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Brodick Castle
This red sandstone castle nestles in dark trees at the foot of Goatfell mountain 1.5 miles out of Brodick, the capital of Arran off the west coast of Scotland. The castle is open daily from mid-April to end September 11.30am - 5pm and for 3 weekends in Oc

Brodick Castle
Arran commanded the approaches to the Firth of Clyde, so it was important to hold Arran, and hence control most of the south of Scotland. Therefore there has been a fortress here since the fifth century. There was a Viking fort here.

Isle of Arran
Arran is a small island, 20 miles long and 56 miles round, situated off the south-west coast of Scotland. Palm trees grow here in the mild climate thanks to the Gulf Stream and it has many picturesque villages. Transport, sightseeing, accommodation.

Isle of Arran
"Often referred to as 'Scotland in Miniature', the Isle of Arran captures many aspects of the beauty of Scotland, from towering granite peaks to peaceful sandy bays overlooked by palm trees growing in the warm climate of The Gulf Stream.

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