Riva Boutique Hotel, Helensburgh : Services Directory.

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WELCOME TO RIVA ROOMS RESTAURANT BAR DRINKS MENU

OUR MENU IN ROOM FOOD MENU OUR DRINKS MENU

ENJOY HELENSBURGH HELENSBURGH THE HILL HOUSE SCOTTISH SUBMARINE CENTRE HELENSBURGH GOLF

DISCOVER THE HIGHLANDS JOHN MUIR WAY LOCH LOMOND CONIC HILL

THE CITY OF GLASGOW THE CITY THINGS TO DO KELVINGROVE MUSEUM THE THEATRES

EMERGENCY NUMBERS

welcome

To

RIVA boutique hotel

RIVA Located on the shores of the Clyde and a short jaunt from the world famous Loch Lomond, Riva is a picturesque seafront hotel situated in Helensburgh town center.

Located on the historic seafront, full of characterful buildings, Riva is part and parcel of the original Helensburgh.

Whether it’s a short stay, a city escape, or a dinner for two, Riva provides you with a tailored experience best suited to your desires along with a rich historical experience.

ROOMS Riva has 14 separately styled suites/rooms designed to create an indulgent, welcoming and regal living space.

From the carefully curated vinyl-record collection to your very own coffee machine, Riva provides you with all that is needed to enjoy each of life’s special moments.

All of our rooms come with complimentary Sky TV, heated bathroom floors and a walk-in-shower with luxurious toiletries brought to you by the Highland Soap co.

Riva also offers a dog-friendly policy with selected rooms providing a pet bed to ensure that your furry friends never have to miss out on the adventure.

RESTAURANT Our Head Chef deals only with fresh local produce, sourced and designed to provide you with a luxury and truly unforgettable dining experience.

Dine with us in our 40 seats restaurant for an ambient culinary experience with a menu of the best cuisine from the Mediterranean to Italy.

INDULGE.. ..in an array of gastronomic delights cooked to perfection, refined and inspired by Italian dishes with a Mediterranean pinch for that added taste.

Our dishes have been carefully curated from generational recipes providing you with authentic taste.

Enjoy in-room service or join us for dinner, and if you are looking for a late-night snack, tuck away into the best pizzas this side of the city from our late night menu while you’re at it , why not indulge in a decadent dessert.

BAR At Riva, we love the classics done right.

Join us for some afternoon tea or an after hours drink, or better yet, make up to a delicious brunch specifically.

We have a passion for providing our guests with quality cocktails made with premium tongue-tingling, mouth watering nectar because you don’t deserve anything less.

ENJOY A TIPPLE..

Includes Champagne flowing, cocktail-themed packages, and the very best of Italian wine.

Tailor the night to your needs. Choose to drink with us at our cosy cocktail lounge, or bring the party to you so you don't even need to leave your room.

Our

In Room

Food menu IF YOU HAVE ANY ALLERGIES, PLEASE, LET US KNOW!

starters

NIBBLES 5.50 6.00

Today’s Soup

5.50

With mozzarella

Truffled Dolcelatte Arancini

5.95

Fried Calamari

8.95

Blistered Tomato Bruschetta

5.50

Chicken Wings

8.40 14.70

Marinated Olives

4.95

Pan Fried Prawns

11.95

Garlic & Rosemary Focaccia

With roasted garlic mayonnaise

With cherry tomato, roast garlic, basil

With sundried tomatoes, artichokes, chargrilled bread

With homemade bread

With 5 spice, lemon, garlic mayonnaise

12 or 24 BBQ or Buffalo chicken wings

Tossed with bacon, leeks, cherry tomatoes, white wine & garlic butter

MAINS Steak of the Day

Served with a herb butter glaze, hand cut chips & a mixed leaf salad

Wild Mushroom Risotto

With fresh garden peas, crispy kale

There is no

SINCERER LOVE

Ask your server for more about the cut

than

13.95

The love of food George Bernard Shaw

Crispy Fried Chicken Burger Gochujang mayo, fresh green & red chillies, pickles, crispy onions, spiced chips

