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Tel code: 0141 | code search
Postcode: G81 | code search
Population: 20000
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Birthplace of:
William Strang
Jackie Stewart

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Dumbuck House Hotel
"The Dumbuck House Hotel has been closed for almost a year now with refurbishments going on after a devastating flood at the end of 2010. Yesterday was the first re-opening and ..." More

Lennox Bar
"Excellent Pub - just the way they used to be! Friendly, if you want friendly, but if you want to be left alone - they'll leave you alone. Very clean !

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Dumbuck House Hotel
"I had arranged a vist to very much consider this hotel as my wedding venue i had had good experiences over 5 years ago with friends and family who had ..." More

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Dumbarton is a town with a long and distinguished history. It was once an economic powerhouse: sitting on the River Clyde’s northern bank, Dumbarton propped up Scotland’s glass-making and whiskey industries, and when Glasgow’s shipbuilding boom drifted downstream it got to work putting ships on the water – Scott & Linton built the Cutty Sark under the shadow of Dumbarton Rock. Two of Scotland’s most iconic personalities visited Dumbarton Castle, both with contrasting fortunes. Wil-liam Wallace was imprisoned there by the English, his numerous exploits in the First War of Scottish Inde-pendence finally catching up with him. Mary Queen of Scots also stayed there as an infant, taking refuge be-fore a safe passage to France could be found. As the capital of the ancient kingdom of Strathclyde, Dumbar-ton was home to King Ceretic. Dumbarton has seen it all. Jackie Stewart was born there, and Dumbarton FC have been booting footballs around the Scottish Football League since 1872, and despite not achieving an abundance of recent success they keep on plugging away – much like the town itself as it makes the transi-tion from industrial burgh to one of Glasgow’s many commuter towns. Just a 30 minute drive from Glasgow, there are many attractions close at hand. The popular chips ‘n’ ice-cream seaside resort of Helensburgh is just along the road, so too is Balloch, from where Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park unveils its natural beauty. Rock climbers flock to Dumbarton Rock for its many challenging climbs, but if the thought of defying gravity is too much, the castle which nestles itself nicely into the rock has some wonderful views of the Clyde, and is a more sedate way to enjoy Dumbarton.

Attraction

Denny Ship Model Experimentation Tank
Dumbarton Castle
Geilston Garden

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Travelodge Dumbarton *book online*

Club

Cheers

Council

West Dunbartonshire Council

Dentist

Dental Surgery
The Dental Surgery
Wright Dental & Beauty Care

Doctor

The Surgery

Estate Agent

Allen & Harris
Muir David & Co Ltd
SB Mortgages
SB property Ltd

Golf Club

Dumbarton

Pub and Bar

Court House Bar
Cutty Sark
Dumbuck House Hotel
Elephant & Castle
George Crozier

Glencairn Lounge
Jolly Crawford Harbour Bar
Keep
Lennox Bar
Railway Tavern
Stags Head

Restaurant

Dumbuck House Hotel
Jasmine
Rigo's Bistro
Stonefield Brewers Fayre

School

Braehead Primary School
Knoxland Primary School
Renton Primary School
St Patrick’s RC Primary School

Solicitor

Adairs
Macintosh Humble
Philpott Platt Niblett & Wight

Taxi

Castle Cabs
Dumbarton District Taxis Ltd

Sports Clubs

Dumbarton Football Club (Football)

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Shops

Boots
Ryan's Pet Centre
Bellsmyre Pharmacy
Wilkie & Rider
Shoe Zone
Hallmark Cards
Tullulabells
Lochside Photography

Places to Stay near Dumbarton

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Abbotsford Hotel (1.05 miles)

Abbotsford Hotel

The Abbotsford Hotel is situated north west of Glasgow & we are literally minutes from Loch Lomond & Scotland's first National Park. Our Hotel is suitable for both business & pleasure. An ideal touring base, ... More | visit website

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Travelodge Dumbarton (1.11 miles)

There are loads of reasons our customers choose to stay at Travelodge. Our great value clean and comfortable rooms with en-suite provide everything needed for a good night's sleep and are close to where people ... More | visit website

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Gleddoch House Hotel (1.77 miles)

Gleddoch House Hotel

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Best Western Gleddoch House Hotel takes you away from the bustle of the city, set within 360 acres with Breathtaking Panoramic Views of the Clyde Estuary, yet is uniquely situated ... More

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The Milton Inn (1.84 miles)

The Milton Inn
A family run hotel just outside Glasgow at Milton, Dumbarton that lies on the main route to Loch Lomond and the Highlands. The hotel offers good food served all day, excellent accommodation with nineteen rooms ... More | visit website
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Sunnyside B & B (3.16 miles)

Sunnyside B & B
Sunnyside cottage was built in 1841 and is one of the oldest buildings in the area. It has a B&B history spreading back over 60 years. It boasts an AA 3 Star Rating.An ideal stopping ... More | visit website
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The Rowantree Tavern (3.78 miles)

The Rowantree Tavern
Located adjacent to the picturesque Loch Lomond on the edge of 'The Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park' in Western Scotland, The Rowantree Tavern offers a friendly warm welcome and traditional Scottish fayre. Enjoy ... More | visit website
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Mar Hall (3.86 miles)

Mar Hall

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This premier luxury hotel, found in a picturesque countryside setting near Glasgow, offers individually designed suites with breathtaking views of the Kilpatrick Hills.
A range of dining options are offered, from The ... More

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Tullie Inn (4.04 miles)

Tullie Inn

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The Tullie Inn is a 12 bedroom inn in the heartland of Scotland facing one of Scotland's most famous lochs - Loch Lomond. The Tullie Inn offers excellent hospitality, together ... More

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Palombos of Balloch (4.15 miles)

Palombos of Balloch
Palombos bed and breakfast is also ideally situated to allow access to all the major attractions Loch Lomond has to offer such as Loch Lomond cruises, golfing and concerts to name a few. Our ... More | visit website
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Cairnbaan Hotel (4.18 miles)

Cairnbaan Hotel
Welcome to Cairnbaan Hotel, a stylish, relaxed and pleasant place that has been awarded three stars and a rosette with the AA. Cairnbaan is also among only 12 Hotels given the status of Scotland's Heritage ... More | visit website

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