Timca - Ro-Ro Cargo Ship

Timca arrived at the Ocean Terminal in Greenock this evening.

She was once a regular visitor but I personally haven't seen her in over three years.

She is a particularly fine looking vessel.

 Timca Arriving at Greenock Esplanade

 Timca Canting off Greenock Esplanade

 Timca Canted off Greenock Esplanade

 Timca Reverses in to Greenock Ocean Terminal

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Renfrewshire Witch Hunt Re-enactment - 1697

Today was the Renfrewshire Witch Hunt Re-enactment from1697.

In 1697 eleven year old Christian Shaw became “possessed by witches" and as a result seven citizens of Renfrewshire were put to death.

This was recreated today by a dedicated group of performers and background supporters who entertained and educated us on the history.

They should all be congratulated on a very successful event, and were rewarded with a large crowd who thoroughly enjoyed the day.

 Renfrewshire Witch Hunt Re-enactment from 1697

 Renfrewshire Witch Hunt Re-enactment from 1697 - Stony Faced

 Renfrewshire Witch Hunt Re-enactment from 1697 - Pensive

 Renfrewshire Witch Hunt Re-enactment from 1697 - Paisley

Bob and Billy

Renfrewshire Witch Hunt Re-enactment

Renfrewshire Witch Hunt Re-enactment

 Victoria at the Renfrewshire Witch Hunt Re-enactment

Renfrewshire Witch Hunt Re-enactment from1697 - Paisley Abbey

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Sma' Shot Cottages - Paisley

The Sma' Shot Cottages provide you with the opportunity to see two distinct periods in Paisley's weaving history.

 
Once inside the Weaver's Cottage you are transported back in time to the late 1700s.

Then you can cross the yard behind the cottage and step forward in time 70 years.

 

Experience life in the town during the 1800's with three cottages consisting of five dwelling houses.

It's only open so many days a week, and only in the summer months so plan your visit.

Sma' Shot Cottage Beds

Sma' Shot Cottage Candlestick

 Sma' Shot Cottage Looms

Sma' Shot Cottage Child's Bedroom

Sma' Shot Cottage

 Sma' Shot Cottage Dining Room

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Olympic Torch - Inverclyde

The Olympic Torch came to Inverclyde today and the crowds turned out in their numbers to cheer.

A good natured crowd waved flags, cheered, and pointed cameras and camcorders as the runner came through upper Port Glasgow.

Strathclyde Police joined in with smiles and waves to the crowd.

All in all it was a good event in Inverclyde.

 Waiting Crowd

 Crowd Patiently Awaits

 Waiting Patiently

 Locals Gather

Coca Cola Sponsor

 Olympic Torch Convoy Car

 Samsung Bus

 Sponsor's Bus

 Strathclyde Police Motorcyclist

Happy and Good Natured

 Strathclyde Police Motorcyclist

 Olympic Torch Runner - Feet Off the Ground

Provost Robert Moran Says a Few Words

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River Clyde Shipping

Some spare time so went to East India Harbour and caught a few shots.

 SD Resourceful  - Bound for Faslane

 Small Boats in East India Harbour

SD Resourceful 

SD Resourceful

The Beautiful River Clyde

 SD Omagh - Bound for Great Harbour

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Anchor Mills Waterfalls - Paisley

 After the walk around Paisley Abbey the rain was still coming down.

Walked over to the old Anchor Mills but too wet to spend any real time there.

A few shots while sheltering under the bridge, then a bit closer for a couple of 'grab' shots trying to keep the camera and lens dry.

Waterfall - Anchor Mills in Paisley

 

  Waterfall - Anchor Mills in Paisley

Waterfall - Anchor Mills in Paisley

 

Waterfall - Anchor Mills in Paisley

 

 Waterfall - Anchor Mills in Paisley

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Paisley Abbey

After catching the Tour train passing through Paisley station the rain prohibited any outdoor shooting.

Having never been to Paisley Abbey this presented an opportunity to get some images and also stay dry.

Also met someone from my past while there.

The Abbey is well worth a visit and it deserves another trip through some day.

 Interior

 Interior

 Interior

Alcove

 

Font

 

Chapel

Candle
 
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