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List of Best Things to do in Isle of Arran, United Kingdom (UK)
Goat Fell
Glenashdale Falls
Isle of Arran Distillers
Auchrannie Leisure Centre
Machrie Moor Stone Circles
Isle of Arran Heritage Museum
King's Caves
Lochranza Castle
Brodick Castle, Garden and Country Park
North Sannox Pony Trekking
Visit the Isle of Arran, Scotland
Join Kathi, from Watch Me See, exploring The Isle of Arran with Rabbie's. Discovering this Scotland in miniature may be the perfect way to get a real taste of Scotland when you're short on time.
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Places to see in ( Isle of Arran - UK )
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Arran or the Isle of Arran, at 432 square kilometres, is the largest island in the Firth of Clyde and the seventh largest Scottish island. Historically part of Buteshire, it is in the unitary council area of North Ayrshire. In the 2011 census it had a resident population of 4,629. Though culturally and physically similar to the Hebrides, it is separated from them by the Kintyre peninsula. It is divided into highland and lowland areas by the Highland Boundary Fault and has been described as a geologist's paradise.
Arran has been continuously inhabited since the early Neolithic period, and numerous prehistoric remains have been found. From the 6th century onwards, Goidelic-speaking peoples from Ireland colonised it and it became a centre of religious activity. During the troubled Viking Age, Arran became the property of the Norwegian crown, until formally absorbed by the kingdom of Scotland in the 13th century. The 19th-century clearances led to significant depopulation and the end of the Gaelic language and way of life. The economy and population have recovered in recent years, the main industry being tourism. There is a diversity of wildlife, including three species of tree endemic to the area.
The island includes miles of coastal pathways, numerous hills and mountains, forested areas, rivers, small lochs and beaches. Its main beaches are at Brodick, Whiting Bay, Kildonan, Sannox and Blackwaterfoot. The village of Lagg has Scotland's only official nudist beach, known also as one of the quietest nudist beaches in the world.
Most of the islands of Scotland have been occupied consecutively by speakers of at least four languages since the Iron Age. Many of the names of these islands have more than one possible meaning as a result. Arran is therefore not unusual in that the derivation of the name is far from clear. Mac an Tàilleir (2003) states that it is said to be unrelated to the name Aran in Ireland (which means kidney-shaped, cf Irish ára kidney).
The island lies in the Firth of Clyde between Ayr and Ardrossan, and Kintyre. The profile of the north Arran hills as seen from the Ayrshire coast is referred to as the Sleeping Warrior, due to its resemblance to a resting human figure. Arran is sometimes referred to as Scotland in miniature, as it is divided into Highland and Lowland areas by the Highland Boundary Fault which runs north east to south west across Scotland.
Arran has several villages, mainly around the shoreline. Brodick (Old Norse: broad bay) is the site of the ferry terminal, several hotels, and the majority of shops. Brodick Castle is a seat of the Dukes of Hamilton. Lamlash, however, is the largest village on the island and in 2001 had a population of 1,010 compared to 621 for Brodick. Other villages include Lochranza, in which the Blackwood-Davidson family had their principal seat, Lochranza Castle and Catacol in the north, Corrie in the north east, Blackwaterfoot in the south west, Kildonan in the south and Whiting Bay in the south east.
Brodick is the largest settlement on the island, with more than 650 residents. It has hotels, shops and restaurants, and attractions that include the Arran Brewery, Brodick Castle, Brodick Beach and Goat Fell. Lamlash has a similar population and amenities, with the addition of views and connections to the Holy Isle. It is the location of the island's High School and Hospital.
Arran has three smaller satellite islands: Holy Isle lies to the east opposite Lamlash, Pladda is located off Arran's south coast and tiny Hamilton Isle lies just off Clauchlands Point 1.2 kilometres (0.75 mi) north of Holy Isle. Eilean na h-Àirde Bàine off the south west of Arran at Corriecravie is a skerry connected to Arran at low tide. Other islands in the Firth of Clyde include Bute, Great Cumbrae and Inchmarnock.
