eglinton and Warrix interchanges there are in fact 3 lanes in each direction, and the road is constructed to motorway standard (with full grade separation at junctions) except for a lack of hard shoulders.
Bow Hill, Houses on Lyle Road
Bow Hill, Houses on Lyle Road
Inverclyde Royal Hospital View from Lyle Hill.
Inverclyde Royal Hospital
View from Lyle Hill.
Bridge over aqueduct, Greenock Cut The Greenock Cut is a nineteenth-century aqueduct that once transported water from Loch Thom to the industries of Greenock. This is one of numerous small bridges over the aqueduct, with the derelict former IBM site visible below, and the outskirts of Greenock in the middle ground.
Bridge over aqueduct, Greenock Cut
The Greenock Cut is a nineteenth-century aqueduct that once transported water from Loch Thom to the industries of Greenock. This is one of numerous small bridges over the aqueduct, with the derelict former IBM site visible below, and the outskirts of Greenock in the middle ground.
Path by the Greenock Cut The Greenock Cut is a nineteenth-century aqueduct that once transported water from Loch Thom to the industries of Greenock. This path alongside is now a popular walk.
Path by the Greenock Cut
The Greenock Cut is a nineteenth-century aqueduct that once transported water from Loch Thom to the industries of Greenock. This path alongside is now a popular walk.
A glimpse of Greenock The south-western outskirts of Greenock are visible in this view towards the distant hills of the Cowal Peninsula.
A glimpse of Greenock
The south-western outskirts of Greenock are visible in this view towards the distant hills of the Cowal Peninsula.
Greenock Cut Path above Chrisswell
Greenock Cut Path above Chrisswell
Greenock Cut Path near the Hole of Spango
Greenock Cut Path near the Hole of Spango
The school at dawn
The school at dawn
Flatterton Farm At Spango Valley.
Flatterton Farm
At Spango Valley.
Gourock cemetery
Gourock cemetery
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Ravenscraig is located at Grid Ref: NS2475 (Lat: 55.938696, Lng: -4.8134524)

Unitary Authority: Inverclyde

Police Authority: Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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