Bluebell Woods

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"On the southern edge of Johnstone, a path network running from people’s doorsteps in Johnstone Castle out through Bluebell Woods and up onto the hills beyond was created. Between 1996 and 2002, we created 6km of new paths and upgraded 3km of existing paths.

The new path network provides a variety of opportunities for walking - from short routes in Bluebell Woods to walk the dog for a few minutes after work, to longer walks up to the hills beyond for those who want a longer jaunt. You can even continue over the hill to Neilston if you want a big challenge !
Our work has not been restricted to path upgrading. Other associated countryside improvements include measures to reduce fly-tipping, repair damaged fencing, and fell dangerous trees beside paths.

A total of almost £200,000 has been invested in the path network. The Council contributed £63,000, less than one third of the total project cost and working out as only approximately £10,000 per year. The remaining £137,000 came from Scottish Natural Heritage, Shanks McEwan, Renfrewshire Environmental Trust, the Forestry Commission, and the Millennium Forest for Scotland Trust."