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  Clydebank - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Clydebank (Bruach Chluaidh in Gaelic) is a town in west central Scotland, lying on the north bank of the river Clyde.
Clydebank is currently the largest town in the Local Authority Area (or county) of West Dunbartonshire; with a population of around 46,000 it is home to roughly half the area's people.
Clydebank FC formerly held status as a senior league club but, while in administration in 2002, the club was purchased by a consortium and moved to Airdrie and renamed Airdrie United.
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 Clydebank F.C. - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Clydebank had to wait a year in the Combined Reserve League competing against Jordanhill Training College, Glasgow Transport, and the Third XI's of the Old Firm.
Clydebank achieved success in their 35 years as a Scottish League club, having a couple of stints in the Premier League.
Clydebank fans took great heart in demonstrating that in just 3 short seasons, their club can compete against the very best non-league side in Scotland, and can also attract a support which easily rivals any achieved in the Scottish League Second or Third Divisions.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Clydebank_F.C.   (545 words)

  
 TheClydebankStory - Periods: Clydebank, 1945-1980
The existing Clydebank Burgh boundaries were thereby extended by the acquisition of 633 acres to the north-east of the village of Hardgate, where modern-day Faifley was built.
From the late 1950s onwards, the problems created for planners by Clydebank's pattern of road, rail and water transport were greatly lessened, with the closure of various transport links.
The Clydebank Blitz affected the lives of the residents of Clydebank for many years after the end of the Second World War.
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 Clydebank Till I Die
Clydebank fans were devastated to hear of the passing away of Bobby Woods, a Clydebank fan for over 60 years of his life.
Clydebank were beaten by the better team (not for the first time this season) as St Anthony's secured their safety with a 3-1 victory.
Clydebank were leading through Crawford but a wonder-strike brought the scores level, and while Clydebank pushed everyone forward late on Greenock scored a winner with their best move of the game.
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 Clydebank Collection
Donated might be too strong a word, for I believe that a lot of work was necessary from local enthusiasts led by district chief librarian John Hood to ensure that some of the priceless relics were not consigned to the scrap heap.
Whatever the politics of the matter, Clydebank district council now owns what is undoubtedly the finest collection of Singer machines in existence, plus a goodly number of rare other makes.
Clydebank, although a forward-looking authority, is like all others strapped for cash, although a programme to obtain machines to fill obvious gaps in the collection is already being put into operation.
www.ismacs.net /singer/collection.html   (1247 words)

  
 The Clydebank Story
Between 1870 and 1914 Clydebank became a world renowned shipbuilding yard and was the fastest growing town in Britain.
During World War 2 Clydebank's industries were targeted by German bombers and the town suffered devastating air raids on the 13th and 14th March 1941.
In July 1980 the Clydebank Campaign for Employment pushed for the town to be named as one of the seven new UK Enterprise Zones proposed by the government.
www.lib.gla.ac.uk /Resources/month/mar2005.shtml   (307 words)

  
 Edinburgh City Vs Clydebank - Friendly   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Clydebank were spurred into action and were on level terms within 11 minutes.
Clydebank started the second half on the attack and immediately put the home side under pressure, and forcing Vannett to deal with a number of shots and crosses.
City succesfully held off their opponents until the 75th minute when Clydebank substitute, Paul Wilson, was on hand to turn in Ryan Waddell's cross at the back post.
www.edinburghcityfc.com /ecfc/clydebank170704.html   (315 words)

  
 BBC SPORT | CLYDEBANK | Bankies offer on table
Clydebank's administrator has recommended a takeover offer for the club.
It is likely that the proposed deal would see those owed money by the Bankies having to cut their losses and accept sums less than the total of the debts.
It is understood the proposed buyer is a group headed by Glasgow businessman David McGhee, although the administrator declined to name the interested party.
news.bbc.co.uk /sport1/hi/football/teams/c/clydebank/1108524.stm   (228 words)

  
 Clydebank College   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Established in 1965, Clydebank College is a UK government funded state College with over 10,000 students enrolled annually, and with over 10 years experience of working with international students.
Clydebank College is located in the vibrant town of Clydebank, which is within the City of Glasgow Metropolitan area.
Established in 1965, Clydebank College is a government funded state college, with over 10 years experience of working with International students.
www.intstudy.com /script/univ/clydebank.htm   (995 words)

