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Henry Bell Monument – Colquhoun Square loop from Helensburgh

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Henry Bell Monument – Colquhoun Square loop from Helensburgh

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Henry Bell Monument – Colquhoun Square loop from Helensburgh

01:02

4.07km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 28, 2026

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1.59 km

Henry Bell Monument

Highlight • Monument

This monument was erected in 1872 to the memory of Henry Bell, who built the Paddle Steamer Comet in 1812, the first commercial steam boat in Europe. Further info can be found on destinationhelensburgh.org/henry-bell

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1.72 km

Start of the John Muir Way, Helensburgh

Highlight • Cycleway

The John Muir Way stretches for 134 miles or 215 km between Helensburgh on the west coast through Scotland's heartland to Dunbar in the east. You'll find ample information on (the photo of) an information board, attached to this highlight.

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1.82 km

Helensburgh Outdoor Museum – John Muir Plinth

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"Helensburgh’s Outdoor Museum is an awarding winning museum situated in the centre of Helensburgh in Colquohoun Square. It is an accessible museum that explores, celebrates and displays the rich and …

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1.87 km

Colquhoun Square

Highlight • Settlement

"Colquhoun Square has been designed to create a town centre with attractive, usable and flexible public space which supports community events, festivals and markets. While previously the area was a …

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2.19 km

Helensburgh Pier

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Jetting out nearly 820 feet (250 m) into the water, the wide pier at Helensburgh makes for a great (if not a little exposed) walk or ride with magnificent views. …

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2.36 km

Helensburgh Pier and Henry Bell Monument

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Helensburgh Pier extends 804 feet (245 m) from the coast and affords lovely views over the Upper Firth of Clyde and the town itself. The pier, which was built in …

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2.58 km

Clyde Sea Lochs Trail Sign, Helensburgh

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Interesting information about Helensburgh, such as its history and local heroes as well as the surrounding wildlife, can be found on this sign. Furthermore, there are two QR codes that …

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4.07 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.46 km

232 m

167 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.55 km

292 m

157 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 20 May

16°C

8°C

87 %

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Henry Bell Monument – Colquhoun Square loop from Helensburgh

Henry Bell Monument

Start of the John Muir Way, Helensburgh

Helensburgh Outdoor Museum – John Muir Plinth

Colquhoun Square

Helensburgh Pier

Helensburgh Pier and Henry Bell Monument

Clyde Sea Lochs Trail Sign, Helensburgh

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