Can you walk around the Isle of Arran?

Welcome to the Arran Coastal Way! T he Arran Coastal Way offers walkers a challenging and rewarding 65-mile / 105 kilometre circular route around the beautiful Isle of Arran. Packed with amazing wildlife and fabulous scenery, the route is perfect for a week long walking holiday.

How long does it take to climb Goatfell Arran?

between 2 and 5 hours
The mountain stands sentinel above Brodick Castle and reaching the summit takes between 2 and 5 hours, so pack plenty of supplies and make sure you are properly equipped.

Is there any Munros on Arran?

Four of the Arran hills qualify as Corbetts – Scottish peaks over 2500 feet, but less than 3000 feet. (Being a hill over 3000 feet in Scotland makes you a Munro. Arran doesn’t have any Munros, but we think Corbetts are better anyway).

How far is the road around Arran?

around 56 miles
Arran’s circular coastal road is around 56 miles (90 km), making it easy to explore the highlights of the island over a couple of days.

Can you drive around Arran?

The distance round the island is 55 miles. That would be a couple of hours of slowish driving. There are umpteen places where you’ll find interesting scenes, ranging from Kildonan and Lagg way down in the south; through Blackwaterfoot and Machrie Moor, more in the West; to Pirnmill, Catacol, Lochranza nearer the North.

How many miles is it around the Isle of Arran?

432 km²
Isle of Arran/Area

How difficult is Goatfell?

Hiking route to the Goatfell Arran is of moderate difficulty (in summer conditions), route finding is straightforward as the paths are well trodden and easy to follow.

Is Goatfell a Munro?

Goat Fell. At 874m (2,687ft), Goat Fell misses out on being a Munro* by a mere 5 metres. It is the highest point on the Isle of Arran. There are a number of routes up the hill, from leisurely to more challenging, but the most popular and straightforward are either from the village of Corrie or from Brodick Castle.

Is Goatfell a Corbett?

Goat Fell (marked as Goatfell by the Ordnance Survey; Scottish Gaelic: Gaoda Bheinn) is the highest point on the Isle of Arran. At 874 metres (2,867 ft), it is one of four Corbetts on the island. The mountain, along with nearby Brodick Castle, is now owned by the National Trust for Scotland.

What are people from Arran called?

The Isle of Arran (/ˈærən/; Scots: Isle o Arran; Scottish Gaelic: Eilean Arainn) or simply Arran is an island off the west coast of Scotland….Isle of Arran.

Location
Country	Scotland
Council area	North Ayrshire
Demographics
Population	4,629

Can you drive around Arran in a day?

A trip around Arran is about 90 kilometres and can be done in 4 hours, depending of course on the amount of stops and a visit to Brodick Castle which is a must if you ask me. The castle and gardens are stunning and the view over Brodick Bay is phenomenal.

What to do in Brodick Isle of Arran?

Brodick, Isle of Arran KA27 8BZ. 1-minute walk. Brodick Bay is a wide, sweeping bay that offers water sport activities and a golden sand beach. The beach is within easy walking distance of the ferry terminal.

Which is the best place to visit in Arran?

Brodick is the capital of Arran and the point of arrival for most visitors; it enjoys a superb setting on a lovely bay. As well as its intrinsic attractions, Brodick is the starting point for an array of enjoyable circular walks.

Which is the best place to start a walk in Scotland?

What are the names of the hills on the Isle of Arran?

Lochranza and the Pirnmill Hills. Lamlash, Whiting Bay and southern Arran. With dramatic mountain ridges towering over the moorland of its northern half, and a lusher, softer landscape in the south, Arran is often dubbed as Scotland in Miniature. The fact is that this is an island with a huge amount to offer packed into small space.