Hand made Scottish Beef Burger Fried cambozola, chipotle sauce, pickles & chips

16.95

sides 16.95

Onion Rings

3.5

Fries

3.5

Sweet Potato Fries

4.0

Truffle Fries

4.5

Green Salad

3.9

With caramelized onion mayo

With ketchup, garlic mayonnaise

With chipotle salt

With white truffle oil, parmesan

With parmesan, chive dressing

pizza

LATE NIGHT ORDER AVAILABLE, PLEASE CONTACT THE RECEPTION

Margherita

12.50

Tomato, mozzarella, basil

Pepperoni

14.50

Tomato, mozzarella, pepperoni

Hawaiian

Vegetarian

14.50

Funghi e Prosciutto

13.95

Tomato, mozzarella, portobello mushroom, mixed bell peppers, red onion, aubergine, courgette,

14.50

Tomato, mozzarella, ham, pineapple

Quattro Stagioni

14.50

Tomato, mozzarella, artichoke, olives, mushroom, ham

Light your fire

14.95

Bufala

14.50

Tomato, mozzarella, spicy beef, pepperoni, fresh chilli, red onion

Buffalo mozzarella, cherry tomato, parma ham, rocket, parmesan shavings (white base)

"Pizza is not a 'trend' it's a way of life"

Tomato, mozzarella, ham, mushrooms

PASTA Oven Baked Lasagne

13.95

Classic Spaghetti Bolognese

12.95

Penne Arrabbiata

12.00

Spaghetti carbonara

12.00

Penne Riva

14.50

Scottish beef, 3 cheese bechamel

Scottish beef, slow cooked tomato ragú

Firey tomato sauce, ricotta salata, gremolata

Smoked pancetta, local eggs & a splash of cream

Mushrooms, smoked pancetta, chicken, leeks, creamy tomato sauce

Original

italian receipes

dessert Warm Double Chocolate Brownie

5.95

Classic Tiramisu

5.95

Ice creams & sorbets

4.95

salted caramel sauce, vanilla ice cream

An Italian speciality of layered lady fingers doused in coffee and topped with Baileys

Try our

Delicious homemade desserts

Our

In Room

drinks menu

Selection of beers BOTTLED Beers

draught

Corona

3.50

Riva

4.00

Budwiser

3.50

Amstel

4.50

Peroni

3.50

Moretti

4.50

Heineken

3.50

Estrella Galicia

4.50

Hop House 13

4.00

Belhaven Best

4.00

Guinness

4.00

Thatchers Gold

4.00

Twisted Thistle IPA

4.00

BOTTLED CIDERS Koppaberg

5.00

Koppaberg

5.00

Koppaberg

4.50

Strawberry & Lime Mixed Fruit

Strawberry & Lime (0%)

soft

DRINKS

Schwepps

2.50

Fever-Tree

3.00

Schwepps

2.50

Fever-Tree

3.00

Schwepps

2.50

Fever-Tree

3.00

Lemon Tonic Tonic Water

Cucumber Tonic

Indian Tonic

Mediterranean Tonic Aromatic Tonic

WHISKY Jhonnie Walker

5.00

The iconic blend of over 30 malt and grain whiskies from Scotland makes Johnnie Walker Black Label one of the world's best-selling blended Scotch whiskies. Johnnie Walker Black Label is considered to be the the Everest of deluxe whiskies and holds many awards worldwide.

Monkey Shoulder A unique blend of 3 malt whiskies from Speyside's finest distilleries. Made in batches of just 27 casks for a smoother, richer taste. A contemporary brand with a great pack, intriguing name and a witty, playful personality: The new face of Scotch whisky for a new generation of whisky drinkers.

Famous Grouse

3.30

The original blend of The Famous Grouse is perfectly balanced with notes of orange citrus, sherry and oaky tones.

Containing some of the worlds finest malt whiskys including Highland Park and The Macallan unsurpassed quality and distilling methods go into creating this well rounded smooth blend.

4.00 Jack Daniels This Whiskey is charcoal mellowed, a process that gives it its distinct smooth flavour. A well rounded and balanced medium amber whiskey with a pleasant mix of caramel, vanilla and wood flavours.

Selection of blended

4.00

WHISKY Loch Lomond Reserve

5.00

This exclusive premium Scotch whiskey contains malt and grain whiskeys.

