Goatfell is one of the Corbetts, a Corbett being a Scottish mountain of between 2,500 feet and 2,999 feet high with an ascent of at...

The Isle of Arran is a remote and beautiful outpost of the United Kingdom, and a place of peace and tranquillity, almost untouched by modernity...

Inchmarnoch is a small island with a fascinating history which lies off the west coast of Bute. Despite measuring only 4km x 1km it was...

The Museum of the Cumbraes exhibits historic items and documents that relate to the history of the Millport and the islands of Great and Wee...

North Ayrshire is a beautiful area of Scotland, and the museum has been established as the primary collection relating to the history of this community...

The Scottish Maritime Museum is situated near Irvine harbour, which was once one of Glasgow’s main trading ports. There are many facilities here from the...

Culzean Castle and Country Park has for many years been a popular visitor attraction in this region. The fantastic castle would have once been...

Rothesay Castle is one of Scotland’s oldest castles; it sits in the centre of Rothesay, and was built in a circular design in the 13th...

The Campbeltown Museum is not the largest museum that you will ever visit, but what it lacks in size it certainly makes up for in...

Rozelle House was the property of the Royal Burgh of Ayr for many years before changing back into private hands. The first manor house...

Bute Museum is a fine looking collection located close to the centre of this community. It has a rich series of artefacts, documents, paintings,...

This cottage was the home of John Davidson, village souter (shoemaker), who was the original Souter Johnnie of Robert Burns’ Tam o’ Shanter. Life-sized stone...

Founded in the 13th Century by the Earl of Carrick this tremendous abbey is one of the most important historical religious buildings in the region....

Largs Museum is operated by the Largs Historical Society and contains an extensive collection related to the town and surrounding area. Highlights of the...

This leisure facility has a swimming pool and ice rink, as well as two games halls that are suitable for badminton, football, basketball, trampolining and...

The Garage offers entertainment and fun for all the family. There is indoor karting and 12 lanes of bowling, plus a soft play area with...

Designated a National Scenic Area, the Kyles of Bute are a much photographed sea channel between the northern end of the Isle of Bute from...

Penkill Castle is located a few miles away from the small village of Penkill in South Ayrshire, northeast of Girvan. This beautiful piece of...

This museum is a great place to visit if you have an interest in this area of the country, or indeed this building. The...

The Dunoon Heritage Centre offers an extensive collection relating to local history, the people and the way that this area has developed throughout the centuries....

Dunaskin Open Air Museum tells the story of the Industrial Revolution in the Ayrshire region. There are a series of displays that pertain to...

Enjoy woodland walks, nature trails, wildlife, superb views or relax at one of three park centres. Castle Semple Centre, Lochwinnoch, just 10 minutes from Glasgow...

The McLean Museum and Art Gallery represents one of the best small municipal museums in Scotland. It has an extensive series of exhibitions on...

This beautiful 15th Century castle is associated with Patrick Maxwell, although his achievements in architecture are somewhat marred by his history of violence and murder....

Finlaystone Country Estate is a beautiful visitor attraction made up of 140 acres of mixed woodland and 10 acres of walled and formal gardens. The...

Paisley Museum and Art Gallery is the cultural hub for this community in Scotland, holding an exceptional collection of works of art and historical artefacts...

Coats Observatory is a place of great scientific importance, and has been an institution that has been involved in mapping the skies for a great...

This cottage is the only surviving building from Shuttle Street that was built in 1735 and continued to grow until the mid 1750s. An...

In 1163 a community of Cluniac monks set up a monastery near St Mirin’s shrine. This monastery later became Paisley Abbey and was rebuilt and...

Dumbarton as a town was the centre of the ancient kingdom of Strathclyde from the 5th Century until 1018. The castle is situated on...

Denny Ship Model Experiment Tank is a fascinating exhibition that actually tests model ships to see whether they can stand up to the way the...

Celebrating a long and illustrious history, much of which is associated with industry, this museum was established in order to bring to life the many...