Estate Agents in Bishopton

The village of Bishopton is approximately 15 miles west of Glasgow. It sits near the southern bank of the River Clyde, offering residents both a peaceful, semi-rural setting and easy access to the outlying towns, Glasgow.

Bishopton has historical ties to the medieval church, as suggested by its name, which refers to the “Bishop’s Town”, many of the original homes can still be found in the village and outskirts. Over the years Bishopton has been developed to include many of the homes that can be found today. In 2013 new build developers began building on the former ROF site, now known as Dargavel.

Amenities

Bishopton offers a variety of amenities that cater to the need’s residents. Here are some key amenities in the village:

• A selection of small shops, including convenience stores including a Co-op and Sainsburys Local, a pharmacy, and a post office.
• There are a couple of cafés and several take -aways. With a couple of local pubs on your doorstep nothing is ever too far away.
• Bishopton Medical Centre provides primary healthcare to the village. A satellite surgery is due to be opened Summer 2025.
• There are three dentists accepting both NHS and private patients.

Schools and Education

• Bishopton Primary School is a well-regarded primary school and is located within the village.
• Dargavel Primary School was opened in 2021 and serves the children of Dargavel, a second primary school is due to be opened in the near future.
• Park Mains High School in Erskine and Trinity High School in Renfrew serve those young adults attending secondary school.
• For pre-school children there are several nurseries in the area, in the village, you will find Cairellot Nursery and Dargavel Early Learning & Childcare Centre

Recreation and Leisure

Bishopton has several play parks and there is lots of open space for kids to explore. The village has several clubs including: Tennis Club, Scouting Group, Girl Guides, football and rugby clubs for all ages.

For golfers there are several courses in the area with Erskine Golf Club, Gleddoch Hotel and Mar Hall all within a short distance. All of which accept visitors. The village offers scenic walking and cycling routes along the River Clyde and through nearby countryside.

Mar Hall Hotel, Ingliston Country Club and Gleddoch Hotel all within a short distance offer a touch of luxury with their food, overnight stays and spas.

Transport Links

Bishopton is well connected, with a train station offering services to Glasgow and Greenock, making it an attractive location for commuters. You can be in Glasgow in around 17 minutes.

The M8 network is on your doorstep making commuting by road easy. With Erskine Bridge a couple of miles away you have easy access to the North of the River Clyde and beyond.