Outdoors

Troon Beach is one of the most popular beaches on the west coast as it boasts clean sands and easy access by both train and bus.

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

Merkland Wood is perfect for a short walk with great opportunities to spot wildlife.

Ballochmartin Bay is wide sweeping bay of sand, cobbles and stones

Pony Trekking, Hacking, Lessons

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

Lamlash Bay boasts great views out to the Holy Isle, and is the home to Arran Yacht Club. It also has a small beach of soft sand

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

Irvine Beach Park is a long sandy beach and wild dunes. The park boasts great facilities and plenty to entertain the family.

This beach lies between Maidens and Dunure, and is a mixture of both sand and rocky outcrops

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.

The mystical Dunure Labyrinth lies in the grounds of Dunure Castle

Explore the island beyond the shore