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An Rubha

Settlement in Dunbartonshire

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An Rubha

Rosneath Castle Park Across the head of Gare Loch from Helensburgh.
Rosneath Castle Park Credit: Richard Sutcliffe

An Rubha is a small village located in Dunbartonshire, Scotland. Situated on the western shore of the Gare Loch, it offers stunning views of the surrounding hills and the Loch itself. The village is approximately 25 miles northwest of Glasgow, making it an ideal location for commuters working in the city.

An Rubha is a close-knit community with a population of around 500 residents. The village is known for its peaceful and picturesque setting, making it a popular destination for those seeking a tranquil retreat. The area is abundant in natural beauty, with lush green landscapes and a diverse range of flora and fauna.

The village is home to a number of amenities and attractions that cater to both residents and visitors. There is a local primary school, a community center, and a small convenience store providing essential goods. Additionally, there are several pubs and restaurants where locals and tourists can enjoy traditional Scottish cuisine and a friendly atmosphere.

For outdoor enthusiasts, An Rubha offers an array of activities. The Gare Loch provides opportunities for sailing, kayaking, and fishing, while the surrounding hills offer fantastic hiking trails with breathtaking views. The nearby Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park is also within easy reach, providing further opportunities for outdoor adventures.

Overall, An Rubha is a charming village in Dunbartonshire that combines natural beauty with a strong sense of community. Its stunning location and range of amenities make it an attractive place to live or visit for those seeking a peaceful and picturesque Scottish experience.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 56.017853/-4.7785114 or Grid Reference NS2684. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Rosneath Castle Park Across the head of Gare Loch from Helensburgh.
Rosneath Castle Park
Across the head of Gare Loch from Helensburgh.
Gare Loch The view of Gare Loch close to Castle Point on Rosneath Bay.
Gare Loch
The view of Gare Loch close to Castle Point on Rosneath Bay.
Rhu Postbox King Edward VII Postbox (he reigned 1901-1910). It is mounted in the wall of the Rhu Post Office which closed in 2018. The wall appears to be considerably newer than the postbox. The Post Office is just west of the Rhu Inn (which reopened in October 2022). Both buildings are in the village of Rhu on the north side of the A814 Gareloch Road.
Rhu Postbox
King Edward VII Postbox (he reigned 1901-1910). It is mounted in the wall of the Rhu Post Office which closed in 2018. The wall appears to be considerably newer than the postbox. The Post Office is just west of the Rhu Inn (which reopened in October 2022). Both buildings are in the village of Rhu on the north side of the A814 Gareloch Road.
Ardencaple Crossing House Ardencaple Level Crossing Keepers House near Rhu This was not a railway station, but the apparent rail platform in front of the keepers house, indicates that it could have been used as an 'on-request' “Halt”. A local story is that the halt was used by Prime Minister Andrew Bonar Law when he was Prime Minister, to travel to nearby Glenoran House. The story is probably untrue because during his short tenure as Prime Minister in 1922/3, Bonar Law’s home was “Seabank” at 40 East Clyde St, Helensburgh. However, it is not unlikely that Bonar Law’s super-rich relative Charles Kidson, who owned Glenoran, would have had the ‘clout’ to treat the level crossing as a personal train stop, if he had so wished. Ardencaple Farm, for which the level crossing was intended, now has its own access road.
Ardencaple Crossing House
Ardencaple Level Crossing Keepers House near Rhu This was not a railway station, but the apparent rail platform in front of the keepers house, indicates that it could have been used as an 'on-request' “Halt”. A local story is that the halt was used by Prime Minister Andrew Bonar Law when he was Prime Minister, to travel to nearby Glenoran House. The story is probably untrue because during his short tenure as Prime Minister in 1922/3, Bonar Law’s home was “Seabank” at 40 East Clyde St, Helensburgh. However, it is not unlikely that Bonar Law’s super-rich relative Charles Kidson, who owned Glenoran, would have had the ‘clout’ to treat the level crossing as a personal train stop, if he had so wished. Ardencaple Farm, for which the level crossing was intended, now has its own access road.
Old milepost This milepost in Rhu is one of the flat designs which are only 7cm deep. The mileposts between Dumbarton and Helensburgh are curved with a different style of hands. It is marked on the 1860 OS map but only this post on the A814 opposite the marina and a similar post in Arrochar remain by the roadside along the eastern shore of Gare Loch and Loch Long.
Old milepost
This milepost in Rhu is one of the flat designs which are only 7cm deep. The mileposts between Dumbarton and Helensburgh are curved with a different style of hands. It is marked on the 1860 OS map but only this post on the A814 opposite the marina and a similar post in Arrochar remain by the roadside along the eastern shore of Gare Loch and Loch Long.
