Useful Links

Below is a list of links to other sites which you may find helpful when you are planning your visit to Arran.

Any visit to Arran starts with a ferry crossing so a visit to www.calmac.co.uk is invaluable. If you are bringing your car it is always advisable to book your place in advance — especially during the summer months — and it's very easy to book online.

Caledonian MacBrayne sail to twenty-four destinations on Scotland's West Coast. From Arran in the south to Lewis in the north, their network covers some of the most beautiful and dramatic places in Scotland. Get away from it all by ferry with Caledonian MacBrayne and discover a different world.

Arran Castaways

If your looking for self-catering accommodation we are happy to recommend Arran Castaways. Their "Bayview Cottage" is right next to the Glenisle so you can still use our restaurant and bar should you decide to take a break from cooking.

Arran castaways can offer quality self-catering accommodation at an affordable price. Each of their properties has its own on-line calendar so that you can see at a glance what is available and when. Whether it's fantastic views that you are after, or just a relaxing time, they have something to cater to the needs of everyone.

Arran Abstracts

Works produced by local artist George Christie inspired by the Isle of Arran. Having moved to Arran he was inspired by the magnificent varied scenery of Arran, and wonderful skies, sunsets and sunrises to try combining art with the computer screen on which he paints the pictures.

Scotlandinter.net

Looking for information about Scotland? This site has links to everything could you possibly want to know including: (but not limited to) the weather, businesses, sports, arts, cinema, television, libraries, etc., etc., etc.,

Golfing Links

Arran Golf Pass

The Arran Golfing Pass is £95 - save up to 30% on your Arran Golfing Experience. The Arran Golf Pass entitles the bearer to one round of golf on each of Arran's seven popular courses: Brodick, Corrie, Lamlash, Lochranza, Machrie Bay, Shiskine, Whiting Bay. For more information ring Fiona Crawford on 01770 860 226.

Lamlash Golf Club — par 64, 18 holes. A serious challenge for golfers of all abilities.

Lochranza Golf Club — par 70, 18 holes. This is a demanding and challenging course and at 5,487 yards is the longest on the island.

Brodick Golf Club — par 65. The course is entirely at sea level making it accessible for golfers of all ages and capabilities.

Whiting Bay Golf Club — par 63, 18 holes. Spectacular views to the Holy Isle and the Ayrshire coast. This course has some of the most difficult Par 3s on the island.

Corrie Golf Club — 9 holes. Spectacularly beautiful and challenging.

Shiskine Golf & Tennis Club — 12 holes. Has recently been ranked amongst the top 100 golf courses in the UK.

Machrie Bay Golf Club — 9 holes. Suitable for golfers of all abilities.