Pop over to the Isle of Bute and enjoy the food, drink and makers market at Bute Yard on the first Sunday of the month!

The Northern Lights - a totally free light show sometimes playing around Loch Riddon Bothy

Green Tourisn award for Loch Riddon Bothy!

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

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

Kayaking on Loch Riddon - a great pastime at any time of year

Another great walk starting close to Loch Riddon Bothy. The views are unbelievable!

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

The infamous Puck’s Glen. A shorter walk well worth doing if you’re staying at Loch Riddon Bothy

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

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

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

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.

Once you’ve caught your mackerel you’ll be wanting to prepare it for the table. Read on…!

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