Outdoors

The beautiful Pirnmill beach located in the small village of Pirnmill on the north-west coast of the Arran.

Butter Lump is small rock a few yards offshore towards the South East of the island of Great Cumbrae.

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.

Turnberry Point and Lighthouse is situated close to the 9th hole of Turnberry Golf Course.

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

Greenock Cut Visitors' Centre is situated close to Loch Thom in Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park

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

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

Explore the island beyond the shore

Maidens Harbour was established in the mid 19th century

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

The sand of Irvine beach is said to be immaculate.

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

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

Ballochmartin Bay is wide sweeping bay of sand, cobbles and stones