MEMORIES of an iconic Inverclyde railway station and its pier are being sought for a new history project.

The Friends of Wemyss Bay Station are encouraging people to share their stories of travelling to and from the world-famous landmark in decades past as they headed off 'doon the watter'.

The team want to interview people and record their tales, and are also looking for photos which will shed even more light on journeys through the ages.

Responses will be added to station's archive and will feature on the Friends of Wemyss Bay Station website.

Greg Beecroft, who is one of the Friends, said the group decided it was the right time to encourage people to share their treasured memories.

He added: "A lot is known about the history of the station itself but we want to bring out the more human side of the station and the pier.

"We know a lot about the physical aspects of the station but not a lot about the experiences of passengers."

Greg said the group are keen to hear from anyone who still remembers what life was like before electric trains, and who travelled out to different places from Wemyss Bay.

He added: "Electric trains have been here for more than 50 years but there may still be some people around who can remember the steam trains.

"We want to know about all the sights, sounds and smells of the station back then.

"People used to come and go to all sorts of places, not just Rothesay.

"We would love to know what it was like travelling down on the train to Wemyss Bay and then on the steamer to places like Arran and Campbeltown."

Greg says the Friends would love to hear from anyone who worked at the station over the years about how their role changed.

The Friends hope they are on track to receive a selection of fascinating tales from passengers with happy memories.

Greg said: "It would be lovely to have a record of people's real-life experiences."

Anyone who would like to participate in the project should email info@friendsofwemyssbaystation.co.uk