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Historic bridges · Central Scotland

Balloch Branch

In or near Cardross.

Free admission♿ Wheelchair accessible🐾 Dog-friendly

Balloch Branch is a historic bridge in the United Kingdom.

B857 at Alexandria train station - geograph.org.uk - 1074120

Stephen Sweeney — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
15 min–30 min
Nearest railway station
Alexandria · 0.1 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible

About

Balloch Branch is a named historic bridge in the United Kingdom. Coordinates: 55.9845°, -4.5778°. This entry is part of The Great Britain Guide, a free, ad-free, open-data tourist directory.

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Place summary

Balloch Branch is a bridge located in the Scottish Highlands, postcode G83. It serves as a vital connection in the region, facilitating transport and access. The structure exemplifies the engineering characteristics typical of its area.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
55.9845, -4.5778
Postcode
G83 0UN
Parliamentary constituency
West Dunbartonshire
Nearest railway station
Alexandria0.1 km

Sources

Other places nearby

Nearby

Former Alexandria Parish Church - geograph.org.uk - 3250287📷 5

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Alexandria Methodist Church, Albert Street, Alexandria

Alexandria Methodist Church, Albert Street, Alexandria — category C listed building-listed church in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

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Former public hall, Alexandria - geograph.org.uk - 2195890📷 3

Theatres · Central Scotland

Public Hall Cinema

Public Hall Cinema in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

Memorial to William MacKinlay - geograph.org.uk - 3239720📷 5

Historic churches · Central Scotland

St Andrew's Parish Church, Main Street, Alexandria

St Andrew's Parish Church, Main Street, Alexandria — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

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Bonhill Old Parish Church - geograph.org.uk - 6150546📷 5

Historic churches · Central Scotland

Bonhill Old Parish Church, Main Street, Bonhill

Bonhill Old Parish Church, Main Street, Bonhill — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

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B857 in Bonhill - geograph.org.uk - 5765484📷 5

Historic churches · Central Scotland

St Mungo's Episcopal Church, Main Street, Alexandria

St Mungo's Episcopal Church, Main Street, Alexandria — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

Free
Smollett Fountain, detail - geograph.org.uk - 3475411📷 3

Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland

Smollet Fountain

Smollet Fountain — a memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

Free🐕

Where to eat & stay near Balloch Branch

Places to stay

Lower Stoneymollan Road - geograph.org.uk - 5969208📷 5

Caravan parks · Central Scotland

Lomond Woods Holiday Park

Lomond Woods Holiday Park — a caravan park in scotland highlands.

St Kessog's Church Hall - geograph.org.uk - 3464250📷 5

Hostels · Central Scotland

Time out

Time out — a hostel in scotland highlands.

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Seaplane, Loch Lomond - geograph.org.uk - 6475965📷 5

Hotels · Central Scotland

Cameron House on Loch Lomond

Cameron House on Loch Lomond — a hotel in scotland highlands.

Gleddoch House Hotel - geograph.org.uk - 5671941📷 5

Hotels · Central Scotland

Gleddoch House Hotel and Golf Club

Gleddoch House Hotel and Golf Club — a hotel in scotland highlands.

Bridge, Aber - geograph.org.uk - 7655585📷 5

Caravan parks · Central Scotland

Lagganbeg Caravan Park

Lagganbeg Caravan Park — a caravan park in scotland highlands.

Road at Erskine Veterans Village - geograph.org.uk - 8279046📷 5

Hotels · Central Scotland

Mar Hall Hotel

Mar Hall Hotel — a hotel in scotland central.

marhall.com

Places to eat & drink

Building being demolished, Renton - geograph.org.uk - 4732180📷 7

Historic pubs · Central Scotland

Sullivan's Bar

Sullivan's Bar in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

Building being demolished, Renton - geograph.org.uk - 4732180📷 5

Historic pubs · Central Scotland

Central Bar, 127 Main Street, Renton

Central Bar, 127 Main Street, Renton in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

Post Office War Memorial - geograph.org.uk - 7353070📷 5

Historic pubs · Central Scotland

The James Watt

The James Watt in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

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Gareloch Road at Ardencaple - geograph.org.uk - 5204363📷 7

Historic pubs · Central Scotland

Ardencaple Hotel Including Former Stables, Rhu Road Lower, Rhu

Ardencaple Hotel Including Former Stables, Rhu Road Lower, Rhu in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

Fox ^ Hounds, South Street, Houston - geograph.org.uk - 4080556📷 5

Historic pubs · Central Scotland

Fox and Hounds Inn, South Street, Houston

Fox and Hounds Inn, South Street, Houston in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

10 The Cross - geograph.org.uk - 7565525📷 5

Historic pubs · Central Scotland

10 The Cross, Kilbarchan

10 The Cross, Kilbarchan in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

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Close up, Elizabethan postbox, Chirnsidebridge - geograph.org.uk - 5481840📷 4

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Paxton Church sign board - geograph.org.uk - 7341403📷 3

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Balloch Branch?
Balloch Branch is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode G83 0UN).
What is Balloch Branch?
Balloch Branch is a historic bridge in the United Kingdom.
How do I get to Balloch Branch?
The nearest railway station is Alexandria, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode G83 0UN.
Is Balloch Branch free to visit?
Yes, Balloch Branch is free to enter.
How do I get to Balloch Branch?
The nearest railway station is Alexandria, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode G83 0UN.