Kerry-Ann’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Oban is known as the "Gateway to the Isles", with ferries sailing to the islands of Lismore, Colonsay, Islay, Coll, Tiree, to Craignure on Mull, to Castlebay on Barra and to Lochboisdale on South Uist.
Places to visit
-Oban distillery
-McCaigs tower
- Dunollie museum, castle & grounds
- Dunstaffnage castle & chapel
- Oban war & peace museum
- Ganavan Sands
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Oban
Oban is known as the "Gateway to the Isles", with ferries sailing to the islands of Lismore, Colonsay, Islay, Coll, Tiree, to Craignure on Mull, to Castlebay on Barra and to Lochboisdale on South Uist.
Places to visit
-Oban distillery
-McCaigs tower
- Dunollie museum, castle & grounds
- Dunstaffnage castle & chapel
- Oban war & peace museum
- Ganavan Sands
Kilmartin
Kilmartin Glen Viewpoint
A trip to the Isle of Mull isn’t complete without a visit to the Tobermory Distillery, one of the oldest distillers in the country, and a snort of their single malt Scotch. Mull was first settled around 3000 B.C., but thankfully much of the island’s rustic natural beauty has been preserved. Explore the deep-sea cavern of MacKinnon’s Cave, try to solve the mystery of the Lochbuie stone circle and play royal at the 13th-century Duart Castle.
Attractions on the Isle of Mull are numberous an can’t all be listed below. Walking, golf, cycling, boat trips, historic and cultural, scenery, Mull has it all. The main attraction though is Mull wildlife. This acpect is ‘World class’ and has become well known through Springwatch and their own wldlife photographer from Tobermory, Gordon Buchannan.
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Isle of Mull
A trip to the Isle of Mull isn’t complete without a visit to the Tobermory Distillery, one of the oldest distillers in the country, and a snort of their single malt Scotch. Mull was first settled around 3000 B.C., but thankfully much of the island’s rustic natural beauty has been preserved. Explore the deep-sea cavern of MacKinnon’s Cave, try to solve the mystery of the Lochbuie stone circle and play royal at the 13th-century Duart Castle.
Attractions on the Isle of Mull are numberous an can’t all be listed below. Walking, golf, cycling, boat trips, historic and cultural, scenery, Mull has it all. The main attraction though is Mull wildlife. This acpect is ‘World class’ and has become well known through Springwatch and their own wldlife photographer from Tobermory, Gordon Buchannan.
Dunstaffnage Castle & Chapel
Castle GroundsThe main part of the village begins at the yacht centre, and extends along the road past the shop, the school and the inn before concluding near Craignish Parish Church, built in 1827. Much of the village looks out over a narrow northern arm of the loch towards Eilean Mhic Chrion, one of a number of islands in Loch Craignish.
The rest of the Craignish Peninsula also repays exploration. Beyond Ardfern itself, the road hugs the shore of Loch Craignish for a little over two miles as far as the attractive pebble bay of Bagh Dun Mhuilig, named after a dun or Iron Age fort which lies just inland. This is one of a number of signs that settlement on the peninsula has a long history. Another is found overlooking the south end of the bay. Craignish Old Parish Church, also known as Kirkton Chapel or Kilmory Chapel, is the shell of a rectangular church dating back to the early 1200s. In a shelter in the west end of the church is a superb collection of medieval grave slabs.
Beyond the old church the road crosses the peninsula before running out of steam on the shore of Loch Beag, a mile short of Craignish Point. Overlooking the head of Loch Beag is Craignish Castle. This started life as a tower house built in the years around 1400. A house was added to one side in 1837, and this was reduced in size and altered in the 1900s. Architectural guides tend to be very uncomplimentary about the end result, but you can't deny that it has character.
Ardfern
The main part of the village begins at the yacht centre, and extends along the road past the shop, the school and the inn before concluding near Craignish Parish Church, built in 1827. Much of the village looks out over a narrow northern arm of the loch towards Eilean Mhic Chrion, one of a number of islands in Loch Craignish.
The rest of the Craignish Peninsula also repays exploration. Beyond Ardfern itself, the road hugs the shore of Loch Craignish for a little over two miles as far as the attractive pebble bay of Bagh Dun Mhuilig, named after a dun or Iron Age fort which lies just inland. This is one of a number of signs that settlement on the peninsula has a long history. Another is found overlooking the south end of the bay. Craignish Old Parish Church, also known as Kirkton Chapel or Kilmory Chapel, is the shell of a rectangular church dating back to the early 1200s. In a shelter in the west end of the church is a superb collection of medieval grave slabs.
Beyond the old church the road crosses the peninsula before running out of steam on the shore of Loch Beag, a mile short of Craignish Point. Overlooking the head of Loch Beag is Craignish Castle. This started life as a tower house built in the years around 1400. A house was added to one side in 1837, and this was reduced in size and altered in the 1900s. Architectural guides tend to be very uncomplimentary about the end result, but you can't deny that it has character.
