See and do

A small, independent brewery, who has been producing award winning real ales on the island since 2000.

The Holy Isle (Scottish Gaelic: Eilean MoLaise) is one of a number of islands in the United Kingdom which go under the name "Holy Island".

Dalry is a village on the Rye Burn in North Ayrshire.

Visit Souter Johnnie's Cottage and experience 18th-century life

Situated in Rothesay, the independently run Bute Museum is the perfect place for visitors to learn about the natural and historical heritage of Bute.

The Boswell Quill is situated in Auchinleck’s historic churchyard and celebrates writer James Boswell, the inventor of modern biography.

Little Cumbrae Island is an island in the Firth of Clyde

Statuesque ruined 16th-century tower-house castle overlooking the Firth of Clyde

A hub of village activity, Millport Town Hall has been the lynchpin of community life on Great Cumbrae since 1878

The small town of Saltcoats lies in North Ayrshire, on the west coast of Scotland

The 12th Century Ardrossan Castle is one of the oldest castles in Scotland.

Portencross Castle two miles from West Kilbride. http://www.portencrosscastle.org.uk Open 11- 4 weekends, bank & school hols, Easter to end Sept. Free entry.

Kilmarnock is one of the largest towns in Ayrshire, with a population of 46,350.

The Prophet's Grave is the burial site for the 17th-century preacher, the Reverend William Smith, and is located in the Brisbane Glen near Largs

Stewarton is a small town in East Ayrshire, around 6 mile away from Kilmarnock and a population of approximately 6500.