Outdoors

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

The mystical Dunure Labyrinth lies in the grounds of Dunure Castle

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.

Blackwaterfoot beach is a stunning sandy beach in the tranquill village of Blackwaterfoot.

Orchard Gardens are beautiful gardens with herbaceous borders, formal pond and formal flowerbeds, which are always full of colour

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

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

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

Gently climb up to the Stone Dragon at Irvine Beach Park for stunning views of the Firth of Clyde and islands.

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

Award-winning beach located on the western coastline of Ayrshire

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

Lamlash Bay boasts great views out to the Holy Isle, and is the home to Arran Yacht Club. It also has a small beach of soft sand

Bennane Head is a section of land that juts into the Firth of Clyde around 11 miles south of Girvan.

Largs beach is a large shingle based beach located on the northern edge of the town of Largs.