Place in Argyll and Bute, Scotland
| Coordinates: | 56.016, -4.808 |
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| OS grid ref: | NS 25 83 |
| Population: | 1,260 |
| Dialling code: | 01436 (Helensburgh) |
Rosneath sits on the tip of the Rosneath Peninsula in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, tucked where the Gareloch meets the wider Firth of Clyde. The village enjoys dramatic coastal scenery with wooded slopes, quiet bays and clear views across the Clyde towards the Arrochar Alps and the Isle of Bute, making it a draw for walkers, boaters and photographers.
Historically the settlement grew around the old estate and castle on the peninsula and played a role in 20th‑century naval activity because of its sheltered waters. Today Rosneath combines a small, close‑knit community with an economy based on local services, tourism and commuting to nearby towns such as Helensburgh or even Glasgow, while retaining a distinctly rural, coastal character.
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