How do you spend a day in Arran?

How do you spend a day in Arran?

Can you swim in Isle of Arran?

Throughout the year swimmers are in the seas around Arran. Once a year, local and visiting swimmers get together for the Lamlash Splash, where they swim from Holy Isle back to the pier.

What is Arran known for?

The Isle of Arran is a place where you can find a little bit of everything you'd ever want from a Scottish island. It has an ever-changing coastline, dramatic mountain peaks, sheltered beaches, verdant forests, great cultural festivals and a wealth of tasty local produce.

Why is Mull famous?

The Isle of Mull has become well known by all who view the BBC programmes Springwatch and Coast. The presenter Gordon Buchanan is from Mull and still has family and a house here. Mull is also now very well known as the home of the CBeebies programme Balamory, based around the coloured houses of Tobermory.

Is Arran walkable?

There are lots of low level walks on Arran. Think about beaches, glens and even Arran Coastal Way. Fisherman's Walk in Brodick is one of the most popular low level walks, taking you from Brodick across the bay to Cladach via beachside paths.

What is the main village in Arran?

Brodick is the main village on the Isle of Arran, the largest island in the Firth of Clyde. For many people arriving by ferry to Arran, Brodick will be the first place that they land.

How long does it take to drive around the whole of Arran?

The distance round the island is 55 miles. That would be a couple of hours of slowish driving. There are umpteen places where you'll find interesting scenes, ranging from Kildonan and Lagg way down in the south; through Blackwaterfoot and Machrie Moor, more in the West; to Pirnmill, Catacol, Lochranza nearer the North.

What is the most scenic part of Arran?

The View To Goat Fell From The Jetty At Brodick, On The Isle Of Arran, Ayrshire. The highest point on the Isle of Arran at 2,866 ft (874 m), Goat Fell is an incredibly dominant part of the island's skyline, featuring jagged summits and ridges. This rugged landscape is the perfect getaway for walking enthusiasts.

How long does it take to walk around Arran?

Despite its modest length (105 km/65 miles), the Way will take the average walker 6-8 days to complete, because some of the terrain is challenging and in a few places the route can be impassable at high tide.