Old milepost Looking west along the A814 which shortly turns north alongside Gare Loch. The marina is behind the houses on the left.
Old milepost
Looking west along the A814 which shortly turns north alongside Gare Loch. The marina is behind the houses on the left.
View through the trees Looking from Kidston Park towards the HM Naval Base Clyde Off Site Centre at Rhu.
View through the trees
Looking from Kidston Park towards the HM Naval Base Clyde Off Site Centre at Rhu.
In memory of Helensburgh (Rhu) Airfield It commemorates work carried out by the Marine Aircraft Experimental Establishment during the Second World War. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5605093">NS2782 : MAEE Memorial at Kidston Park</a> for another view of the memorial and a full transcription of what it says.
In memory of Helensburgh (Rhu) Airfield
It commemorates work carried out by the Marine Aircraft Experimental Establishment during the Second World War. See NS2782 : MAEE Memorial at Kidston Park for another view of the memorial and a full transcription of what it says.
Information panel about RAF Helensburgh An information panel (part of the Clyde Sea Lochs Trail) giving information about the former RAF Helensburgh and the Marine Aircraft Experimental Establishment which operated here during the Second World War.
Information panel about RAF Helensburgh
An information panel (part of the Clyde Sea Lochs Trail) giving information about the former RAF Helensburgh and the Marine Aircraft Experimental Establishment which operated here during the Second World War.
Breakwater, Rhu Behind is Rhu Marina and there are several boats at anchor on the near side too.
Breakwater, Rhu
Behind is Rhu Marina and there are several boats at anchor on the near side too.
View from Kidston Park Looking northwest towards the HM Naval Base Clyde Off Site Centre at Rhu.
View from Kidston Park
Looking northwest towards the HM Naval Base Clyde Off Site Centre at Rhu.
The Ardencaple Hotel Seen from Kidston Park.
The Ardencaple Hotel
Seen from Kidston Park.
Brick building beside the shore It is not clear what this building is or was for. The windows are all bricked up.
Brick building beside the shore
It is not clear what this building is or was for. The windows are all bricked up.
Brick building beside the shore It is not clear what this building is or was for. The windows are all bricked up.
Brick building beside the shore
It is not clear what this building is or was for. The windows are all bricked up.
The beach north of Cairndhu Point
The beach north of Cairndhu Point
Sailing club slipway The slipway is used by the Helensburgh Sailing Club.
Sailing club slipway
The slipway is used by the Helensburgh Sailing Club.
View across the beach Looking from the Helensburgh Sailing Club slipway. The building on the left is the HM Naval Base Clyde Off Site Centre at Rhu. On the right is the Ardencaple Hotel.
View across the beach
Looking from the Helensburgh Sailing Club slipway. The building on the left is the HM Naval Base Clyde Off Site Centre at Rhu. On the right is the Ardencaple Hotel.
The Ardencaple Hotel Category A listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB19525" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB19525">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> early 19th century coaching inn, overlooking the shore at Rhu.
The Ardencaple Hotel
Category A listed LinkExternal link early 19th century coaching inn, overlooking the shore at Rhu.
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An Rubha is located at Grid Ref: NS2684 (Lat: 56.017853, Lng: -4.7785114)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

Also known as: Rhu

What 3 Words

///drawn.pint.innocence. Near Rhu, Argyll & Bute

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Crossing
Bicycle: yes
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Ref: toucan
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Post Box
Post Box Type: wall
Postal Code: G84 8RL
Ref: G84 32
Royal Cypher: EVIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102324
Lat/Long: 56.0166902/-4.7800787
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Toilets
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Lat/Long: 56.0163866/-4.7789872
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Crossing
Lat/Long: 56.0170056/-4.7710514
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Library
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Lat/Long: 56.0181619/-4.7807467
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Rhu
Name Gd: An Rubha
Place: village
Population: 1930
Wikidata: Q219427
Wikipedia: en:Rhu
Lat/Long: 56.0181861/-4.7794157
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Bus Stop
Naptan AtcoCode: 6070546
Naptan NaptanCode: 54725958
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 56.0163424/-4.778558
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Barrier: bollard
Lat/Long: 56.0202906/-4.7822605
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Turning Loop
Lat/Long: 56.0159615/-4.7760888
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Historic: memorial
Memorial: war_memorial
Lat/Long: 56.0169848/-4.780994
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Post Box
Post Box Type: lamp
Lat/Long: 56.0195925/-4.7804583
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