Renfrew Castle, Glasgow

#353 among attractions in Glasgow

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Renfrew Castle was situated at the royal burgh of Renfrew, Scotland, which is near the confluence of the River Clyde and the River Cart. The original 12th-century castle was built by Walter fitz Alan, Steward of Scotland, upon a river islet known as the King's Inch. This was replaced in the 13th century with a new castle by the road to the Clyde ferry, which became a royal castle under King Robert II. In the 15th century, the King's Inch site was rebuilt as Inch Castle by Sir John Ross. Both castles were demolished in the 18th century and nothing remains above ground at either site. ()

Alternative names: Built: XII centuryCoordinates: 55°52'48"N, 4°23'10"W

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Renfrew Castle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Braehead, Braehead Arena, Titan Crane, Renfrew Town Hall.

0.9 miE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Braehead, Glasgow
22 min walk • Braehead Shopping Centre stands as a beacon of modern retail and entertainment within the bustling city of Glasgow, United Kingdom. Opened in 1999, this expansive complex has become a central hub for shoppers and families alike, offering a diverse range of outlets...
0.9 miE
Sport venue, Sport, Entertainment
Braehead Arena, Glasgow
23 min walk • Braehead Arena, located on the outskirts of Glasgow, United Kingdom, is a premier sports venue that has become a cornerstone for both local and international events. This versatile arena, nestled within the bustling Braehead Shopping Centre area, is a hub of activity...
1.5 miNW
Museum, Science museum, View point
Titan Crane, Clydebank
38 min walk • Titan Clydebank, more commonly known as the Titan Crane is a 150-foot-high cantilever crane at Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland.
~450 ftSW
City hall, Gothic Revival architecture
Renfrew Town Hall, Clydebank
3 min walk • Renfrew Town Hall is a municipal facility at The Cross, Renfrew, Renfrewshire, Scotland. The town hall, which was the headquarters of the royal burgh of Renfrew, is a Category A listed building.
0.4 miSW
Park, Garden
Robertson Park, Glasgow
11 min walk • Robertson Park is in Renfrew, Scotland. It has recreational parkland and garden areas which are open to the public.
1 miE
Museum
Scottish Maritime Museum, Glasgow
26 min walk • The Scottish Maritime Museum is an industrial museum with a Collection Recognised as Nationally Significant to Scotland. It is located at two sites in the West of Scotland in Irvine and Dumbarton, with a focus on Scotland's shipbuilding heritage.
0.7 miS
Town, Area
Renfrew, Glasgow
17 min walk • Renfrew is a town 6 miles west of Glasgow in the west central Lowlands of Scotland. It is the historic county town of Renfrewshire. Called the "Cradle of the Royal Stewarts" for its early link with Scotland's former royal house, Renfrew gained royal burgh status in 1397.
0.9 miW
Bridge
White Cart Bridge, Glasgow
23 min walk • White Cart Bridge is a Scherzer rolling lift bascule bridge situated on the A8 road in Renfrew, Scotland. The bridge crosses White Cart Water at the confluence with the Black Cart River.
0.7 miN
Neighbourhood
Yoker, Glasgow
18 min walk • Yoker is an area of Glasgow, Scotland, on the northern bank of the Clyde east of Clydebank, 5 miles west of the city centre. From the fourteenth century, the Renfrew Ferry has linked Yoker with Renfrew on the south bank.
1.4 miNW
Universities and schools
Clydebank College, Clydebank
37 min walk • Clydebank College was a further education college in Clydebank, in West Dunbartonshire, Scotland. It is now part of the merged institution West College Scotland.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Renfrew Castle?

Nearby attractions include Renfrew Town Hall, Clydebank (3 min walk), Robertson Park, Glasgow (11 min walk), Renfrew, Glasgow (17 min walk), Yoker, Glasgow (18 min walk).

How to get to Renfrew Castle by public transport?

The nearest stations to Renfrew Castle:

Bus

Renfrew Town Hall • Lines: 101 (4 min walk)
Dumbarton Road / Yetholm Street • Lines: 2 (16 min walk)

Train

Yoker (23 min walk)
Garscadden (26 min walk)