Our tourism website, discoverinverclyde.com, provides all the information you need when visiting our historic coastal towns and quaint country villages. As some normality returns to the world of tourism, we are welcoming visitors old and new to discover our hidden gems and immerse themselves in our beautiful countryside and coastal activities. And food and drink should be a highlight of your visit!
The Discover Inverclyde regional food group was established in July 2021, joining a diverse network of 18 regional food groups currently in place across the country supported by Scotland Food & Drink. The food group’s aim is to provide a platform for all local businesses and raise the profile of what Inverclyde has on offer.
Although the past 18 months within the Scottish food and drink have been particularly turbulent, with COVID-19 and Brexit having a massive impact on the industry, we are proud to say our businesses have remained resilient and we are looking forward to the opportunities that lie ahead for them.
Inverclyde is home to diverse and innovative local food and drink businesses.
Discover a wealth of information to create your own unique food and drink experience within Inverclyde, unearth new places to visit and explore our picturesque area with ease. We want to encourage everyone to experience food and drink within Inverclyde and celebrate our much loved and extraordinary businesses.
Whilst you are here enjoying the food, take the opportunity to discover more of Inverclyde.
Inverclyde is one of Scotland’s smallest regions but with the warmest welcome, it sits at the mouth of the River Clyde. Made up of three thriving towns; Port Glasgow, Greenock and Gourock and the villages of Kilmacolm & Quarrier’s Village to the East and Inverkip & Wemyss Bay to the West.
The area has a history and heritage rich in shipbuilding and seafaring dating back to the 1500’s which has left its mark throughout the region. Exploring Inverclyde is simple, you can go by car, train or even our local open top bus for a quick sightseeing tour. We have many walking and cycling routes, suitable for all ages and fitness levels, to take in the breath-taking scenery and visit local shops and cafes along the way.
Inverclyde offers a broad range of sports and leisure facilities, both indoors and outdoors, including our famous outdoor heated pool located in Gourock. Visit Lunderson Bay and enjoy a paddle in the water - a must on a nice day. Or on a rainy day visit our local independent cinema, indoor pools and children’s sporting activities.
And our arts and cultural offerings are open again, welcoming visitors to exhibitions, tours, comedy shows and music programmes. From the recently refurbished Watt Institution, to Ardgowan House and the Beacon Arts Centre, there are plenty of locations to discover Inverclyde’s arts and cultural offering.
If you like to shop, each of the towns and villages have plenty to discover; from larger retail shops in Port Glasgow’s retail park and Greenock’s Oak Mall to independent shops in Gourock, Kilmacolm, Inverkip and Wemyss Bay.
We hope this guide helps you discover many truly unique and mouth-watering venues throughout the area. To plan your trip, visit discoverinverclyde.com and try something new this autumn.
This article is brought to you in association with Discover Inverclyde.
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