Outdoors

The naturally occurring Glaid Stone marks the highest point of Great Cumbrae at 417ft.

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

Crocodile Rock is an iconic Millport landmark.

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

Ettrick Bay is a stunning, wide sandy beach on Bute’s west coast.

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

This sandy beach lies in the picturesque holiday village of Maidens and runs north all the way to Culzean Castle and Country Park.

The Greeto Waterfalls are along the Gogo water, in Gogo Glen near the town of Largs.

Brodick Beach sits below Goatfell which together with Brodick Castle, makes one of the most iconic viewes on the island of Arran

Lyle Hill is a viewpoint in Greenock, Inverclyde, with a high point of 426 feet above sea level

Urie Loch is a stunning loch near Lamlash on Arran.

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.

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

Irvine Beach Park is a long sandy beach and wild dunes. The park boasts great facilities and plenty to entertain the family.

The sand of Irvine beach is said to be immaculate.