Our people can live an active lifestyle with access to sports and exercise activities 
Renfrewshire Community Plan 2008 - 2017 Johnstone
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Location map of JohnstoneJohnstone sits on the south bank of the Black Cart Water, which provided the power for the early development of industry. For more information on the town's history see related content pages (to the right).
The planned layout of the town has provided two splendid civic squares, Houstoun Square and Ludovic Square, elegantly furnished and planted.
A vibrant local shopping centre is enhanced by good sports and leisure facilities.
Johnstone Swimming Pool has a learner's pool as well as a 25 metre pool and fitness suite.
Johnstone Library is the second busiest in Renfrewshire and has recently been renovated .
Johnstone Swimming Pool has a learner's pool as well as a 25 metre pool and fitness suite.
Johnstone Library is the second busiest in Renfrewshire and has recently been renovated .
Johnstone History Society manages the innovative History Museum, hosted by Morrison's Supermarket in Napier Street. The Museum is open Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 10.30 am - 4.00 pm. Group visits can be organised on Mondays or Tuesdays from 11.00 am to 2.30 pm. To book a group visit please letter the Museum at 30 Napier Street Johnstone, PA5 8SF. Cochrane Castle Golf Club is the local course, an 18 hole 5664 metre parkland course. The town has a good selection of pubs, restaurants and cafes, and a well known local hotel.
Walks around Johnstone
National Cycle Routes 7 and 75 follow the line of old railways to the south and west of the town. Route 7 runs from Irvine in Ayrshire to Paisley and on to Glasgow, route 75 from Greenock to Edinburgh. These traffic free routes provide peaceful access to the surrounding countryside, with wide views and lots of bird and plant life. Look out for the interesting sculptures along NCR 75 - there is even a Roman Legion near Kilmacolm. The Brandy Burn Way runs from Johnstone's Bluebell Woods to Gleniffer Braes Country Park. The route starts at the junction of Beith Road and Rannoch Drive and ends at the Robertson Car Park on the Braes.
Further information
For more information on travelling to Renfrewshire visit our travel information page.
Or if you would like further details on enjoying the walks in our area visit our walks information page.
More tourist information including accommodation in Renfrewshire is available from The Tourist Information Centre in Paisley on 0141 889 0711 or at paisley@visitscotland.com
Visit Renfrewshire is a developing website sponsored by local businesses. Try it for special offers on accommodation and events.
