Outdoors

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

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

Explore the island beyond the shore

Promoting our remarkable landscape and heritage to local people and to visitors.

The beautiful Pirnmill beach located in the small village of Pirnmill on the north-west coast of the Arran.

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

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

Marina on the Clyde offering berthing for national and international boats

Kilmory beach is one of Arran's hidden gems and is a stunning but peaceful beach, accessed either by farm track or by path from Lagg

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

Also spelled Fintray Bay, this red sand beach sits in the middle of the west coast of Great Cumbrae and is approximately 2 km northwest of Millport.

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.

Irvine Beach Park is a long sandy beach and wild dunes. The park boasts great facilities and plenty to entertain the family.

Viewpoint Indicator situated in Corsehill Drive, stunning panoramic views of Arran and beyond, includes a photographic plate detailing key information