Outdoors

Troon Beach is one of the most popular beaches on the west coast as it boasts clean sands and easy access by both train and bus.

Barassie Beach is situated just round the bend in the coast, from Troon Beach, meaning it does not get nearly as busy as Troon beach.

The stunning Ardencraig Gardens, situated in Rothesay, were originally designed as part of the nearby Ardencraig House.

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

Below the Loch Doon dam, the River Doon has carved a route through a beautiful wooded gorge.

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.

The Holy Cave at Hunterston in the Parish of West Kilbride is known for its associated with Saint Mungo, The Patron of Glasgow.

This picturesque waterfall lies off of a minor road near Doon Bridge, around a mile west of Dalmellington

Whiting Bay is a stunning one mile long beach with a shallow bay.

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

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

Drumadoon point is a where the headland comes to a point, from the Doon Cliff.

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

Tairlaw Linn is a waterfall near Straiton in South Ayrshire.