Looking out to the Firth Of Clyde, Gourock is a Renfrewshire town with the salty dog atmosphere of a Herman Melville novel, and a quiet charm that’s refreshed, replenished and restored by the sea air. Gourock as we know it today made its name as a fishing village; the white fish and herring fleets would dock in the town, with their catch ready to be cured or taken to market. Quarrying, rope-making and chandlery fortified the town’s economy as it grew. Nowadays the pace of life in the town has ebbed to the pleasingly sedentary. The fishing boats are long gone; Gourock is now a residential area, with a quality of life buoyed by bowling clubs, ice cream, yachting, coastal walks, and for the brave, mad and foolish, outdoor swimming. Actually, that last bit is only half-true. Though Gourock has one of Scotland’s last surviving outdoor swimming pools, you needn’t be mad, foolish, or both to take a dip – it is now heated, and the gentle warmth of the sea water more convivial than bracing. For those with swimwear and a sense of adventure, the pool can be found by Kempton Point. Gourock is well served for transport, with excellent road and rail links to Glasgow. The town also makes a wonderful base from which to explore the surrounding sea lochs and the Firth Of Clyde, ferries to Kilcreggan, Helensburgh and Dunoon all depart from Gourock. At the height of summer, with the cawing of gulls ringing in the ears and a bag of chips in hand, a stroll down Ashton Front Promenade is a lyrical reminder of British seaside holidays of yore.
Caravan Park
Dentist
Doctor
Gourock Health Centre
The Health Centre
Golf Club
Pub and Bar
Cardwell Inn
Cleats Bar
Kempock Bar
Macgregor Bar
Old Wherry Tavern
Restaurant
School
Gourcock High School
Gourock Primary School
Moorfoot Primary School
Solicitor
Vet
Shops
Gourock Pharmacy
David Wyse Ltd
The Foundation
Gourock Eyecare
Places to Stay near Gourock
Tontine Hotel (1.93 miles)
The Tontine Hotel, Greenock's Premier Hotel, is a place to stay for a holiday or as a venue for a Wedding/Conference. There is no doubt this is a fabulous hotel,with ... More
Premier Inn Greenock (3.61 miles)
Enmore Hotel (3.76 miles)
The Enmore Hotel is a small intimate quality establishment handled by a dedicated and qualified management team.
The hotel's ambience is very special with open fires, candlelight and flowers in the ... More
Hafton Castle (3.91 miles)
Hafton Castle is a magnificent building located in Hunter’s Quay, just outside Dunoon with sea views. The Castle is set in its own delightful gardens and has a large heated indoor swimming pool. ... More | visit website
Kip Marina Apartments (4.01 miles)
This stunning new waterfront development offers 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments which combine the convenience of self-catering with the luxury of a fine hotel. Each apartment is generously proportioned ... More
Ardencaple Hotel (4.18 miles)
Located in the picturesque setting of Rhu near Helensburgh, and overlooking the east side of Gareloch, this hotel assures a traditional warm and friendly Scottish welcome. Rooms are fully en suite and ... More
Rosslea Hall Country House Hotel (4.18 miles)
Built in 1849 by merchant businessman Daniel Walkinshaw, Rosslea Hall retains much of its traditional charm whilst also offering the modern day facilities that you would naturally expect to find.
The much loved garden offers a ... More
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Dhailling Lodge (4.24 miles)
Lyall Cliff (4.24 miles)
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