Outdoors

Ascog Hall and its stunning Victorian Fernery is a fascinating day out, especially for nature lovers.

The sand of Irvine beach is said to be immaculate.

Also spelled Fintray Bay, this red sand beach sits in the middle of the west coast of Great Cumbrae and is approximately 2 km northwest of Millport.

The Kirktonhall Glen runs from the centre of the Village to the Beaches at Seamill

Explore the island beyond the shore

Aird Hill is a summit in the North of Great Cumbrae, overlooking the north and west coasts of the island.

Picturesque loch outside the village of Kilmacolm

Girvan has, for centuries, been a thriving fishing port, and this modern harbour represents much of that original charm

Below the Loch Doon dam, the River Doon has carved a route through a beautiful wooded gorge.

This wide sandy beach boasts excellent views out over the Firth of Clyde and across to Arran.

Urie Loch is a stunning loch near Lamlash on Arran.

The Discovery Centre and Winter Garden is just a short walk from the ferry terminal and so makes a great starting place for visitors to Bute.

Also known as The Straad, St Ninian’s Bay is another small bay on the west coast of Bute.

Eglinton Country Park is a great day out for all of the family, with a range of activities set out over the huge 400 hectare ground.