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visitscotland.com Contents The George Hotel 2 Argyll & The Isles at a glance 4 Scotland’s birthplace 6 Wild forests and exotic gardens 8 Island hopping 10 Outdoor playground 12 Natural larder 14 Year of Coasts and Waters 2020 16 What’s on 18 Travel tips 20 Practical information 24 Places to visit 38 Leisure activities 40 Shopping Welcome to… 42 Food & drink 46 Tours ARGYLL 49 Transport “Classic French Cuisine combined with & THE ISLES 49 Events & festivals Fáilte gu Earra-Gháidheal ’s 50 Accommodation traditional Scottish style” na h-Eileanan 60 Regional map

Extensive wine and whisky selection, Are you ready to fall head over heels in love? In Argyll & The Isles, you’ll find gorgeous scenery, irresistible cocktails and ales, quirky bedrooms and history and tranquil islands. This beautiful region is Scotland’s birthplace and you’ll see castles where live music every weekend ancient kings were crowned and monuments that are among the oldest in the UK. You should also be ready to be amazed by our incredibly Cover: Crinan Canal varied natural wonders, from beavers Above image: Loch Fyne and otters to minke whales and sea eagles. Credits: © VisitScotland. Town Hotel of the Year 2018 Once you’ve started exploring our Kenny Lam, Stuart Brunton, fascinating coast and hopping around our dozens of islands you might never Wild About Argyll / Kieran Duncan, want to stop. It’s time to be smitten! Paul Tomkins, John Duncan, Pub of the Year 2019 Richard Whitson, Shane Wasik/ Basking Shark Scotland, Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh / Bar Dining Hotel of the Year 2019 Peter Clarke 20ARS

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Explore Oban and Lorn ' Isle of Bute – imagine being Stop for a sensational lunch in Oban Marquess of Bute and – the seafood capital of Scotland being able to call the gothic and a bustling coastal town with masterpiece of Mount Stuart ferry and air connections to island your home! This remarkable destinations, and rail links to building was inspired by Glasgow and the West Highland Line. art, history, mythology and For an unforgettable forest walk, astrology – see if you can spot head to Sutherland’s Grove and the fish fossils on the marble stretch your legs through the forest, staircase. leading up through a fine gorge. ' Colonsay – arrive there in Or head up the hill from the foot of style on a flight from Connel, Beinn Lora for a stunning panorama near Oban, or take a ferry of coast, islands and mountains. from Oban to this small island. ARGYLL & THE ISLES Mid Argyll Stretch your legs climbing the Inveraray, on the shores of Loch Macphies (hills over 300 ft) Fyne, packs a lot of history into or playing golf, then reward AT A GLANCE its few small streets. Step into yourself with a visit to the Earra-Gháidheal agus Na Inveraray Jail & County Court and brewery or a meal of oysters. imagine what it was like in a 19th- ' Staffa, near Mull – enjoy a h-Eileanan aig aon shealladh Tarbert Harbour century prison. Admire the town’s geology lesson courtesy of fine Georgian architecture then the island’s striking basaltic walk along the shore to fabulous, columns and the enchanting Free your spirit in the place where the mighty Highland mountains wash their feet in the western famous whiskies such as Bowmore, neo-gothic Inveraray Castle and its Fingal’s Cave. Then climb up Laphroaig and Ardbeg. ocean... Here in Argyll & The Isles, you can enjoy relaxing strolls on white sandy beaches or take on extensive grounds. to the grassy summit and rugged and dramatic mountains such as Ben More on the Isle of Mull. Mull, Iona, Coll and Tiree Visit the Auchindrain Museum to step watch the puffins diving for The cheerful colours of the back in time and discover Scotland’s their lunch. Cowal Peninsula spotting wildlife. You can also visit of Kintyre. This island has beautiful waterfront buildings in Tobermory rural history at the most complete ' Wander round Lochbuie in Hop on a ferry at Gourock for a trip historic Rothesay Castle and the white beaches and is also home to harbour on Mull always raise a and well preserved example of a the south of Mull to discover to Dunoon, the main town on the gothic mansion Mount Stuart. In Achamore Gardens, which displays smile. Stop for a coffee and a bite to Highland farm township. a Bronze-Age standing stone beautiful Cowal Peninsula. 2016, it was announced that a very bright and exotic flowers. eat and watch the yachts bobbing rare Shakespeare first folio had Kilmartin Glen is home to over circle. Watch out for eagles, While you’re there, head north to peacefully at their moorings. been discovered in the library. Islay, Jura and Colonsay 800 prehistoric and early historic red deer and otters. explore Argyll Forest Park with its You’ll find these glorious Atlantic Take the ferry from the west tip sites and monuments – reach out ' Explore the Clyde Sea Lochs ancient trees and tranquil lochs. Kintyre Peninsula and Gigha islands are easy to reach by vehicle of Mull to the sacred Isle of Iona. and touch the stones and you are Trail, a 65km route linking Stop off at Benmore Botanic If you want to get away from it ferries leaving from Kennacraig Its beautiful restored abbey was stepping back 6,000 years in time. the coastal communities Garden to see the rhododendrons all, there are some wonderfully and Oban, and a passenger service founded in 563 AD by St Columba No wonder it’s mainland Scotland’s that fringe the south western and wander up the spectacular remote spots on the Kintyre between Tayvallich and Jura. and still retains its spiritual most important archaeological edge of Loch Lomond & The avenue of giant redwoods. Peninsula. You can reach this Explore Jura, the mountainous atmosphere. The Isle of Ulva also landscape. Trossachs National Park and delightful corner of the country by lies just off Mull. Rich in history, Isle of Bute island where red deer outnumber Sail, stroll or cycle along the into Argyll. plane, car or a ferry from Ardrossan, Ulva is a fantastic place for walking There’s something special about the human residents 30 to 1! See the winding Crinan Canal between the Isle of Arran or Cowal. and the rare Burnett Moth can be ' Puck’s Glen, Cowal Peninsula, travelling by boat – even when it’s a remote farmhouse where George Crinan and Ardrishaig and you’ll found in abundance. is a magical experience full short trip like the ferry crossing to Kick off your shoes and feel the Orwell wrote his classic novel see why it’s known as one of the of tumbling burns that are the Isle of Bute. Start your sand between your toes on over 1984. Take a boat trip to see the You’ll find Coll has a character of UK’s prettiest shortcuts. criss-crossed by bridges adventure at Colintraive on the 40 miles of stunning beaches, as impressive Corryvreckan Whirlpool, its own. Here you can stroll along and enclosed by rocky walls Helensburgh Cowal Peninsula or from Wemyss you gaze out over crystal-clear the third largest in the world. unspoiled deserted beaches and heavily hung with mosses water to island views. A beautiful building in a beautiful Bay, west of Glasgow. Islay is whisky heaven – there are take to the rugged moors to go bird- and overshadowed by trees. location – Hill House, Helensburgh Discover a very different lifestyle nine distilleries on the island. spotting. Surfers and windsurfers The steep and narrow gorge is The Isle of Bute is a natural was designed by one of Scotland’s on the small community-owned The peat from Islay’s landscape flock to the neighbouring isle of interwoven with waterfalls and sanctuary where you can enjoy best loved architects, Charles island of Gigha off the west coast gives a unique flavour to world- Tiree – it’s the most westerly island shallow rock pools spanned by walking, cycling, fishing and Rennie Mackintosh, and has of the Inner Hebrides and one of arched wooden bridges. sublime views of the Clyde Estuary. VISITSCOTLAND.COM 4 ARGYLL & THE ISLES M Castle N’T ISS O .. D . discoveries Historic Kilmun near Dunoon ' Skipness Castle, Kintyre – it’s and learn about remarkable lives free to enter the ruins of this that shaped castle which was founded in Scottish history. the 12th century, when this w w om area was ruled by Norway, w.v .c isitscotland not Scotland.

' Duart Castle, Isle of Mull – clinging to the sheer cliffs, this 13th-century fortress is one of the oldest inhabited castles in Scotland.

' Visit Dunollie Castle on Oban’s picturesque coastline to unearth the fascinating life of the MacDougall clan. Explore the house museum, SCOTLAND’S nearby woodlands, the ruined castle, the weaving shed and more, all with BIRTHPLACE stunning views across the Creathall na h-Alba Inveraray Castle islands. Ivy-clad and perched on a hill looking out to the Mount Stuart, Isle of Bute island of Mull, it’s hard to Live among the legends in Scotland’s birthplace – Argyll & The Isles. It was here in this land of imagine a more picturesque islands, mountains and beaches that ancient kings were crowned in castles, armies defended their ruin than little Dunollie forts and ordinary people created their art. Today you can walk among these lasting reminders of Castle. Go back 1,000 years the past and hear the tales of times gone by. in the museum and walk round the wooded grounds As you explore the 800 archaeological Kilmartin Glen is home to ancient unusual past at the Isle of Bute overlooking Oban. and ancient monuments of Crinan, monuments and 6,000 years of Discovery Centre, then relax by Knapdale and Kilmartin, it’s easy history. Explore the exhibition, watching the latest film release in ' Dunstaffnage Castle, Dunbeg to imagine you’re the ruler of the numerous monuments, or attend the cinema! by Oban – this mighty Kingdom of Dalriada, a coastal realm an educational event. Wander round the grounds of stronghold has been scaring of the 6th and 7th century. You’d have to be a very brave Inveraray Castle to admire its away raiders for a very Pilgrims have been making their attacker to take on Kilchurn Castle. fairytale facade then explore long time. Its curtain wall is way to Iona Abbey for over 1,500 It was built to show the power of its enchanting interior. This one of the oldest standing years. Follow in their footsteps to Clan Campbell and its sheer walls magnificent residence is the family castle remains in Scotland, discover one of Scotland’s most dominate a rocky headland on Loch home of the Duke of Argyll, Chief of and Jacobite heroine Flora historic and sacred sites. Awe. You can climb to the tower the Clan Campbell, whose family MacDonald was believed house’s battlements and feel what have been here since the early It’s a miracle that Rothesay Castle to have been held prisoner it was like to be a medieval clan 15th century. has survived – it was attacked not within its walls. chieftain. once but twice by a rampaging army Learn about the farming and of Norsemen. But the castle proved Viking battles, submarine training, mining heritage of Kintyre at ' Discover the magnificent ruin to be a tough old place and today rowdy music hall shows – there Campbeltown Heritage Museum, of Carnasserie Castle, a great you can see its grand great hall, always seems to have been and find out about the area’s well- example of 16th century moat and immense circular curtain something fascinating happening known landscape painter, William architecture, and enjoy views wall, which is unique in Scotland. in Rothesay. Unlock the town’s McTaggart. over Kilmartin Glen.

