Short Guide to Arran

The Island of Arran is just 60 miles round and offers many attractions both natural and manmade for the many regular visitors.  The Great Outdoors is the main attraction for most visiting the Island of Arran.  With little to no snowfall during the winter season, the Island of Arran is a great place to escape.  Mid winter offers low off season prices.

The Island of Arran offers seven golf courses to choose from for both beginners and advanced players alike.  Situated among the mountain ridges and overlooking the sea, the Island of Arran golf course offer breathtaking views,

The Island of Arran is home to the Brodick Castle and Country Park and the Lochranza Castle.  Built in the 13th century and 14th century respectively, the castles showcase the islands romantic history.  The Lochranza Castle dramatically sits on the edge of the loch and is surrounded by towering mountains.  Though usually locked, the key to Lochranze Castle can be obtained from Lochranza Stores.

The Glenashdale Falls are at the end of a scenic walk that begins at Whiting Bay.  The beautiful falls are best seen after a couple of days of rain to ensure that the burn is in full spate.  There is a nearby Iron Age fort that is well worth a look while hiking to the Glenashdale Falls.

The Arran Brewery is the Island of Arran’s first and only commercial brewery.  The Arran Brewery offers walkthroughs and sampling of the different ales that are unique to the island.  For whisky, visitors can visit the Isle of Arran Distillery.  Although the distillery only opened in 1995 it utilizes the traditional methods of distilling, including wooden washbacks and copper stills.  The Isle of Arran Distillery also offers fully guided tours as well as a shop and restaurant on site.