Natural landmarks · Central Scotland
West Bay
In or near Kilcreggan.
West Bay — a natural feature in scotland highlands.

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.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9581, -4.8330
- District
- Inverclyde
- Postcode
- PA19 1BS
- Parliamentary constituency
- Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West
- Nearest railway station
- Gourock — 1.1 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-11128392 (CC BY 4.0)
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Wee Annie
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Historic churches · 1.0 km
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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.