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Natural landmarks · Central Scotland

West Bay

In or near Kilcreggan.

🐾 Dog-friendly

West Bay — a natural feature in scotland highlands.

West Bay, Gourock - geograph.org.uk - 5587128

Jonathan Thacker — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Gourock · 1.1 km
  • Dog-friendly

About

West 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

West Bay is a natural landmark located in the Scottish Highlands. It features rugged coastal scenery and striking cliffs, characteristic of the region's dramatic landscape. The area is known for its natural beauty and offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and wildlife observation. Visitors can expect a remote and tranquil environment, typical of the Highlands.

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

Coordinates
55.9581, -4.8330
District
Inverclyde
Postcode
PA19 1BS
Parliamentary constituency
Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West
Nearest railway station
Gourock1.1 km

Sources

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Boats in West Bay - geograph.org.uk - 7764021📷 5

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Tower, Tower Hill, Gourock

Tower, Tower Hill, Gourock — category B listed building-listed memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

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Tower Hill

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St Bartholomew's Church, Barrhill Road, Gourock

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War Memorial, Albert Road, Gourock

War Memorial, Albert Road, Gourock — category C listed building-listed memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

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Where to eat & stay near West Bay

Places to stay

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Caravan parks · Central Scotland

Cloch Holiday Park

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Hotels · Central Scotland

The Argyll Hotel

The Argyll Hotel — a hotel in scotland highlands.

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.

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.

Parkdean Holiday Park - Reception Block - geograph.org.uk - 1971587📷 5

Caravan parks · Central Scotland

Wemyss Bay Holiday Park

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Places to eat & drink

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

Historic pubs · Central Scotland

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Historic pubs · Central Scotland

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

Historic pubs · Central Scotland

Central Bar, 127 Main Street, Renton

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Frequently asked questions

Where is West Bay?
West Bay is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PA19 1BS).
What is West Bay?
West Bay — a natural feature in scotland highlands.
How do I get to West Bay?
The nearest railway station is Gourock, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode PA19 1BS.
How do I get to West Bay?
The nearest railway station is Gourock, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PA19 1BS.