Outdoors

The sand of Irvine beach is said to be immaculate.

Also known as The Straad, St Ninian’s Bay is another small bay on the west coast of Bute.

Enjoy beautiful views over Rothesay to the Firth of Clyde and the Cowal Peninsula from the top of Canada Hill.

Marina on the Clyde offering berthing for national and international boats

Pony Trekking, Hacking, Lessons

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

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.

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

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

Eglinton Country Park is a great day out for all of the family, with a range of activities set out over the huge 400 hectare ground.

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

Seamill beach in Ayrshire boasts lovely views across to the Isle of Arran and down the Firth of Clyde.

Muirshiel Visitor Centre & Country Park gives easy access to ‘great walking in hen harrier countryside’ in what was once an impressive Victorian shooting estate

Viewpoint Indicator situated in Corsehill Drive, stunning panoramic views of Arran and beyond, includes a photographic plate detailing key information