Does Arran have a bus service?

Local buses are another great way to get around and really see Arran – there are three main routes: the 324 goes via Lochranza to Blackwaterfoot (North End); the 323 goes via Whiting Bay to Blackwaterfoot (South End) and the 322 heads across the String to Blackwaterfoot.



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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.

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Day 2 - Around Arran - Scotland in Miniature You can drive the 56 mile circuit around Arran in 2.5 hours, but there's lots to see so you need to schedule carefully. The highlights are: Corrie - this is an exceptionally pretty little village where the houses face directly onto the road.

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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.

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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.

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Like many Scottish Islands, Arran has been fought over and 'owned' by various incumbents in the past. As such the island was home to three castles. The first of these, and probably the best well known is Brodick Castle, which sits in woodland, at the foot of Goatfell, overseeing all who arrive in Brodick Bay.

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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.

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