Two hotels and thirty luxury, self catering lodges complimented by three restaurants and bars, two leisure centres, spa, shop and children's playbarn. No trip to Arran would be complete without a visit to Auchrannie. Pop in for lunch, entertain the kids, take a dip, relax and enjoy. However you choose to spend your time on Arran, you'll find something for everyone at Auchrannie.

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An easy circuit from Brodick through woodland along forestry roads and good footpaths. 10km, 3 to 4 hrs start at Glen Cloy, follow farm track and signs to Glen Dubh, then forest track to the top of the hill, when you reach the main road take the track to the left down the fairy glen arriving back in Brodick at Glenartney Guest House.

Art gallery mailnly for original paintings by Arran artist Jim Mackintosh.

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another spectacular site to be experienced. The walk takes approximately one hour return, and the road is very clear. There are many stone circles here - and you will see some en route to the iconic large stones pictured in many publications.

Cleats Shore is sandy with some shingle and is Scotland's first official naturist beach - so clothing optional!

At Blackwaterfoot on the West Coast you will experience a superb expanse of winding golden sand to wander along and play in

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Kildonan Castle stands out on the old raised beach behind and above the village

Brodick Beach is handy for all the local amenities with a wide grassy area and play facilities for the younger members of the family.

Goat Fell is the highest of the Arran mountains (874m)and as such is very popular. It is a magnificent summit and linked by wonderful ridges to the other peaks of the range.