Useful Links
Below is a list of links to other sites which you may find helpful when you are planning your visit to Arran.
Caledonian MacBrayne
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.
Self Catering
If your looking for self-catering accommodation we are happy to recommend the following.
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Arran Castaways
Arran Castaways "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.
Benview Cottage
Benview Cottage is a tastefully renovated farmworkers cottage, set above the picturesque village
of Whiting Bay. Accommodating four people in comfort it has been lovingly restored to a high standard
creating an individual and characterful property.
Scottish Islands Holiday Cottages, iknow-scotland.co.uk
If you are looking for a self-catering cottage or would like to find accommodation in other parts
of Scotland, this site can be very helpful.
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Isle of Arran, Scotland - Visit Arran the online guide to Arran
This is a terrific site dedicated to providing all sorts of information about Arran from a restaurant guide to a list of
events on the island and even a bus timetable. What more could you want from an information site?
Lucy Wallace: Mountain Leader and Local Guide
If you love the idea of exploring Arran on foot but don't like the idea of setting off into the wilderness armed with
nothing more than a map, why use a guide. Lucy Wallace is a qualified Mountain Leader and Guide who will be happy
to guide you as part of a group or to take you on a bespoke walk.
Ocean Breeze Rib Tours
What better way to experience an island than from the water? Ocean Breeze Rib Tours provides are variety of trips right from
Lamlash pier which is just a few minutes walk from the hotel.
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.,
Secret Scotland
This is a terrific website that provides downloadable Itineraries and Accommodation guides for self drive tours of Scotland.
They are ideal for planning your holiday with detailed route directions, sightseeing recommendations, advice on the best
pubs/restaurants, information on attractions, accommodation guides and warnings about the tourist traps.
Special Occasion Cars
Chauffer driven cars are available for any event.
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.
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