Inverclyde

Inverclyde is an administrative region in western Scotland that stretches along the southern bank of the River Clyde. The area includes the towns of Greenock, Port Glasgow, and Gourock as well as rural areas connecting them.

The area became an independent council in 1996 and forms the former western part of Renfrewshire county. It was long a major center for shipbuilding and maritime industry, which shaped the region's economy.

The Municipal Buildings in Greenock display Victorian architecture from 1886 and remain the administrative heart of the region. Visitors can observe the distinctive stonework and classical design that shape the local landscape.

The region connects well to Glasgow through regular train services departing from Gourock and Port Glasgow stations. Visitors should check schedules in advance as service frequency varies depending on the time of day.

The region was a hub of shipbuilding with yards that constructed merchant and naval vessels. Many of these industrial buildings remain visible today, serving as reminders of this era even as shipyard activity has largely ceased.

Location: Scotland

Capital city: Greenock

Part of: Glasgow and Clyde Valley City Region

Website: https://inverclyde.gov.uk

GPS coordinates: 55.90000,-4.75000

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:08