If you’re planning a family holiday or a weekend break to Arran, you may be surprised by just how much there is to do.

You could choose to tour the island, stopping off at the many places of interest – with a distillery, castles, gardens, museums, heritage centres, craft shops and art galleries. There are plenty of outdoor activities to try as well: hillwalking, fishing, boat trips, paragliding, water skiing, quad biking and cycling. If history is your thing, Arran has lots to offer – from ancient stone circles to 14th century castles.

Quality Scottish Food

Arran is also gaining an international reputation as a destination for ‘foodies’, with a wide variety of high quality local produce on offer: from salmon and venison to chocolate and beer. Arran is also the ideal choice for anyone wishing to treat themselves to a spa weekend, enjoy the fresh air and indulge in some of the natural therapies on offer.

There are also plenty of events happening on the island throughout the year – from folk festivals and hill races, to highland games and golf tournaments. Don’t forget your clubs – there are no less than seven golf courses on the island.

HILLWALKING

Arran is a joy for walkers of all abilities. While there’s always a temptation to scramble up Goat Fell, there are lots of wonderful routes around the coast, across the island and around the main towns and villages that beg to be explored on foot.
The Arran Coastal Way is perhaps Scotland’s finest circular long-distance trail, running 65 miles (105 km) around the Isle of Arran. The island is rich in scenery, castles, caves and standing stones. The walking is varied, from mountain paths to deserted beaches, from minor road-walking to boulder-hopping, and in places it is refreshingly rugged. Arran’s wildlife is uniquely approachable, and its residents welcoming.

For more information: http://www.visitarran.com/site/arranactivities.aspx

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