Outdoors

Ballantrae beach is a nature reserve that offers nesting grounds for a wide variety of birds in the nearby cliffs

Maidens Harbour was established in the mid 19th century

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.

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

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

Loch Iorsa sits in a scenic glen on the west of Arran. It runs through the heart of Dougarie Estate.

The West Island Way is a long distance walking path route on the Island of Bute.

Goatfell stands at 874 metres making it the highest point on Arran.

The Brig o' Doon, sometimes called the Auld Brig or Old Bridge of Doon, is a late medieval bridge in Ayrshire

Blackwaterfoot beach is a stunning sandy beach in the tranquill village of Blackwaterfoot.

Drumadoon point is a where the headland comes to a point, from the Doon Cliff.

The stunning Ardencraig Gardens, situated in Rothesay, were originally designed as part of the nearby Ardencraig House.

Enjoy beautiful views over Rothesay to the Firth of Clyde and the Cowal Peninsula from the top of Canada Hill.

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.

Crocodile Rock is an iconic Millport landmark.