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WILD FORESTS AND EXOTIC GARDENS Coilltean agus garaidhean allmharaCH Benmore Botanic Garden

The dramatic landscapes of Argyll & The Isles are clothed in fine forests and flourishing exotic great place to begin a walk or bike plants thanks to the nurturing warmth of the Gulf Stream. In the many gardens, forests, parks and ride to Loch Eck. National Nature Reserves (NNRs) you can roam over high peaks, through ancient oak woodlands Admire the amazing hydrangea and grassland to heath, salt marshes and rocky shorelines. – climbing to 60 ft – at Ardmaddy Castle Garden, near Oban. Then What a first impression! The entrance Relax with tea and cake in the café Today, you’ll find Glenan Forest wander down to the water gardens, to Benmore Botanic Garden near at Colonsay House on the Isle of Nature Reserve, near Portavadie a riot of colour in summer with Dunoon is one of the finest in the Colonsay. Then stroll round the is a relaxing place for a walk, with candelabra primulas, irises, world – it’s a spectacular avenue walled garden, which houses one of coastal views and lichen-clad trees. rodgersias and other damp loving of giant redwoods. This dramatic the finest rhododendron collections But it’s also a poignant place where plants and grasses. mountainside garden is home to an in Scotland. the remains of the abandoned eye-popping collection of local and village of Glenan tell the sad tale of Plants, insects, birds and mammals Picnic under the boughs of some overseas plants, including over 300 the Highland Clearances. all love the haven of Glen Nant NNR champion trees in Ardkinglas species of rhododendron. near Taynuilt, and you will too. Woodland Garden, including ‘the Don’t forget your binoculars – you The forest once supplied wood to Climb to the ancient hill fort at mightiest conifer in Europe’ – a could glimpse rare butterflies the nearby Bonawe Iron Furnace, Dunadd for the best view of the remarkable European silver fir among the trees and maybe the UK’s best preserved charcoal raised lowland bog of Moine Mhor. with a girth of nearly 10 m. even an otter down at the loch at burning iron furnace. This ‘great moss’ is a wilderness Glasdrum Woods NNR. Do you dare approach the Linn of natural hollows and pools and Visit the Ascog Hall Fernery and Botanic Gardens’ collection of The woods are a carpet of colour a remnant of Scotland’s ancient Gardens on Bute. The smallest insect catching plants? Find out – come to Glenbranter Forest landscapes. It has justly been garden to be part of the Royal more in the gardens at the head of in early summer and you’ll see declared a National Nature Horticultural Society, its collection Cove Bay near Helensburgh. swathes of bluebells. It’s also a Reserve (NNR). includes an 1,000 year old King Fern.

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ISLAND HOPPING Sìnteag eadar-eileanan Tobermory, Isle of Mull

There’s a stunning unspoilt beach just waiting for you and your loved ones to wander along homemade meals and cakes it – whichever island you go to. Each isle has its own distinct character, geography and wildlife. against the scenic backdrop of the You can reach all of the 23 inhabited islands by ferry all year round, and you can also fly to a few. Isle of Arran. From the brightly coloured cottages of Tobermory on Mull, to Islay’s nine distilleries and the quiet Next stop America – Colonsay is tranquillity of Easdale and Luing, the isles are ready for you to explore. We guarantee that when one of Britain’s most remote islands you’ve visited one, you’ll want to visit them all. and here you can stand and face the crashing Atlantic. Or while away Peace, perfect peace. That’s Saddle up and test your cycling tailed sea eagles, basking sharks, an afternoon on the sheltered, what you can expect to feel on skills on Mull. Travel around the dolphins and puffins. honey-gold beach of Kiloran Bay. entering the historic Iona Abbey. island and take in its stunning You can also explore Colonsay’s Pack a hearty lunch, lace up your It’s a sacred, humble building in landscapes and views out over Ulva heather-clad hills, Iron Age forts – boots and scale the famous Paps of an extraordinary natural setting. and Eorsa. Or escape for a family and play golf. Jura. Then reward yourself with a Remember to visit St Martin’s Cross, cycle to the flatter trails on Coll, tour – and sampling session – at the an intact carved stone cross from Tiree and Iona. Creative places famous Jura Distillery. Skilled artists, potters and jewellers the 8th century. Tiree enjoys some very high levels See if your golf skills are up to par at have all found their muse on the Flutter over to an RSPB reserve of sunshine, and it’s one of the the picturesque Machrie Golf Links sacred Isle of Iona. to see rare birds in their ideal windiest places in Britain too – no on Islay. The accompanying hotel At Tormisdale Croft Crafts on Islay, environment. Take a windy walk wonder it’s a windsurfing mecca. also provides the perfect place to lay you can purchase handspun and along the sea cliffs of the Mull of Try your surfing skills on the your head after a few rounds. handmade designer knitwear. Oa on Islay and watch choughs crashing waves that play host to feeding their young, and watch out the annual Tiree Wave Classic. Beautiful bays For a truly intimate music festival, for eagles wherever you go. Islay featuring traditional Scottish Walk, paddle or sail in these islands Clear your mind with a stroll along is also home to Dunyvaig Castle, music, beach performances and a and before long you are sure to the shore of Ettrick Bay on the the Round Church in Bowmore and warm welcome, head to Gigha in meet some rare wildlife. On Coll, Isle of Bute. Paddle in the crystal Machrie Golf Course. June. This inspiring island is just a keep your eyes peeled for white- water and then warm your toes in the Ettrick Tearoom, which serves 20-minute ferry ride from Kintyre.