The village of Craobh Haven is situated across from Shuna Island on the scenic west coast of Scotland and within walking distance.
Naturalists and birdwatchers make a trip to Craobh Haven several times a year to admire the amazing wealth of birds and wildlife in their natural habitats in the area. There is number of spectacular walks to help visitors explore the area and discover the countryside and the waters surrounding the area are extensively used for leisure sailing.
Craobh Haven
The village of Craobh Haven is situated across from Shuna Island on the scenic west coast of Scotland and within walking distance.
Naturalists and birdwatchers make a trip to Craobh Haven several times a year to admire the amazing wealth of birds and wildlife in their natural habitats in the area. There is number of spectacular walks to help visitors explore the area and discover the countryside and the waters surrounding the area are extensively used for leisure sailing.
Fantastic chippy or The George Hotel for lunch. Inveraray Jail & Inveraray Castle is a must do.
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Inveraray
Fantastic chippy or The George Hotel for lunch. Inveraray Jail & Inveraray Castle is a must do.
Food scene
A visit to the Isle of Mull is not complete without a visit to the Mishnish in Tobermory which first opened it’s doors in 1869.
The Mishnish is one of the few iconic bars left in Scotland and is known all over the world by visitors to the island, sailors, musicians and rally drivers. Recently refurbished, the bar maintains a cosy, friendly atmosphere and remains traditional with a collection of old memorabilia from shipwrecks and the town itself.
The hotel offers 12 newly refurbished bedrooms with en-suite facilities and several rooms overlooking the harbour. Our Mishdish restaurant offers locally sourced seafood, alongside other sumptuous dishes, whilst our Italian restaurant, situated on the first floor and open throughout the summer, offers delicious pizza, pastas and nibbles.
Live music is a regular feature at the Mishnish with bands performing most weekends and throughout the summer. Our infamous disco takes place most Saturday nights and we regularly hold quiz nights as well as the occasional impromptu jamming sessions.
The Mishnish, along with the other pubs and hotels, play host to the Isle of Mull Music Festival, Mull Rally, Mull Highland Games and West Highland Yachting Week – not to be missed!
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The Mishnish Hotel
A visit to the Isle of Mull is not complete without a visit to the Mishnish in Tobermory which first opened it’s doors in 1869.
The Mishnish is one of the few iconic bars left in Scotland and is known all over the world by visitors to the island, sailors, musicians and rally drivers. Recently refurbished, the bar maintains a cosy, friendly atmosphere and remains traditional with a collection of old memorabilia from shipwrecks and the town itself.
The hotel offers 12 newly refurbished bedrooms with en-suite facilities and several rooms overlooking the harbour. Our Mishdish restaurant offers locally sourced seafood, alongside other sumptuous dishes, whilst our Italian restaurant, situated on the first floor and open throughout the summer, offers delicious pizza, pastas and nibbles.
Live music is a regular feature at the Mishnish with bands performing most weekends and throughout the summer. Our infamous disco takes place most Saturday nights and we regularly hold quiz nights as well as the occasional impromptu jamming sessions.
The Mishnish, along with the other pubs and hotels, play host to the Isle of Mull Music Festival, Mull Rally, Mull Highland Games and West Highland Yachting Week – not to be missed!
The Lord Of The Isles
A unique retreat, set in 17 acres of gardens and beach on the romantic coast of Argyll in the Scottish Highlands, Loch Melfort Hotel is the perfect place to relax and unwind.
Exquisite food & drink from across the West Coast and Scotland
Fine dining in our restaurant, tasty takeaway goods from our Bistro, evening cocktails in the lounge – whatever your budget, appetite or occasion, we have plenty of dining options at Loch Melfort.
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Loch Melfort Hotel
A816A unique retreat, set in 17 acres of gardens and beach on the romantic coast of Argyll in the Scottish Highlands, Loch Melfort Hotel is the perfect place to relax and unwind.
Exquisite food & drink from across the West Coast and Scotland
Fine dining in our restaurant, tasty takeaway goods from our Bistro, evening cocktails in the lounge – whatever your budget, appetite or occasion, we have plenty of dining options at Loch Melfort.
Boat trips
Barry adamson - jenny wren boat charter.
Contact - 07973450225
Craobh Marina
Wedding/event venue
A beautiful venue for Weddings and Special Parties
Lunga House provides the ideal setting for a special occasion, wedding or dinner party or a quiet retreat where you can enjoy walking, fishing, horse riding or simply relax and read a book in one of the many beautiful rooms or even somewhere peaceful in the enchanting garden.
If interested you can request more information or plan a viewing for a wedding/event by arranging with your host Kerry-ann
Lunga House
A beautiful venue for Weddings and Special Parties
Lunga House provides the ideal setting for a special occasion, wedding or dinner party or a quiet retreat where you can enjoy walking, fishing, horse riding or simply relax and read a book in one of the many beautiful rooms or even somewhere peaceful in the enchanting garden.
If interested you can request more information or plan a viewing for a wedding/event by arranging with your host Kerry-ann