Outdoors

Urie Loch is a stunning loch near Lamlash on Arran.

Marina on the Clyde offering berthing for national and international boats

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

Barassie Beach is situated just round the bend in the coast, from Troon Beach, meaning it does not get nearly as busy as Troon beach.

This sandy beach lies in the picturesque holiday village of Maidens and runs north all the way to Culzean Castle and Country Park.

The sand of Irvine beach is said to be immaculate.

The mystical Dunure Labyrinth lies in the grounds of Dunure Castle

Seamill beach in Ayrshire boasts lovely views across to the Isle of Arran and down the Firth of Clyde.

Greenock Cut Visitors' Centre is situated close to Loch Thom in Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park

The Spout of Garnock is approximately 60–70 ft high, making it is the county's highest waterfall

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

Kames Bay is located on the southern coast of the Isle of Great Cumbrae

This unusual geological feature is located near Kilchattan Bay on the south end of the Isle of Bute.

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

Home to the vitrified fort of Dunagoil, the cliff and caves around Dunagoil provide a scenic background for imaginative adventurers.