The Highland Fault Line runs through the middle of Arran, dividing the granite peaks of the north from the undulating pastures of the south, and this gives the island its title of “Scotland in Miniature”.

With stunning scenery, varied wildlife and great produce, Arran is less than an hour from Scotland’s west coast. All of Scotland’s Big Five (red squirrel, golden eagle, red deer, otter and seal) can be found on and around the island, and dolphins, porpoise, basking shark and minke whales are not uncommon in the warm coastal waters. Continue reading →