he Island of Arran, with it's mild climate, is situated 14 miles from the south west coast of Scotland lying between the Ayrshire coast and the Mull of Kintyre.

The attractive village of Whiting Bay lies six miles south of Brodick pier. There are numerous village shops selling local produce, groceries, gifts and crafts. A number of establishments on the island have eating out facilities and Whiting Bay boasts many of the finest restaurants. The village pubs offer bar snacks and live music.

There is something for everyone to do on the island; safe beaches, sailing, golf, bowling, tennis, cycling and pony trekking. There are also a number of indoor pursuits including a swimming pool and leisure centre. There are many delightful walks on the island and the birds, wildlife, flowers and fauna are some of the main attractions.

A modern car and passenger ferry links Ardrossan on the mainland with Brodick on Arran. The journey time is 55 minutes. Ardrossan is 30 miles south west of Glasgow and approximately 15 miles from Prestwick. The train station is situated on Ardrossan Pier. A number of airlines offer a fast and frequent service to either Prestwick or Glasgow Airports. Both airports have excellent road and rail links to Ardrossan.

During the summer months you can also sail from Cloanaig on the Kintyre Peninsula to Lochranza in the north of Arran. (35 minutes) Visitors to the island can use this route to explore the Western Highlands & Islands.

The island is 20 miles long and 12 miles wide and offers some of the most spectacular and beautiful scenery in Scotland.