Distilled and matured on the banks of Loch Lomond in the heart of Scotland.

Each container is selected in character and maturity, then skillfully balanced blend with a perfect smooth finish whiskey.

Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban After maturing in American white oak casks, Quinta Ruban is transferred into specially selected ruby port pipes.

This develops a complex balance of sweet and dry flavours and a contrast of smooth and crisp, cooling textures.

Auchentoshan Three Wood

Jura 10 Year Matured in American White Oak exbourbon barrels for 10 years and finished in Oloroso Sherry casks from Jerez, Spain.

6.50

5.00

Auchentoshan Three Wood is a single lowland malt. It is the only malt to triple distil every single drop. This unique Auchentoshan Whisky has been matured in three different cask types; American Bourbon, Spanish Oloroso sherry and finally Pedro Ximenez sherry casks, producing a rich and complex whisky with incredible toffee and sherry oak flavours.

Selection of single malts

6.50

WHISKY Talisker

4.50

A classic Island dram from the Isle of Skye. Aged for a minimum of 10 years in American oak casks, this welcome member of Diageo's Classic Malts series has been recognised numerous times for its excellence. Immensely satisfying stuff, with whiffs of warm peat blending with coastal air, balanced by orchard fruit and juicy barley.

A spectacular after dinner dram.

Balvenie Caribbean Cask A terrific single malt from The Balvenie.

This Speysider was initially aged in traditional oak casks before it was finished in casks which previously held Caribbean rum, imparting some extra sweetness and warmth to the whisky.

Glen Scotia 15 Year Lagavulin 16 Lagavulin is one of the smokiest and most intense whiskies in the world. It is an 'essential' Scotch Whisky that any connoisseur or enthusiast must have in their collection; one of the world's favourite Malt Whiskies.

6.50

7.50

This is the 15 year old single malt Scotch whisky from Glen Scotia in the Campbeltown region, released in 2015 as part of a redesign for their range. The distillers use specially selected American oak casks to age this expression, which compliment the fruit-forward and subtly coastal whisky rather well.

Selection of single malts

6.50

spirits GIN

VODKA 4.00

Edinburgh Gin

3.50

Malfy

3.50

Range of flavours Range of flavours Range of flavours

4.00

Botanist

4.00

Brockmans

4.00

Edin Mill Gin & Love

4.00

4.50

Grey Goose

4.50

Thunder Toffee

3.50

Absolut

3.50

Range of flavours

hour happy

Selection of spirits

Shoud be

Tanqueray

Belvedere

Every

Whitley Neil Gin

White wines Parini Trebbiano del Rubivone Dry, refreshing, delicate

17.95/5.8/4.5

italy

Widely grown right across Italy, this wine is made in the north-east, the Trebbiano grape variety produces aromatic, dry wines with a crisp palate showing hints of apple and almond.

Vinuva Organic Pinot Grigio Dry, refreshing, delicate

italy

21.25/6.5/5

italy

There are fresh, tropical notes on the nose, a delicate florality and an enticing minerality on the finish.

21.25/6.5/5

chile

Rare Vineyards MarsanneViognier Elegant, inticate, mineral-laced

23.00/7.5/6

france

Soft and aromatic with notes of peach blossom and citrus on the deliciously refreshing finish of apple and almond.

Light, delicate flavoured, refreshingly dry with hints of apple.

Zesty, herbaceous, aromatic

Zesty, aromatic

Refreshing, with cirtus and tropical fruit flavours and a crisp finish

21.00/6.9/5.5

Amodo Pecorino

Tekena Sauvignon Blanc

Kleune Zalze Chenin Blan Juicy, fruit-driven, ripe

South Africa

Ripe and silky-smooth, from South Africa's most popular white grape Variety with rich guava fruit and honeyed character.

Selection of wines

26.00/8.5/6.5

ROSÉ Vidal Riesling Zesty, aromatic

29.50/9.5/7.5

New Zealand

A fine example of the Riesling grape, showing lime and floral aromas combined with the minerality and citrus fruit flavours typical of the grape in an off-dry, 'New World' style.

