A Wee Day Trip to Rothesay

A wee trip across to Rothesay today - weather not too bad - but not bright either.

Interestingly there were porpoises or dolphins accompanying us on the ferry trip from Wemyss Bay.

A nice 'fish and chips' from the Zavaroni fish restaurant was excellent and very good value.

Interesting conversation with 'Nancy' from the Isle of Bute Sailing Club as she told us all about the now defunct 'Lido' which is visible from the club.

Thoroughly enjoyable day, and may return when the summer weather arrives.

 Winter Gardens

 Solitaire - Pipe Layer

 West Coast Buses

Zavaroni's Cafe

Palm Trees

MV Argyle at Rothesay Pier

Rothesay Castle

 Coat of Arms

 Rothesay Pavilion

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Whinhill Golf Course - Sad Day

Went up to the Whinhill Golf Course for a game of golf today.

A sad sight at the second green as some of the local Inverclyde youth had decided to enjoy themselves overnight.

Pathetic lives they must lead when destruction and vandalism is all the seem to have to occupy them.

I feel sorry for the ground staff who strive - and are very successful - in keeping the course  in great condition, only to see their efforts destroyed by these mindless yobs.

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HMS Defender - Sea Trials

 (HMS) Defender departed Glasgow today and headed down the Clyde to take part in her second sea trails.

She was to go yesterday but some sort of problem delayed her until this morning.

She is expected to be away for four weeks before returning to Glasgow.

Some images as she passed Greenock.

HMS Defender with Bruiser and Battler - off East India Harbour

 HMS Defender Approaching East India Harbour

HMS Defender on Second Sea Trials - off East India Harbour

HMS Defender Passing East India Harbour

 

HMS Defender on Second Sea Trials - off East India Harbour

 

HMS Defender on Second Sea Trials - off East India Harbour

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Greenock Today

A few images from around Greenock today before the rain came back.

The 'Gantock' has adopted her new new name - previously called the 'Haven Hawk' prior to her purchase.

Also a few images of the Murdieston Dam which is currently drained to  lower than normal level for maintenance.

Clyde Pilot Cutter 'Gantock'

Small Harbour

  Murdieston Dam

  Murdieston Dam

 Murdieston Dam

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Cornaless - Loch Thom Area

The weather and light weren't great but I couldn't resist another wee run up to this area.

I did get a little sunshine late on, but it was still cold in the wind.

A couple of Canadian Geese were about but proving elusive to get some better shots.

Water Viaduct at Cornalees - Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park

Cornalees Area - Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park

 Canadian Geese at Loch Thom - Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park

Loch Thom - Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park

 

Cornalees Area - Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park

 

 Cornalees Area - Compensation Reservoir

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HMS Liverpool - Final Departure

HMS Liverpool departs KGV docks a little later than planned and headed downriver.

That was her final visit to the Clyde before she is decommissioned.

 HMS Liverpool - Passing Braehead

HMS Liverpool - Off East India Harbour

HMS Liverpool - Off East India Harbour

HMS Liverpool - Approaching East India Harbour

HMS Liverpool - Off East India Harbour

HMS Liverpool - Off East India Harbour

 HMS Liverpool - Departs the Clyde for the Last time



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SD Northern River - New Arrival

SD Northern River - a new Serco vessel arrives in Greenock today.

 Serco took delivery on 20th December 2010.

We look forward to seeing her on the River Clyde.

 SD Northern River - Off East India Harbour

 SD Northern River - Entering Great Harbour

  SD Northern River - Entering Great Harbour 

  SD Northern River- Off Greenock

  SD Northern River - Berthed in Great Harbour

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Greenock Cut Visitor Centre

In all these years this was my first visit to the Greenock Cut Visitor Centre - but it will not be my last.

Part of Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park there are a number of walks to suit most individuals.

It was a damp day but rewarding, as the colours were stunning at times when the light was right.

Nature Trail - Cornalees Area

 Nature Trail - Cornalees Area

Nature Trail Path - Cornalees Area

 Waterfall at the Nature Trail - Cornalees Area

 Nature Trail Path - Cornalees Area

Cut Bridge - Cornalees Area

 Derelict Building - Cornalees Area

Nature Walk - Cornalees Area

Bridge Down on the Nature Walk - Cornalees Area
 

 Compensation Reservoir - Cornalees Area

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