The Circuit
Cycling
This 34km route takes in many of South Bute’s most enchanting sights
This tour is 22 miles long, please allow at least 2 hours 40 minutes to complete it, excluding the time taken to enjoy the destinations along the way.
Starting in Rothesay, this route curves south down Bute’s eastern coast, passing through the village of Kerrycroy before moving inland towards Kingarth. Take the opportunity to marvel at Kingarth’s neolithic Standing Stones, continuing northwards along the west coast of the island. The beautiful small beaches at Scalpsie Bay and St Ninian’s Bay afford many moments for resting and enjoying local wildlife before you complete the return loop to Rothesay.
What you'll see
Rothesay - Bute
Towns & Villages
Rothesay is a smart Victorian seaside resort and the main town on the east side of Isle of Bute.
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Rothesay Castle - Isle of Bute
History & Heritage
The ruins of Rothesay Castle boast a long and close connection to the Stewart dynasty
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Kerrycroy Village - Bute
Towns & Villages
Kerrycroy Village is a small residential area on Bute’s east coast, around 3km from Rothesay.
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Kingarth Standing Stone - Bute
History & Heritage
Bute has its fair share of mysterious stones and one of the easiest examples to find on the island is at the Blackpark Plantation.
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Kingarth - Bute
Towns & Villages
Kingarth is a historic village and parish on the Isle of Bute, off the coast of south-western Scotland.
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Scalpsie Bay - Isle of Bute
Nature & Wildlife
Look out for resident wildlife when exploring the coppery sands of Scalpsie Bay, located on the west coast of Bute.
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St Ninian’s Bay - Isle of Bute
Nature & Wildlife
Also known as The Straad, St Ninian’s Bay is another small bay on the west coast of Bute.
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Kames Castle - Bute
History & Heritage
Kames Castle is located on the shore of Kames Bay near Port Bannatyne.
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Ardbeg - Bute
Towns & Villages
Ardbeg is a small settlement on the island of Bute in Scotland, in Argyll and Bute, located on the south side of Port Bannatyne.
