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Friday, 11 October 2024

Govan/Partick Bridge








 The Govan-Partick Bridge is a new bridge in Glasgow, Scotland, to carry pedestrians and bicycles across the River Clyde, connecting Water Row in Govan to Pointhouse Quay in Partick, close to the Riverside Museum. To allow ships including PS Waverley to pass by, its swing bridge main span can rotate to align with the south shore. The official opening ceremony on 6 September 2024 was followed by public access from the next day, when crowds

Wednesday, 9 October 2024

Leslie Anne







 Fergusons Leslie Anne cargo ship at Troon Harbour.

Tuesday, 8 October 2024

Crawford Castle



 The ruins of Crawford Castle sit on top of a mound by the banks of the River Clyde.

The architectural remains of Crawford Castle date from the early 17th century but it was probably rebuilt from an earlier 16th century building. The castle is mentioned variously in the 12th, 15th and 16th centuries.


Saturday, 5 October 2024

Thursday, 3 October 2024

HMS Defender and HMS Smiter


 The crew of HMS Smiter watch the Launch of HMS Defender.