The beach area on the A770 just south of Gourock and a mile or so north of Inverkip.

A grassy and beach area, safe for the children and with plenty of free parking, a food van, well-maintained toilets and easy public transport access.

The whole area showing from the main road (safely behind a fence) all the way to the shore.

Plenty of room, seats and picnic tables. There's even a garden centre across the road if you have green fingers.

Ices, burgers, soft drinks, tea and the ubiquitous coffee all within easy reach.

A ubiquitous coffee? It's like a macchiato but without the attitude.

The toilets, close-up. Easy disabled access is an important feature.