Balloch Castle Country Park affords wonderful views over Loch Lomond. The park comprises 200 acres (80 ha) of semi-rural ornamental woodland, parks, gardens, meadows, and shoreline. The castle itself is closed but still a fine building to admire.
The oldest recorded stronghold in Scotland. It sits on a massive lump of volcanic rock, so you can imagine it would be hard to conquer! May be closed so check ahead if you're visiting.
Loch Lomond is the largest lake by surface area in Great Britain. There are great views across the loch from the trails around Balloch Castle Country Park. The country park …
Newark Castle was for a long time hidden behind the giant cranes and sheds of the Clyde’s great shipyards. Only recently has it re-emerged to take its rightful place in the townscape of Port Glasgow.
Overtoun House is a 19th-century country house situated on a hill overlooking the River Clyde. The house is a good example of Scottish Baronial architecture. The house and grounds are …