New to the Area
This part of the handbook has been designed to support colleagues who are planning to relocate to the area to take up their new post. It contains information both for those arriving from abroad as well as for those from other parts of the UK. Please let us know if anything is missing or if you need additional support. You should contact your line manager in the first instance.
Welcome to Clydebank!
The Golden Jubilee National University Hospital and Conference Hotel are located in the Dalmuir area of Clydebank, a town on the river Clyde with a population of almost 26,000.
The town is very well served by transport links if you want to explore further afield, but there are plenty of amenities and things to do in the local area.
Clydebank is about 5 miles away from Glasgow, just 30 minutes by public transport.
NHS Golden Jubilee sits directly on the banks of the historic river Clyde, famous for its history of shipbuilding. Before it was a hospital, the site of NHS Golden Jubilee used to be the largest and most advanced shipyard in the UK, up until 1930.
This industrial history runs throughout the region. Canals were used throughout industrial Britain to transport heavy goods across land. One such canal runs alongside the hospital. To the East, the canal connects the Hospital to Clydebank, to Glasgow City Centre, and even all the way out to Falkirk 30 miles away in the heart of Scotland!
Clydebank is about 5 miles away from Glasgow, Scotland’s biggest city with a population of about 625,000, and over 1.6 million people living within Glasgow’s commuter area, including you!
This means that you are only a short journey (around 30 minutes by public transport) away from the vibrant City Centre and West End.
If you fancy exploring somewhere less populated, you can reach the beautiful shores of Loch Lomond in around 36 minutes by train.
Closer to home, Clydebank is a local hub for shopping, culture and lifestyle. Only a mile away from the Hospital, Clydebank is home to a shopping centre, theatres, restaurants, nightlife, and community groups.
Below are some helpful links of what there is to see and do in the nearby area:
- www.clydebankpost.co.uk/leisure/
- www.eventbrite.co.uk/d/united-kingdom--clydebank/events/
- www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attractions-g186587-Activities-Clydebank_West_Dunbartonshire_Loch_Lomond_and_The_ Trossachs_National_Park_Scotland.html
Hill Walking
Walking is a favourite pastime and a great way to explore and enjoy the beautiful country side Scotland has to offer. We’re fortunate in Clydebank to have a number a walking trails very close by so whether you fancy the challenge of the West Highland Way (156km) or a more sedate stroll around The Whangie (5km) there is something for all levels of walkers.
More information can be found at: www.alltrails.com/scotland/west-dunbartonshire/clydebank
