Outdoors

Ballantrae beach is a nature reserve that offers nesting grounds for a wide variety of birds in the nearby cliffs

This unusual geological feature is located near Kilchattan Bay on the south end of the Isle of Bute.

Clyde Muirshiel - literally meaning "moorhut" - is the collective name for countryside set aside for conservation and recreation on the South Clyde estuary.

Marina on the Clyde offering berthing for national and international boats

Award-winning beach located on the western coastline of Ayrshire

The Discovery Centre and Winter Garden is just a short walk from the ferry terminal and so makes a great starting place for visitors to Bute.

Ascog Hall and its stunning Victorian Fernery is a fascinating day out, especially for nature lovers.

Goatfell stands at 874 metres making it the highest point on Arran.

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

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

Loch Doon is a freshwater loch in Carrick, Scotland, overlooked by the Glessel Hill and the Corserine Range

Stinchar Falls lie on the River Stinchar, which flows all the way from the Galloway Forest Park to the Firth of the Clyde at Ballantrae.

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