Greenock - Inverclyde, A Town by the River Clyde

Located beside the river Clyde, about 20 miles fromfor major attractions such circuses, dog shows and
the City of Glasgow, you will find the town ofmonster truck events.
Greenock - Inverclyde Greenock is famous for theFor many years, the area was known for its
inventor, James Watt who invented the steamshipbuilding until the early 1980s and sugar refineries
engine. There are two colleges in the area nameduntil mid 1990s, but in more recent years, the
after the Scottish engineer.population has relied on electronics and call centres
On higher land in the town you can find Lyle Hill, itfor its employment. Many people who reside in the
stands 426 feet above sea level and allows you toarea also commute to the city of Glasgow to work.
have a beautiful view of the town and also theGreenock is known for its sports, and is home to the
neighbouring town of Gourock. Looking out acrossfirst division football team, Greenock Morton, who
the Firth of Clyde, you can see the Cowal Hills withplay at the local football grounds, Cappielow. The
the holiday town of Dunoon at the foot of the hills.town is also home to many leisure centres, including
You will also see the spot where the submarine basethe Waterfront Leisure Centre, that sits a stones
used to be, at the Holy Loch. Looking towards thethrow from the river, you can look out across the
East you will view the small towns of Helensburgh,River Clyde, whilst exercising in the gymnasium.
Roseneath and Kilcreggan.The towns Ocean Terminal is also a well known as a
To the West of the town, just before enteringcruise ship destination with cruise ships from all over
neighbouring Gourock, you will find the Battery Park,the world visiting. Nearby public transportation bus
the park is very popular with children and adults alike.and rail services allow visitors to travel to Glasgow
There is ample space to play football, walk the familyand surrounding areas. There is also the chance to
pet, cycle and jog. The park is home to thesee more of the River Clyde from the Clyde built
Inverclyde annual fireworks display. It is also the sitepaddle steamer, The Waverley.