Welcome to Inverclyde

The main town in the area, it has a rich history steeped in shipbuilding and seafaring. Greenock grew from a fishing community to become the site of the first dock on the Clyde in 1711 and is most fam…

Port Glasgow, the second largest town in the area, originated as the main port for trading ships taking their wares to Glasgow…

The view is just the beginning…

Kilmacolm is a small, popular, village with independent shops, bars and eateries. For those who enjoy the great outdoors, there’s bike riding around Knapps Loch, cricket or bowls in Birkmyre Park as…

Inverkip is a small village set in the hillside, overlooking the coast. There is a marina offering boating & yachting facilities as well as a bar & restaurant overlooking the marina. The Inv…

Wemyss Bay is a commuter village with beach front walks and home to Britain’s best railway station, as described in Simon Jenkins’ book. A stunning, traditional station, the present station and pi…

Quarrier’s Village is a very small village, right on the edge of the region. Originally built as homes for orphans in the late 19th Century. There are lovely examples of beautiful Victorian hous…

During 2025, Port Glasgow celebrates its 250th anniversary.

To mark the historic year, Inverclyde Council has organised various activities and is working with partners to make sure everyone in the community is included.