Spending your time on Arran, Pt.2

For such a small island, there is so much to see and do on Arran! Whether you're an avid hiker, cycler, or simply enjoy a beautiful walk, this island has something for everyone.

Arran boasts seven golf courses! So there's plenty of choice if you're planning to spend your weekend on the course.

For the whisky lovers out there, you can visit and tour the Arran Distillery at Lochranza. Tour prices start at £7.50. Visit their website for dates and times.

If beer is more to your taste, why not swing by the Isle of Arran Brewery? Tours are also available at the Brewery, admission £5.00.

Across from the brewery you'll find Arran Aromatics. The company was founded on Arran by Janet and Iain Russell. Arran Aromatics is famous for its soaps, body creams, candles and fragrances, inspired by the island. You can visit the design centre and factory, located here, where you can browse and purchase their wide range of products. They also have some great in-store sales. I definitely didn't leave the shop empty-handed ;)

Arran is also well-known for its cheese. Next to Arran Aromatics is The Isle of Arran Cheese Shop. Pop in to taste samples and purchase your favourites to take home with you. Lots of varieties to choose from.

Near the Arran Distillery, you'll find Lochranza Castle. Originally built in the 1200s for the MacSweens, it was later used as a royal hunting lodge and has seen many changes of ownership over the centuries (from Walter Stewart, to the family of Robert the Bruce, to the Hamiltons). Spend some time exploring the ruins (entry is FREE) and the surrounding area.

Arran is also home to the mystical standing stones at Machrie Moore. It's a bit a walk from the carpark, but the path is flat and easy to follow, just wear shoes you don't mind getting a bit mud-loved.

There are six stone circles (some more intact and visible than others) at Machrie Moore, formed from granite and red sandstone. Though it isn't exactly clear how these stone circles were used, they are thought to be important ceremonial centres.

There are still quite a few things I didn't get to do while on Arran, like visit Brodick Castle & Gardens. But it's always nice to leave things to do on a second visit, and I most definitely will be back!

What are some of your favourite things to do on Arran? Tweet me @StephanieRuth24 and let me know.

Check back next week for Pt.3.

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