Gavi di Gavi

34.95/8.5/12

Elegant, inticate, mineral-laced

italy

This excellent producer crafts this refreshing gooseberry and mineral style with delicate floral hints, dry but not austere.

Chablis, Paul Deloux Dry, refreshing, delicate, light

Rare Vineyards Cinsault Dry & elegant

29.50/5.8/4.5

FRANCE

Harvested in the cool of the morning and cool fermented to ensure that the flavours of fresh summer fruit are retained off-dry, 'New World' style.

Pinot Grigio Blush Dry & elegant

Soft, coppery- pink rose; delicate and fruity bouquet, soft and fresh on the palate.

34.95/6.6/4.6

italy

37.00/8.9/12.5

france

Flowery, lively, fresh and mouth-watering with a crisp fruity palate and that flinty backbone only found in a true Chablis.

PRICES REFER TO BOTTLE/250ML/175ML

Selection of wines

AND MIGHT BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Red wines Corte Vigna Merlot Light, bright, fresh

Carefully Selected Grapes from Friuli, Veneto and Trentino.

Upfront briary fruit flavours and soft vanilla tones.

Amodo Salice Salentino Juicy, medium-bodied, fruit-led

17.95/5.8/4.5

italy

19.95/6.9/4.9

Deep red colour, a juicy red and dark fruit-packed wine with a smooth slightly smoky finish.

Juicy, medium-bodied, fruit-led

ITALY

Alma Mora Reserve Malbec Oaked, intense

24.00/7.9/5.9

ARGENTINA

A full-bodied wine, displaying ripe red berry and fleshy plum flavours, with an elegant touch of vanilla from the new American oak barrels.

19.95/6.9/4.9

italy

Plum and cherry with notes of violet: dry, soft but well structured with a finish of dried fruits and toasted hazelnut.

23.00/7.5/5.5

Juicy, medium-bodied, fruit-led

Soft, ripe blackberry and raspberry flavours with a pinch of spice.

italy

Parini Montepulciano

Passo Sardo Cannonau

Don Jacob Rioja Crianza Juicy, medium-bodied, fruit-led

Abundant bright raspberry aromas mingle with sumptuous cherries and layered with a creamy barrique character.

Selection of wines

27.00/8.9/6.5

SPAIN

PRICES REFER TO BOTTLE/250ML/175ML

AND MIGHT BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Les Hipsters Barbe Oaked, intense

29.00/9.5/7

FRANCE

Ripe dark fruit with notes of broom flowers, coconut and brioche, the palate develops delicious savoury blackcurrant flavours.

St Hallett Cart Shiraz Spicy, peppery, warming

Amarone della Valpolicella Oaked, intense

AUSTRALIA

Displays aromas of dark berry fruit with a hint of nutmeg spice: the palate is rich with lingering notes of black cherry, dark plum and chocolate.

Spicy, peppery, warming

ITALY

The traditional method of semi-drying the grapes first ensures an enveloping, velvet richness with marzipan, raisin and date flavours.

37.95/12.6/9.2

Primitivo di Manduria

50.00/17/12.5

39.00/12.9/9.5

ITALY

Wild berries and notes of caramel, smooth with some spice, aromatic notes.

Selection of wines

Selection of bubbles

Sparkling wines Bottega Poeti Rosato Spumante Brut Sparkling

17.95/5.6

italy

Personality, freshness and liveliness meet a delicate and captivating pink colour and an intense and persistent bouquet.

Fruity hints of cherry and wild berries on the nose with a fresh, lively and pleasantly dry palate.

Upfront briary fruit flavours and soft vanilla tones.

Bottega Poeti Prosecco Dry & sparkling

Brut Champagne

italy

49.95

france

Reflecting the traditions of the past, this full, yet dry has a rich, creamy style with biscuity flavours.

19.95/4.6

On the nose it has apple, white peach, citrus fruits and delicate floral, acacia and wisteria notes.

The palate is fresh, delicate, balanced, with a harmonious blend of acidity and softness. It goes particularly well with fish starters or risotto It is a perfect match with wild herbs, meat, pizza, vegetables (in particular asparagus), cold cuts and cheeses.

Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut

Cocktail package Fruity Experience 2x - Raspberryoska 2x - Cherry Bramble 2x - Hemingway’s Daiquiri

Floral Experience 2x - Aviation 2x - Rose Garden 2x - The Fool

Heat & Warming 2x - Cherry Boulevardier 2x - Smokey Old Fashioned 2x - Imperial Reviver #2

Try one of our

Cocktail tasting experience Six of your favourite classics adapted to bring it closer to home, using local spirits and the finest ingredients to make your dream night come true. Just give us a call, and we can start the party going, With our butlers bringing these tantalising cocktails to your door, what more could you ask for?

Who's Ready for round one?!

FOR ONLY

£ 35

cocktails Margarita

7.5

Tequila gold, Cointreau, fresh lime with a rimmed glass with sugar or lime

Negroni

White Russian

7.0

Vodka, Kahlua, cream & chocolate powder

7.0

Gin, Martini Rosso, Campari

French Martini

Try one of our fantastic

Vodka, Kahlua Chambord, pineapple juice & fresh lime

Selection of cocktails

7.0

Absolut Vanilla Vodka, Kahlua, Sugar syrup & double shot of expresso

Need a

Break? martini

Espresso Martini

Porn Star Martini Vodka, Chambord, pineapple juice & fresh lime

7.5

7.5

cocktails The Fool

7.5

Rhubarb & ginger Gin, rhubarb syrup, Prosecco & fresh lime & lemonade

Old Fashion

Lomond 7.5

Bourbon Whisky, brown sugar, Angostura Bitter, orange peel

Riva

7.5

Disaronno, Amarena, cherry syrup, lemon juice, sugar syrup, egg white, cranberry juice

8.0

Limoncello, pineapple & ginger Gin Liqueur, fresh lemon, topped with Prosecco & lemonade

7.0

Tequila, Bacardi Rum, Vodka, Cointreau, Gin, fresh lime & topped with Coca Cola

Strawberry Daiquiri Bacardi Rum, strawberry purée, cranberry juice & fresh lime

Selection of cocktails

7.0

Disaronno, fresh lemon sugar syrup & egg white

Long Island Ice Tea 8.0

6.5

Bacardi Rum, brown sugar, fresh lime & mint topped with soda

Amaretto Sour

Spicy Rum Bitters, brown sugar, tabasco, fresh lime in smoked glass

The Imps 7.5

7.5

O.V.D Rum, Malibu, blackcurrant, pineapple juice & fresh lime

The Faslane

Brockmans Gin, Absolut Vodka, passion fruit purée, cranberry juice, orange juice & fresh lime

The Godfather

Mojito

7.5

YOUR PRIVATE EVENT Organising an exceptional corporate event or wedding reception at Riva Boutique Hotel means that you will be spending your special day in a unique place with incomparable elegance.

Let us help you tailor the event to your liking. No request is too great as we understand how important it is to make these moments memorable.

From our 40 seats restaurant and 30 seats lounge, there is ample space for a wide range of events.

Book the lounge and have your own dedicated mixologist for a small intimate event with a host of cocktail packages to choose from.

Book with us today at reception and follow us on social media for all our special offers.

YOUR

BEST DAY

MADE

EVEN BETTER

For info and prices please contact our reception or visit www.rivahotel.co.uk

enjoy

The Town Of

helensburgh

THE TOWN Helensburgh is a town within the Helensburgh and Lomond Area of Argyll and Bute Council, Scotland.

In the Middle Ages it was within the Earldom of Lennox, an area sometimes referred to as the Lennox.

It lies on the north shore of the Firth of Clyde and the mouth of Gareloch close to the western boundary of the town.

Helensburgh is 25 miles (40 km) northwest of Glasgow.

Helensburgh lies at the western mainland end of the Highland Boundary Fault.

This means that the hills to the north of Helensburgh lie in the Highlands, whereas the land to the south of Helensburgh is in the Lowlands or Central Belt of Scotland.

This makes the town and ideal stop for all those who want to enjoy the peaceful and wonderful panoramas of the Highlands with the added bonus of access to a lively city centre.

THE HILL HOUSE The Hill House in Helensburgh is one of Charles and Margaret Macdonald Mackintosh's most famous works, probably second only to the (now destroyed) Glasgow School of Art. It was designed and built for the publisher Walter Blackie in 1902–1904.