The Isle of Arran is connected to the Scottish mainland by two Caledonian MacBrayne ferries, MV Caledonian Isles from Brodick to Ardrossan and MV Catriona (summer only) from Lochranza to Claonaig. The MV Isle of Arran provides additional sailings from Brodick to Ardrossan during the summer season. Summer day trips are also available on board the paddle steamer PS Waverley and a summer service operated by a local resident connects Lamlash to the neighbouring Holy Isle.
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CalMac Five Ferry Challenge - ScotVlog2017 Volume 2
Five CalMac ferries in one day, taking in the islands of Bute and Arran on a circular motorcycle tour. Motorcycling in Scotland doesn't get much better than this. Dougal the Dog rides the motorbike too, as we take in Caledonian MacBrayne Ferries from Claonaig to Lochranza, Brodick to Ardrossan, Wemyss Bay to Rothesay, Rhubodach to Colintraive, and from Portavadie to Tarbert Loch Fyne. On the Isle of Arran we stop for lunch at the Dog-Friendly cafe, the Fiddlers. All this on a Triumph Thruxton Motorcycle. If you're doing a tour of Scotland, this makes for an ideal daytrip - or you can take a little longer and spend more time on the islands.
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Climb Ben Nevis | 360
Join a group of mountaineers as they head up the UK’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis, near Fort William in the western Highlands of Scotland. Standing at 1, 345 m (4412 ft) its majestic summit offers an enticing challenge. Watch the mountaineers as they set off from Glen Nevis, pass the cascading Red Burn and approach the rocky Munro summit, all the while admiring 360 degree views throughout the route – simply click and drag the video to look around.
Get the full experience at and discover more iconic Scottish hills and mountains, including Arthur’s Seat in Edinburgh, the Cuillin Ridge on the Isle of Skye and Ben Lomond in Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park.
Safety first! As majestic and beautiful as they are, hills and mountains can be very dangerous places in certain weather conditions or if you aren't adequately prepared. Ben Nevis is a strenuous walk in summer and requires competent winter skills in harsh weather. It takes an average of eight hours to complete and weather can change suddenly. Get advice from the Mountaineering Council of Scotland and check the Mountain Weather Information Service before you go. Whether you plan on scaling it in summer or winter, make sure you know the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.
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TS Queen Mary. Tour Part 1
Footage of the Clyde built Turbine Steamer Queen Mary. The original Queen Mary built by Denny's of Dumbarton in 1933.
Recorded on the 29th October 2005 at the Victoria embankment London.
Thankfully this awful blue colour scheme only lasted for 1 year after which she reverted to her normal black/white hull and white upperworks.
She was towed from this berth to a layup berth in Tilbury docks on the 9th November 2009.
Since August 2015 TS Queen Mary is now under the ownership of the Charity, “Friends of TS Queen Mary”, which was formed in 2012 to safeguard the future of TS Queen Mary, the Clyde's last and Britain's finest, turbine excursion steamer.
The TS Queen Mary arrived back in her home waters of the Clyde on the 15th May 2016, following an absence of 26 years. This was after a second career as a floating restaurant on the Victoria Embankment on the River Thames, where she remained until 2009. She had to vacate her berth at the Embankment and she was towed to Tilbury docks where she lay for7 years.
Since then, she has had 2 previous owners and was facing an uncertain future, before being saved by “The Friends of TS Queen Mary”.
Since her return to the Clyde, “The Friends of TS Queen Mary” have already raised £150,000 which will cover the cost of this dry docking, which is the first stage of an estimated £2,000,000 restoration, as a static heritage destination on the banks of the River Clyde, near Glasgow.
On the 9th November 2016 she was moved to her temporary winter layup berth next to the Glasgow Science Centre at the entrance of the much reduced Prince's Dock in Glasgow from a lay-up berth next to the Garvel Dry dock in the James Watt Dock Greenock.
On the 17th August 2017 the Friends of TS Queen Mary announced
that the TS Queen Mary will be moored permanently at the Glasgow Science Centre, where she will serve as a heritage destination and education/training centre.
TS Queen Mary will be berthed bow on to the Millennium Bridge, where she will be both connected to the SSE Hydro and SECC complexes and also right in the heart of Glasgow’s media village. In this location, she will welcome up to 150,000 visitors and students each year.
