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Skipness Tourist Information


Skipness is accessible from Tarbert via a very pleasant walk, rich with flora and fauna, or by road via Claonaig, where lies the ferry terminal for Arran.

Skipness has a famous Castle, started in the 13th century and abandoned at the end of the 17th century. It withstood siege by the Macdonald's during the Colkitto raids, who then went on to enjoy more success at Dunaverty, where they massacred the inhabitants.

Nearby stands a Chapel dedicated to St. Brendan, dating from the 13th century. It is in good repair, and some very interesting carved medieval tombstones lie protected by wooden cases.

 

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What's near Skipness

Attractions:
  Lochranza Castle  5 Miles
  Goatfell  11 Miles
  Rothesay Castle  12 Miles
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Towns:
  Glenrisdell  2 Miles
  Claonaig  2 Miles
  Oragaig  3 Miles
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Estate Agents:
  Arran Estate Agents  15 Miles
  Cowal Estate Agents  21 Miles
  Slater Hogg and Howison  25 Miles
Hotels:
  Stonefield Castle Hotel  6 Miles
  Stonefield Castle Hotel  9 Miles
  Willowbank Hotel  18 Miles
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Bed and Breakfast:

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Self Catering:
  Anchorage Houe  10 Miles
  Portencross Holiday Cottage  18 Miles
  Visitlargs.co.uk  18 Miles
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Campsites:
  Carradale Bay Caravan Park  13 Miles
  Glendaruel Caravan Park  18 Miles
  Wemyss Bay Holiday Park  19 Miles

Cinema: Odeon Ayr  34 Miles

TIC: Tarbert Tourist Information Centre     Tel: 01880 820429  5 Miles


Attractions near Skipness
Lochranza Castle (5 Miles)*
Lochranza Castle is a fine tower house which is probably a 16th century reconstruction of an earlier building.
Goatfell (11 Miles)*
At 2,866ft, Goatfell is the highest peak on the Isle of Arran, with impressive views.
Rothesay Castle (12 Miles)*
Rothesay Castle is a remarkable 13th century castle of enclosure, circular in plan, with a 16th century fore-work.
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Towns near Skipness
Glenrisdell Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
Claonaig Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
Oragaig Tourist Information (3 Miles)*
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Hotels near Skipness
Stonefield Castle Hotel (6 Miles)*
Newly refurbished Stonefield Castle Hotel offers a truly magnificent location, standing in 60 acres of woodland gardens overlooking spectacular Loch Fyne. The superb panoramic views from the hotel restaurant are unbeatable.
Stonefield Castle Hotel (9 Miles)*
Spoil yourself and stay in the Castle. Non smoking hotel. Stonefield Castle Hotel is an outstanding example of Scottish baronial Architecture.
Willowbank Hotel (18 Miles)*
This bright modern hotel has comfort and style in the beautiful Scottish countryside. It is situated in the beautiful west coast seaside town of Largs. This hotel has all the comfort that is expected of a 3* hotel.
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Self Catering near Skipness
Anchorage Houe (10 Miles)*
Anchorage House is a large Victorian Villa centrally located in the picturesque west highland village of Tighnabruaich, with breathtaking views of the Kyles of Bute. This is an ideal place to relax and unwind, whilst enjoying the scenery.
Portencross Holiday Cottage (18 Miles)*
Portencross Holiday Cottage is situated in a peaceful location on the west coast of Ayrshire; the cottage is only a few minutes away from the local village of West Kilbride.
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