Isle of Arran - “Scotland in Miniature”

Holy Isle, the view from Lamlash Bay

Some of the attractions:

Brodick Castle & Gardens. Stunning castle with an amazing history set in beautiful gardens

Distillery at Lochranza. Brewery at Brodick. Both have ‘off-sales’ and tours

Arran Aromatics – Brodick. Everything ‘aromatic’! Has viewing gallery and shop

Heritage Museum and the Burnside Art Gallery at Brodick

Balmichael Visitor Centre – Shiskine. Quad bikes, laser shooting, archery, crafts.

Holy Isle – Lamlash. Centre for World Peace and Health, Buddhist owned island with lovely walks to see wild Eriskay ponies, soay sheep and saanen goats and much more.

The view over Goat Fell

What’s to do?

Walking. Opportunities to explore a variety of landscapes and discover an abundance of wildlife. From climbing Goat Fell [880 metres] to walking the Coastal Way etc. etc.

Seven golf courses. All are amongst the most scenic in Scotland.

Auchrannie Spa Resort. Fitness suite, swimming pools, indoor tennis and badminton etc.

Fishing, diving, sailing, cycling, bowls, power boats, horse riding, bird watching, tennis and much more.

Contacts for further information:

www.visit-isle-of-arran.eu for tourist information

www.arrancoast.co.uk for information on a unique marine conservation project

www.calmac.co.uk or telephone 08000 66 5000 for information on ferries

Telephone 01770 302000 for buses around the island.

http://www.feltnatural.co.uk
Stylish hand felted bags, scarves, flower corsages and many more felted items for sale. Felt making classes held throughout the year.