Outdoors

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

Award-winning beach located on the western coastline of Ayrshire

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

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

Urie Loch is a stunning loch near Lamlash on Arran.

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

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

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

Barassie Beach is situated just round the bend in the coast, from Troon Beach, meaning it does not get nearly as busy as Troon beach.

Picturesque loch outside the village of Kilmacolm

The sand of Irvine beach is said to be immaculate.

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

Tairlaw Linn is a waterfall near Straiton in South Ayrshire.

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