In addition to the house, Mackintosh designed most of the interior, furniture and fittings.

Mackintosh's attention to detail extended to prescribing the colour of cut flowers that the Blackies might place on a table in the living room.

In 1982 the house was donated to the National Trust for Scotland which maintains it and opens it to visitors.

The exterior The uniform and grayish exterior treatment of the building blends in with an overcast sky.

The completely asymmetrical construction forms different roof levels and shapes, and the minimum decoration, heavy walls, and rectangular and square windows express a strong, sober construction.

The exterior qualities of the building are nearly the opposite of the warm, exotic, carefully decorated and smooth interior.

Unfortunately for almost all its entire life the Hill House has had problems with damp penetration.

These were so severe that in 2019 the whole building was enclosed within "The Box"; this is a remarkable structure with a solid roof and chainmail walls. Its purpose is to let the building dry out.

The interior The mansion combined the Edwardian period’s traditional ‘femininity’ of an intimate, inside space, with the ‘masculinity’ of the exterior public world, both uncommonly used throughout the interior of the building.

To Mackintosh, bringing the masculine aspects to the inside would break away from the over decorated, entirely feminine conventional interiors.

This allowed him to convey different feelings and experiences depending on the purpose of each space.

Mackintosh used different materials, colours and lighting, when necessary to perform a full experiential transition from one point to another.

All in such an elegant and well planned manner, that with the absence of one the other would mar.

CHARLES R. MACKINTOSH Charles Rennie Mackintosh (7 June 1868 – 10 December 1928) was a Scottish architect, designer, water colourist and artist.

His artistic approach had much in common with European Symbolism.

His work, alongside that of his wife Margaret Macdonald, was influential on European design movements such as Art Nouveau and Secessionism and praised by great modernists such as Josef Hoffmann.

Mackintosh's architectural career was a relatively short one, but of significant quality and impact. All his major commissions were between 1895 and 1906, including designs for private homes, commercial buildings, interior renovations and churches.

DID YOU KNOW?

Charles Rennie Mackintosh (1868 -1928)

By 1913, work in Glasgow was very difficult to get hold of, and the couple moved to Sussex.

Charles’ ‘bizarre’ Glasgow accent, as well as their ‘artistic’ style of dressing and the fact that they sent and received so much correspondence abroad, meant that they became top suspects and had their house searched by the Foreign Office

SCOTTISH SUBMARINE CENTRE At 53ft in length and 36 tons, X-51 Stickleback is the only surviving example of four X-Class boats built between 195455.

They were: X51 Stickleback X52 Shrimp X53 Sprat X54 Minnow Their design was an upgraded version of the WWII XE class midget submarine, famous for their major part in 'operation source', a daring mission to neutralise the heavy German warships – Tirpitz, Scharnhorst and Lützow.

Although built for a proposed Cold-War mission, the operation was ultimately cancelled.

After being decommissioned in 1977, she spent several years at the Imperial War Museum, before returning home to the Scottish Submarine Centre in 2016.

The building which is now the Submarine Centre was once King Street Hall, the annex of St Columba Church. After the front of the building was opened to allow the X-51 to be installed in her new home, a world-class multimillion pound media centre has been constructed around her.

This 21st-century technology will be used to tell the story of submarines, from the 19th-century into the future of submarines.

HELENSBURGH GOLF The club is easily accessible and is an ideal stop if you are visiting the many attractions of the surrounding area or heading out to explore Scotland’s wonderful west coast or, indeed to take on the renowned golfing challenges of Machrihanish.

With a professional shop offering a comprehensive range of products from leading manufacturers, it ensures you have any rental items you may require to enhance your experience.

Please!

Check with our Reception to find out the best deal for your Golf Experience.

Before and after your round, you can order from a menu of freshly prepared dishes, choose from a great range of drinks and barista coffees or even sample a local Loch Lomond malt whisky.

Other golf courses in the area Cardross Carrick Loch Lomond Buchanan Castle

DISCOVER

The

HIGHLANDS

WALKING TRAILS Helensburgh position gives you the chance to enjoy the real taste of the Highlands.

