Sunday, 22 May 2011

Singelgracht - Cargo Ship - Greenock


The Singelgracht slows down prior to berthing at the Greenock Ocean terminal.

 Singelgracht - Cargo Ship

 Singelgracht Berthing with Assistance of the Tug Anglegarth

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Saturday, 21 May 2011

MV Philipp - Container Ship


The container ship - Philipp - is seen here arriving at Greenock.

 Container Ship - Philipp - Arriving at Greenock

 Container Ship - Philipp - Arriving at Greenock

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SD Newton


The Serco vessel SD Newton leaves Greenock on her way to Plymouth.

It is very unlikely that we will see her in Scottish waters again as she is nearing the end of her life with Serco.

 SD Newton Departing Greenock

 SD Newton Departing Greenock

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Thursday, 19 May 2011

River Clyde - Shipping


RRS Discovery Departs the Clyde

 'Torch' Goes about her Business - Repair Work

 Ali Cat Heads to James Watt Dock

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Serco Vessels - Greenock


A few from the Serco fleet based in great Harbour, Greenock.

SD Omagh Heading to Great Harbour

 SD Jupiter Heading to Faslane

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PS Waverley - Re-Fit Time


The PS Waverley getting some attention in the Garvel Dry Dock in Greenock.

PS Waverley - Garvel Dry Dock, Greenock

 PS Waverley - Garvel Dry Dock, Greenock

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Tuesday, 17 May 2011

Puffer - Vic 32


The puffer Vic 32 heads to Gareloch.

Puffer - Vic 32 - Off Greenock

 Puffer - Vic 32 - Heading to the Gareloch

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SD Mars - Serco Tug


Heading from Faslane to Greenock.

 SD Mars - Bound for Great Harbour in Greenock

  SD Mars - Bound for Great Harbour in Greenock

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HMS Dragon Returns


(HMS) Dragon returning to Glasgow from her recent sea trials.

She is seen her passing Greenock inbound.

HMS Dragon - May 2011

 HMS Dragon - May 2011

 HMS Dragon and the Puffer Vic 32 Passing - May 2011

 HMS Dragon - May 2011

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Cruise Ship - Grand Princess


The Cruise Ship - Grand Princess - was the first arrival of the year this morning at 07:20

This will be her only visit to Greenock in this year's cruise schedule.

 Cruise Ship - Grand Princess - First Arrival of the Cruise Year

Cruise Ship - Grand Princess - Cants off Greenock Esplanade

Cruise Ship - Grand Princess - Blowin' Smoke

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Greenock Ocean Terminal (GOT)


Black and White image taken early morning as the "Grand Princess" cruise liner was berthing.


 Greenock Ocean Terminal

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Saturday, 14 May 2011

West Highland Line - Train Heads North


 An early start this morning to catch the Northbound steam trains.

All the way the Helensburgh Upper station for just a few shots.

The locomotives stopped beyond the platform so unable to get any usable shots other than the arrival.

 LNER K4 Class 2-6-0 no 61994 - En-route to Fort William

 LNER K4 Class 2-6-0 no 61994 - Helensburgh Upper

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Friday, 13 May 2011

Stavros S Niarchos - Tall Ship - Greenock


Tall Ships Youth Trust vessel the Stavros S Niarchos arrived in Greenock this afternoon.

She berthed at Custom House Quay in mixture of sunshine and heavy showers.

Stavros S Niarchos - Tall Ship - Approaching Greenock

Stavros S Niarchos - Tall Ship - Greenock

Stavros S Niarchos - Tall Ship - Custom House Quay, Greenock

Stavros S Niarchos - Tall Ship - Berthing at Greenock

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Tuesday, 10 May 2011

Bowling Basin Marina


Finally managed to get  a visit here, been promising myself since I visited Bowling Harbour.

A lovely spot and a nice walk.

The Forth & Clyde Canal ends here as it borders the Clyde.

 Bowling Basin Marina - Lock Gates

 Bowling Basin Marina - Angler

 Bowling Basin Marina

 Bowling Basin Marina

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West Highland Line


Another we jaunt up to Garelochhead Station to catch some steam activity.

 Stopped of with my good lady first though for a carvery lunch.

Met Donnie and had a chat - as per usual.

The train excursion was bang on time, but then went ahead of schedule so no images other than these.

 LNER K4 Class 2-6-0 - 61994 Great Marquess Approaching Garelochhead Station

 LNER K4 Class 2-6-0 - 61994 Great Marquess Approaching Garelochhead Station

 LNER K4 Class 2-6-0 - 61994 Great Marquess Approaching Garelochhead Station

 LNER K4 Class 2-6-0 - 61994 Great Marquess in Garelochhead Station

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Monday, 9 May 2011

West Highland Train


LMS 4-6-0 Black 5 - 44871 - headed up to Fort William this evening.

She left Craigendoran ten minutes earlier than expected so my run up to Helensburgh Upper was in vain.

Disappointing to travel so far and not maximise the photo opportunities.

 LMS 4-6-0 Black 5 - 44871 - Charges Through Dumbarton Station

LMS 4-6-0 Black 5 - 44871 - Charges Through Dumbarton Station

LMS 4-6-0 Black 5 - 44871 - Waits at Craigendoran Junction

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Hedgehog


 This little guy seems to enjoy the cuisine in my back garden.

 Hedgehog in my Garden

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Sunday, 8 May 2011

West Highland Line


The West Highland Line is back in business for the summer months.

Here are a few photos of some activity today.

 LNER K4 Class 2-6-0 61994 Arriving at Garelochhead Station

LNER K4 Class 2-6-0 - 61994 Great Marquess Pulling Up to Helensburgh Upper Station - Whistling While She Works

LNER K4 Class 2-6-0 - 61994 Great Marquess - and - Diesel 37 676 - North Bound on Catherdral's Explorer Tour to Fort William

 LNER K4 Class 2-6-0 - 61994 Great Marquess Taking Water at Helensburgh

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Tuesday, 3 May 2011

Havila Phoenix


Havila Phoenix left the Clyde tonight having spent about 4/5 months having extensive work done in KGV Docks in Glasgow.

 Havila Phoenix

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Ben A'an - Trossachs - Scotland


Went for a walk to the summit of Ben A'an today.

Weather was ideal and fairly clear for photos.

 Loch Katrine from Ben A'an

 Ben A'an

 Ben A'an Path

View from Ben A'an

 Ben A'an - Forest Path

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