VISITSCOTLAND.COM The Isle of Staffa and Fingal’s Cave 10 ARGYLL & THE ISLES Machrihanish beach in Kintyre, you OU KN Long Y O can surf in great swells and kite surf D W I ? across the sands. As well as being distance D a wonderful natural playground, You can trails Machrihanish Dunes is a Site of download Special Scientific Interest. ' Your spirit will sing on the 32 helpful guides miles of the Three Lochs Way, and leaflets. Cycle or walk along the towpaths as the spectacular scenery w k w u of ‘Britain’s prettiest shortcut’, the w . melts your cares away. . co wi ll. Crinan Canal. This vital waterway Starting at Balloch on Loch ldaboutargy meanders through the Kintyre Lomond, the westerly walk Peninsula, linking Loch Fyne with goes past Loch Lomond, Gare the Sound of Jura. Loch and Loch Long. With their twitchy noses, sleek ' For a walk that feels more coats and awesome dam-building island than mainland, try skills, beavers are wonderful the Kintyre Way which runs animals to watch. You can see them from Tarbert in Mid Argyll to in aquatic action at the Scottish Southend at the south of the Beaver Trial in Knapdale, a project Kintyre Peninsula. which has reintroduced beavers to Mid Argyll after 400 years of ' The way-marked West Island extinction. Wander through forest Way on the Isle of Bute is a trails which weave past their relatively flat route without habitats and keep your eyes peeled any strenuous climbs. Take OUTDOOR for signs of beaver activity. in the beautiful views as you start at Kilchattan Bay and You won’t find a better place in pass Port Bannatyne. PLAYGROUND Europe to spot white-tailed sea eagles than the Isle of Mull. Mull’s ' Pssst! Want to know a secret? Cur-seachadan a-muigh Puck’s Glen, near Benmore growing sea eagle population is the The 57-mile Cowal Way winds result of a successful re-introduction along Argyll’s ‘secret coast’. It’s Scotland’s most diverse Wild about Argyll – this is a wonderful land where you’ll soon want to get out and go exploring. Ardmore Point lies across the water programme. The island is currently from Helensburgh and you’ll get home to 22 pairs of the magnificent long-distance path, and it In Argyll & The Isles, you can choose from hundreds of woodland walks with thousands of miles takes you from Portavadie in of paths, so you’ll never be short of new areas to discover. Pedal through woodland trails that great views across the Clyde. A birds which nest high up in conifers in the forests. For the best chance of the west to Inveruglas on the weave through shaded copses and alongside glittering lochs. Take to the seas and lochs with short, easy walk starts at the end of the John Muir Way and takes you spotting them, go on a tour with a shores of Loch Lomond. tour operators, or take on the waves by sailing, kayaking and wind surfing. Go really wild with an around the peninsula where you wildlife expert. activity provider to try canyoning, rafting, coasteering and gorge walking. Be sure you keep your might catch a glimpse of a seal or Kyles of Bute eyes peeled for amazing wildlife as you venture through the great outdoors. Did you know that the basking three. shark is the second-largest fish Fancy kayaking? The area round loch-side walks, such as the Loch the forest near Lochgilphead. A Learn to sail in the sparkling waters in the world? And that the Isle of Oban is ideal for new paddlers, Eck Loop near Benmore Botanic network of single track sections and take advantage of the tuition Coll is one of the best places in with its gentle sea lochs and many Garden. For something unusual, linked by forest roads, make up on offer. For the experienced sailor, the world to spot this elusive and activity operators offering tuition. cross the causeway to reach Davaar your own route and do as much or hire a boat or even bring your own secretive species? Every summer If you want adventure you can Island just off Campbeltown and as little as you like. Head through – there are some fantastic places hundreds of basking sharks swim follow the Argyll Sea Kayak Trail explore sea caves – but watch out the leafy trails of Sutherland’s to moor. The Colintraive Hotel in close to the shores of this island to which begins in Oban and takes in for the tide coming back in. Grove and whizz past giant fir Cowal has serviced moorings and feed off the rich plankton. Seil, Crinan, and Dunoon en route trees and crashing waterfalls, or you can discover excellent services Head to Port Ellen for an exciting Fore! Tee off on a variety of courses to Helensburgh and has special for a challenge, take on the Fire at Portavadie Marina. Sail around kayaking adventure with Kayak in the region, including three of the facilities for kayakers along the way. Tower mountain bike trail near the islands to discover stunning Wild Islay where you can explore country’s best links courses. At the Lochgilphead. Explore the region deserted beaches. Live the high life on Munros such as the coastline of the island on a full first hole on championship course via National Cycle Route 78. Ben Starav at the head of Loch Etive or half day expedition. Surfers and windsurfers should Machrihanish, you have to hit your or Ben More on the Isle of Mull. For a Head to Craobh Marina for a head west. The Isle of Tiree hosts drive over the Atlantic Ocean. Bute The whole family can enjoy a gentler pace stroll across our sandy bespoke West Coast Cruise to take the Tiree Wave Classic in October, Golf Course offers spectacular views, cycling adventure on the Fire beaches. You can enjoy delightful in the stunning scenery and for an the most prestigious windsurfing while the 9 holes of Tiree Golf Course Tower Trail which winds through escape to the west coast islands. event in the British Isles. At are perfect for a relaxed round. VISITSCOTLAND.COM 12 ARGYLL & THE ISLES Lamb produces delicious lamb from a long traditional lineage of Places to eat Blackface sheep. ' The Isle of Eriska Restaurant, Benderloch – a hotel, The range and quality of local restaurant and spa blessed produce at farmers’ markets will with a beautiful location on make your mouth water. You can its own island in a stunning buy rich Inverloch cheeses, take in estate with views across the aromas of Homeground Coffee Loch Linnhe, which has been and sample preserves from Fyne awarded a Michelin star. Preserves and Puffer Foods. On Bute, sample the locally made Isle ' Skipness Castle Seafood E OUR T BE Cabin, Tarbert – in the summer S S of Bute Cheeses and make sure to A T months you can enjoy grilled T take in the delicious baked goods at Helmi’s Patisserie. kippers and smoked salmon A guarantee of here. Try delicious seafood the finest quality Three chocolatiers in Argyll are part whilst looking at the Kilbrannan w t w Scottish food and s of Scotland’s Chocolate Trail. Stop e Sound towards the Isle of Arran. w b . drink on offer. r by Oban Chocolate Company for a v u is o ' The waterfront of Rothesay, it e hot chocolate overlooking the bay, sc st Isle of Bute – with its beautiful otla /ta or head to Tobermory Handmade nd.com palm trees, is an ideal place Chocolates on Mull. To find out to stop for a light bite to more about this and other foodie eat, with bistros, cafés and trails visit www.visitscotland.com/ traditional ice cream shops foodietrails. NATURAL lining the harbour. Look out for the Taste Our Best ' Ee-usk in Oban, where you logo in restaurants, cafés, hotels can enjoy award-winning LARDER and B&Bs. We only give this succulent seafood while quality assurance accreditation to Preas-bidhe Nàdair Ee-Usk, Oban soaking up views to Kerrera, establishments that serve the finest Lismore and the mountains fresh and locally sourced Scottish of Mull. Do you love good food? Here in Argyll & The Isles we are blessed with an outstanding natural crystallised ginger to really enhance produce. larder. And when you visit, you can sample the very finest local food and drink. Fish and shellfish the flavours. are freshly caught and organically farmed in seas and lochs, and from the fields tender meats are Springbank in Campbeltown is the Foodie events Instead of a Bring your appetite to the Islay reared and artisan foods produced. Try local handmade preserves and homebaking and wash it all oldest independent family-owned Festival of Music and Malt in the last wee dram down with a peaty whisky or craft-brewed beer. distillery in Scotland. It’s also the week of May. At this traditional event, ' Enjoy freshly made Kintyre only site in Scotland where the whole in Gaelic called ‘Fèis Ìle’, immerse Gin at Torrisdale Castle which Fresh seafood fishermen straight from the boats opened in 2019 and its heavily whisky-making process is carried out, yourself in island life and enjoy blends together the unique You see all those fishing boats and savour a huge variety of peated, richly fruity spirit isn’t to from malting to bottling. Or visit the music, whisky, food, song and poetry coastal, pasture, and woodland lined up in the harbour at Oban? seafood. Find out more at be missed. Glen Scotia, one of the finest Scotch and, of course, a warm welcome. position of the region. That’s why it’s Scotland’s seafood www.theseafoodtrail.com Whisky distilleries in Scotland. Traditional craftsmen produce two ' Inspired by nature, Whitetail capital. Right on the pier you can Fyne by name, fine by nature Eat your way around some of the malt whiskies at Tobermory on the A visit to Colonsay should include Gin Distillery based on Mull try amazing seafood and shellfish – head to Fyne Fest in June for area’s stunning islands on the Mull Isle of Mull, and you’ll be surprised a visit to Wild Island Gin, sought harvests all its ingredients on landed from the waters beside you. delightful flavours from local ales, & Iona Food Trail, which highlights by the marked difference between after by many gin lovers and why the island. Enjoy lobster in the summer months seafood delicacies and hearty fare a wealth of amazing home- the two. The Tobermory Single not tie in your visit with tasting a and be sure to sample a fresh oyster such as meats and stovies. Listen to ' Pick from Isle of Bute Gin’s produced produce including meats, Malt is light with smooth notes of local beer produced by the award two spirits, both sourced from or two – have them served on ice tunes from local and national folk fish and home baking. Discover at fruit and spice, while the Ledaig is winning Colonsay Brewery whilst botanicals and aromatics with lemon and Tabasco sauce. bands and solo performers. www.mullandionafood.co.uk a deep golden treasure that is both sampling succulent local oysters found on Bute. Experience the The west coast Seafood Trail is a floral and smoky. and the fragrant honey! Foodies will love visiting the perfect pour at The Glenburn A wee dram must for discovering some of the beautiful island of Colonsay in Hotel in Rothesay. For a truly spirited holiday, visit The Oban Distillery is one of the region’s best seafood restaurants Local produce October. Its annual food & drink one of (or all of!) the 14 world class oldest sources of single malt ' Bruichladdich Distillery on including the renowned Loch Fyne Our wild hills and lush farms are festival includes events such as distilleries in Argyll & The Isles. The whisky in Scotland. Take a guided Islay is known for its whisky, Oyster Bar in Cairndow and the the ideal source for flavoursome foraging, gin and whisky tastings, Isle of Islay has nine distilleries! tour to see how the malt whisky but you can also try its Pierhouse Hotel in Appin. Watch meat. Venison from the area is cook classes and truffle tastings. sensational gin – the Botanist, The island’s latest, Ardnahoe, only is made and sample a dram with the fresh catch being landed by deliciously tender, while Argyll Hill an artisanal gin produced in small batches. VISITSCOTLAND.COM 14 ARGYLL & THE ISLES Follow the Seafood Trail and dine in restaurants where you can savour the catch of the day, and witness the art of whisky-making at one of the region’s 14 distilleries. Visit Oban and see for yourself why it’s known as Scotland’s seafood capital. Enjoy the world renowned don’t miss… Loch Fyne oysters in Cairndow, ' World-class watersports on treat your taste buds to a dish of the Isle of Tiree, including the award-winning Gigha Halibut windsurfing, landyachting, and have a wee dram of some of kitesurfing and surfing the world’s most famous whiskies lessons. including, Oban, Tobermory, Springbank and those from Islay’s ' The nine world-famous nine fine distilleries. Don’t forget distilleries on the Isle of Islay the many breweries and gin – and you can tour and taste distilleries including the delicious drams at each one! Colonsay craft ales and WILD Island Gin from the Isle of Colonsay ' The Isle of Mull – known Brewery and Tyree Gin from the Isle as ‘Eagle Island’ – is one of of Tiree. the best places in Scotland to spot golden eagles and Stacks to do white-tailed sea eagles. Discover great attractions set Year of COASTS AND ' Pay a visit to Fyne Ales and amidst stunning seascapes across take a tour with one of their Argyll & The Isles. expert brewers to see how WATERS 2020 Grab your bucket and spade and they go about producing Bliadhna Cladaichean IS explore Argyll’s dramatic coastline, their outstanding range of islands and seaside spots. Explore ales before sampling them Uisgeachan na h-Alba 2020 The Big Strand, Islay the 23 inhabited islands of the straight from the tap. region, each offering tranquil Explore the variety of brilliant experiences that await you in Argyll & The Isles. And what better Get up close to wonderful species beaches and their own unique way to celebrate the Year of Coasts and Waters 2020 than with an exciting programme of events on boat trips to uninhabited islands, island culture. Hop from Jura to Islay to Mull and back to Oban on that showcases all the great wonders that the region has to offer? But why wait when you can be in National Nature Reserves and the mainland to witness iconic ahead of the game and experience it all this year? Forest Parks. From mighty sea eagles and seabirds on the Isle of wildlife, tour world-famous whisky Scotland’s coasts and waters have sports to whale watching and machair and sparkling white Mull, to playful otters at the Taynish distilleries and escape to a real shaped our history, culture and way island hopping. shell‑sand beaches on the Isle of National Nature Reserve and island paradise. of life, from fishing and textiles, to Coll, take the family cycling on beavers at Knapdale Forest, who Bag your first Munro (mountain Take a boat trip out to see the whisky and wave power. Argyll & the Isle of Lismore or have fun knows what you’ll encounter? over 3,000 ft) with a walk up Ben Corryvreckan Whirlpool, a The Isles boasts a hugely diverse bodyboarding at breathtaking Starav, at the head of Loch Etive. Walk around the coast and you’ll marvellous natural phenomenon coastal scenery, ranging from Kiloran Bay on the Isle of Colonsay. see a huge variety of seabirds, located between the islands of Jura Explore miles of spectacular dramatic cliffs and sea stacks to from diving gannets to noisy and Scarba, and the third largest of coastline along the Argyll Sea Kayak Go Wild gleaming white beaches, and a rich oystercatchers. You might also its kind in the world. Trail or try your hand at windsurfing The seas and waters in Argyll & The offering of inland waters, rivers, spot seals, porpoises, otters and Calgary Art in Nature on the Isle of Tiree, also nicknamed Isles are teeming with wonderful Uncover fascinating clan stories at loch and waterfalls. even the occasional whale or the Hawaii of the North, being the wildlife. the impressive Duart Castle, the basking shark. seat of the Macleans, on the Isle of Don’t miss a packed programme of Outdoors Adventures sunniest (and windiest!) place in Spot everything from mischievous Embrace the great outdoors and Mull, or visit Dunollie Castle and its events happening across Argyll & the UK. porpoises to seals, dolphins, From sea to plate explore the region’s dramatic enchanting woodlands near Oban – The Isles and the rest of the Take a gentle coastal stroll on the and even a passing whale, not to Thanks to the region’s coastline coastline and natural water once the formidable stronghold of country. For more information visit dramatic Oa Peninsula on the Isle mention bird species rarely seen and many lochs, freshly-caught features, with an unparalleled Clan MacDougall. www.visitscotland.com/ycw2020 of Islay, marvel at flower-filled elsewhere in Scotland. seafood is never in short supply. range of adventures, from water Share your experiences using #ScotlandIsNow and #YCW2020 VISITSCOTLAND.COM 16 ARGYLL & THE ISLES OUT MO Don’t miss... D R IN E ' The Scottish Series in F We haven’t Tarbert in May. room to feature all our exciting ' The 72nd West Highland events – get the Yacht Week in July and August

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Welcome. That’s the first thing you’ll feel at an event in Argyll & The Isles, whether you attend The great a traditional music session in a local pub, impressive Highland games, walking festivals or contemporary arts events. Scotland’s west coast and islands are bursting with exciting outdoors entertainment and a friendly culture ready to show you a good time. ' Colonsay Festival of Spring in April/May Throughout spring and festival. Families will also love best in the UK. Having taken place summer you can tap your feet to ButeFest, which includes an eclectic since 1969, rally drivers from across ' Walk Islay in April traditional music and dance, with mix of music and activities. Britain come to compete in races ' Isle of Jura Fell Race in May unforgettable live performances, taking place both day and night. Enjoy the Artmap Argyll Open Studio children’s events and ceilidhs at ' Tarbert’s Silvers Marine weekends during the summer, and Celebrate Scotland’s proud the Isle of Mull Music Festival; the Scottish Series yacht racing treat yourself to your very own piece traditions at the Cowal Highland Highlands and Islands Music and event in May of art, inspired by the stunning Gathering in Dunoon which holds Dance Festival in Oban; and The landscapes and wildlife of the area. the World Highland Dancing ' Fyne Fest in June for excellent Ceòl Cholasa Festival on the Isle Championships. You’ll find games local produce including of Colonsay. During August, the Coll of the Sharks taking place across the region in seafood, ales meats and Festival is the annual basking shark In May, embrace sustainable living August featuring pipe bands and more. And all the while be and ocean festival based on the Isle at Scapa Fest: the UK’s Festival of Highland dancing as well as other entertained by great tunes of Coll. With the idyllic Hebridean Yoga and Adventure. This 3-day fun events. from folk musicians. waters surrounding Coll being the family friendly festival combines worldwide hotspot for basking Get gnarly in the Inner Hebrides ' Bute Cycling Festival in yoga, outdoor adventures and sharks, where better to have a shark in October at the annual BWA September, which includes local produce all in the tranquil festival? Tiree Wave Classic, the exciting the race up the Serpentine surroundings of Ardkinglas Estate, windsurfing national championship Hill - not for the faint Loch Fyne. Don’t miss the MACH 1 Stages Rally that attracts windsurfers from in July for an adrenaline filled hearted! Enjoy fantastic music in a stunning across the UK. It’s the longest motorsport event that’ll have you setting at the Tiree Music Festival in running professional windsurfing ' CowalFest, a walking sitting on the edge of your seat. The festival in September July, winner of best small Scottish event in the world. Mull Rally is one of the biggest and VISITSCOTLAND.COM Coll of the Sharks Festival 18 ARGYLL & THE ISLES OU KN WHERE TO FIND Y O D W I ? OUT MORE D You can see 100 Discover more of Argyll & The miles of stunning island scenery in only Isles in a VisitScotland iCentre. 40 minutes on a Our friendly information experts Loch Lomond can offer advice on what’s on Seaplanes flight. and where to go as well as book w accommodation and tickets for w om w.v .c isitscotland events, activities and transport. Our Shop Local initiative promotes local artisans so we can also help you find the perfect Scottish gift. 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National coach services run to mainland destinations. www.western-ferries.co.uk, island services, including the many of the larger towns in the passenger-only service between Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac) www.kintyreexpress.com, If you’re planning on driving around area, from where you can link to the Isle of Seil to Easdale, where Don’t miss operates ferries from the Isle of www.jurapassengerferry.com the region, it is worth checking in local services. For more information, there are no roads. Arran to Kintyre with a journey and www.poferries.com drives advance with ferry operators which visit www.citylink.co.uk or time of 30 minutes. You can also Embark on an adventure of your ' Explore the Isle of Bute with of the isles you can take your car to. www.westcoastmotors.co.uk By air Some only allow vehicles owned by travel from Gourock to Dunoon You can take local flights from choice while saving money with The Bute route, part of five residents. By rail in 20 minutes aboard Western Glasgow Airport to Tiree, Islay and an Island Hopscotch® ticket from routes which make up The There are daily mainline rail links Ferries and CalMac or Wemyss Bay Campbeltown. Flights are also CalMac. These are valid for a month Coig, helping you to explore the Clyde Coast and Islands. National Tourist Routes from Glasgow to Oban and Wemyss to Rothesay in 35 minutes with available from Oban to Coll, Tiree, and let you roam freely from island For an even more scenic journey, Bay, which is an excellent way to CalMac. You can also travel to Bute Colonsay and Islay. to island. 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ACHARACLE, ARGYLL B1 BONAWE, by TAYNUILT C2 ISLE OF IONA A2 ARDLUSSA, ISLE OF JURA B3 Bonawe Historic Iron Furnace Iona Abbey an Nunnery Historic Scotland Bonawe, By Taynuilt, PA35 Historic Scotland, Isle of Iona, Argyll, PA76 6SQ 1JQ T: 01681 700512 [email protected] T: 01866 822432 [email protected] www.historicenvironment.scot/daysout www.historicenvironment.scot/daysout One of Scotland’s most historic and sacred Once a place of fire and fury, the most sites, founded by St Columba in 563. Includes complete charcoal-fuelled ironworks in Britain. stunning representation of the famous high 6 Displays illustrate how iron was made here. 8 crosses. 2 0 1 4 2 5 3 6 oooo Historic Attraction E , ƒ ß ooooo Historic Attraction E , ƒ © Open: Check website for up-to-date opening times Open: Check website for up-to-date opening times Admission: Check website for current admission prices Admission: Check website for current admission prices 9 0 Resipole Studios Lussa Gin Distillery 2 8 5 4 4 1 0