  
 It Was as If my Dream was a Reality, Author Melynda Jarratt   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
May Brockway survived the spectacular bombing of Clydebank, Scotland on March 13-14, 1941, in which more than 2000 people were killed and thousands of buildings destroyed.
Nearly sixty years have passed since the bombing of Clydebank: May's family is now grown with children and grandchildren of their own.
During the 30s and 40s, the shipyards at Clydebank were among the largest in the British Isles and it was at Clydebank that famous luxury liners the Queen Mary and the Queen Elizabeth were built in the 1930s.
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 MSN Encarta - Search Results - Clydebank
Clydebank, town, West Dunbartonshire, west-central Scotland, located on the River Clyde west of Glasgow and forming part of the Glasgow conurbation....
Clydebank FC, former Scottish football club based in Greenock that went into administration during the 2001-2002 season.
A new team, Airdrie United, was formed in time for the start of the 2002-2003 season.
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 Clydebank model boat club Glasgow Scotland uk model boats
Clydebank model boat club, Clydebank, Glasgow,knightswood boats model boat club,Forth and Clyde canal,model boat plans and clydebank the Waverley river clyde, the bankies, BANKIES.
Formed in the shadows of the world-wide famous John Brown's Clydebank shipyard (later Kvaerner) home of the three queens (Queen Elizabeth, Queen Mary and the present Queen Elizabeth 2 (QE2).
Clydebank Model Boat Club sail amid the peace and tranquility of the beautiful surroundings at Bowling Harbour in the part of the canal next to Lock 38 with access to the River Clyde which is only a stones throw away.
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 Overview of Clydebank   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
An industrial town on the River Clyde to the west of Glasgow, Clydebank developed from a small vilage to a major shipbuilding centre in the 19th Century.
Originally known as Barns o' Clyde Its name was changed in 1882 to Clydebank, the name of the shipyard established by J & G Thomson in 1872.
In March 1941 two air raids resulted in more than 500 dead, the destruction of more than one-third of the town's houses and 96 percent of the population had to be evacuated for a time.
www.geo.ed.ac.uk /scotgaz/towns/townfirst447.html   (202 words)

  
 CLYDEBANK - LoveToKnow Article on CLYDEBANK   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
There are stations at Yoker, Clydebank, Kilbowie and Dalmuir, all comprised within the burgh since f886, served by both the North British and the Caledonian railways.
At Clydebank are large shipbuilding yards and engineering works; at Yoker there is some shipbuilding and a distillery; at Kilbowie the Singer Manufacturing Company have an immense factory, covering nearly 50 acres and giving employment to many thousands of operatives; at Dalmuir are the building and repairing yards of the Clyde Navigation Trust.
The important Rothesay Dock, under this trust, was opened by the prince and princess of Wales in April 1907.
www.1911ency.org /C/CL/CLYDEBANK.htm   (162 words)

  
 Clydebank College :: Learn For Life : Learn For Work : Learn For Fun
Here at Clydebank College we aim to guide you through learning routes to realise your educational needs and career ambitions.
So why not have a browse and explore the learning opportunities Clydebank College could offer you, if you have any questions please call us on 0141-952-2122.
Clydebank College located near Glasgow, Scotland welcomes international students from 55 different countries.
www.clydebank.ac.uk   (228 words)

  
 Clydebank College :: Part Time
The range of courses available at Clydebank College have been put together to help you take up learning opportunities on a part-time basis and we hope you will find something to catch your eye here.
Whether this is during the day or evening, we hope there is a programme at Clydebank College to suit your lifestyle.
Clydebank College, Kilbowie Road, Clydebank, G81 2AA T: +44 (0)141 951 2122 E: info@clydebank.ac.uk
www.clydebank.ac.uk /courses.asp?page=Part+Time   (326 words)

  
 FOOTBALLCRESTS.COM - Clydebank FC
The Clydebank FC club name, crest and kit were, as requested, transferred to the fans organisation 'United Clydebank Supporters' (UCS).
The crest of Clydebank FC is very interesting and similar to the Clydebank District Council coat of arms (originally used by the Burgh of Clydebank from 1930).
The Clydebank District Council coat of arms now also displays a white dove in the centre of the red cross.
www.footballcrests.com /clydebankfc.htm   (423 words)

