Walking: Arran provides wonderful walking ranging from the
challenge of the Coastal Way right around the island, hiking through
forests or glens, strolling on the beaches, to ridge walking in the
northern range climaxing with the peak of Goatfell.
Fishing & Boat Hire: Burn,
loch and sea angling is available to the public. For shore fishers there are
miles of easily accessible beach where good sport may be enjoyed in peace
and safety. Boats are available for hire.
Golf,
Bowling & Tennis: There are seven golf courses all providing
a pleasurable game in wonderful surroundings. Competitions are run regularly
throughout the year at most courses. Bowling greens are open to visitors
at Brodick, Lamlash and Whiting Bay. Tennis courts are available at most
villages
Relaxing/Well-being:
practitioners of reflexology, aromatherapy, massage, reiki healing,
homeopathy, herbal medicine, acupuncture and other natural and complementary
medicines are available on Arran, as well as the more conventional health
spa treatments.
Follow this link to see what one recommended
practitioner can provide:
Adventure:
sailing, kayaking, diving, paragliding, quad biking, gorge walking and abseiling are some of
the adventure activities to be found on the island.