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The Waverley
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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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Argyll Coffee
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Argyll Coffee

Argyll Coffee is an award winning young company right here on the Secret Coast. Their coffee is available to all Loch Riddon Bothy guests.

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Caol Ruadh Sculpture Park
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Caol Ruadh Sculpture Park

Take a trip to Caol Ruadh Sculpture Park during your stay at Loch Riddon Bothy. It’s now open for the 2023 season!

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The Kyles of Bute Viewpoint
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The Kyles of Bute Viewpoint

Directly opposite Loch Riddon Bothy is a spectacular viewpoint which should definitely be on everyone’s itinerary!

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Argyll Botany
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Argyll Botany

An introduction to a fabulous local business - Argyll Botany

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Clams
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Clams

Harvesting, preparing and eating clams from the shores of Loch Riddon.

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The Polytunnel
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The Polytunnel

Loch Riddon Bothy is situated in a garden which includes a polytunnel. From June onwards fresh produce is available to Bothy guests.

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Kilmodan Carved Stones
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Kilmodan Carved Stones

The Kilmodan Stones are beautifully engraved memorials from the late medieval period and are less than a 10 minute drive from Loch Riddon Bothy

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The Ark
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The Ark

The Tighnabruaich Ark is a short drive from Loch Riddon Bothy and is certainly worth at least one visit.

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Colintraive
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Colintraive

There’s a surprising amount to see and do in Colintraive!

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The Hayshed Gallery
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The Hayshed Gallery

This week’s blog is an overview of the wonderful Hayshed Gallery over at Tighnabruaich. Future posts will focus on the individuals involved in this collaboration

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Favourite Walks - 2
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Favourite Walks - 2

A walk which starts about 2 miles from Loch Riddon Bothy. It goes to the remains of an ancient chapel with stunning views on the way.

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Mount Stuart
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Mount Stuart

The amazing and unique Mount Stuart on the Isle of Bute with its extravagant interiors, is only 45 minutes drive from Loch Riddon Bothy

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Inver
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Inver

Inver is opening for the 2023 season this weekend!

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We’re looking forward to welcoming you.