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Arriving at the Victoria Embankment River Thames 29th July 1988:
Entering Garvel Dry Dock 1st September 2016:
Return to Glasgow 9th November 2016:
Paddle Steamer Bristol Queen
Paddle Steamer Bristol Queen was built by Charles Hill and Sons of Bristol. At 961 Gross registered Tonnes, she was the largest Paddle Steamer to grace the Bristol Channel. She measured at 244.7 ft x 31.2 ft and her boiler was oil fired from the outset which required her to have two funnels.
Bristol Queen was fitted with a Triple Expansion Steam Engine, 2,700 indicated horse power (2,014kW) built by Rankin & Blackmore, Eagle Foundry, Greenock in1946. Cylinders, 27″, 42″ and 66″, Length of Stroke 66. Engine number 517.
Bristol Queen was launched with a bottle Bristol Cream Sherry (which failed to break at the first attempt), on 4 April 1946 by Lady Mayoress of Bristol J Owen. She undertook sea trials on the 7th September 1946 where she achieved a maximum speed of 19.4 knots.Her Maiden Voyage was from Bristol to Ilfracombe on Saturday 14th September 1946.
In this short clip from 1964, TV reporter Terry Fleet joins Bristol Queen for a short cruise and reports on his journey from Cardiff to Weston-super-Mare.
During the brief crossing, there is a short interview with the Managing Director of P&A Campbell Limited, Mr Sidney Clifton Smith Cox (minus his famous Trilby hat he was so often seen wearing). He gives a brief history of the company and its plans for the future.
As we see the Bristol Queen sweep into the landing stage at Cardiff, we can spot the small rowing boat collecting the canting rope used to assist with Bristol Queens departure.
A good crowd waits to board and the ship’s crew take the opportunity to top up on the catering stores.
We then see Bristol Queen, under the Command of Captain Jack George, cant the ship round and head out of Cardiff Bay. With a generous crowd onboard the steamer heads for Weston-super-Mare.
We are treated to superb views of Bristol Queens Triple Expansion Steam Reciprocating Engine, under the charge of Chief Engineer Reg Neath and are given an excellent view of her mighty paddle wheels churning up the Bristol Channel.
As well as views of the steamer at sea, we are given a brief glimpse of Bristol Queens silver service dining saloon and forward cafeteria/bar.
Bristol Queen was the last ship in service to have been built for Bristol Channel work.
During the “Lean Years”, Bristol Queen was laid up at the end of the 1958 season and did not resume active service until the 1961 season.
This was a period of financial reconstruction for P&A Campbell Limited, who were going through the most turbulent period in their long history.
On the 26th August 1967, while departing Barry, Bristol Queen suffered catastrophic damage to her starboard paddle wheel. She limped back to Cardiff under her own power but at a much restricted speed.
Sadly, she was immediately withdrawn from operational service and was never to carry passengers again.
As it dawned that Bristol Queen had no operational future, there was speculation about her future as a preserved static exhibit, possible in the city of her building, Bristol.
Unfortunately Bristol Queen was not saved. The era of preservation had not yet arrived and so she was sold to Belgian ship breakers.
Paddle Steamer Bristol Queen departed Cardiff and the Bristol Channel for the last time on the 21st March 1968, for Willebroek in Holland under the tow of German Tug Fairplay XI.
Why not join the Paddle Steamer Preservation Society today-new members are always welcome.
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July 2017 - I was hired to shoot a wedding in Alloa, Scotland. I had a few days to relax and travelled to the Isle of Arran with Darren, AKA the groom. I got to see the beautiful landscapes of this island and the ruins of Lochranza Castle.
In Glasgow I met up with a model 'Angela' and she showed me around the city as we shot. I stayed in Alloa, were rest of this video was made.
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Durham Castle 360
This a 360 degree view from the courtyard of Durham Castle.
Blackwaterfoot on the beautiful Isle of Arran, Scotland
Green Brae holiday cottage is set on relaxing Blackwaterfoot, at the heart of the scenic South West coast of Arran. Well catered for, the village offers THE Shiskine golf club, with an accessible to all café overlooking the sea and the Mull of Kintyre, the Kinloch hotel restaurant, a shop - post office, a butcher, a baker, a garage where one can rent bikes from, stables, shops for toys, souvenirs and frames, a hairdresser.