Attractions in Arran Ayrshire Scotland

Attractions in Arran of Scotland

There are many attractions on the Isle of Arran, from the Ancient Monuments, standing stones, Bronze Age circles, iron age stone buildings, all historical reminders of past civilizations.

The Isle of Arran in Scotland is a paradise for geologists, bird-watchers and wildlife enthusiasts. The island has more magnificent landscape and seascape views than you will ever have time to see, but the ones you do see will stay in your memory forever.

 

Auchagallon Stone Circle

A Bronze Age burial cairn encircled by fifteen standing stones.
Location: 4 miles north of Blackwaterfoot

 

Kilpatrick Dun

The ruins of a circular drystone homestead of unknown date, with a more recent enclosure wall. Walk of half mile to site.
Location: 1 mile south of Blackwaterfoot

 

Lochranza Castle

A fine tower house located in Lochranza, it is thought to be a 16th century reconstruction of an earlier building.
Location: Lochranza

 

Machrie Moor Stone Circles

Machrie Moor Stone Circles are what remains of five stone circles dating to the Bronze Age, it is one of the most important historic sites of its kind in the UK.
Location: 3 miles north of Blackwaterfoot

Moss Farm Road Stone Circle

Moss Farm Road Stone Circle is what is left of a Bronze Age cairn which is surrounded by a stone circle.
Location: 3 miles north of Blackwaterfoot

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