Situated on the beautiful island of Arran, Brodick Castle's history can be traced back as far as the Vikings. Enjoy the impressive collection of sporting pictures and trophies and some fine 17th century furniture. The surrounding gardens and country park contain a stunning diversity of plants, shrubs, woodlands and wildlife, a scene completed by the rugged, dramatic slopes of Goatfell. See the internationally acclaimed rhododendron collection. For the latter you will have to pick the right time of year.
Opening Hours: Country Park: all year, daily.
Castle: 1 - 30 Apr, daily 11-3, 1 May - 30 Sep, daily 11-4; 1 Oct - 31 Oct, daily 11-3.
Tearoom & shop: Open 1 hour before the Castle
Last entry to castle 30 mins before closing.
Arran Aromatics, founded from modest but sincere beginnings, has developed into one of Scotland's the best loved brands, with a following that reaches around the world. A factory tour to see how their products are made and a visit to their flagship shop is a retail...
The Isle of Arran Heritage Museum, opened in 1979, was Originally the site of a small school. Now the current group of buildings comprises a croft, smiddy, farmhouse, cottage, bothy, milk house, laundry, stable, coach house and harness room. The exhibits reflect the...
The Brodick Highland Games are one of the most enjoyable of Highland Gatherings where the good folk of Arran "let their hair down". Expect superhuman demonstrations of strength, power and agility in the famous caber toss to the tug o' war, hammer throw and wrestling,...
Brodick Golf Club, on the beautiful Isle of Arran, has something a little bit special when playing a round of golf. The course is fairly flat, but is surrounded by spectacular scenery, and is a mixture of parkland and links. It is short enough for the average golfer to...
Dunvegan House is situated within the village of Brodick on the island of Arran, a short walk from the ferry and the heart of the village, a great central location from which to explore the island. Visitors can enjoy beautiful views across the bay to Brodick Castle and...
The Shorehouse is situated on the shore front in the centre of Brodick and looking across the bay to Goatfell, the highest point on Arran, the Islands of Bute and Cumbrae. Many of the Island's amenities can be explored from the Shorehouse. This would include Brodick's...
One of the greatest assets is Glenartney Guest House is its location.
Far enough away from the centre of Brodick to have peace and quiet but close enough to enjoy all the amenities within a few minutes walk.
The Glenartney has recently been refurbished with furniture...
Belvedere Guest House is on an elevated position overlooking Brodick Bay towards Goatfell, the tallest mountain on the island and close to the ferry terminal and all local amenities .
Our aim is to provide you with informal comfort and a great breakfast in a homely...
Open for lunches, snacks, coffees and dinners choose from a menu using fresh and local produce including locally caught shellfish and lobster. The blackboard menu changes daily offering a mix of dishes which might include a roast rack of Arran lamb, Arran beef steaks,...