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

4km, 1.5 hr easy walk on good track. Follow signs to North Sannox picnic car park from main road. The track to the Fallen Rocks is beside the sea. There are great views across the Clyde to Bute and the Cumbraes. Return to car park by same track.

Brodick Castle, Country Park and Goatfell; Scotland's first island country park.

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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.

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.

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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.

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wander up the track and over the bridges until you reach the 'blue pool' - ideal for a quick dip after a walk. The scenery is stunning - no matter which direction you choose to look!

Car rental, private hire and tours

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In Whiting Bay the beach runs from Sandbraes right through to the village at low tide. Easily accessible, the beach at the village end has a small jetty - the remains of what was at one time the longest pier on the Clyde!

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