Outdoors

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

Farland Point is a peninsula to the south east of the island of Great Cumbrae.

The Brig o' Doon, sometimes called the Auld Brig or Old Bridge of Doon, is a late medieval bridge in Ayrshire

The long sandy beach offers great vies of the Isle of Arran and is known for its superb sunsets.

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

Byne Hill is part of a popular walking route in Girvan, South Ayrshire.

Glen Rosa is a stunning glen near Goat Fell mountain, with breathaking scenery.

Also spelled Fintray Bay, this red sand beach sits in the middle of the west coast of Great Cumbrae and is approximately 2 km northwest of Millport.

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.

Stravanan Bay itself is a fine sandy beach, more secluded than many of the better known beaches further up the west coast of the isle.

Garratt Gardens, in memory of Charlie Garratt a much loved Vet.

The Spout of Garnock is approximately 60–70 ft high, making it is the county's highest waterfall

The stunning Eas Mor Waterfall can be reached by a tough but worthwhile forest walk

The Electric Brae is a gravity hill in Ayrshire, Scotland, where a freewheeling vehicle will appear to be drawn uphill by some mysterious attraction

Marina on the Clyde offering berthing for national and international boats