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Newton Mearns, Renfrewshire

Newton Mearns is a suburban town in Renfrewshire. Once a small town, from the early 20th century it gradually became a growing commuter suburb of Glasgow, with huge expansion from the 1950s. Historical buildings in the area include the 15th century Mearns Castle, Greenbank House and the 1813 Mearns Kirk. The town is within the council area of East Renfrewshire.

Place Type: Town
Historic County: Renfrewshire
Lat, Long: 55.772104,-4.3338722
Grid Reference: NS 5369 5566
Civil Parish: Mearns CP
Council Area: East Renfrewshire CA
Police Area: Scotland (Greater Glasgow) PA
Devolved Legislature:  Scottish Parliament

GBPN ID: 32681
Entry Type: Main listing (P)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Newton_Mearns,_Renfrewshire_32681

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