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The Great Britain Guide

Natural landmarks · Central Scotland

Gourock Bay

In or near Kilcreggan.

Gourock Bay — a natural feature in scotland highlands.

The shore of Gourock Bay, near Darroch Park - geograph.org.uk - 6211474

Christine Johnstone — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Gourock · 0.4 km
  • Dog-friendly

About

Gourock Bay is a named natural feature in scotland highlands, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.

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Place summary

Gourock Bay is a natural landmark located in the Scottish Highlands. It features a scenic coastal landscape with views across the water. The bay is characterised by its rugged shoreline and proximity to the surrounding hills, making it a notable point of interest in the region. Visitors can expect a tranquil environment ideal for walking and enjoying the natural beauty of the area.

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Coordinates
55.9607, -4.8097
District
Inverclyde
Postcode
PA19 1QP
Parliamentary constituency
Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West
Nearest railway station
Gourock0.4 km

Sources

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05771 Old Gourock and Ashton Church of Scotland, Gourock 003📷 5

Historic churches · Central Scotland

Old Gourock Parish Church, Royal Street, Gourock

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

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Girl on a Suitcase - 'Wee Annie' - geograph.org.uk - 7650942📷 3

Public art & sculpture · Central Scotland

Wee Annie

Wee Annie — a public art in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

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The Kempock Stone ('Granny Kempock') Gourock - geograph.org.uk - 5974554📷 5

Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland

Granny Kempock Stone

The megalithic Kempock Stone, popularly known as Granny Kempock (perhaps because of its resemblance to an old woman), stands on a cliff behind Kempock Street, the main shopping street in Gourock, Scot

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The Kempock Stone ('Granny Kempock') Gourock - geograph.org.uk - 5974554📷 5

Archaeological sites · Central Scotland

Granny Kempock Stone

Granny Kempock Stone — archaeological in scotland highlands.

Castle Mansions, detail - geograph.org.uk - 5907570📷 5

Historic churches · Central Scotland

St John's Church, Bath Street, Gourock

St John's Church, Bath Street, Gourock — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

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06027 Former St Bartholomew's Episcopal Church, Gourock 003📷 5

Historic churches · Central Scotland

St Bartholomew's Church, Barrhill Road, Gourock

St Bartholomew's Church, Barrhill Road, Gourock — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

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Where to eat & stay near Gourock Bay

Places to stay

Cloch Lighthouse and Fog Horn, near Gourock - geograph.org.uk - 3672571📷 5

Caravan parks · Central Scotland

Cloch Holiday Park

Cloch Holiday Park — a caravan park in scotland highlands.

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Rosneath Castle Caravan Park - geograph.org.uk - 2222514📷 5

Caravan parks · Central Scotland

Rosneath Castle Park

Rosneath Castle Park — a caravan park in scotland highlands.

Ferry Brae, Dunoon - geograph.org.uk - 6211406📷 7

Hotels · Central Scotland

The Argyll Hotel

The Argyll Hotel — a hotel in scotland highlands.

Holiday village at Ardnadam - geograph.org.uk - 5420666📷 5

Caravan parks · Central Scotland

Hunter's Quay Holiday Village

Hunter's Quay Holiday Village — a caravan park in scotland highlands.

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Slipway Into The Stronchullin Burn - geograph.org.uk - 3057403📷 5

Caravan parks · Central Scotland

Gairletter Caravan Park

Gairletter Caravan Park — a caravan park in scotland highlands.

Road to Gryfe Reservoirs - geograph.org.uk - 4859152📷 5

Campsites · Central Scotland

Auchenfoyle Camp

Auchenfoyle Camp — a campsite in scotland highlands.

Places to eat & drink

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.

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.

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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Frequently asked questions

Where is Gourock Bay?
Gourock Bay is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PA19 1QP).
What is Gourock Bay?
Gourock Bay — a natural feature in scotland highlands.
How do I get to Gourock Bay?
The nearest railway station is Gourock, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode PA19 1QP.
How do I get to Gourock Bay?
The nearest railway station is Gourock, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PA19 1QP.