Outdoors

Clyde Muirshiel - literally meaning "moorhut" - is the collective name for countryside set aside for conservation and recreation on the South Clyde estuary.

Tairlaw Linn is a waterfall near Straiton in South Ayrshire.

The Electric Brae is a gravity hill in Ayrshire, Scotland, where a freewheeling vehicle will appear to be drawn uphill by some mysterious attraction

Stravanan Bay itself is a fine sandy beach, more secluded than many of the better known beaches further up the west coast of the isle.

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.

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

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

Lynn Spout is a stunning waterfall on the Caaf Water near Dalry in Ayrshire.

Butter Lump is small rock a few yards offshore towards the South East of the island of Great Cumbrae.

Whiting Bay is a stunning one mile long beach with a shallow bay.

Pony Trekking, Hacking, Lessons

The Heads of Ayr are high cliffs which tower above a remote sandy beach.

The naturally occurring Glaid Stone marks the highest point of Great Cumbrae at 417ft.

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