Towns & Villages

Discover the best things to do in and around Scotland’s towns and villages.

lochranza arran
Isle of ArranRegions of ScotlandStrathclyde

Lochranza Visitor Guide

Craig Neil 943 Views 15 min read

The village of Lochranza on the Isle of Arran is located in an exceptionally picturesque area on the north of the island.

Although it is mostly visited for the small ferry terminal that connects the island to Claonaig on the mainland, Lochranza is also worth visiting for its tourist attractions.

The village lies at the foot of dramatic mountains that encircle it to the south while a small scenic bay opens up to the Firth of Clyde and the Campbeltown peninsula to the north.

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braemar aberdeenshire
GrampianRegions of Scotland

Braemar Visitor Guide

Craig Neil 723 Views 12 min read

Braemar is a small village in Aberdeenshire that is located near the River Dee. The village is a popular tourist destination due to the number of outdoor activities on offer with hikers using the village as a base to explore Glen Tilt, Glen Dee, Glen Derry and Glen Feshie.

The annual Highland Games Gathering is held in Braemar on the first Saturday in September and is traditionally attended by members of the British royal family.

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National Flag Centre
East LothianRegions of ScotlandThe Lothians

Athelstaneford Visitor Guide

Craig Neil 840 Views 14 min read

This walk from the East Lothian village of Athelstaneford – the birthplace of Scotland’s Saltire flag – passes ancient hill forts and beautiful countryside in an often-missed part of the country that’s close to Edinburgh.

Discover this scenic village and the area that lead to the founding of the flag in this guide which includes an overview and an interactive 360° virtual tour.

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