Outdoors

Look out for resident wildlife when exploring the coppery sands of Scalpsie Bay, located on the west coast of Bute.

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

Orchard Gardens are beautiful gardens with herbaceous borders, formal pond and formal flowerbeds, which are always full of colour

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

Kay Park is a 30 acres park in Kilmarnock, East Ayrshire

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.

This picturesque waterfall lies off of a minor road near Doon Bridge, around a mile west of Dalmellington

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

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

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.

Crocodile Rock is an iconic Millport landmark.

Loch Thom is a reservoir which since 1827 has provided a water supply to the town of Greenock

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

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