PS Waverley - First 2021 Journey

PS Waverley had her first outing of the year as she dearted Glasgow and headed to dry dock in Greenock.

She will undergo inspections and work required before the start of her cruise season.

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Toward Point Coastal Battery

Popped up to see the remains of the Toward Point Coastal Battery  from World War 2.

Quite impressive that so much of the buildings still stand.

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HMS Westminster Departs

A wet morning with poor visibilty and rain doesn't make for ideal images.

However, here's a few as HMS Westminster departed the Clyde.

HMS Westminster with Condor Escorting

MOD Police Boat Condor Battles the Waves

HMS Westminster on Her Way

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A Day on the River

A selection of images from activity in the River Clyde today.

Quite diverse in size and operation, and shows how busy the river can be at times.

 Aurilia Passing Port Glasgow

 Clyde Clipper Bound for Glasgow

 Bulk Carrier and Tug

 Ayton Cross

 Aurilia

 Heading to Sea

 Ali Cat

 BNS Leopold I Passing Kilcreggan

Belgian Navy

BNS Leopold 1 Outbound

 Azmara Quest at the Greenok Ocean Terminal


Endurance Heads Home

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Disney Magic Comes to Town

The magic of Disney came to Greenock today in the form of one of their Cruise ships - 'Disney Magic'.

Sadly we couldn't offer a magic start with the weather, but let's be honest, it could have rained hard and not just the light touch we experienced.

She looked great coming in and it was nice to see so many turning out for such an early start.

I expect the esplanade will be mobbed as she sails tonight.

 Passing Gourock Inbound

 Approaching Greenock

 Twin Funnels

Pure Magic

 Ship's Bridge

Screen on Display


 Berthing at the Ocean Terminal

Goofy Adds the Final Touch 

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Around the Clyde

Fortunately I had my camera as I walked Maya, and also fortunate that a RN submarine was departing.

Caught her at the Cloch.

Later in the day I went to Greenock for some shoots on the cruise ship leaving - sadly it was a bit damp and cold.

 Leisure and Defence Together

 Vanguard Class Royal Navy Submarine

 Heading to Sea

 Passing Dunoon

 Caribbean Princess Departing Greenock

  Caribbean Princess

  Caribbean Princess Outward Bound 

Container Ship Waiting to Load

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Monte Carlo Classic Car Rally - Paisley Start

Around 70 classic cars dating back to the 1920s gathered outside the beautiful Paisley Abbey before setting off on their 2,688km trip to the French Riviera.

It is great that Paisley has continued to be the starting point again this year.

Entertainment was evident for those who came along to see the cars and drivers before the rally started.

The first car off the ramp was the specially branded Chrysler Sunbeam marking the town’s bid for UK City of Culture 2021.

We were favoured with good weather on the night making it a pleasant experience.

Old Timer

First to Depart

Atmospheric Shot

Wolseley

Beetle

Off We Go

Sleek

Waiting in Turn


Entertainment

Taxi for Monte Carlo

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