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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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Lochranza Castle
(5 Miles)*
Lochranza Castle is the ruined remains of a tower house, built on the north of the Isle of Arran off the west coast of Scotland. |
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Goatfell
(11 Miles)*
Goatfell, or Goat Fell, is the highest point on the Isle of Arran, which lies in the Firth of Clyde. In Scottish Gaelic the mountain is called Gaoda Bheinn. |
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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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Glenrisdell Tourist Information
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Claonaig Tourist Information
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Anchorage House
(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. |
7 Crawford Street
(16 Miles)*
Millport is the only town on the Isle of Cumbrae, reached by a ten minute ferry crossing from Largs. 7 Crawford St is a ground floor, one bedroomed flat five minutes walk from the Blue Star beaches and shops, cafes and entertainments. |
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