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Andrew Sinclair, Resipole Farm, Strontian PH36 4HX 1 T: 01967 431506 M: 0749 555 3760 [email protected] T: 01496 820196 [email protected] www.lussagin.com www.resipolestudios.co.uk Lussa Gin is inspired by the Isle of Jura, an island inhabited by just over Resipole Studios and Fine Art Gallery offers changing exhibitions in four two hundred people. Three of those people are Alicia MacInnes, Georgina gallery rooms, showcasing some of the finest contemporary Scottish art. INVERARAY D3 By OBAN C2 Kitching and Claire Fletcher. Together they distill Lussa Gin using 15 Dunstaffnage Castle & Chapel botanicals they can grow or gather from Jura's coastline, its hills, wetlands, gardens and woods. Historic Scotland, Castle Grounds, Dunbeg, Lussa Gin is named after the Lussa Glen at the north end of the island PA37 1PZ where the distillery is situated. In 2017 the team moved from the kitchen T: 01631 562465 [email protected] where they produced 4000 bottles, to an old stables building which www.historicenvironment.scot/daysout they've renovated to house 'Hamish', their 200 litre copper still. Looking at this strategically sited castle, you • Email [email protected] • Visit www.lussagin.com • Award winning • Award winning • Original Artwork • Local Artwork • Sculpture can see how it once dominated Loch Etive. It • Jewelry • Framing gin

was also once the prison of Flora MacDonald. 8 0 4 5

E 6 Open: 5 Apr-1 Dec: Tue-Sun, 11am-6pm. All other times by oooo Castle E , ƒ © Open: Mon-Fri, 10am-4.30pm. appointment. Open: Check website for up-to-date opening times Admission: Tours are available by appointment at 11.30am and 2.30pm Admission: Free. Admission: Check website for current admission prices Mon to Fri by calling 01496 820196 or emailing [email protected]. Inveraray Castle & Gardens 0 7 7 2

Argyll Estates Office, Cherry Park, Argyll PA32 8XF 1 T: 01499 302203 F: 01499 302421 [email protected] www.inveraray-castle.com Ancestral home of Clan Campbell and home to the Duke & Duchess of ISLE OF IONA A2 Argyll. The turreted, fairy tale exterior belies the grandeur of its gracious ROTHESAY, ISLE OF BUTE D4 Iona Gallery & Pottery interior. The spectacular garden has a variety of specimen trees and plants. Rothesay Castle VisitScotland Quality Assurance Burnside Cottage, Isle of Iona PA76 6SW Historic Scotland, Castlehill Street, Rothesay, T: 01681 700439 [email protected] Isle of Bute PA20 0DA Quality you can trust www.ionagallery.com T: 01700 502691 [email protected] Original contemporary and 20th century www.historicenvironment.scot/daysout paintings of Iona. Limited edition prints. This powerful stronghold, built in the 1200s, • Heritage • Garden • Tearoom • Giftshop • Headquarters Clan Campbell Unique handbuilt and thrown stoneware was twice besieged and captured by the Norse, • Variety specimen plants • Fresh local produce

pottery made on Iona. 8 who battered down the wall with their axes. 0 2 6 1 2

2 oooo Castle E k Ç 2 3 5 Open: 1 Apr-31 Oct: Daily, 10am-5.45pm. Last admission 5pm. oooo Castle E , ƒ © Admission: Adult £12.50, Child £8 (children under 5 free), Concs £11, THE SIGN Open: Easter-Oct: Mon-Sat, 11am-5pm. Open: Check website for up-to-date opening times OF QUALITY Admission: Free. Family £35. Car parking £3 (non-castle visitors only). Group of Admission: Check website for current admission prices 20 or more 20% discount given. www.visitscotland.com/qa

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BUNNAHABHAIN, ISLE OF ISLAY B4 RHU, By HELESBURGH D4 DUNOON D4 Places to visit Glenarn Garden Castle House Museu Mike and Sue Thornley Glenarn, Glenarn Road, Castle House Gardens PA23 7HH Rhu, By Helensburgh G84 8LL T: 01369 701422 Gardens, parks and T: 01436 820493 [email protected] [email protected] www.gardens-of-argyll.co.uk www.castlehousemuseum.org.uk play areas Sheltered woodland glen with burn, famous Step into the history of Dunoon & surrounding for rare and tender rhododendrons and areas. We host an extensive and fascinating

magnolias. Hillside rock garden with interest 3 range of exhibits spanning from the Neolithic 8 9

all year. Vegetable garden. 7 period through to more modern times. 2 , E E ƒ ∑ Open: 21 Mar-21 Sep: Daily, dawn to dusk. Open: 30 Mar - 24 Oct: Mon - Sat, 10am - 4pm Admission: Adult £5, Child under 16 free. Admission: Adults £3, Concs £2.50, Child, Free.

Bunnahabhain Distillery & Visitor Centre 6 2 3 0

Port Askaig, Isle of Islay PA46 7RP 3 T: 01496 840557 [email protected] www.bunnahabhain.com Bunnahabhain Distillery, Islay's most northerly, overlooks the beautiful Sound of Islay. Visit to enjoy one of the most unique single malts on the island. Relaxed visitor centre and shop offering in-depth guided tours and BENMORE by DUNOON (7 miles) D3 OBAN C2 tastings. Booking of tours is advisable. A warm welcome awaits. Places to visit Dunollie Museu, Castle and Grounds North Wing, Dunollie House, Oban, Argyll PA34 5TT Museums T: 01631 570550 [email protected] Also check Visitor attractions www.dunollie.org Seat and ancestral home of Clan MacDougall. • Distillery tours • Warehouse tours • Whisky tastings • Whisky shop Exciting exhibitions and displays for all ages. • Producer of unique whisky

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and Gift Shop. Daily tours also available. 8 6 Open: Apr-Oct: Monday to Saturday from 9am until 5:30pm. oooo Visitor Attraction , ƒ k Ç Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9am until 7pm. Sundays from Open: Apr-Oct. Open daily during summer (Please check website for 11am until 4pm. Nov-Mar: Monday to Saturday from 10am seasonal opening hours). until 4pm. Sunday 12noon until 4pm Benmore Botanic Garden 0 Events and activities all year round. 3 9

Admission: Adult from £5, Child £4. 4 Admission: Please refer to website for admission details.

By Dunoon, Argyll PA23 8QU 1 T: 01369 706261 [email protected] www.rbge.org.uk In a magnificent mountainside setting, Benmore is steeped in history and surrounded by dramatic scenery. The 120 acre garden is home to a world TOBERMORY, ISLE OF MULL B2 famous collection of plants from Scotland and around the world. On the AUCHINDRAIN, by INVERARAY (6 miles) C3 OBAN C2 hillsides, see Chilean rainforest growing close by Bhutanese and Tasmanian displays. Ideal for all the family,

• Four star Garden • Wildlife Hide • Explorer and Guided Tours • Shop and Café oooo Garden k Ç Open: Apr-Sep: Daily, 10am-6pm. Mar & Oct: Daily, 10am-5pm. Admission: Adult £7, Conc £6 (includes small voluntary donation to the garden). Children under 16 free. Benmore is a regional garden 2

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Tobermory Distillery & Visitor Centre 1 Auchindrain Oban War & Peace Museu 1 1 9 4 8 4

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Tobermory, Isle of Mull, Argyll PA75 6NR Auchindrain, Furnace, Inveraray PA32 8WD 1 Old Oban Times Building, Corran Esplanade, Oban PA34 5PX 3 1 T: 01688 302647 F: 01496 840248 [email protected] T: 01499 500235 [email protected] www.auchindrain.org.uk T: 01631 570007 [email protected] www.tobermorymalt.com Step back in time at Auchindrain, the last Highland farming township to www.obanmuseum.org.uk Situated at the southern end of the harbour in the island's capital, you will survive into the 21st century. Families lived and worked here from the Oban War & Peace Museum has an interesting collection depicting discover a unique Scotch whisky experience. Our knowledgeable team will CAIRNDOW D3 medieval period up until the 1960s. Explore the township's buildings and the rich heritage of Oban and Lorn through the years including during take you through our two very distinctive single malt Scotch whiskies, Ardkinglas Woodland Garden experience how people lived here in the past. You can also meet our WWII when Oban Bay was home to RAF Flying Boats. Tobermory and the robustly peated Ledaig. A warm welcome awaits at chickens, sheep, and very friendly cat. The Estate Office, Ardkinglas, Cairndow, Argyll Mull's only distillery. PA26 8BG T: 01499 600261 [email protected] www.ardkinglas.com Champion trees, historic rhododendrons and • Visitor centre • Coffee shop • Toilets • Free parking • On the A83 south the famous Gruffalo Trail & Fairy Trail. A • Distillery tours • Whisky tastings • Great Scotch whisky! • Whisky shop of Inveraray.

