The isles of Arran and Bute and the peninsula of Kintyre have long been playgrounds for the Scots, particularly the Glaswegians. Outdoor pursuits include walking, fishing and sailing, while indoor entertainment can be found in Brodick, Campbeltown and Rothesay. Fine mountain scenery in north contrasts with lowlands of south. Robert Bruce landed at Lochranza from Ireland in 1306. Arran Heritage Museum Brodick croft farm contains a museum of Arran history, geology and archaeology.
Authentic rooms exhibit spinning wheels, wooden cradle and other domestic items.
Geology section includes amethysts found on local beaches. Auchagallon Bronze Age monument consists of rounded stone mound sur-rounded by rough circle of 15 standing stones. Blackwater Hamlet standing amid ancient remains. Robert Bruce may have sheltered at King's Cave, to north, in 14th century. Pony trekking and golf course nearby.