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what’s on Bute and Cowal Peninsula

With its lovely and varied landscapes, the Isle of Bute lies at the heart of the Firth of Clyde and has been the popular island retreat of both Scottish kings and generations of Glaswegian holidaymakers. The area is a haven for walking, cycling, fishing and wildlife, and its waters are a major attraction for the yachting fraternity. With its charming hamlets and villages, mountain peaks and glacial lochs, the neighbouring Cowal Peninsula makes for an enticing introduction to the West Highlands.

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Bute Museum

Year-round, Rothesay:

Bute Museum is an independently run museum where visitors can explore the Natural and Historical Heritage of the Isle of Bute.

Isle of Bute Discovery Centre

Year-round, Isle of Bute:

This award-winning centre is located in the winter Garden on the Esplanade in Rothesay, overlooking Rothesay Bay.

Craignish Arts Festival

21st July - 5th August 2012, Argyll:

Craignish Arts Festival is a celebration of art in all its forms - from exhibitions, music and drama to themed walks, workshops, sailing and storytelling, all interspersed with a scattering of Vikings, scarecrows and pirates! A great festival for locals and visitors alike.

Bute Linedance Festival

21st - 23rd September, 2012, Bute:

A weekend of non-stop dancing and sic to suit all styles of line dancing, including Country, New Country, Pop, Irish, Latin, Blues and more.

Cowalfest 2012

5th - 14th October 2012, Argyll:

The main attraction of the Cowalfest programme is a wide range of walks offering something for all ages and all levels of fitness.

Benmore Botanic Garden

March - October, Bute and Cowal Peninsula

Belonging to the national Botanic Gardens of Scotland group, this spectacular, 120-acre mountainside garden is famous throughout the world for its magnificent conifers, extensive range of flowering shrubs and avenue of Giant Redwoods.

Mount Stuart

May - October, Isle of Bute:

Home to the Stuarts of Bute, Mount Stuart is a made up of an impressive Victorian Gothic mansion and 300 acres of beautiful gardens.

Rothesay Castle (HS)

Year-round, Isle of Bute:
Situated in the centre of town, and with a long and close association with the Stewart Kings of Scotland, Rothesay Castle is unusual in terms of Scottish castles, being largely circular.


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