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ROTHESAY, ISLE OF BUTE D4 DUNBEG, By OBAN C2 Places to visit Places to visit Visitor attractions Wildlife, nature and See also other categories natural attractions

Bute Mueu Ocean Explorer Centre an Café Scientifique 7 4 3 7

7 Stuart Street, Rothesay, Isle of Bute PA20 0EP SAMS, Dunbeg, by Oban PA37 1QA 7 T: 01700 505067 [email protected] T: 01631 559123 T: 01631 559000 [email protected] www.butemuseum.org.uk www.oceanexplorercentre.org Explore Bute's ancient and natural treasures. There's something for Explore how our oceans work using interactive displays, cameras, films everyone here! We are situated close to Guildford Square, just behind BENMORE by DUNOON (7 miles) D3 and technology at the visitor centre to Scotland's main ocean research By BARCALDINE C2 Rothesay Castle. institute. Sutherland’s Grove Forestry and Land Scotland, 12 miles from Oban PA37 1SQ T: 0131 370 5700 [email protected] www.forestryandland.gov.scot Woodland walks through a diverse landscape of gigantic fir trees, crashing waterfalls, ancient oakwood and working forest. Cycle routes which venture deeper into the forest reward the cyclist with peace and

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By Dunoon, Argyll PA23 8QU 1 T: 01369 706261 [email protected] www.rbge.org.uk In a magnificent mountainside setting, Benmore is steeped in history and surrounded by dramatic scenery. The 120 acre garden is home to a world- famous collection of plants from Scotland and around the world. On the ISLE OF IONA A2 CALGARY, ISLE OF MULL B2 hillsides, see Chilean rainforest growing close by Bhutanese and Iona Heritage Centre Tasmanian displays. Ideal for all the family. The Manse, Isle of Iona PA76 6SJ T: 01681 700576 [email protected] www.ionaheritage.co.uk Fascinating information about the local and natural history of Iona. Plus shop and garden • Four star Garden • Wildlife Hide • Explorer and Guided Tours • Shop café with outdoor and indoor seating. and Café

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oooo Garden k Ç 2 3 Open: Apr-Sep: Daily, 10am-6pm. Mar & Oct: Daily, 10am-5pm. k ∑ Admission: Adult £7, Conc £6 (includes small voluntary donation to the Open: Easter-Oct: Mon-Sat, 10.30am-4.30pm. garden). Children under 16 free. Benmore is a regional garden Admission: Adult £2.60, Child over 12 £1.50, Concs £1.50. of the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (charity no: Art in Nature - Woodland Walk SC007983) which celebrates its 350th anniversary in 2020. Matthew & Julia Reade, Calgary Arts, Isle of Mull, PA75 6QQ T: 01688 400256 [email protected] www.calgary.co.uk Let us inspire you to discover more of Scotland. A gentle woodland walk to the beach, with breathtaking views of Calgary Pop in and we’ll point you in the direction of the Bay & the ocean beyond. Discover among the trees an abundance of wild BUNESSAN, ISLE OF MULL B2 TAYNUILT C2 flowers, woodland plants, wildlife & sculpture. Calgary Arts Local Artists best the country has to offer, whether you need Ardalanish Isle of Mull Weavers Inverawe Smokery & Fisheries Exhibition Carving Studio & Shop. advice on what’s on or where to go, or even if Anne Smith, Ardalanish, Bunessan, Isle of Mull Taynuilt, by Bridge of Awe PA35 1HU Find us on Facebook - Calgary Arts. you’re looking to book accommodation or tickets PA67 6DR T: 01866 822808 www.inverawe-fisheries.co.uk for all kinds of events, activities and transport. T: 01681 700265 [email protected] Visit the musuem to see how salmon are Come and talk to our knowledgeable and www.ardalanish.com smoked, or try fly fishing. Walks, nature trail. Visit our weaving mill and farm. The mill shop Kid’s play area, fish feeding. Enjoy the café friendly information experts. You never know, we sells tweed, blankets, scarves & so much more. and smokery shop. • Woodland walk • Sculpture • Just 300m from Calgary Beach

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beach and walks. 2 1 , ƒ k ∑ 1 3 Find out where we are and when we’re open at E , ƒ k ∑ oooo Visitor Attraction ƒ k Open: Daily: Apr-Oct, 10am-5pm. visitscotland.com/icentre. Open: Apr-mid Oct: Daily, 10am-5pm. Mid Oct-Apr: Mon-Fri, 10am- Open: Daily: 31 Mar-30 Oct, 9-24 Dec. Admission: Sculpture walk Adult £2 , children free, subsequent visits free. 4.30pm. Admission: £2.50 museum of smoking fish (children free). Pay once return as many times as you like. Admission: Free.

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House | Gardens | Arts | Rural | Learning Open seasonally from April - October Explore this wondrous Victorian Gothic house and its spectacular gardens, Only90 woodland and coast. Situated on the Isle of Bute, minutes only 90 minutes from Glasgow. from Check our website for further information Glasgo Te l: 01700 503877 w

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Stop. Listen carefully and you’ll hear it… There, absolutely nothing. It’s the sound of peace, of escape, of ease.

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ISLE OF LUING, by OBAN (16 miles) C3 Leisure activities Sunnybrae Caravan Park - Bike Hire Leisure activities Leisure activities South Cuan, Isle of Luing, Oban PA34 4TU T: 01852 314274 M: 0788 785 2711 Activities – outdoor [email protected] Golf Pony trekking/ www.oban-holiday.co.uk Enjoy a great fun day out of doors exploring horse riding our beautiful island on a bike. Fantastic scenery, Atlantic Islands Centre, caf and shop. Helmets provided. 57243 oooo Small Holiday Park CDƒ Open: Self-service available for when we are not around. The Luing Ferry runs every half hour during the day 8am-6pm. Cross over as foot passengers and walk 50m round the corner to start your adventure Admission: £15 adult bike, £10 per child bike/tag/trailer. No cards.

ARGYLL C3 CARRADALE, KINTYRE C5 GLENCRUITTEN, By OBAN C2 About Argyll Walking Holidays Leisure activities Carradale Golf Club Achnalarig Stables Letters Lodge South, Strathlachlan PA27 8BZ Carradale, Kintyre PA28 6RY Allison MacLeod, Achnalarig Farm, T: 01369 860272 [email protected] [email protected] Glencruitten, Oban PA34 4QA www.aboutargyll.uk Country sports – fishing, www.carradalegolf.com T: 0774 870 8141 M: 0774 870 8141 High-quality, essentially personal guided "If you make the journey to play Machrihanish [email protected] walking holidays in beautiful, undiscovered shooting just round the coast is Carradale Golf Course Riding through beautiful countryside and parts of Scotland. Accommodation in the most amazing nine holer. Golf at purest, lessons available. All ages & abilities welcome.

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0 to rival any.” Ken Brown, Ken on the Course. 8 0 1 1 1 © Open: Mar-Oct. Open: All year. Club lounge with tea/coffee facilities on an honesty Open: Feb- mid Dec. Closed Mon. Admission: Please see website for details. basis. Disabled shower and toilet facilities and ramp for wheelchair access. Admission: 9 holes: Adults £15, secondary pupils £10, primary pupils £5. Day: Adults £25, secondary pupils £15, primary pupils £10.

COWAL PENINSULA C4 DUNOON D4 PORT ELLE, ISLE OF ISLAY B5 Dunoon & District Anlin Clu Permits available from: Campbells Paint Shop, 124-126 Argyll Street, Dunoon PA23 7NE T: 01369 704191 www.dunoonanddistrictanglingclub.co.uk Offers game fishing on three lochs and four rivers. Leaflets available from Campbells and the VisitScotland iCentre. 8 0 8 3 2

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Forestry and Land Scotland, Glenbranter, Argyll PA27 8DJ 6 Janette Napier, Port Ellen, Isle of Islay PA42 7AN 1 T: 0131 370 5674 [email protected] T: 01496 302310 M: 0785 463 7920 [email protected] www.forestryandland.gov.scot/argyllfp www.themachrie.com Although it’s only a short distance from Glasgow, it’s easy to find wild On the West Coast of Scotland on the Isle of Islay, The Machrie is one of places here. Head to Ardentinny for relaxing, easy trails along a river and TAYNUILT C2 the most beautiful locations in world golf. Designed in 1891 by Willie BE IN THE KNOW through bluebell woods, or Glenbranter to watch red squirrels. Just next to Inverawe Fisheries & Anlin School Campbell, the course has now been fully modernised by DJ Russell. The the holiday resort of Dunoon, Corlarach is a great place to get away from hotel boasts 47 stylish rooms, suites & lodges. Dining includes 18, our Taynuilt, by Bridge of Awe PA35 1HU Our accredited Information Partners are based it all and perhaps glimpse red deer. restaurant & bar on the first floor with outdoor terrace & panoramic views T: 01866 822808 www.inverawe-fisheries.co.uk of the ocean & course. Explore some of the worlds finest whiskies, birdlife, throughout Scotland and can offer tailored Superb fly fishing; 4 lochs, stocked with hard- The park has some fantastic cross-country mountain biking routes. There’s seafood & dramatic coastal seascapes, or take on the challenge of our fighting rainbow trout. Learn fly fishing – any advice to help you make the most of your visit. a whole network of trails from Ardgartan, including a circuit round the championship links course, its about time you played The Machrie! age. Rod/net hire. peninsula that makes a thrilling day out. • One of the finest Links courses in the World • 9 Whisky Distilleries on Chat with them for insider tips about the must the island • Outdoor Terrace with panoramic ocean and island views see attractions in the local area. 9 2 9

, ƒ 1 ooo Hotel E , k ∑ 3 Open: All year. oooo Visitor Attraction ƒ k Open: All year. Look out for the sign or find us at Open: 22 Mar-31 Dec: Daily, 9am-5pm. Admission: Visitors welcome. Discounted green fees for hotel residents. It visitscotland.com/iknow Admission: £2.50 smokery exhibition (children free). is advisable to prebook tee times or spa treatments in advance. Dining options include breakfast, morning coffee, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner and tables can be booked in advance.

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OBAN C2 Leisure activities Shopping Oban Whisky & Fin Wins 19 Stafford Street, Oban PA34 5NJ Mull Theatre T: 01631 570586 info@whiskyfix.com Display adverts Shops www.whiskyfix.com Specialists in rare Scotch whisky, gin and the & An Tobar finest wines from across the world. Free samples and expert advice are always on offer!

