Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
LAMLASH
Lamlash is in a dazzling setting, strung along the beachfront. The bay was used as a safe
anchorage by the navy during WWI and WWII.
Just off the coast is
Holy Island
, owned by the Samye Ling Tibetan Centre and used as
a retreat, but day visits are allowed. Depending on the tides, the
ferry
(
01770-600998;
tomin10@btinternet.com; adult/child return £11/6)
makes around seven trips a day from
Lamlash (15 minutes) and runs between May and September. The same folk also run fun
mackerel-fishing expeditions (£20 per person).
No dogs, bikes, alcohol or fires are allowed on the island. There's a good walk to the
top of the hill (314m), taking two or three hours return. It is possible to stay on the island
in accommodation belonging to the
Holy Island Centre for World Peace & Health
(
01770-601100;
www.holyisle.org
;
dm/s/d £28/47/72)
. Prices include full (vegetarian)
board.
Sleeping & Eating
Glenisle Hotel££
(
www.glenislehotel.com
;
Shore Rd; s/d £78/113; )
This stylish hotel in the heart of
town offers plush rooms and cordial service. Upgrade to a superior room for the best
views over the water. Downstairs is excellent pub food, with Scottish classics such as Cul-
len skink (soup made with smoked haddock, potato, onion and milk) and a good wine list.
HOTEL, PUB
Lilybank Guest House££
(
01770-600230;
www.lilybank-arran.co.uk
;
Shore Rd; s/d £50/80; )
Built in the
17th century, Lilybank retains its heritage but has been refurbished for 21st-century needs.
Rooms are clean and comfortable, with one adapted for disabled use. The front ones have
great views over Holy Island. Breakfast includes oak-smoked kippers and other Arran
goodies.
B&B
Drift Inn£
(Shore Rd; mains £8-10; )
There are few better places to be on the island on a sunny
day than the beer garden at this child-friendly hotel, ploughing your way through an ex-
cellent bar meal while gazing over to Holy Island. There are traditional pub faves and
genuine Angus beef burgers, with generous portions all round.
PUB
