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Greenock Esplanade Trail

Walking Route

  • Distance1.2 Miles

Estimated time : 45mins 

The Route: 

You can start the route at either end of the Esplanade. The RWSABC is located at the western side of the Esplanade.  As you walk westward along the south bank of the River Clyde, you will enjoy fine views of the hills and lochs of the Scottish Highlands.

Terrain: Tarmac. 

What to Bring: A camera to capture the amazing views.

Look out for:

  • The Flashing Buoy; This buoy was placed to the north at Rosneath Patch in 1880 and was the first to use oil gas.
  • The houses built along the esplanade were funded by profits made in shipping, shipbuilding, sugar, engineering, woollen manufacture and associated industries. Find more information about the houses history here – esplanade-brochure.pdf (inverclydetouristgroup.co.uk). 
  • Cruise Ships sailing passed.

 

See the source imageParking available along the Esplanade trail.

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Denholm B&B

Denholm B&B

Accommodation
Small B&B located centrally in Greenock
Breathless Ladieswear

Breathless Ladieswear

Shopping
A unique local fashion and accessories store for ladies based on Kempock Street Gourock. 
Good Brew coffee shop & The River restaurant

Good Brew coffee shop & The River restaurant

Food & Drink
A delicious brew and some freshly home made food.
Waterfront Leisure Complex

Waterfront Leisure Complex

Indoor activities
The Waterfront Leisure Complex is our flagship centre and boasts a state of the art fitness gym, health suite, leisure pool,

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