Robert Simson was a Scottish mathematician and professor of mathematics at the University of Glasgow. The Simson line is named after him
Overlooking the Firth of Clyde, Greenock Esplanade is a mile-long stretch of sea-facing property and landmarks with fascinating stories to tell
Fairlie Castle is a restored 16th century oblong castle, which overlooks the glen of Fairlie
The Lady Margaret, foundered at Portencross on her maiden voyage in 1770, all recovered artefacts are on display in the West Kilbride Museum
As is common along the shore of this part of the Clyde, rich red sandstone has been used in the construction of many of the village's buildings.
Lochwinnoch is a village in the council area and historic county of Renfrewshire in the west central Lowlands of Scotland.
Historic drinking fountain and now a local landmark
Largs' most famous monument is The Pencil, situated at the south end of the Prom, near to Largs Marina.
Dalgarven Mill Musuem of Country Life and Costume lies in the Garnock Valley, near the town of Kilwinning.
These can be found at Hopeton, which lies at the top of Law Hill towards the Fairlie Moor Road