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whisky and spirits worldwide. 0 organisation based in Tobermory, 1 , merging the renowned An Tobar arts Open: Apr-Oct: Mon-Sat, 10am-8pm; Sun, 12noon-6pm. Nov-Mar: centre & prolific Mull Theatre. We Mon-Sat, 10am-6pm. specialise in visual arts, music, and theatre and are dedicated to making good things happen across art forms on and off our beautiful island home. INVERARAY D3 As well as our producing and Inveraray Castle Gift Shop VisitScotland Quality Assurance Inveraray Castle, Inveraray PA32 8XF commissioning our own work, we host a T: 01499 302421 Quality you can trust [email protected] varied programme of incoming shows - www.inveraray-castle.com theatre, dance, music, comedy, film, The castle shop stocks a vast range of quality Found outside of Oban town centre Achnalarig Riding family shows, community events gifts and books. Wide selection of gifts with a

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Stables is a comprehensive facility offering pony riding. 7 2 and more. 1 The stables provide riding and trekking through the oooo Castle E k Ç THE SIGN beautiful Argyll countryside for all ages and abilities. Open: 1st Apr-31 Oct: Daily, 10am-5.45pm. Last entry 5pm. OF QUALITY ����� ������ Admission: Access without castle admission. The centre specialises in riding for the disabled and organises a large number of rides each week. COMAR.CO.UK www.visitscotland.com/qa Lessons can also be made available, with safety hats provided. Advanced booking is required. Shopping Arts & Crafts EXCLUSIVE TARTAN FROM THE Address: Achnalarig Farm & Stables, ISLE OF IONA Oban PA34 4QA Phone: 07748 708141 Free P&P with code VS2020

By PORT CHARLOTTE, ISLE OF ISLAY A4 Tormisdale Croft Crafts Tormisdale Croft, by Port Charlotte, Isle of Islay PA48 7UE T: 01496 860239 [email protected] IN 2020, SCOTLAND Handmade crafts, original design knitwear, sticks, stag horn work, hand spinning, wood CELEBRATES THE YEAR turning, handknitting yarns, patterns and kits,

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TAYNUILT C2 HUNTERS QUAY, By DUNOON D4 PORT ELLE, ISLE OF ISLAY B5 Food & drink Hunters Bar & Grill Dunoon, Argyll PA23 8HP T: 01369 707772 [email protected] Cafés/tearooms/ www.argyllholidays.com This beautifully crafted bar and grill is coffee shops conveniently located within the main complex at Hunters Quay, the ideal place to grab a bite to eat or relax. Cosy interior complete with an open fireplace, large flat screen TV's with Sky. E ƒ k ∑ Open: Opening times vary seasonally.

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Main Street, Taynuilt PA35 1JE 5 18 Charlotte Street, Port Ellen, Isle of Islay PA42 7DF 9 T: 01866 822429 M: 0788 750 7479 [email protected] T: 01496 300109 [email protected] www.theislayhotel.com www.robinsnesttearoom.co.uk Offering 13 Luxurious en-suite rooms, a comfortable and relaxed Quality tearoom in Taynuilt village centre offering the very best of home restaurant serving the best of seasonal local produce, whisky bar & CALGARY, ISLE OF MULL B2 baking, excellent soups, sandwiches and snack lunches. A warm welcome LOCHGOILHEAD D3 garden patio offering extensive whiskies and local ales. Dogs are welcome guaranteed from our friendly staff. We are sure you will be delighted with The Goil Inn in our whisky bar and garden. Enjoy free Wi-Fi throughout. We are Café at Calgary Arts what we are able to offer. Takeaway service. situated right next to Port Ellen Harbour. The 3 famous Islay distilleries of Matthew & Julia Reade, Calgary, by Dervaig, Lochgoilhead PA24 8AD T: 01301 703208 [email protected] Laphroaig, Lagavulin and Ardbeg are all within walking distance from the Isle of Mull PA75 6QQ hotel along a scenic foot path. T: 01688 400256 [email protected] www.argyllholidays.com A friendly old coaching inn set in the heart of www.calgary.co.uk • Breakfast served to non residents from 7.30 - 11.30am • Lunch served Teas, lunch, home baking. Fairtrade, organic, Lochgoilhead with extraordinary loch views. • Excellent home baked produce • Varied menu • Friendly staff • Disabled The bar hosts regular entertainment, the finest between 12 midday - 2pm • Dinner served from 5.30pm (summer) and local, produce. Home of Calgary Art In Nature access 6pm (winter) until 9pm.

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INVERARAY D3 LOCHGOILHEAD D3 ROTHESAY, ISLE OF BUTE D4 Inveraray Castle Tea Room Food & drink The View Bar & Restaurant Victoria’s Restaurant Inveraray Castle, Inveraray PA32 8XF Drimsynie Estate, Lochgoilhead PA24 8AD 55 Victoria Street, Rothesay PA20 0AP T: 01499 302203 T: 01301 703344 [email protected] T: 01700 500016 F: 01700 502262 [email protected] Restaurants www.argyllholidays.com [email protected] www.inveraray-castle.com Situated in an elevated position with stunning www.victoriahotelbute.com The tearoom uses locally sourced ingredients panoramic views over Loch Goil, the View Rothesay’s premier restaurant. Enjoy fresh for its home baking and light snacks. If you offers sizzling breakfasts, lunches, snacks and local produce including Rothesay Bay 8 want to relax over a cup of tea or coffee or 0 delicious dinner menu, alongside daily specials langoustines with superb views over the 6 7 2 7 2 enjoy a meal. 2 with children’s and takeaway menus available. esplanade gardens and bay. 5 1 oooo Castle E ƒ k ∑ Ç E , ƒ v k ∑ k ∑ Open: 1st Apr-31 Oct: Daily, 10am-5.45pm. Last entry 5pm. Open: All year. Book a table in advance by calling 01301 703344. Open: All year. Admission: Access without castle admission.

TAYNUILT C2 DUNOON D OBAN C2 SKIPNESS, By TARBERT C4 Inverawe Smokery Café an Shop The 51st State Bar & Grill & La Cantina Knipoch Hotel Skipness Seafood Cabin Taynuilt, by Bridge of Awe PA35 1HU Restaurant Ms Kamma Craig Knipoch Hotel PA34 4QT Skipness, by Tarbert PA29 6XU T: 01866 822808 200 Argyll Street, Dunoon PA23 7HA T: 01852 316251 F: 01852 316249 T: 01880 760207 [email protected] www.inverawe-shop-cafe.co.uk T: 01369 703595 [email protected] www.skipnessseafoodcabin.co.uk Delicious homemade soup, a feast of smoky www.lacantina-restaurant.co.uk www.knipochhotel.co.uk Locally sourced seafood served in a stunning foods, scones and cream, homemade cakes, Fantastic Italian & American-Italian cuisine, set Nestling beside Loch Feochan only 10 minutes location. A highly popular destination for barista coffee. over two floors. Food served from 12noon south of Oban on A816. Luxury 4 star hotel locals and visitors. Mostly outdoor seating

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STRONE D4 The Strone Inn Shore Road, Strone PA23 8TA T: 01369 840243 [email protected] thestroneinn.co.uk A cosy village pub at the heart of the local community. We serve quality beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks alongside fresh, locally provisioned, home-cooked food.

E , ƒ ∑ Open: Due to our location our hours change over the year. Please call, check Facebook, Google or our website for the current times. Admission: Well behaved dogs on a leash welcome in the bar area. Set on the peaceful shores Children admitted in the dining room while eating. of Loch Creran on the West Coast of Scotland, Barcaldine Castle is one of only a few Food & drink ancient castles on the Scottish mainland that you can stay at. Display adverts Set against breathtaking views of the snow-capped mountains of Glencoe, Barcaldine Castle is a truly unique venue that has recently opened up a fantastic licenced café offering Afternoon Te as, light lunches and refreshing scottish cocktails. If you fancy something a little different in a truly historic location, it’s a must visit! Benderloch, Oban, Argyll PA37 1SA Scotland +44 (0)1631 720598 [email protected] | www.barcaldinecastle.co.uk

Argyll Hotel Isle of Iona, Argyll PA 76 6SJ hotel & seafood restaurant Come and enjoy a delicious, homemade lunch, our fresh This small Scottish Island is the inspiration behind Isle of Bute Small Batch Gins, soups, bread and sandwiches are perfect if you only have a crafted with love and care in the heart of Rothesay. short time on the island. For a more leisurely lunch why not try our daily specials, mussels, or our seasonal garden salad. simply We source our botanicals from the island and nearby areas to create We are also licensed, so on a lovely day enjoy a drink with unique craft gins that showcase the true spirit of Scotland. your food outside on our lawn and soak up the view. We are only 5 minutes from the ferry, you can find us on the Village street. heaven So come in before or after your visit to the abbey. Discover our brand new gin distillery, just a short walk from the Rothesay ferry terminal. Learn how our Isle of Bute Small Batch Gins are created Fantastic food and sample our growing range to find your favourite. Log burning fires Open: March to October Food is available at the following times: Isle of Bute Gin Company www.argyllhoteliona.co.uk Refreshments &baking: .....10am onwards Breathtaking sea views 65 High St Phone: 01681 700334 Lunch: ...... 12.15 -2pm [email protected] Email: Afternoon teas: ...... 2 -4.30pm pierhousehotel.co.uk Rothesay [email protected] Dinner: ...... 6 -8pm Port Appin, Argyll 01631 730 302 www.isleofbutegin.com Isle of Bute PA20 9AX

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OBAN C2 PORT ELLE, ISLE OF ISLAY B5 Tours Tours Coastal Connection Cameron Smith, Oban Bay PA34 5PZ T: 01631 565833 M: 0791 961 5210 Tours Wildlife trips [email protected] www.coastal-connection.co.uk Tobermory day trip and wildlife & castles two hour trip. Private charter and missed ferries.

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Departures from Port Ellen Marina PA427DP 9 T: 01496 300129 [email protected] www.islay-sea-adventures.co.uk Islay’s only wildlife and fishing boat trips. Amazing wildlife and fantastic DUNOON D4 EASDALE OBAN (16 miles) C3 OBAN C2 fishing. Unique opportunities to get up close to rare wildlife such as stags, white-tailed eagles and seals. Come on board and experience another side Taxi George Guided Tours of Islay, only available from the sea. Book online now! 177D Edward Street, Dunoon PA23 7PH T: 01369 706630 M: 0791 360 1442 [email protected] www.taxigeorgedunoon.com Eight passenger vehicle available. All functions, airport transfers and cab work. Can • Wildlife tours • Fishing trips • Private Charter

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permitting) during all tours. 9 ooooo Wildlife Experiene , ƒ 8 E , ƒ ∑ Open: All year. Open: All year. Bespoke tours available daily or extended as Admission: Wildlife Trips: £40 Adults / £30 Children. Fishing Trips: £40 required. Wheelchair friendly. Adults / £30 Children. Corryvreckan Whirlpool Tour: £80 per person. Sea-Food Special: £60 per person. Admission: Payment by credit/debit card can now be accepted in most Seafari Adventures (Oban) 2 Etive Boat Trips 3 9

3 Dunstaffnage Marina, Oban PA37 1PX Many Private Charter options available, get in touch for a cases for journeys of more than £5. Prepayment required. Seafari Adventures (Oban) Easdale, Oban, Argyll PA34 4RQ 5 T: 01852 300003 [email protected] www.seafari.co.uk/oban T: 01631 565633 T: 0790 025 3585 [email protected] quote. Tours to suit all. RIBs and traditional boat. Visit the Gulf of Corryvreckan www.etiveboattrips.co.uk (The World’s Third Largest Whirlpool). Dolphin, porpoise, whale, seal, Etive Boat Trips offer cruises up Loch Etive and around the Firth of Lorn. DUNOON D4 otter, white-tailed sea eagle, golden eagle, deer, seabirds. Spectacular Daily sailings from April, choose from a shorter 2 hour trip to a full day coastal scenery. Full commentary from qualified guide. adventure. See fabulous scenery, wildlife, castles and islands from our Western Ferries (Clyde) Ltd comfortable catamaran the Etive Explorer. Hunter's Quay Terminal, Dunoon PA23 8HJ T: 01369 704452 F: 01369 706020 [email protected] We depart from Dunstaffnage Marina (2 miles from Oban on the A85). www.western-ferries.co.uk Full details of regular trips can be found on our website. We also offer Fast and frequent vehicle and passenger ferry service between Dunoon bespoke half or full day private charters, enquiries welcome. Please read and Gourock, linking Argyll and Cowal to Inverclyde and the Central our reviews on TripAdvisor. Belt. Up to eight sailings an hour at peak times. Crossing time only 20 • Corryvreckan wildlife • Whirlpool specials • Whale & Wildlife • Iona, Staffa & Puffins • Private charter

