Erskine tourist guide map of landmarks & destinations by Walkfo
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Erskine history
Archaeological evidence states that agricultural activity took place in the area as far back as 3000 BC. The first recorded mention of Erskine is at the confirmation of the church in 1207 by Florentius, Bishop of Glasgow. An influx of workmen moved to the area during 1836-41 due to construction of the Inverclyde railway line.
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Famous Erskine landmarks to explore while you travel at Erskine
Erskine Bridge
The Erskine Bridge is the furthest west crossing point on the river . It soon expands to become the Firth of Clyde estuary .
Erskine House
Erskine House was constructed between 1828 and 1845 . It was designed by Sir Robert Smirke, the architect of the British Museum . During the First World War it became the Princess Louise Scottish Hospital for Limbless Sailors and Soldiers . It is now the 5-star Mar Hall Hotel .
Erskine Hospital
Erskine Hospital provides long-term care for veterans of the British Armed Forces and their Spouses . Charity opened as Princess Louise Scottish Hospital for Limbless Sailors and Soldiers in 1916 . It has grown to become one of the biggest ex-services facility in Scotland .
Boden Boo
There is a woodland area beneath the Erskine bridge with about 2 miles (3 km) of informal trails, picnic areas and views of the River Clyde . Forestry and Land Scotland is responsible for the area .
Bodinbo Island
Bodinbo Island was a hazard to navigation but was cut off from the main river by a training dike in the mid 19th century . This is one of seven or more islands that once stood in River Clyde .
Rashielee Quay and quarries
Much of the whinstone used to build the retaining walls, jetties, quays, etc. in the lower Clyde area came from the Rashielee Quarries . The area has now been landscaped however parts of the quarries are still present .
Park or Fulton’s Quay
Usually known as Park Quay this disused private quay and jetty stands close to the site of the old Park House estate . It was probably built in between 1789 and 1801 by the Fultons who made their fortune manufacturing silk in Paisley .
Newshot Island
Erskine also boasts the unique natural habitat of Newshot Island Nature Reserve, a salt marsh which juts out into the River Clyde . The nature reserve acts as a feeding and resting point for a wide array of migratory birds .
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