You can choose among a wide range of hiking trails From the beginner to the extreme hiker you can explore the western Highlands following the several walking trails around the town.

Here’s a list of the most reknown hiking trails in the area.

John muir way

TOM NA H-AIRIDH

BALLOCH BUNK HILL

WEST HIGHLAND HILL

Conic hill way

THREE LOCHS WAY

JOHN MUIR WAY John Muir Way: Helensburgh to Balloch is a 13.8 kilometer point-to-point trail located near Helensburgh, Argyll and Bute, Scotland that features a lake and is rated as difficult.

The trail offers a number of activity options.

Difficulty : hard Elevation : 427 m

Length : 13.8 km

THREE LOCHS WAY Three Lochs Way is a 54.1 kilometer moderately trafficked point-to-point trail located near Alexandria, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland that features a lake and is rated as difficult. The trail offers a number of activity options.

Difficulty : HARD Elevation : 553 m

Length : 54.1 km

BALLOCH BUNK HILL Balloch, Bunk Hill Circular Walk is a 15.9 kilometer loop trail located near Alexandria, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland that features a lake and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and nature trips.

Difficulty : MEDIUM Elevation : 398 m

Length : 15.9 km

TOM NA H-AIRIDH Climb through oak woodland and forestry plantation - battling the mud and trees - to reach the summit of Tom na h-Airidh for fine views over Gare Loch, the Firth of Clyde, Bute and Arran and the Arrochar Alps.

Difficulty : easy Elevation : 275 m

Length : 7.2 km

CONIC HILL Conic Hill Walk is a 5.1 kilometer loop trail located near Alexandria, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland that features a lake and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, running, and nature trips.

Difficulty : easy Elevation : 315 m

Length : 5.1 km

WEST HIGHLAND WAY West Highland Way: Balmaha to Rowardennan is a 12.6 kilometer moderately trafficked point-to-point trail located near Glasgow, that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options.

Difficulty : medium Elevation : 305 m

Length : 12.6 km

live

The City Of

glasgow

THE CITY Glasgow is the most populated city in Scotland.

It is the third most populous city in the United Kingdom, as of 2019 estimated population of 611,748.

Historically part of Lanarkshire, the city now forms the Glasgow City council area, one of the 32 council areas of Scotland; the local authority is Glasgow City Council.

Glasgow is situated on the River Clyde in the country's West Central Lowlands.

It is the fifth most visited city in the UK. Glasgow grew from a small rural settlement on the River Clyde to become the largest seaport in Scotland, and tenth largest by tonnage in Britain. Expanding from the medieval bishopric and royal burgh, and the later establishment of the University of Glasgow in the fifteenth century, it became a major centre of the Scottish Enlightenment in the eighteenth century. From the eighteenth century onwards, the city also grew as one of Great Britain's main hubs of transatlantic trade with North America and the West Indies.

Glasgow actual Population is 611,748

Glasgow is the largest city of Scotland

In 1939 the city had more cinema’s seats per head than any other Uk city.

Average Gleswegian watched 51 films per year

Charles R. Mackintosh created his first water proof coat in a Glasgow textile factory in 1823.

Glasgow Metro is the 3rd oldest in the world behind London and Budapest

With the onset of the Industrial Revolution, the population and economy of Glasgow and the surrounding region expanded rapidly to become one of the world's pre-eminent centres of chemicals, textiles and engineering; most notably in the shipbuilding and marine engineering industry, which produced many innovative and famous vessels.

Glasgow was the "Second City of the British Empire" for much of the Victorian era and Edwardian period, having taken the mantle from pre-independence Dublin, which was largely recognised the second city during the Georgian era.

In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Glasgow's population grew rapidly, reaching a peak of 1,127,825 people in 1938.

Comprehensive urban renewal projects in the 1960s resulted in large-scale relocation of people to designated new towns, such as Cumbernauld, Livingston, East Kilbride and peripheral suburbs, followed by successive boundary changes.

This process reduced the population of the City of Glasgow council area to an estimated 633,120, with 985,290 people living in the defined Greater Glasgow contiguous urban area as of 2016.

The wider metropolitan area is home to over 1,800,000 people, equating to around 33% of Scotland's population.