  
 ESPN.com Soccernet Scotland: Full-time Report - Forfar Athletic v Clydebank
Clydebank lifted themselves clear of danger with a comfortable win at Station Park as they clinched a 2-0 win against Forfar.
But after that, they rarely threatened and it was Clydebank who settled to dominate the game.
And a minute later Clydebank were two ahead as Jacquin turned provider for Brian Hamilton to fire the Bankies further in front.
www.soccernet.com /scotland/2000/20000916/reports/Forfar_Clydebank_full.html   (196 words)

  
 Clydebank Rugby Football Club Home Page
Clydebank 2 tries - Cumbernauld lots of tires and promotion to their first XV What looked to be a good game in prospect against Cumbernauld turned into a one sided affair for most of the game with the Cumbernauld U18's easily outstripping the Clydebank youngsters for pace, strength and yearly salary.
A well fed Cumbernauld outfit who despite their superior size still thought that it would be fairer if they fielded a full fifteen against the Clydebank thirteen, perhaps the Cumbernauld management felt their team would be lonely.
Anyway, the Clydebank team managed to show a good level of skill with fine performances all round.
www.clydebankrfc.com   (626 words)

  
 Different Worlds | About the webmaster | A Clydebank Childhood
All "Bankies" (natives of Clydebank) are proud of their town, and its history, short though it may be, but only a few of us spent the first few years of our life living above the old Fire Station in Hall Street and playing just a few yards from the gates into John Brown's shipyard.
I entered the world in December 1956 in a maternity hospital in Helensburgh, which means that my birth certificate gives Helensburgh, not Clydebank, as my place of birth.
However my father, Sam Smillie, was a fireman in Clydebank (as were both of his brothers and his father before him), and he and my mother, Joyce, lived in one of the tied tenement flats over the Fire Station in Hall Street.
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 Official Site Content   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
In July 2002 the absentee Clydebank FC owner John Hall accepted a bid from Airdrie United to effectively purchase our Scottish Football League membership and take up Clydebank's position in the Scottish Football League.
Clydebank supporters were faced with life without their football team.
A tremendous effort from our supporters revived the club and after a year out The Bankies were elected into the Scottish Junior Football Association at their AGM on June 21st 2003.
www.clydebankfc.co.uk /main.html   (602 words)

  
 Clydebank Re-built :: Home
Clydebank Rebuilt is an organisation dedicated to developing the area - its economy, environment, buildings and society.
Our biggest assets in achieving this are the people of Clydebank - closely followed by the river Clyde itself.
Clydebank Re-built is itself a partnership - formed by West Dunbartonshire Council and Scottish Enterprise Dunbartonshire.
www.clydebankrebuilt.co.uk   (200 words)

  
 Argyll, Helensburgh and Loch Lomond
Clydebank also has a multiplex cinema and a modern, well-equipped leisure centre.
Clydebank has good transport links with Glasgow and the West Coast, as well as being at the north end of the Erskine Bridge and therefore very conveniently situated for access to Glasgow Airport.
Clydebank is the home of John Brown's shipyard - John Brown started in business in 1837 in Sheffield and in 1899 bought the Thomsons Shipyard in Clydebank; as a result of major investment, the new management changed the yard into one of the best equipped in Britain.
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 Clydebank Re-built :: Projects
The schools programme is a major element of the consultative approach being adopted by Clydebank re-built.
Key areas discussed were the riverside areas, some 450 acres of land from the former John Browns shipyard to the Erskine Bridge.   They initially viewed and discussed ideas for the riverside within the class room.
Then, working in teams, they oriented their way around the Clydebank district and using "seek and find activity sheets" identified and located popular architectural landmarks as well as some less familiar buildings.  In an afternoon session at the Lighthouse pupils then worked from photographs that they had previously taken of the area.
www.clydebankrebuilt.co.uk /projects.html?pid=123   (260 words)

  
 Community Learning and Development in the South Clydebank Area West Dunbartonshire Council 06/07/2004
The population in the 5-15 age band is predicted to fall in the area by 24.7% by 2016 with the 45-49 age band predicted to rise by 18% by 2016.
Unemployment in the Clydebank area is currently running at West Dunbartonshire has above the national average of lone pensioner and lone parent households.
Those young people and members of the Clydebank Youth Forum were well supported to develop activity programmes for other young people in their communities.
www.hmie.gov.uk /documents/inspection/CLDWestDunbartonshire.html   (8591 words)

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