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8 ooooo Wildlife Experiene ƒ ∑ E ƒ 6 Open: All year: 9am-6pm. Limited winter sailings. Open: Apr-Nov • Fishing trips • charters • seal trips • wildliFe Open: All year. Mon-Thurs: 6.10am-10.30pm; Fri, 6.10am- Admission: Cost depends on tour. Admission: Trips from £20 per adult/£15 per child. 12midnight; Sat & Sun, 7am-12midnight. Sailing from the Oban Times slipway (PA34 5PX) Opposite the Regent Hotel Oban. seal trips £12 adult | £6 kids ISLE OF IONA B2 ISLE OF MULL B2 2 hour wildliFe/historical centre Alternative Boat Hire Turu Mara tour 12pm-2pm most days Mark Jardine Lovedale, Isle of Iona PA76 6SJ Penmore Mill, Dervaig, Isle of Mull PA75 6QS T: 01681 700537 [email protected] T: 01688 400242 T: 0800 085 8786 Let us inspire you to discover more of Scotland. £24 adults | £12 kids www.boattripsiona.com [email protected] www.turusmara.com Booking adVised contact Jack on Traditional Gaff ketch, red sails/motor. Islands, Long established seabird and wildlife cruise Come and talk to our knowledgeable and friendly coasts, wildlife. Family friendly. Scheduled half tours from Ulva Ferry, Mull to Staffa, Treshnish information experts. You never know, we might just let day and day trips, also whole boat hire. Mull & Isles. Class VI MCA certified boats. 63 07900 605245 you in on a few local secrets. www.argyll-seatours.co.uk

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7 0 [email protected] 1 9 Email: 1 3 Find out where we are and when we’re open at Facebook/Argyll-Seatours visitscotland.com/icentre. Open: Normally operates Apr-Oct. See website for opening times. Open: Operates daily from April to October. Operates from Iona or Fionnphort. Advance booking Admission: Please see website for details. 3 hour mackerel trip recommended. £35 adult | £15 kids Admission: See website for prices. more options available, see our website.

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WILDLIFE & CASTLES 2HR SEALS, EAGLES, PORPOISE, DUART CASTLE, LISMORE LIGHTHOUSE PRIVATE CHARTER TOBERMORY, ROUND MULL, IONA, STAFFA, PUFFIN ISLAND, COLL, ISLAY, CORRYVRECKAN TOBERYMORY DAY TRIP DUNOON D4 Taxi George CABINED BOATS Taxi George, Dunoon PA23 7PH T: 01369 706630 M: 0791 360 1442 [email protected] www.taxigeorgedunoon.com Eight passenger vehicle available. All functions, airport transfers , Marina transfers Self-drive Car, Van and Minibus Hire

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up to two wheelchairs. Free wifi available. 9 8 ALSO AVAILABLE: E , ƒ Open: All year. Wheelchair friendly. To Book Call 01631565833|07919 615210 Admission: Payment by credit/debit card can now be accepted in most Glencruitten Road, Oban, Argyll PA34 4DN [email protected] cases for journeys of more than £5. Prepayment required. www.coastal-connection.co.uk We recieved a Tripadvisor certificate of excellence 2016 and 2017 Telephone: 01631 566553

B2 citysightseeingglasgow.co.uk TOBERMORY, ISLE OF MULL Mull Taxi Service Events & festivals Mr Alan Robson, Arla, Western Road, Discover Strongarbh, Tobermory, Isle of Mull PA75 6RA M: 0776 042 6351 [email protected] Events & Festivals www.mulltaxi.co.uk Wildlife trips • Fishing trips 7 passenger taxi. Licenced. Pick-up, drop-off, return. Scenic tours. Island-wide, off-island • Corryvreckan Private hire • Distillery taxi

service, e.g. airport runs. 1 6 8 6 7 in 21 stops , Open: All year.

KINTYRE PENINSULA C5 BE IN THE KNOW Mull of Kintyre Music Festival Iain Johnston, Muneroy, Argyll Street, Our accredited Information Partners KNOW Campbeltown PA28 6AZ scotland T: 01586 552034 [email protected] are based throughout Scotland and www.mokfest.com can offer tailored advice to help you Scottish & Irish traditional & contemporary music with concerts, ceilidhs, pub sessions, make the most of your visit. Chat with them for insider open-air events, childrens entertainment, Distillery Glasgow Museum Museum of & tips about the must see attractions in the local area. parades & heritage tours. more!

Clydeside Gallery many ƒ The Riverside & University KelvingroveArt To view parts of the Island only accessable by sea, just call Scan to book Look out for the sign or find us at Open: The festival, held in Campbeltown will be on Aug 19th-23rd. It 01496 300 129 / 07768340627 visitscotland.com/iknow will have 7 ticketed concerts as well as free open air events Find us on Facebook - Islay Sea-Adventure or Twitter - @islayadventures and music in venues across the weekend. Admission: Ticketed concerts cost from £7-£25. www.islay-sea-adventures.co.uk

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BALEPHETRISH ISLE OF TIREE Guest House A Rockvale Guest House Dbl (4) £75 - £100 prpn key to costs and symbols Rest: comfortable ensuite rooms. Relax: conservatory with books, Dbl/Twn (1) £75 - £100 prpn DVD's, games, glasses & fridge. Refuel: Fruit smoothies, homemade Ensuite (5) GLSG oooo Serie artents a granola, banana pot, full fry, Kintyre kippers, Rockvale poached eggs raser Suites Glas Dbl (90) rn & spinach, banana eggy bread, Argyll smoked salmon... 4 star luxury serviced apartments located in the heart of Glasgow’s Fam (8) 11 rn Alison Campbell, 35 Balephetrish, Isle of Tiree PA77 6UY vibrant Merchant City. Enjoy the freedom of your own studio, one or two Ensuite (98) T: 01879 220675 M: 0790 010 2856 [email protected] www.rockvaletiree.co.uk

bedroom apartment, along with the comfort of hotel services. 95523 Open: All year 1-19 Albion Street, Glasgow G1 1LH E ö # ú ñ 1 G . H û l Ä , p J a S k m V ∑ ü T: 0141 553 4288 F: 0141 553 4289 [email protected] EXAMPLE www.glasgow.frasershospitality.com 26779 BUNESSAN, ISLE OF MULL Guest House B2 1Hm∑ñûxkjlu# en ll ear + ©DÇø Ardachy House - Guest House & Holiday Let Slg (3) £49 - £49 prpn Peaceful location, stunning sea-views, beach; walking, wildlife, Dbl (3) £85 - £95 prpn These indicate schemes the birdwatching, relaxing. We also have a self-catering flat available, Twn (1) £90 - £90 prpn Facilities symbols &©Çƒ+establishmentD may be a member of, and which sleeps 2-4. Please ask for details. Fam (1) £90 - £95 prpn See explanation below and check all at time of booking. signposts whether they have accessible Ensuite (7) • Chris & Jo Roberts, Ardachy House Hotel, Uisken, Bunessan, Isle of Not verified by VisitScotland. ∑μ∂πº√DCÇ Shared (1) facilities and if they offer short breaks. Mull PA67 6DS See pages 21 & 23. T: 01681 700505 [email protected] www.ardachy.co.uk

Accommodation options and costs 106618 Number in brackets refers to number of rooms/units of that type. Accessible # 1 X G H n Ä p a } S k V W ∑ Open: April-October Sgl – Single DB&B – Dinner, Bed & pu – per unit Symbol denotes that this establishment offers access, please check with Self Catering B2 Dbl – Double Breakfast ps – per suite CALGAY, ISLE OF MULL establishment prior to booking. Twn – Twin B&B – Bed & Breakfast so – single occupancy Calgary Self Catering £180 - £1850 pn pppn – per person per night Located beside the beautiful white sands of Calgary Bay, Calgary is a A wide choice, Cottage, Spacious Fam – Family RO – room only (breakfast not Further information selection of eco friendly accommodation right on the gateway to apartment to camping Hut , Lofts and Ste – Suite prpn – per room per night included) Ensuite/priv facs – For further information either visit Mull’s West coast, an area of outstanding natural beauty. A wide Studio (9) www.visitscotland.com or contact the pw – per week please check prior to booking choice of accommodation with a high level of comfort, individuality & Bedrooms (1-4) accommodation provider directly. charm, woodland sculpture walk, café & art galleries all on site. Sleeps (2-9) Calgary Self Catering, Calgary by Dervaig PA75 6QQ Facility symbols – please note that you should always check that a particular facility or service is available at the time of booking T: 01688 400256 [email protected] www.calgary.co.uk E L ò É ö A # ú d ñ 0 f G õ . H g [ ) Y , m T w ∑ ü Open: All year. Winter short breaks. 1 Ensuite x Telephone # Credit/debit J Property on d Dishwasher ã Electrical bath and/or in bedrooms/ cards accepted working farm/ hook-up points shower for all self catering croft f Freezer available . Ground floor COLINTRAIVE Inn C4 bedrooms unit í bedrooms , Pets accepted h Domestic help Privately- The Colintraive Hotel 2 Ensuite bath kTea/coffee available by arrangement owned Award-winning hotel with gastro pub, restaurant, log fires, sea views. and/or shower making y Payphone caravans u Passenger lift ù Gaelic language available for some facilities in spoken ë Caravan bedrooms bedrooms ^ ) Non-smoking Four-poster v Hearing loop holiday homes 3 Private R Restaurant beds establishment available Colintraive, Kyles of Bute, Argyll PA22 3AS bath and/or É Building E Assistance dogs I Not all ç Chemical toilet T: 01700 841207 [email protected] shower for all X Evening meal properties/ www.colintraivehotel.com bedrooms available of historic/ ü Short breaks disposal facility 108434 literary/ caravans have ò A # 1 X { ù : G H Ä , p ` R S k m V ∑ Open: All year 4 V Vegetarian available all facilities å Chemical toilet Private bath architectural disposal for and/or shower diets provided interest 0 Ensuite bath ô Eating out motor homes for some S Special diets and/or shower By DUNOON ooo to oooo Self Catering D4 bedrooms G Garden facilities within K Shop within provided room(s) in two miles or Hunters Quay Holiday Village W Washbasins Y Open hearth self catering two miles/ Ä Packed lunches meal service mobile food Located just outside Dunoon, Hunters Quay Holiday Village is tucked in bedrooms/ fire unit available away in an elevated position within the charming countryside, rooms by arrangement shop calls ` Regular live L Bed linen Å Drying facilities offering spectacular panoramic views across the Holy Loch and the H Hairdryer in r Room service entertainment provided Ü Shop on site Argyllshire Mountains. There are fabulous onsite leisure facilities, on request – restaurant, bar & regular live entertainment. bedrooms { Full alcohol j Leisure F Family rooms Q Gas cylinders for facilities free or for hire available exchange refill Hunters Quay, Dunoon, Argyll PA23 8HP mTelevision drinks licence/ T: 0845 459 9772 [email protected] www.argyllholidays.com

T 70382 available licensed bar 8 Indoor Towels � Twin/double s Shower provided on Open: All year n No television } Restricted swimming pool rooms available available L ò A # ú ñ 0 f { g [ y p R ! S k m b ∑ á ü request – free ° ! Satellite/cable alcohol drinks 9 Outdoor or for hire Alpine sleeping ~ Bath available licence swimming pool platform A2 TV M Additional ] Café/restaurant ISLE OF IONA ooo Hotel  Broadband a Lounge : Games room charge for ä St Columba Hotel Pitches for N Takeaway Slg (9) £79 - £112 prpn power/fuel/ touring Ideal for rest and relaxation. Adjacent to Iona Abbey with stunning Dbl (4) £166 - £209 prpn � WiFi b TV lounge AChildrens’ play heating food available area caravans views across the Sound of Iona. Emphasis on locally sourced and Twn (9) £134 - £199 prpn ñ DVD player § Cycle hire organic produce. All rates include full Scottish breakfast. e Smoking rooms g Laundry â Tents welcome Dbl/Twn (2) £176 - £246 prpn available available p Private parking facilities on site nearby Restaurant/bar open to non-residents. Fam (3) £154 - £219 prpn ê Isle of Iona, Argyll PA76 6SL ö CD player P q Limited parking w Washing Motorhomes � Groups Ensuite (27) available Porterage welcome welcome T: 01681 700304 [email protected] ú machine www.stcolumba-hotel.co.uk

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LOCHGOILHEAD ooooo Holiday Park D3 PORT ELLEN, ISLE OF ISLAY oooo Self Catering B5 Drimsynie Estate Holiday Village Islay65 £115 - £215 pn Stunning location at the bottom of the mountains, overlooking The cottage is beside Loch Leodamais beach, shops, restaurants, pubs Bedrooms (3) Loch Goil. Premier caravans and luxury lodges available. & the 3 distilleries coastal path. All inclusive rate. 2 bathrooms, Sleeps (6) dishwasher, washer/drier, free Wifi, TV, cot/high chair, CH, stove.

