Argyll Forest Park
Dunoon
Argyll
Scotland

Tel: 01877 382 383

The rugged Argyll Forest Park was brought into being in 1935 and is made up of glens, lochs, mountains and woodlands. The park is a feast for the eyes thanks to its picturesque beauty in these different landscapes and settings. The nearest town to the park is Dunoon.

Benmore Botanic Garden
Dunoon
Argyll
PA23 8QU
Scotland

Tel: 01369 707 701

The Benmore Botanic Garden enjoys an excellent position in the western part of the region next to the mountains and lochs that are so prevalent in this part of the country. The 120-acre gardens are full of plants, bushes and trees; there are 300 species of rhododendrons as well as various other plant life from around the world.

Iona Abbey
Isle of Iona
Argyll
Scotland

Tel: 01681 700 512

The celebrated Iona Abbey is one of Scotland’s most historic sites and is a burial place for a number of early Scottish kings. Carved stones around the abbey and nunnery date back to 600AD with some dating to 1600AD. Visitors can tour the abbey all year round and explore the grounds and places such as the St Columba shrine, in honour of the founder of the abbey.

Kilchurn Castle
Loch Awe
Dalmally
Argyll
Scotland

Tel: 01786 431 323

Set on the banks of Loch Awe, the Kilchurn Castle was once a Campbell clan stronghold. At its height, the castle was an important fortress and a grand home; it is not hard to see why given its strategic location and its striking character. The ruined 15th century structure is now under the care of Historic Scotland and visitors can access the building by boat or by foot having walked for a half-a-mile along a path.