Firth of Clyde, a scenic waterway in the West of Scotland

Introduction

This afternoon, I am posting information on the Firth of Clyde in the West of Scotland. 

Firth of Clyde from Lyle Hill, Greenock 

Information on the Firth of Clyde 

Isle of Arran and Firth of Clyde

Firth is a Scottish name for bay or estuary, i.e. where the River Clyde joins the sea. This firth is in the shape of a dog-leg, initially flowing N.W. from Glasgow to Gourock then turning abruptly south.
On the southern and eastern sides of the Firth are towns such as Port Glasgow, Greenock, Largs, Ardrossan, Irvine and Troon. On the north and west can be found Dumbarton, Helensburgh, Dunoon, Rothesay (Isle of Bute) and Great Cumbrae Island.

The towns mentioned above cover a mix of industrial, residential, golfing and holiday destinations.

The route along the coast offers views, scenery and photographic opportunities.

Firth of Clyde from Wemyss Bay

 Firth of Clyde looking west towards Dumbarton

 Bird life on the Clyde at Dumbarton

Firth of Clyde at low tide in winter.

Firth of Clyde from Greenock.

Ailsa Craig, Firth of Clyde.

More information on Scotland

Visitors are directed to the 800 page book entitled Visitors’ Guide to Scotland, ISBN 978-1-9161332-0-4. This publication covers many aspects of Scotland including islands and wildlife. The book is available via Kindle.