isle of Arran

THe iSLe Of ARRAn

BRUCE’S ISLAND

The Isle of Arran features prominently in the history of King Robert the Bruce, and many visitors trace his footsteps to King’s Cave, near Blackwaterfoot, where it is believed that he once hid.

According to folklore, it was in this cave, exhausted and disenchanted aft er a series of defeats by the English, that the king encountered a tiny spider.

He watched as it tried and repeatedly failed to secure its web on the slippery cave walls – fi nally succeeding on the seventh att empt. Th e spider’s determination inspired the weary warrior to continue with his own fi ght, and he went on to secure victory at the Batt le of Bannockburn.

Having been a hide-out, Arran went on to become a stronghold for the legendary Scot, and other sites with

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Top things to see, do and experience

BroDICK CASTlE Home to formal gardens, woodlands and waterfalls as well as an adventure playground, this baronial castle is packed with treasures and offers spectacular views over brocick bay and beyond. GoAT FEll Arran’s highest mountain is a highlight of the dramatic landscape that has led to Arran’s title of Scotland in Miniature. The island’s highest point, at 2,866ft, it provides panoramic views of the island and out to sea. ArrAN CoASTAl WAY This long-distance walking trail is an ideal way to experience the highlights of Arran’s landscape on foot. The 65-mile circular path is mostly off road and covers landscape from beach, to moors and mountains. Coastalway.co.uk