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The Great Britain Guide

Abbeys & priories Β· Central Scotland

Home for The Aged, 44 Union Street, Greenock

In or near Kilcreggan.

Free admissionβ™Ώ Wheelchair: limited

Home for The Aged, 44 Union Street, Greenock β€” category B listed building-listed abbey in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

A church on Union Street, Greenock - geograph.org.uk - 3628089

Ian S β€” CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
45 min–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
Greenock West Β· 0.8 km
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

Getting there & planning your visit

To visit Home for The Aged, you can take a train to Greenock West station, which is 0.8 km away. The postcode is PA16 8DP. Accessibility is limited for wheelchair users.

Directions on Google Maps β†’

About

Home for The Aged, 44 Union Street, Greenock is a category B listed building-listed abbey in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB34161). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.

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Heritage listing

Category B Date Added 13/05/1971 Local Authority Inverclyde Planning Authority Inverclyde Burgh Greenock NGR NS 27146 76974 Coordinates 227146, 676974 β€” Symmetrical 2-storey classic villa; centre part raised as tower with high round headed tripartite window; Ionic colonnade porch below. Early 19th cent.

From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.

Official information

The Watt Institution is a key heritage attraction in Inverclyde, showcasing collections that highlight the history and culture of the area. Visitors can explore various exhibits, engage with visual arts, and access archives to delve into family histories.

Place summary

Home for The Aged is located at 44 Union Street in Greenock, within the Scottish Highlands. This building is designated as a category B listed building, recognising its architectural and historical significance.

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

Coordinates
55.9546, -4.7702
District
Inverclyde
Postcode
PA16 8DP
Parliamentary constituency
Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West
Phone
01475 715624
Nearest railway station
Greenock West β€” 0.8 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Home for The Aged, 44 Union Street, Greenock?
Home for The Aged, 44 Union Street, Greenock is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PA16 8DP).
What is Home for The Aged, 44 Union Street, Greenock?
Home for The Aged, 44 Union Street, Greenock β€” category B listed building-listed abbey in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Home for The Aged, 44 Union Street, Greenock?
The nearest railway station is Greenock West, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode PA16 8DP.
Is Home for The Aged, 44 Union Street, Greenock a listed building?
Home for The Aged, 44 Union Street, Greenock is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
How do I get to Home for The Aged, 44 Union Street, Greenock?
The nearest railway station is Greenock West, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PA16 8DP.