Attractions are a key part of any holiday time. And on Arran, attractions are so diverse that we truly do have something that will attract everyone.
Machrie beach is mainly shingle - but offers a lovely picnic spot at which to sit and watch the boats on Kilbrannan Sound pass by.
Arran Art Gallery represents the work of over 80 artists in a spacious and beautifully lit gallery by the sea in Whiting Bay. The gallery holds the largest stock of original art to be found on the island and one of the largest in Scotland. In addition to local artists, the gallery exhibits many of Scotland's established contemporary artists. At present approximately more than 90 Scottish artists are represented in the gallery and also on the website. Quality ceramics, sculptures, photography, jewellery and glasswork complement the gallery; and there is a wide range of artist prints that can be posted directly to any destination worldwide. The gallery also exhibits artwork for sale in a select number of venues around the island. The gallery is open all year round.
01770 700250
The Isle of Arran Heritage Museum, founded in 1976(open to the public in 1979) is on the main road, at Rosaburn, just north of Brodick, on the beautiful Isle of Arran, Scotland.
01770 302 636
This forest walk climbs past a dramatic waterfall to reach a remote and peaceful hill loch. 2km, 1 hr moderate up/down hill walk on good track. Start from car park on main road opposite western access road to Kildonan.
Welcome to the ASPA, Scotlands first island destination spa...a truly unique experience Enjoy varied spa experiences, great food, drink and fantastic service from our hand picked spa team.
01770302234
Try Paragliding on the Isle of Arran with Flying Fever a British Hang gliding and Paragliding registered school. Get an aerial view of Arran fly tandem with an instructor or a Funday solo training. Come for a holiday and learn to fly with a 5 day elementary paragliding pilot or speed flying course.
01770303899
Car rental, private hire and tours
01770 302839 or 01770 700345 (day) or 07967 587481 (mobile) or 01770 820286 (evening)
At Blackwaterfoot on the West Coast you will experience a superb expanse of winding golden sand to wander along and play in
Torrylinn Creamery is the home of the famous Isle of Arran Cheese. Visitors can watch the award winning cheese being made by hand in the open vats from the viewing gallery, mon-fri,recommended viewing times 11am to 2pm.
01770 870240
Lamlash has a long narrow strip of soft sand and again is ideally situated for amenities, including play areas and also the beautiful front green of the village. Arran Yacht Club is also handy and Holy Isle ferry is very accessible from here.