THINGS TO DO Glasgow is well known for its beautiful, thriving shopping districts and the culture that it has to offer. It attracts a large number of tourists every year. It doesn’t matter whether you want to experience culture, food or shopping, you’ll find something to fit your interests within the boundaries of this up and coming city.

The slogan, “People Make Glasgow”, really does fit the place, and you’ll be having friendly conversations with locals and travellers alike there before you know it.

West End Considered by many to be the most beautiful part of Glasgow, you certainly shouldn’t miss the opportunity to see the West End on your adventure.

It’s one of those places that leaves a mark on you while you’re travelling, having its own independent character that can’t easily be defined. With a beautiful mix of character and stunning architecture it houses some of the loveliest vintage shops, and alleyways full of small, intimate bars and restaurants.

Visit Kelvingrove Art Museum Situated within the heart of Glasgow’s famous West End you can find Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.

As a free attraction it really shouldn’t be missed, and it’s only a quick walk away from the Kelvingrove subway station, making it easy to get to.

Curious?

Inside you’ll find more than 22 themed galleries, and 8000 objects to capture your attention.

Glasgow Cathedral & Necropolis Most of the medieval cathedrals that exist throughout the United Kingdom are now ruins, so you should take advantage of seeing one of the last remaining great cathedrals while you’re in Glasgow. It has been used for worship for more than 800 years, and has one of the largest collections of post-war stained glass windows.

Sitting directly adjacent from the Glasgow Cathedral you’ll find one of the oddest attractions that you should see during your time in Glasgow.

Modelled on the Pere-Lachaise in Paris, The Necropolis is now known as one of the most significant cemeteries in the whole of Europe.

The Lighthouse A tall, narrow, elegant amalgam of stone, steel and glass tucked away on Mitchell Lane just off Buchanan Street, this Centre for Design is a beacon for the creative industries in Scotland.

People Palace & Winter Garden Do you enjoy learning about the history of each new city that you visit? Now as weather dependent as this attraction is, it will give you the opportunity to view the way life was in Glasgow throughout the 18th to the 20th century. Inside of the main house you’ll find a collection of artefacts, photographs, prints and films from across the years. The Winter Gardens outside of the house are beautiful, which is what makes it such a weather dependent attraction, you can wonder amongst plants from far off lands, and see the beautifully restored Doulton fountain.

If you start to get a little bit hungry among the grounds, then there’s a fairly priced café where you can rest and have a bite to eat.

Attaining a height of 14 m and with a 21.3 m basin, the Doulton Fountain is the largest terracotta fountain in the world.

SEC Armadillo The SEC Armadillo (originally known as the Clyde Auditorium) is an auditorium located near the River Clyde.

Plans for a new building to increase the capacity of the SECC complex were initiated in 1994.

Designed by architects Foster and Partners, construction of the 3,000 seat venue (hence the name '3k' Armadillo) started in September 1995, and was completed in August 1997, by which time it had earned its affectionate nickname, due to the similarity of its shape to that of the animal of the same name.

urban myth Many comparisons have been made with the Sydney Opera House, although this was not the architects' inspiration for the design, which was in fact an interlocking series of ship's hulls, in reference to the Clyde's shipbuilding heritage.

SSE Hydro If you like to watch performances while you’re travelling, then it would be more than worth having a look at what artists are playing at The SSE Hydro at the time that you’re travelling.

They’ve housed many a famous name in their purpose built entertainment venue, and with many surrounding bars and restaurants you’ll be able to keep yourself busy both before and after.

The venue itself is quite a sight, and has enough room for a large number of people watching the performance, but it quite often shows not just music, but comedy and a variety of other shows.

You do need to be aware that it can get quite busy, but for most people this just adds to the atmosphere.

Glasgow City Chambers Situated in the famous George Square the City Chambers act as the home to Glasgow City Council.

From the outside of the building you wouldn’t even get the idea to expect the grand inner chambers that lie within the case of the outer architecture.

With a ballroom that appears to have stepped out of another century, and two spires with decorated dome ceilings.

The tour guides all provide an exceptional service, telling you just the right amount of information to teach you about what you’re seeing.

Make sure you take a camera with you, you’ll get some beautiful shots in there.

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