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Argyll Botany has Moved!
Miranda Hamilton Miranda Hamilton

Argyll Botany has Moved!

Our local maker of nourishing, natural face and body products has moved into her very own premises in the community forest.

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Dumpling Making!
Miranda Hamilton Miranda Hamilton

Dumpling Making!

Learn to make Asian dumplings from scratch with Planted by Sai - a few minutes drive from Loch Riddon Bothy

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Portavadie
Miranda Hamilton Miranda Hamilton

Portavadie

For a special day out head over to Portavadie and enjoy the walking or have a dip in the pool before having lunch in the restaurant

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Favourite Walks - 4
Miranda Hamilton Miranda Hamilton

Favourite Walks - 4

One of the easiest walks from Loch Riddon Bothy actually has the most amazing views!

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New Crockery
Miranda Hamilton Miranda Hamilton

New Crockery

The new Loch Riddon Bothy crockery - you could have some too!

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The Rut
Miranda Hamilton Miranda Hamilton

The Rut

During the first half of October, the Red Deer stags can be heard bellowing on the hill as they stake their claim to their females and territory.

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Skipness Castle
Miranda Hamilton Miranda Hamilton

Skipness Castle

Skipness Castle has the most wonderful location with stunning views south over the Kilbrannan Sound to the Isle of Arran. It is open to everyone 365 days a year.

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Skipness Seafood Cabin
Miranda Hamilton Miranda Hamilton

Skipness Seafood Cabin

A day trip to the Skipness Seafood Cabin from Loch Riddon Bothy - great food … great views!

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Old Castle Lachlan
Miranda Hamilton Miranda Hamilton

Old Castle Lachlan

After lunch at Inver the short walk to Old Castle Lachlan is the perfect digestif.

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Inver - 2
Miranda Hamilton Miranda Hamilton

Inver - 2

A second trip to Inver - the view from the restaurant is as stunning as the food.

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Loch Riddon
Miranda Hamilton Miranda Hamilton

Loch Riddon

The Bothy looks out over Loch Riddon - not only stunningly beautiful but also providing an opportunity to swim, paddleboard or kayak

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Wild Kabn Kitchen
Miranda Hamilton Miranda Hamilton

Wild Kabn Kitchen

The Wild Kabn Kitchen is highly recommended for delicious food cooked with fire, wonderful theatre as well as a peek into some of the old glass houses of Ardkinglas Estate.

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Mackerel Fishing - Part 1
Miranda Hamilton Miranda Hamilton

Mackerel Fishing - Part 1

If you’re staying at Loch Riddon Bothy during the summer months, try your hand at mackerel fishing. Absolutely delicious!

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The Waverley
Miranda Hamilton Miranda Hamilton

The Waverley

Whilst staying at the Bothy, take a trip on the Waverley - the last sea going paddle steamer in the world!

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We’re looking forward to welcoming you.