Outdoors

Explore the island beyond the shore

Ardeer Quarry Local Nature Reserve contains a mix of wetland, woodland, scrub, and grassland habitats.

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.

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

Lyle Hill is a viewpoint in Greenock, Inverclyde, with a high point of 426 feet above sea level

Crocodile Rock is an iconic Millport landmark.

Clyde Marina, gateway to the Clyde. Deep water marina berthing, full service facilities plus 2 large surfaced boatyards, maintainance, winter lay up specialists

Loch Doon is a freshwater loch in Carrick, Scotland, overlooked by the Glessel Hill and the Corserine Range

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

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

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.

Tairlaw Linn is a waterfall near Straiton in South Ayrshire.

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

Boyd Orr Garden, situated near the top of the Main Street, in memory of celebrated Nutritionist and Nobel Peace Prize Winner Lord Boyd Orr

Muirshiel Visitor Centre & Country Park gives easy access to ‘great walking in hen harrier countryside’ in what was once an impressive Victorian shooting estate