Lochgoilhead, Argyll PA24 8AD Islay 65, 65 Frederick Crescent, Port Ellen, Isle of Islay PA42 7BD T: 0345 459 9772 [email protected] www.argyllholidays.com T: 0746 288 7765 [email protected] www.islay65.co.uk 3407 96696 ò L ] … A # § ô : ≈ 8 g j { , p ` ! Ü N m ∑ ü Open: All year E L ò É ö # d ñ f G . H û g [ ) Y , p ! T t b W w ∑ D ü Open: All year

LOCHGOILHEAD ooo Hotel D3 ROTHESAY, ISLE OF BUTE oooo Guest Huse D4 De Ette Hotel The Bayview Scenic location at the bottom of the moutains, over looking Loch Beautiful Victorian house with panoramic views over Rothesay bay, Goil. Excellent leisure facilities, sequoia spa, restaurant, bar & with car park. 0.75 miles from town. Comfort assured. takeaway. Part of Drimsynie Estate holiday village. Irene Mcgregor, 21/22 Mountstuart Road, Rothesay, Isle of Bute PA20 9EB Drimsynie Estate, Lochgoilhead PA24 8AD T: 01700 505411 M: 0751 655 4490 [email protected] T: 0345 459 9772 [email protected] www.argyllholidays.com www.bayviewhotel-bute.co.uk 23194 14497 Open: All year Open: Mar-Oct E A # X { : . H 8 l j u , 3 p ` R r ! S k m V ∑ á π D ü # ñ 2 ^ H 4 p a } S k m V ∑

MACHRIHAISH ooooo Self Catering B5 ROTHESAY, ISLE OF BUTE Hotel D4 High Trodigal £850 - £1700 pw The Victoria Hotel Stunning earth-sheltered accommodation with breathtaking views. Bedrooms (1) Family owned hotel offering guests the very best of traditional Overlooking Machrihanish golf courses and sandy beaches. Walking Sleeps (2) Scottish hospitality. Special off-season rates available. trails, birdwatching, boat trips, cycling, distillery tours.

Mike and Linda Peacock, South Trodigal Cottage PA28 6PT 55 Victoria Street, Rothesay PA20 0AP T: 01586 810305 M: 0794 000 8201 [email protected] T: 01700 500016 F: 01700 502262 [email protected] www.hightrodigal.co.uk www.victoriahotelbute.com 95282 5226 E L ò É ú d f G . H û [ ) , p ! m T w ∑ √ D C ü Open: All year # 1 X { H Ä a R S k m V ∑ Open: All year

OBAN Guest House C2 SALEN, ISLE OF MULL ooo Guest House B2 High Cliff Guest House Ard Mhor Guest House One of the top guest houses in Oban. Offers and discounts available Friendly guest house overlooking Salen Bay. Centrally located – ideal for longer stays. Consult our website for price details. base to explore the whole island. Category one wheelchair access, TV lounge/library.

David Clowes, Pier Road, Salen, Aros, Isle of Mull PA72 6JL 35 Glencruitten Road, Oban, Argyll PA34 4EW T: 01680 300255 M: 0788 413 0054 [email protected] T: 01631 564134 [email protected] www.highcliffoban.co.uk www.ardmhor-guesthouse.co.uk 81684 1244 E 1 G H û Ä , p ! S k m b V ∑ Open: All year E ú H , p k b ∑ D Open: Mar-Nov

OBAN oooo Self Catering C2 SKIPNESS, By TARBERT oo to ooo Self Catering C4 Katie's Flat Oban £85 - £150 pn Skipness Estate £230 - £650 pw Katie’s Flat is a one bedroomed 4 star self catering apartment Bedrooms (1) Traditional seaside cottages in unspoilt village with seasonal Seafood Cottages (5) situated in a quiet residential area surrounded by views of the hills. Sleeps (2) Cabin and 13th Century Castle and Chapel. Open log fires and Bedrooms (Total 13) Katie’s Flat is a luxurious and comfortable base for exploring Oban stunning views. Excellent base for exploring the Kintyre Way or Sleeps (Total 25) and the islands. visiting local islands. Catriona Reid, 17 Coe Gardens, Oban PA34 4JT Skipness Estate, Skipness, Tarbert, Argyll PA29 6XU T: 01631 562272 M: 0774 888 3464 [email protected] T: 01880 760207 [email protected] www.katiesflat.co.uk www.skipnesscottages.co.uk 5853 24466 # d ñ 0 f G H û [ ) , p ! m t b w ∑ ü Open: All year M E L ò É ö # ñ f G . H g [ I Y , p J m T w ∑ Open: All year

PENINVER, by CAMPBELTOWN oooo Small Holiday Park D2 TOBERMORY, ISLE OF MULL ooo Self Catering B2 Peniner Sands Holiday Park £260 - £550 pw Tigh-na-Acha £360 - £490 pw Quality caravan holiday homes for hire within our small, family run Bedrooms (2) Comfortably furnished, well-equipped bungalow with fine views over Bungalow (1) holiday park. Seafront location. Spectacular views. Sleeps (4) the surrounding hills and Sound of Mull. Fishing, boat trips, wildlife Bedrooms (3) tours available locally. Beautiful beaches and great walks. Free WiFi Sleeps (6) available. Linen and towels are provided as standard. Edward MacCallum, Craigview, Peninver, Campbeltown PA28 6QP Margaret Sims, 14 Reeves House, 2 Hartfield Road, Leatherhead, T: 01586 552262 F: 01586 552868 [email protected] Surrey KT22 7GQ www.peninver-sands.com T: 01372 887321 [email protected] tigh-na-acha.co.uk 44 44362 E … # g [ y , m ∑ ü Open: 15 Mar-15 Jan ö ñ f G . H [ ) Y p m w ∑ D Open: All year

VISITSCOTLAND.COM VISITSCOTLAND.COM 54 ACCOMMODATION ACCOMMODATION 55 ALBA Ardmaddy Estate offers four comfortable, well-equipped COTTAGE self-catering cottages in wonderful surroundings. A great place for walking, sailing, sea-kayaking, wildlife watching and just relaxing. By Oban, Argyll, PA34 4QY T: 01852 300778 [email protected] • www.ardmaddy.com RESTAURANT AND BEER GARDEN Alba Cottage is situated in Craighouse on the beautiful Isle of Jura, OPEN TO NON-RESIDENTS just a 15 minute walk from the village store, hotel, and distillery. WELCOME Small Isles Bay is just 50 yards in front Whisky Bar Of The Year 2019 TO COLL HOTEL of the house, offering stunning beach Award winning whisky bar with over 700 Sleep | Eat | Drink views spanning across to the mainland. malts to choose from. ARINAGOUR • ISLE OF COLL ARGYLL • PA78 6SZ Growing selection of Scottish gins and +44 (0) 1879 230334 01496 820 314 [email protected] WWW.ALBA-COTTAGE-JURA.CO.UK a selection of craft beers and real ales. Serving food all day, Escape to an amazing using locally sourced ingredients. Knipoch is a luxury Country House Hotel situated 6 miles South of Oban overlooking HOT TUB BREAK Loch Feochan, ideally situated for Soak in our stunning surroundings touring Argyllshire and the Islands. from a hot tub lodge www.knipochhotel.co.uk Tel. 01852 316 251

Look out for the Taste Our Best logo, a sign that great quality Ardshiel Hotel Scottish food and drink Kilkerran Road, Campbeltown is on the menu. Argyll, Scotland PA28 6JL To find out more go to Te l: 01586 552133 visitscotland.com/tasteourbest Call us on 0345 459 9772 or visit us online Email: [email protected]

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An ideal place to stop-off between Oban and Fort William. We serve traditional and contemporary pub food from 12pm-9pm daily. Families and dogs are welcome. Fantastic views over picturesque Loch Creran from our expansive terrace area. Creagan Inn, Appin PA38 4BQ (01631) 730250 [email protected] Meadowsweet

Discover The Relaxing Isle of Gigha With its natural charm and delicious locally-sourced cuisine, the Gigha Hotel is a true testament to the finest in island hospitality. Perched quietly above Ardminish Bay, the Hotel offers Newly-refurbished self-catering everyone unsurpassed views of the beauty of Kintyre bungalow in spectacular scenery and Peninsula and beyond. Whether you are with us for with fabulous views, fully accessible for the day or a week, our dedicated staff will always make wheelchair users, and with specialist you feel welcome! equipment for disabled guests. A Delicious Taste of Island Cuisine Visit www.meadowsweetbungalow.co.uk Gigha Hotel Isle of Gigha, Argyll, PA41 7AA, Telephone : 01583 505254 to see our range of facilities.

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A Traditional 16th Century Harbourside Port Askaig 13 En-Suite Inn with An Unique Malt Whisky Bar 2 NIGHTS Hotel and Stores Bedrooms FROM Family owned for over 60 years Many with Popular Beer Garden where meals and drinks may be taken. £85 Scenic Sea PER PERSON BAY GREAT WESTERN HOTEL Views Locally caught seafood a house speciality. The Bay Great Western Hotel sits on the Great base for exploring all of Islay esplanade, offering breath-taking views of the bay all the way out to Kerrera Island. and our neighbouring islands of Jura and Colonsay. Ferries arrive and depart for both the mainland and the nearby islands from Port Askaig Harbour, Choose us for... a few steps from the hotel door. Panoramic bay views A superb promenade location Live music in the cosy Excellent bar and lounges Old Port Bar Dinner, bed & breakfast all included in the price is a regular feature. Fuel and General Store on site. Isle of Islay PA46 7RD 01496 840245 Details of harbour For more information or to book, call 01942 419389 or visit bayhotels.co.uk quoting DSD005S moorings - see our website www.portaskaig.co.uk

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Discover what’s hidden inside the mountain that never sleeps

• Visitor Centre • Lochside cafe and giftshop • Guided tours (booking advised) • Interactive exhibition • Children’s play area • Picnic area

Cruachan Visitor Centre Dalmally, Argyll PA33 1AN Tel: 01866 822618 Email: [email protected] www.visitcruachan.co.uk