Location and coordinates are for the approximate centre of Elderslie within this administrative area. Geographic features and populated places may cross administrative borders.
Gazetteer of the British Isles (Edinburgh: Bartholomew, 1887). John Bartholomew
Elderslie.-- quoad sacra par. and vil. with ry. sta., Abbey par., Renfrewshire -- par., pop. 2242; vil., 2 miles W. of Paisley, pop. 1141; P.O.; traditional birthplace of Sir William Wallace (1270-1305), who is often called the Knight of Elderslie.